Upon successful completion of training, trainees from both routes will be invited to become a Member of the International Postgraduate Deanery (MIPDEd).
Trainees must:
- Be resident outside the UK at the time of application
- Not be in receipt of any provisions relating to UK nationality
- Have obtained a primary medical qualification acceptable to the GMC
- Have obtained an acceptable postgraduate qualification
- Have demonstrated their English language proficiency
- Have completed basic medical training in their country of origin
- Have completed at least one year of specialty practice at the point of application
- Have been in clinical surgical practice for 3 of the last 5 years, including the most recent 12 months immediately prior to seeking registration with the GMC
- Be able to provide the College and the GMC with a Certificate of Good Standing (CGS)
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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International Postgraduate Deanery Activities and Events
Explore our induction events designed to support international medical graduates as they begin or continue their NHS journey.
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