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Clinical Examination

The emphasis of the Clinical Examination is on the application of basic science knowledge and understanding and clinical practise relevant to all forms of surgery. Trainees spend five minutes at each of 16 assessed stations. Examples of tasks include patient history taking and examination, demonstration of practical technical skill, the application of basic science knowledge, data acquisition and analysis, counselling and communication skills.

Clinical Examination Downloads

• Examination Application Form (pdf)
• Clinical Exam Instructions (pdf)
• Special Circumstances Application Form (pdf)
• Exams Reading List
• Conduct of the Clinical Examination Policy (pdf)

As of the 23rd of April 2009, No Examination Application documents will be accepted as faxed copies, under any circumstances.
All Examination Application documents are to be either scanned and emailed, or posted to the College by the published closing dates - No late applications will be accepted.