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Applying for the International Clinical Fellowship Programme

In this animated video, we share a helpful step-by-step guide to the International Clinical Fellowship Programme process from application to acceptance to arriving in Ireland and the supports available to you. 

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Apply for the International Clinical Fellowship Programme

The application for the International Clinical Fellowship Programme (ICFP) is now open.

The application submission deadline is Sunday, 8 June 2025.

Apply Here Applications are open!

For more information contact the Global Training and Partnerships Team at internationalaffairs@rcpi.ie.

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Eligibility Requirements to apply

  • Have completed your primary medical degree through English

    A document issued by your college or university confirming that your medical degree, classes, and exams were completed in English.

  • Have completed a structured internship

    equivalent to ‘house officer’ in some jurisdictions.

  • Have at least one year's experience post-residency training in your chosen specialty

    Applications from candidates without this experience will still be reviewed, and eligibility will be verified on a case-by-case basis.

  • Be eligible for registration with the Irish Medical Council (Supervised Division) 

  • Be sponsored by your government body

    we do not accept self-sponsored candidates.

  • Have completed a four/five-year national residency programme and incorporated examinations in full 

  • For Omani Candidates English Language Proficiency

    • A valid English language test score taken within the last year
    • OET: Minimum 2 Bs & 2 C+  
    • IELTS: Overall score of 6.5, with a combined total of 26 or 26.5 across the four skills
    • Important Note: While these scores are required at the time of application, candidates must achieve the full mandatory score before they can join the programme. 
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Additional Requirements

Please note these additional requirements apply and are mandatory after receiving an offer.

  • Academic IELTS or OET Certificate

    • Academic IELTS with an overall band score of 7.0 and a minimum score of 6.5 in each domain.
    • OET with a minimum score of B in all four domains. 

  • Applicants must provide official documentation of sponsorship from their government body. This document should confirm that: 

    • The applicant is fully sponsored by their government to participate in the International Clinical Fellowship Programme (ICFP). 
    • The sponsorship covers relevant aspects such as tuition fees, living expenses, and any other necessary support throughout the programme. 
    • Note: Self-sponsored candidates are not eligible for this programme. 
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Looking for more information?

Our Global Training Partnerships Office may be contacted via email at internationalaffairs@rcpi.ie

Alternatively, you can contact our helpdesk at helpdesk@rcpi.ie.

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