Membership Benefits
Your Benefits
RCSEd Membership comes with a number of benefits. Driven by our commitment to innovation, we continually refine these offerings to align with the evolving needs of our Fellows, Members and Affiliates.
Explore the benefits tailored to support and enrich your professional journey.
Research and CPD
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- Exclusive Webinars
Explore a wealth of educational resources
Exclusive webinars keep you up-to-date and knowledgeable on topics covering all aspects and latest developments in your field.
These webinars cover a wide range of specialities and disciplines.
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- RCSEd Podcasts
Exclusive access to lectures and podcasts
Let’s Talk Surgery podcast brings you the latest news from the College with expert speakers discussing current issues.
It features some views and tool to help you keep up to date with the latest developments.
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- Library & Archive Services
Access the library services anywhere in the world
Our impressive physical and digital library is well-resourced with all the latest in texts, journals and resources. We have a wealth of fascinating historical stock dating from the 15th century to the present.
Visiting the College? Our library is open to you, and you can even use this as a study space.
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- Acland Anatomy
Video Atlas
Access to over 300 narrated videos of real human anatomic specimens in their natural colours.
This resource provides a three-dimensional perspective of real anatomical specimens, allowing users to concentrate on the structures and movements they are studying.
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- Surgeons' News
Our award-winning magazine
Surgeons' News is published quarterly, featuring comment and opinion from leading professionals, latest news and reports.
Fellows or Members who wish to opt-out of receiving a printed copy and help the College become more sustainable, they can do so by updating their profile.
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- NHS Scotland Knowledge Network
FELLOWS AND MEMBERS ONLY
Health and social care in Scotland
Fellows and Members have free access to NHS Scotland’s Knowledge Network, the national online information service for health and social care.
The Knowledge Network covers an extensive range of print and electronic resources including thousands of major international full-text journals covering all surgical and dental specialties, as well as electronic textbooks, evidence summary services, databases and news resources.
Celebration & College Gift
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- Use the post-nominal letters
FELLOWS AND MEMBERS ONLY
Celebrate your accomplishments
Post-nominals are an acknowledgment of your hard work and achievements.
As part of your membership, you are able to use your post-nominal letters after your name (e.g. FRCSEd, MRCSEd, FDS RCSEd, MFDS RCSEd).
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- Diploma Ceremony
CERTAIN MEMBERSHIP TYPES ONLY
Celebrate with family and friends
Diploma ceremonies are one of the most popular events in the College calendar.
We understand the significance of coming together with your friends and family to celebrate your Diploma after the hard work, commitment and dedication that you have put into getting to this stage of your career.
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- Corporate Gift
FELLOWS AND MEMBERS ONLY
Our annual gift to you
Once a year, we send a gift to you from the College.
You can pick from a diary or notebook, both have the RCSEd logo embossed on the cover.
Support
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- Verification Services
FELLOWS AND MEMBERS ONLY
Unlimited, free verification service
The verification benefit offers unlimited and free verification service.
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- Continuing Professional Development
Get our support through every step of your surgical career and beyond
We are committed to supporting our membership by providing guidance and resources for lifelong continuing professional development (CPD).
Discounts
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- Discounts on courses, conferences and events
Search and book educational events, courses, conferences and more
Browse the diverse range of accredited courses, conferences and events.
As a Fellow or Member you can purchase tickets to selected events for a reduced rate.
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- Save with RCSEd rewards
FELLOWS AND MEMBERS ONLY
We have partnered with Lifestyle Rewards to bring you discounts on UK brands
As part of your membership, you will have access to RCSEd Rewards, ran by Lifestyle Rewards.
You will receive discounts and offers on a wide range of luxury products, services and experiences.
RCSEd Rewards is operated by a third-party company, Lifestyle Rewards.
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- Host events at the College
FELLOWS AND MEMBERS ONLY
Discounts on private events and celebrations
Book a space for personal events such as weddings, private dinners or celebrations at preferential rates. This includes complimentary room hire, and 50% discount on pre-ordered wines apply when booked in conjunction with catering.
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- Discounted accommodation at Ten Hill Place Hotel
FELLOWS AND MEMBERS ONLY
15% discount on the best available flexible rate
Surgeons' Quarter operates Ten Hill Place Hotel on behalf of the College. It is located on the Campus. The Hotel has received several awards - including the Gold Award in Green Business Tourism.
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- SQ Privilege Card
FELLOWS AND MEMBERS ONLY
15% discount on food and beverage in all our outlets
If you are visiting the College, you can receive 15% off any food and drink on our campus. This includes Café 1505 and 10 Hill Place Hotel.
