Intercollegiate MRCS exam in surgery
The intercollegiate MRCS exam is one of the most well-known surgical qualifications in the world. Passing the exam showcases a level of knowledge, experience and competence needed to progress in your surgical career.
- Career-driven surgical quality mark
- Use of the post-nominals MRCSI and RCSI Membership
- Global networks and international mobility
Applications for our upcoming MRCS Part A diet in April 2025 is now open and will close on Thursday, 20 February 2025. Applications for our brand-new Part B diet in Sabah, Malaysia (17-18 May) is now open. Applications for Penang August 2025 and Cairo September 2025 are also open.
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Why sit the MRCS exam with RCSI?
The Intercollegiate MRCS exam provides you with a globally-recognised quality mark in surgery. There are a number of career benefits to sitting this exam with RCSI.
- Access to free, comprehensive MRCS preparation resources
- 15% off Pastest MRCS Part A and B OSCE resources
- MRCS Part B OSCE preparation course
- Access to additional courses and workshops
- Free access to our new Affiliate Membership programme
RCSI's intercollegiate membership examinations are an internationally recognised benchmark of the standard reached by a surgeon.
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View our MRCS calendar of upcoming exams and preparation courses which includes closing dates for MRCS Part A, MRCS Part B and our MRCS Part B preparation course.
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Hear from previous candidates
Testimonial
"From pre-exam webinars to MRCS-specific preparatory courses, I would not hesitate to recommend RCSI as the go-to establishment to prepare for and sit the MRCS examinations."
“Achieving the MRCSI as a young surgeon really elevated my career, demonstrating a commitment to scholarly activity, surgical credibility and a pursuit of excellence.”
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- Email: mrcsexams@rcsi.ie
- Address: 123 St Stephen's Green, Dublin 2, Ireland.
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