Welcome to the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
Supporting surgical careers for over 500 years.
Education & Exams
The College runs a large range of exams and courses for healthcare professionals, covering various surgical specialties and dentistry. These exams and courses are designed to assess and certify the knowledge, skills, and competence of candidates at different stages of their careers, from surgical trainees to consultant specialists.
Search RCSEd Exams and CoursesSurgeons' Hall Museums
The award-winning Surgeons' Hall Museums are open from 10am-5pm, 7 days a week, with free entry for Fellows and Members of the College.
RCSEd News
-
Dental Specialty Fellowship Examinations
The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, the Royal College of Surgeons of England and the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland are now working together to introduce an Intercollegiate approach to assessment.
-
Save the Date: Smiles Across the Globe – Cutting-Edge Paediatric Dentistry Conference 2025
The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is proud to host the Smiles Across the Globe - Cutting-Edge Paediatric Dentistry Conference, taking place on 19-20 September 2025. This event is organised in partnership with the American Academy of Paediatric Dentistry (AAPD) and the European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry (EAPD).
View more news
Patient Safety at RCSEd
Upholding patient safety and ensuring the highest standards of patient care are core values of the College, with our multidisciplinary patient safety group coordinating the College’s approach to this global health priority.
Explore the HubTriennial and ICOSET Conference 2025
Register for the 2025 RCSEd Triennial and ICOSET Conference and save the conference dates in your diary.