CII R06 Exam Preparation

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    CII R06 (also written RO6) · Financial Planning Practice

    R06 is the CII's written case study exam, testing your ability to apply financial planning knowledge to real client scenarios. Unlike R01–R05, there is no multiple choice — you must write structured answers under timed conditions. It is widely considered the most challenging R0 module.

    2
    Case Studies
    3 hours
    Duration
    55%
    Pass Mark
    30
    CII Credits
    RQF Level 4
    RQF Level

    Difficulty Level

    Hard

    R06 is widely considered the hardest R0 module. It requires strong written communication, client-focused analysis, and the ability to apply knowledge from R01–R05 under exam pressure. The 55% pass mark reflects the higher difficulty.

    R06 should be attempted last, after completing R01–R05. It draws on knowledge from all other modules and tests application rather than recall.

    Syllabus

    R06 Topics Covered

    Our question bank covers every topic area in the CII R06 syllabus, weighted to reflect the real exam.

    Holistic financial planning and client-focused advice
    Tax efficiency — ISAs, pensions, capital gains planning
    Protection needs analysis and recommendations
    Retirement planning and pension funding strategies
    Estate planning — IHT, trusts, and gifting
    Investment suitability, asset allocation, and fund selection
    Study Tips

    How to Pass R06

    Top tips from candidates who passed R06 first time using R0 Hub.

    1
    Always tailor your answers to the client — reference their specific circumstances, not generic advice
    2
    If a question is worth 8 marks, make at least 8 distinct points — one point per mark is the marking style
    3
    Read the command word carefully: "identify" means list, "explain" means give reasons, "recommend and justify" needs both
    4
    Practise writing concise, bullet-style answers — the examiners reward clarity over length
    5
    Review past examiner reports to understand what the CII consistently penalises candidates for
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