Overview

Within this time you will be guided through your research project with the support of your supervisors and the RCSI School of Postgraduate Studies.

Develop your skills as a researcher at Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

You will have a range of resources, research development opportunities and training at your disposal during your Surgery (Research), including:

Core and optional modules as part of our research development training – all MCh scholars are expected to complete the Postgraduate Essentials and Research Ethics and Integrity core modules as part of their degree.

Access to the Opens in new window Vitae Researcher Development Framework, which allows you to map your competencies, identify areas for improvement and develop transferable skills

Dissemination of your research. The perfect starting point for this is our Opens in new window annual Research Day; apply for a poster or oral presentation and practice key presenting and communication skills.

Dedicated write-up space in our Postgraduate Suite in our new Library.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Postgraduate Essentials

Biostatistics for Postgraduate Researchers

Critical Analysis, Writing and Communication Skills

Research Ethics and Integrity

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00

Apply anytime.

More details

All research MCh programmes have an open rolling registration throughout the year.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

67

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OTE

111

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dublin, Ireland

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

67

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OTE

111

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be considered eligible for the programme, you must:

Hold the degree of MB/BAO/BCh or equivalent medical degree.

Have completed at least one-year of an internship.

Have an RCSI supervisor with whom you have agreed the topic of your thesis and the logistical details for your candidature (e.g. start date, location for initial research training etc.).

You will also need to supply a copy of an academic  IELTS examination, or equivalent (for candidates whose first language is not English).

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

10600 EUR / year

≈ 10600 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

5310 EUR / year

≈ 5310 EUR / year

Additional Details

Part-time:

EU applicants : €2,500 (per annum)
Non-EU applicants : €6,800 (per annum)

Living costs

Dublin

Ireland

1100 - 1800 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Develop your skills as a researcher at Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Dublin

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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