About the Intermediate licence
The Intermediate licence is the middle of the three UK licence levels. It allows up to 100 W PEP on most bands and builds on the Foundation with more electronics, radio theory and practical skills. The exam is run by the RSGB and can be taken at a local exam centre or online with remote invigilation. Under Ofcom's 2024 changes, Intermediate callsigns are moving to the M8 and M9 series.
These questions are written for this site to help you check your understanding. They aren't official exam questions, so use them alongside the RSGB's Intermediate manual and a course.
Study tips
- Practise the sums by hand: Ohm's law, power, series and parallel, decibels and wavelength. The Ohm's law and decibel calculators check your answers.
- Build something. The practical side of the course is easier if you've soldered a kit.
- When you're ready, move on to the Full licence quiz.
Questions
What power can a UK Intermediate licensee use?
Up to 100 W PEP on most bands, since Ofcom's 2024 changes.
Are these the real exam questions?
No. They're written for this site to cover the same topics.
What callsign will I get?
Ofcom is moving Intermediate licensees to M8 and M9 callsigns. Check Ofcom's licensing pages for the current position.
Do I need the Foundation first?
Yes. You need to hold a Foundation licence, or have passed its exam, before taking the Intermediate.