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
Upcoming MRCS examinations

Applications for both MRCS Part B OSCE diets in Dublin (February 2025) and Bahrain (February 2025) still have available spaces. Applications for our upcoming MRCS Part A diet in April 2025 is now 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
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RCSI's intercollegiate membership examinations are an internationally recognised benchmark of the standard reached by a surgeon.

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MRCS calendar

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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