Professional and Personal Development
We provide tailored career support and continuing professional development so you can reach your full potential as a healthcare professional.
Added Value
We strive to make your membership work for you and are pleased to provide a value added benefit program designed to provide you with sector leading career support and continuing professional development, and not to mention, save you time and money.
eLearning SAVE £££
Free and discounted eLearning only available to our members.
Discounted rates on CPD accredited clinical and non-clinical skills courses SAVE £££
Our comprehensive academic programme provides you with a broad range of CPD approved Clinical and Non-Clinical symposia. Members enjoy discounts of up to £150 per conference.
Discounted rates at educational symposia and events SAVE £££
Get up to 60% off our full rolling programme of high quality educational conferences and courses developed and delivered by leading experts in their fields.
Regional Advisors and College Tutors
A local source of contact for advice on education, professional examinations and to connect you to new opportunities.
Daily Media Update
A round-up of health news and views of today’s health press and media in the UK.
Opportunities to apply to the Examiner panel
Set international standards and participate in a range of activities including question writing, standard setting and face-to-face examining - some of which attracts CPD points.
Access to College scholarships and awards
We offer an unrivalled programme of financial scholarships and awards to develop your professional skills and advance your career.
Access to mentorship Programme
Connect with a mentor or mentee through our community platform, My Mentoring. Build relationships, and get support to develop your professional knowledge, skills and experience.
Up to 20% discount on UpToDate Subscription SAVE £££
Develop your knowledge and expertise with discounted rates on the UpToDate resource.
*Extra 10% discount until November 30, 2023.
Free inter-library loans and one to one library support sourcing key documents
The College Library Team are here to support you.
Athens password
Get free access to password protected content from 6000 full text journals (e.g. BMJ and Lancet), 80 databases, 5000 electronic books and mobile apps.
Access to a space and resources in libraries in the UK and Ireland (SCONUL)
Borrow or use books and journals from other UK libraries through the SCONUL Access scheme.
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Keep up to date with College activities, events courses and symposia in our membership magazine.
International Weekly Media Update
Keep up to date with our weekly international round-up of health news and views from the press and media.
Tax relief
As a UK taxpayer, you could save money on your College membership through tax relief.
50% off room hire and discounted corkage with Fifteen Ninety Nine
Receive the Member discount at Glasgow's most historic and elegant venue.
Senior Fellows' Club
The Senior Fellows’ Club (SFC), established in 1976 as the College Seniors Club, is a vibrant and valued part of the College life. It is open to Fellows and Members of the College, across its disciplines, who have retired from substantive practice. Retired Fellows/Members of the other UK Physician and Surgeon Colleges are also welcome to join. Membership is currently free of charge. Further details are available here.
I am a trainee in transplant surgery working in Edinburgh Transplant Unit and mother of two children. I recently passed my FRCS exams and am so proud to gain fellowship to the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow.
Rachel Thomas
Core Benefits
Our Core Benefits reflect our approach to learning and professional development which enables members across all disciplines to both contribute to the delivery of education, examinations and peer support, and learn from colleagues and experts at all stages of their career.
Internationally recognised postnominals (Fellows and Members)
Demonstrate your proven expertise and experience.
Eligibility to join committees
Committee participation is a great way to become involved in College life, influence College activities and enhance your professional portfolio.
Verifications for Employment
Support your employment applications and demonstrate your commitment to the profession with a letter from the College verifying your membership.
College Communities and Networks
Our members are a network of inspirational leaders. We work across diverse areas of healthcare ranging from engagement to influencing policy and supporting the development and delivery of education and examinations. Find out more here.
Voting Rights
Decide who makes the decisions you care about by participating in elections for College Council and Executive Boards.
Our Membership Benefits
Visit the membership benefits page of your faculty to find out more about how the College can help you to reach your full potential as a healthcare professional.
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