Core Surgical Training (CST) Preparation, Interview, MRCS exams and more

In this episode we look at all aspects of applying and interviewing for the Core Surgical Training programme at RCSI as well as the structure of ST1/ST2 and applying for HST.

We breakdown the different domains that are scored in the application and interview and our own experiences in these areas.

Also covered are: Applying as an International Medical Graduate, MRCS exams and options if unsuccessful this year.

(1:15) Overview of CST

(5:25) CST Application Scoring

(26:45) Overall advice on interview prep

(30:00) MRCS Exams

(34:07) Applying as an IMG

(39:00) Options if unsuccessful

Hosts/Content Creators: Vinnie Varley, Sinead Ramjit, Fintan Ryan, Jessica Ryan

Producers: Vinnie Varley, Michael Flanagan

Artwork: Louisa Gannon

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Chapters

• 1:15 Overview of CST
• 5:25 CST Application Scoring
• 26:45 Overall advice on interview prep
• 30:00 MRCS Exams
• 34:07 Applying as an IMG
• 39:00 Options if unsuccessful