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International Postgraduate Deanery

Supporting international medical graduates with quality training, GMC sponsorship and career development across the UK.

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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. Our support includes:

  • Providing comprehensive pastoral care.
  • Ensuring the highest quality of training.
  • Sponsoring IMGs for GMC registration, and aiding in their visa application process.

Our IPD training programme replaced the IMGSS and RISFP programmes, and recently celebrated its 5 year anniversary, welcoming over 2,000 enquiries and placing over 450 surgeons in training posts since its inception. For over 25 years, the College has been a pillar of support for IMGs through initiatives like IMGSS and the Overseas Doctors' Training Scheme (ODTS). In 2015, we further expanded our efforts with the launch of the ºìÐÓÊÓƵ International Surgical Fellowship Programme.

By drawing on the extensive experience and insights gained from these programmes, the IPD is achieving its aim of delivering a more efficient and modernised training service for both surgeons and NHS Trusts and Health Boards.

Join us as we continue to advance the field of international medical training, providing top-tier support and resources to the global medical community.

International Postgraduate Dean - Mr Paul Parker

IPD Pathways

Doctors who have secured a UK post
Doctors who have been appointed to a UK training post can apply for entry support and quality assurance of training.
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Doctors seeking a post
Doctors seeking a training post can apply for an Intention to Sponsor letter. This will allow you to apply for NHS training posts that normally require GMC registration at the time of application.
For more information, contact: sponsorship@rcsed.ac.uk.
Doctors seeking training support
Doctors who have reached the UK via third party/employers led schemes can apply to ºìÐÓÊÓƵ for accreditation of training.
For more information, contact: sponsorship@rcsed.ac.uk.

International 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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