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ECSACOG Curriculum

A structured path to fellowship.

A four-year integrated postgraduate curriculum in obstetrics and gynaecology, designed to produce competent, compassionate specialists for the East, Central and Southern Africa region.

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Curriculum Modules
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Training Years
FCOG
ECSACOG-Accredited
Four-Year Programme

Built on depth, breadth and clinical excellence.

The ECSACOG curriculum progresses from foundational knowledge and basic procedures through to advanced surgical techniques, subspecialty exposure, and ultimately independent fellowship-level practice. Each year builds systematically on the last, assessed by formative and summative milestones.

Year 1
Scientific Foundations
  • Core O&G knowledge
  • Basic procedures
  • Primary examination prep
  • Normal & high-risk obstetrics
Year 2
Clinical Sciences 1
  • Advanced obstetrics
  • Gynaecological surgery
  • Sub-specialty introductions
  • Intermediate examination
Year 3
Rotations
  • Complex procedures
  • MFM & oncology
  • Reproductive medicine
  • Research methods
Year 4
Advanced Clinical Sciences
  • Independent practice
  • Leadership & management
  • Final FCOG examination
  • Research thesis
Module Directory

Year-by-year module listing.

Each module carries a unique code, structured learning outcomes and assessment criteria aligned to ECSACOG standards. Login to access full content, study materials and assessments.

Y1
Scientific Foundations
Foundation year covering basic sciences and fundamentals
F01
Applied Human anatomy in reproductive health
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of human anatomy as it applies to repro...
Y2
Clinical Sciences 1
Introduction to clinical practice and patient care

Modules for Year 2 are being prepared. Check back soon.

Y3
Rotations
Clinical rotations and specialized training

Modules for Year 3 are being prepared. Check back soon.

Y4
Advanced Clinical Sciences
Advanced clinical practice and specialization

Modules for Year 4 are being prepared. Check back soon.

Competency Framework

Six core competency areas.

Every module maps to one or more of these CanMEDS-aligned domains, ensuring holistic development across the full scope of specialist practice.

Clinical Knowledge
Deep understanding of O&G pathophysiology, pharmacology and evidence-based management across all stages of reproductive life.
Surgical Skills
Progressive mastery of operative techniques from basic to complex, including minimally invasive approaches and emergency surgery.
Research & Scholarship
Critical appraisal, research design and the ability to contribute original knowledge to the specialty through audit and academic work.
Communication
Effective, empathetic communication with patients, families, colleagues and the multidisciplinary team in complex clinical contexts.
Leadership
Health system navigation, team leadership, departmental management and advocacy for quality maternal and reproductive health services.
Professionalism
Ethical practice, cultural competence, lifelong learning, accountability and commitment to the health of women across diverse communities.

Access the full curriculum.

Full module content, study guides, assessments and past examination papers are available to logged-in trainees. Requires an active ECSACOG training enrolment.

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