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- Totum Pro
Discounted TOTUM PRO card
Access over 500+ discounts at over 350+ big brands including the likes of Apple, Samsung, Three, ASOS, Halfords, TUI and many more.
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- Surgeons' Hall Museums
FELLOWS AND MEMBERS ONLY
Visit our award-winning museum for free
Our Museums are open 7 days a week, 10am to 5pm and is home to one of the largest and most historic pathology collections in the United Kingdom.
Quote your College Reference number at the Museum reception for free entry.
Professional Opportunities
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- Join College Boards & Committees
FELLOWS AND MEMBERS ONLY
Help influence the College
There are many opportunities to become more involved with the College.
Find out how to get involved below.
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- Become an Examiner
FELLOWS ONLY
Help the next generation
As a Fellow of the College, you can apply to become an examiner.
Help maintain our high standard and join our examiner team. Learn about what is involved and how we will support you below.
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- Our Faculties
FELLOWS AND MEMBERS ONLY
Join for just £100
We are proud of our Faculties. They allow us to drive for development and advancement in key areas across the healthcare spectrum.
As a RCSEd Fellow or Member, once your application has been approved, you can join our faculties for free! You just need to pay a one-off joining fee.
Funding
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- Awards and Medals
Research, Travel and Award Opportunities
Click below to learn more about each of our Awards and Medals and any current closing dates.
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- Research Fellowships
FELLOWS AND MEMBERS ONLY
Training and Research Fellowships
We have a range of Research Fellowships available. These allow you to focus time on investigating and provide support for you to develop.
Click below to learn more about each of our Research Fellowships and current closing dates.
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- Travelling Fellowships
FELLOWS AND MEMBERS ONLY
Research, Travel and Award Opportunities
A new platform for Fellows and Members to search, plan and apply for Fellowships in 2024 and beyond.
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- Grants and Scholarships
FELLOWS AND MEMBERS ONLY
Research, Travel and Award Opportunities
We offer a number of grants, including Small Research Support Grants, Grants for Travel such as the Ethicon Foundation Short Term Clinical Visit Grants and Ethicon Foundation Fund Travel Grants, and Ophthalmology Grants.
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- Bursaries and Scholarships
AFFILIATES ONLY
Research, Travel and Award Opportunities
We have a considerable number of bursaries available each year for medical and dental students.
Representation
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- Reports and Campaigns
FELLOWS AND MEMBERS ONLY
Keep up to date with our latest research and campaigns, such as reports on patient safety, sustainability, and development of the College.
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- Policy Development and Consultations
FELLOWS AND MEMBERS ONLY
RCSEd regularly responds to consultations from the UK Government, devolved parliaments and assemblies, the NHS and other healthcare organisations.
Find out how to get involved in shaping our consultation responses and wider policy work.
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- Policy and Public Affairs
FELLOWS AND MEMBERS ONLY
RCSEd continually engages with our membership to understand the priorities of our members and fellows, produce RCSEd policy positions and then engage with the full range of policymakers and stakeholders across the UK to raise the College’s visibility and influence.
Networking
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- Younger Fellows Group
FELLOWS ONLY [joined within 10 years]
Join and connect with other Fellows
A Younger Fellow is defined as any surgeon who has obtained Fellowship and is within the first 10 years of practice along with trainees with Fellowship in the last year of training.
The aim of the group is to facilitate younger surgeons of all disciplines and from all locations in the UK to socialise, get involved in College life and feedback their opinions on professional issues to Council.
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- Senior Fellows Club
RETIRED MEMBERS OR FELLOWS ONLY
Join and connect with other retired Fellows
The College’s Senior Fellows Club is open to Fellows who have retired from active clinical practice.
In addition to surgeons and dental surgeons, the club welcomes retired anaesthetists, radiologists and pathologists.
The Club meets once monthly from October to June, usually in the College’s Symposium Hall.
RCSEd App
Your future in your hands
Join the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd), the oldest College in the UK with over 30,000 members around the globe with the RCSEd App, a hub of learning and development in the palm of your hand.
Whether you are a Surgeon, Dentist or ACP, there are a wealth of resources readily available for a range of roles, helping you to develop and succeed in your career and helping us raise the standards of patient care and safety across the globe.
The App is available on the Apple App Store and Google Play, free to download, with a full range of resources, information, and learning opportunities.
Download the RCSEd App today and begin your journey.
Need to speak to someone?
Contact our Membership Team to discuss joining RCSEd.
membership@rcsed.ac.uk (+44 131 527 1654)
