The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd) is dedicated to supporting international students and trainees in their training and professional development. We provide essential information on the options available to suitably qualified international medical graduates seeking to advance their careers and undertake a limited period of training in a surgical specialty within the UK.
International Postgraduate Deanery
The International Postgraduate Deanery (IPD) is dedicated to supporting International Medical Graduates (IMGs) in their training within the UK, as well as assisting NHS Trusts and Health Boards in the development of international doctors.
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The IPD Training Programme
The IPD training programme allows (IMGs) to hone their skills under the supervision of NHS educational supervisors for 12-24 months, before returning to their country of residence where they can put their training in to practice. The College aims to develop the skills of individual doctors, improve global surgical practice, and increase the training reputation of NHS Trusts/Health Boards internationally.
Route 1
This route is suitable for trainees who have already obtained a clinical placement within the UK. This scheme utilises the Tier 2 and Tier 5 visa schemes.
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This route is suitable for trainees who require RCSEd to find them a clinical placement within the UK. This scheme utilises the Tier 5 visa scheme.
Search IPD Route 2 CoursesInternational Postgraduate Deanery - Information for Trainees
Upon successful completion of training, trainees from both routes will be invited to become a Member of the International Postgraduate Deanery (MIPDEd).
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