Master of Surgery “Designed to Equip Trainees with the Core Training, Knowledge and Skills to Meet the Demands of Higher Surgical Training”

Master of Surgery “Designed to Equip Trainees with the Core Training, Knowledge and Skills to Meet the Demands of Higher Surgical Training”

Master of Surgery “Designed to equip trainees with the core training, knowledge and skills to meet the demands of higher surgical training” Master of Surgery The Master of Surgery (MSurg) is a comprehensive two-year surgical training programme which provides structured postgraduate training in General Surgery leading to the award of Master of Surgery from the University of Buckingham. It is designed for international doctors who wish to expand their surgical training in the UK. Our students will take part in training analogous to the Core Surgical Training offered by the Joint Committee on Surgical Training (JCST) which forms the first stage of speciality training for most doctors training in surgical specialties. Teaching style Regular workplace-based assessments will be conducted throughout training. Assessments will be carried out using a variety of competency based evaluations such as Case Based Discussion’s, Direct Observation of Procedural Skills in Surgery, Clinical Evaluation Exercises, Procedural-based Assessments as well as reflective practice via the E-portfolio. Entry Requirements Candidates need to have a primary medical degree and full registration with the General Medical Council by holding PLAB. Additionally they should have the following: • Successfully completed one year of internship at a hospital and must supply their Certificate of Completion • An IELTS score of 7.5, with a minimum of 7.0 in each section • Graduated from an internationally recognised medical school • Completed their undergraduate training and be fully registered with the Medical Council in their respective countries • Two character reference letters from any member of their medical school academic staff, OR from their current senior medical colleagues and consultants. The course begins every November and applications are accepted throughout the year. Assessment methods Units assessed will include: • Basic Sciences • Common Surgical Conditions • Basic Surgical Skills • Assessment and Management of the Surgical Patient • Perioperative Care • Management of Trauma • Surgical Care of the Paediatric Patient • Care of the Dying Patient • Organ Transplantation • Health Promotion The programme consists of up to four placements in surgical specialties designed to deliver core training, knowledge and skills considered by the RCSEd as suitable for early years training. WHAT NEXT? Visit us: Book a tour or come to an open day: www.buckingham.ac.uk/opendays Talk to us: Got a question? Click ‘Chat with us’ on our website to start a conversation on our instant messenger Contact us: Miriam Averna Admissions and Quality Administrator [email protected] Hunter Street Buckingham MK18 1EG United Kingdom www.buckingham.ac.uk.

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