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Anyone can listen in to amateur radio transmissions. If you’re new to amateur radio, then listening-in for a while is a good way to get a feel for what is going on.
To become a radio amateur and licensed to transmit, you will need a brief period of study, and to pass a simple examination.
In conjunction with radio clubs around the UK, the RSGB provides examinations to enable you to become a radio amateur and then to progress through the three levels of licence. Study for the first level is straightforward and may be accomplished in a weekend. More details about the exams can be found in our information for students.
The RSGB also publishes a range of books and provides online advice and guidance. The monthly RSGB membership publication RadCom is a “must have” for all aspiring radio amateurs.
Once you have obtained your first licence, the RSGB is there to support you through the early days as a licensed radio amateur, and to provide advice and guidance as you progress.
DX-UK is here to help you get a licence and the information you need to pass. The best thing about amateur radio is the community is here to help. A lot of amateur radio operators first started on CB Radio. There are still a lot of CB Radio users but mostly on SSB.
A good affordable radio to start with is a Baofeng UK5R or the Quansheng UV K5. Both of these radios are good starting point to listen into local repeaters or simplex channels without needing a licence. You can learn how to program them and due to their low cost are affordable for the majority to get started to see if this is a hobby you wish to pursue.
Please follow the pages to either start you on your journey or advance yourself through to the full licence.
-Intermediate Licence
-Full Licence
I have tried to add as many links to help you pass each exam
Good luck and 73’s
2M0MNB
