Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

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Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

The Royal College of Surgeons (RCSI) has been a significant player in Irish medical education and training for more than 200 years. The college, which was initially established in 1784 to educate surgeons, now offers substantial undergraduate and graduate-level education and training in the healthcare professions.

The international student body of RCSI includes students from more than 60 different nations. The college has a significant international presence with schools in Malaysia and Dubai and a university in Bahrain. The Royal College of Surgeons is an independent, global, and forward-thinking organization.

Why study at the RSCI University

Unique surgical heritage: RCSI was established in 1784 for surgical training in Ireland. Since then, it has developed into a world leader in medical education and research.

Excellence in healthcare education: RCSI courses are solely devoted to the health sciences. They provide excellent healthcare education. Our educational programs and methods are cutting-edge, learner-centered, and future-oriented.

Leading innovative research: RCSI is at the forefront of innovative healthcare research and innovation, tackling the most important issues relating to patient outcomes and health and wellness.

State-of-the-art facilities: The RCSI city center campus, which also houses the most cutting-edge clinical simulation facility in Europe, is rich in history and provides an engaging educational environment.

Vibrant student life: RCSI students participate in 50 student societies and 35 sports groups and enjoy a busy and engaging schedule for social events.

Global community: More than 4,500 students from Ireland and 95 other nations make up the unusually varied and inclusive student body at RCSI.

Royal College of Surgeons Ireland Campus

    The RCSI campus on St Stephen's Green, York Street, is constructed with fine-tuned resources to satisfy the needs of the students.

    RCSI hosts a variety of special events for international students on campus, including international dance nights, international food nights, ballad sessions, and climbing expeditions.

    A gym and fitness centers are available on the RCSI campus and are open to everybody. The RCSI-organized sports events are incredibly appealing to the university's student community.

    RCSI has established a number of societies to get students actively involved in a variety of activities.

Royal College of Surgeons – Courses

Undergraduate

RCSI has medical programs of 4, 5, and 6 years. In addition to the degrees from the National University of Ireland and the Licentiates from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland and the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland, graduates receive the M.B., B.Ch., and BAO degrees.

The Medical School's ethos is based on the idea that clinical education, medical practice, and research should always prioritize the needs of the patient. The program is created to provide the student with a solid understanding of the fundamentals underlying both the science and the practice of medicine.

The BSc. Physiotherapy degree is a four-year curriculum for those who desire to work as physiotherapists. The School of Physiotherapy's mission is to educate professionally safe, competent, reflective, and analytical physiotherapists who have a solid scientific knowledge base, an appreciation for the value of research and analysis, are responsive to the needs of clients and caregivers, and are aware of the dynamic diversity of healthcare environments in which they practice.

The 4-year BSc Pharmacy course can be extended to 5 years, which would result in an MPharm degree. Graduates can apply to register as pharmacists in European Union countries and abroad with this international, portable qualification. The show is engaging, vibrant, and cutting-edge. Innovative teaching techniques are used to motivate learning. Having alumni and overseas students make up up to 30% of the class gives it a distinctive flavor and a global viewpoint.

Postgraduate

There are postgraduate opportunities to pursue the following advanced degrees through research:

·        Structured PhD* in Diagnostics and Therapeutics for Human Disease

·        Structured PhD* in Health Services Research

·        Standard PhD

·        Doctor of Medicine (MD)

·        Master of Surgery (MCh)

·        Master of Science (MSc)

Note – *A structured PhD contains relevant teaching modules, laboratory rotations or placements, and professional development workshops in the first year. Thereafter, there are three years of full-time research, three of which are spent with an international academic or industry placement.

Royal College of Surgeons – Admission Requirements

    The application forms must be completed on the university's official website. However, the university's admittance rate is 45%. The requirements for meeting the university's eligibility criteria are listed below.

    ·        Scanned mark sheet copies for proof of education.

    ·        Entrance exam or interview, if applicable

    ·        Birth Certificate

    ·        Financial proof

    ·        Reference letter

    ·        A valid passport

    ·        Passport size photos

    ·        Migration Certificate

    ·        Two letters of recommendation

    ·        A proper Medical certificate in HIV and vaccination

    ·        Application form

    ·        Statement of purpose

    The application fee for UG programs is 58 USD.

    The application fee for graduate programs is 58 USD or 116 USD.

    Admission deadlines–

    ·        Non-EU applicants (USA/Canada not included)- November 1 to February 1

    ·        Non-EU applicants (including USA/Canada)- July 1.

Royal College of Surgeons – Tuition, Fees, and Cost of Attendance

    The average living expenses of an RSU student, excluding tuition, are listed below:

    Particulars

    Annual expenses

    Accommodation

    12687 USD

    Transport 

    1260 USD

    Food 

    2628 USD

    Communications and utilities

    1224 USD

    laundry and clothing 

    300 USD

    Total annual expenses 

    18,099 USD approximately 

Royal College of Surgeons Scholarships

RCSI also provides many scholarships to students, who can gain full benefits based on their academic success at the university. The award is accessible to interested students in undergraduate, postgraduate, medicine, pharmacy, and physiotherapy schools.

