The Benefits of College Membership
As well as joining a global community of like-minded individuals, your membership can really help you make the most of your career.
Supporting Your Professional and Personal Development
We know that your career path is unique. That’s why membership of the College can be tailored to support whatever choices you decide to make.
Our sector-leading support will help your professional development as well as save you time and money.
Digital Learning
Membership gives you free and discounted access to a library of digital learning modules.
Discounted rates on CPD accredited clinical and non-clinical courses
With a broad range of options across the medical profession, we can support whatever direction you want your career to go in. Members enjoy up to £150 off courses.
Member prices for educational conferences and events
Get up to 40% off a range of conferences and events delivered by world-leading experts.
Regional Advisors and College Tutors
Mentor the next generation of medical professionals or get support and guidance from some of the best voices in your field.
Daily media update
Stay up to date with all the latest health stories in the UK, delivered to your inbox every day.
Weekly international media updates
Get an email roundup of international health news.
Discounted room hire
Members receive a substantial discount on booking College spaces through 1599 at the Royal College.
Become an examiner
Help us maintain and set international standards. Get involved with a range of activities from question writing to face-to-face examining and gain some CPD points at the same time too.
Scholarships and awards
Access to an unrivalled range of scholarships and awards to develop your professional skills.
Mentorship
Connect with a mentor or help coach a mentee through our community platform, My Mentoring. Build lasting relationships and enhance your skills.
UpToDate subscription discount
Get up to 20% off an UpToDate subscription.
Journal access
Get free access to thousands of full text journals, including the BMJ and Lancet via Athens.
Study space
Members get access to the College Library, a great study space.
College Voice magazine
Keep up to date by reading our biannual membership magazine, College Voice.
Tax relief
If you’re based in the UK, save money through writing off the tax on your membership.
Senior Fellows' Club
Established in 1976, the Senior Fellows’ Club is a valued part of College life. Membership is open to all Fellows and Members who have retired from substantive practice.
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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.
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Embracing Your College Community
Becoming a Member of the College is the door to an international community aiming to transform healthcare for the common good. It’s your chance to shape how medical professionals are educated, provide support and learn from colleagues at all stages of their careers.
Internationally recognised postnominals
Fellows and Members can use the College’s postnominals to show your expertise and experience. This does not apply to affiliate or associate member categories.
Join committees
Influence the direction the College takes as a member of a committee. Committee membership is a great way to show your dedication to the medical profession.
Employment verification
A letter from the College can help with applications and professional development opportunities.
Voting rights
Help shape the direction of the College by choosing who represents you on the College Council and Executive Board.
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Profession Specific Benefits
As well as what you can get College-wide, check out some of our specific benefits for each discipline.
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