RCSI offers a variety of scholarships for international students, including:

Aim High Medicine grant: In addition to the government's free tuition, this grant gives undergraduate medical students an additional 29,100 USD.

Consilio Manuque Medicine prize: This prize, worth 29,100 USD, is exclusively available to undergraduate medical students.

1916 Bursary Fund: These bursaries are solely available to new RCSI University students enrolling in the Department of Medicine and Health Sciences. There are three different categories of possible bursaries: Tier 1 ($5,820 annually), Tier 2 ($2,328 annually), and Tier 3 ($1,746, awarded only once during the academic year).

Kiran Pathak Pharmacy Scholarship: The scholarship is offered to those who wish to pursue pharmacy studies at RCSI. During the course itself, pharmaceutical scholarships confirm funding levels.

International Pharmacy Scholarship: This scholarship is available to students pursuing a Pharmacy (MPharm) program at the institution and relieves the 50% tuition reduction.

Royal College of Surgeons Faculty

Professors

·        Robert Byrne (Cardiovascular Biology)

·        Gianpiero Cavalleri (Human Genetics)

·        David Croke (Biochemistry)

·        Sally-Ann Cryan (Pharmacy)

·        Norman Delanty (Pharmacy)

·        Niamh Moran (Pharmacology)

·        Darran O'Connor (Molecular Oncology)

·        James O'Donnell (Vascular Biology)

·        Alice Stanton (Cardiovascular Therapeutics)

Associate Professors

·        Marian Brennan (Biochemistry)

·        Dermot Cox (Pharmacology)

·        Annie Curtis (Immunology)

·        Judith Harmey (Biochemistry)

·        Helena Kelly (Pharmacy)

·        Maria Morgan (Molecular Medicine)

Senior Lecturers

·        Judith Coppinger

·        Gráinne Cousins

·        Shane Cullinan

·        Michelle Flood

·        John Hayden

·        Stephen Keely

·        Sam Maher

·        Claire McCoy

·        Frank Moriarty

·        Joan Ní Gabhann-Dromgoole

·        Fiona O'Brien

·        Aisling O'Leary

·        Sarah O'Neill

·        Roger Preston

·        Zeibun Ramtoola

Royal College of Surgeons Ireland Accommodation

    The Royal College of Surgeons offers students a variety of options when choosing their residence during their academic years. Mercer Court and New Mill are two student housing options.

     

    Facilities

    New mill

    Mercer court

    24*7 security 

    Available 

    Available 

    Fully-equipped kitchen

    Available 

    Available 

    Laundry facilities

    Available 

    Available 

    Bathrooms 

    Available 

    Available 

    TV in the communal area

    Not Available  

    Available 

    Games room

    Not Available 

    Available 

    Cinema room

    Available 

    Not Available 

     

    There are two sub-residential options at Mercer Court.

    Rooms

    Annual Price for Single Room

    Annual Price for Twin Rooms

    Mercer Apartments rate

    12,356 USD

    7,938 USD

    Millin House rate

    12,781 USD

    8,968 USD

FAQ

    1.What are the requirements for admission to RCSI programs?

    The following are the requisites for fulfilling the university's qualifying criteria:

    ·        Evidence of prior schooling (mark sheets)

    ·        Exam and interview (if required for the course sought)

    ·        Proof of funding for the course.

    ·        Two recommendation letters

    ·        Proof of English proficiency: IELTS (6.5 or higher) or TOEFL iBT (75 or higher).

    2.What is the cost of studying in RCSI?

    The anticipated annual cost of attendance for international students studying medicine and pharmacy at RCSI is USD 83,440. RCSI courses other than pharmacy and medicine are predicted to cost USD 39,051.

    3.Are there any scholarships available for students at the Royal College of Surgeons Ireland?

    RCSI offers a variety of scholarships for undergraduate, postgraduate, medicine, pharmacy, and physiotherapy studies. Some may offer complete tuition waivers, others may offer partial exemptions, and others may offer full tuition waivers and reductions for housing and other education-related fees.

    The available scholarships include the Kiran Pathak Pharmacy Scholarship, the Consilio Manuque Medicine Scholarship, the International Pharmacy Scholarship, the Aim High Medicine Scholarship, and the 1916 Bursary Fund.

    4.Which academic degrees does RCSI confer?

    RCSI offers bachelor's degrees in nursing and medicine as well as master's degrees in both fields. The NUI and RCSI Bahrain confer degrees to graduates.

    5.What distinguishes the RCSI in Dublin and RCSI in Bahrain medical programs from one another?

    RCSI in Dublin and RCSI in Bahrain provide undergraduate medical programs that adhere to the same instruction, testing, and evaluation standards. The National University of Ireland will provide degrees to graduates from both institutions, facilitating global mobility. The labor regulations and license requirements of each nation have an impact on mobility.

     

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