The ICFP In General Internal Medicine is available in the following specialties; please click on headings for each curriculum.

• Cardiology - General Cardiology (PDF, 1.2MB)
• Clinical Genetics (PDF, 560KB)
• Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics (Curriculum under review)
• Dermatology (PDF, 671KB)
• Endocrinology & Diabetes Mellitus (PDF, 888KB)
• Gastroenterology (PDF, 1,14MB)
• Geriatric Medicine (Curriculum under review) - a candidate must have full MRCPI as a minimum standard
• Infectious Diseases (PDF, 1MB)
• Medical Oncology (PDF, 805KB)
• Nephrology (PDF, 631KB)
• Neurology - General Neurology (PDF, 909KB)
• Palliative Medicine  - (PDF, 749KB) - (Requirement for one year of experience in acute medical unscheduled take)
• Rehabilitation Medicine (PDF, 667KB)
• Respiratory Medicine (PDF, 1.2MB)
• Rheumatology (PDF, 657KB)

The ICFP In Obstetrics and Gynaecology is available in the following specialties; please click on headings for each curriculum.

• Obstetrics and Gynaecology - Gynaecology Surgery (585KB)
• Obstetrics and Gynaecology - Labour Ward Management (PDF, 865KB)
• Obstetrics and Gynaecology - Maternal Medicine (PDF, 780KB)
• Obstetrics and Gynaecology - Urogynaecology (PDF, 915KB)

View the ICFP In Occupational Medicine curriculum (PDF, 1.8MB)

Please note that you must hold Licentiateship of the Faculty of Occupational Medicine (LFOM) in order to be eligible for entry to the ICFP In Occupational Medicine.

Visit our website for more information on how to apply for the LFOM Exam:

https://www.rcpi.ie/examinations/licentiateship-of-the-faculty-of-occupational-medicine/

The ICFP IN Paediatrics is available in the following specialties; please click on headings for each curriculum.

• Developmental Paediatrics and Neurodisability (PDF, 1.295KB)
• General Paediatrics (PDF, 691KB)
• Paediatric Adolescent Medicine Mental Health (PDF, 1,055 KB)
• Paediatric Allergy and Pulmonology (PDF, 340KB)
• Paediatric Allergy/Immunology (PDF, 1MB)
• Paediatric Cardiology (PDF, 786KB)
• Paediatric Emergency Medicine (PDF, 980KB)
• Paediatric Endocrinology (PDF, 693KB)
• Paediatric Gastroenterology (Curriculum under review)
• Paediatric Haematology (PDF, 631KB)
• Paediatric Infectious Diseases (PDF, 679KB)
• Paediatric Neonatology (Curriculum under review)
• Paediatric Nephrology (PDF, 852KB)
• Paediatric Neurology (PDF, 1MB)
• Paediatric Oncology  (PDF, 436KB)
• Paediatric Rehabilitation Medicine (PDF, 454KB)
• Paediatric Respiratory (PDF, 683KB)
• Paediatric Rheumatology (PDF, 634KB)

The ICFP in Pathology is available in the following specialties; please click on headings for each curriculum.

• Chemical Pathology (PDF, 754KB) - You must hold FRCPath Part 1in Clinical Biochemistry
• Clinical Microbiology (PDF, 609KB) - You must hold FRCPath Part 1 Medical Microbiology
• Haematology (PDF, 675KB) 
• Histopathology (PDF, 649KB) - You must hold FRCPath Part 1 in Histopathology
• Immunology (PDF, 599KB)

We offer a 3 year-programme, the first of which is a Masters Programme in Public Health Medicine.

Download the ICFP in Public Health Medicine curriculum (PDF, 830KB)

At RCPI, we provide the opportunity for individuals to engage in advanced learning within specific specialities. Places are limited, and the range of subspecialties offered and the length of the programme can vary. Selection is based on factors such as an individual's prior educational background and performance.

Candidates interested in subspecialty training must apply when the application for the International Clinical Fellowship Programme is open and highlight their interest in the appropriate area in the application form. The selection of subspecialties will be contingent on trainer and hospital placement availability. Exams and other specific requirements might be requested for some specialties.

Previously and currently offered subspecialties include:

 Histopathology

• Gynepathology
• GIT Pathology, with some Soft tissue and bone
• Genitourinary
• Hematopathology/Lymphoma

Internal Medicine

• Cardiology - Interventional Cardiology and Cardiac Imaging
• Endocrinology - Diabetes technology with special interest in Reproductive Endocrinology
• Gastroenterology - Capsule Endoscopy
• Dermatology - Advanced Medical Dermatology and Advanced Medical Dermatology and Dermasurgery
• Neurology - Epilepsy, Neuromuscular and Movement Disorders
• Rheumatology - Vasculitis
• Respiratory Medicine - Interstitial Lung Disease, Sleep Medicine

Paediatrics

• Paediatric Endocrinology - Late Effects

Please contact the Global Training and Partnerships Team to learn more about the programme via email at internationalaffairs@rcpi.ie.

In order to participate in the ICFP, you must:

• have completed your primary medical degree through 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
• be eligible for registration with the Irish Medical Council (Supervised Division)
• be sponsored by your governament body (we do not accept self-sponsored candidates)
• have an academic IELTS with an overall band score of 7.0 and a minimum score of 6.5 in each of the four domains, or OET with a minimum score of B in all four domains*
• have completed a four/five-year national residency programme and incorporated examinations (Saudi or Arab Board, or FRCPath Part 1 for Pathology Specialties

 To view a full list of exempting qualifications from PRES Level 2, click here.

* The entry requirement IELTS/OET score is not required to be eligible for interview but is mandatory to achieve as soon as possible once an offer on the programme is made. Our partners Castel Education offer individually tailored courses to help trainees achieve the mandatory score in a timely fashion ahead of their arrival to Ireland. Trainees are recommended to gain their IELTS or OET as soon as possible. Additional credit will be awarded at interview to candidates who present a valid IELTS or OET certificate at interview.

Members of the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (i.e. doctors who have achieved MRCPI) and doctors with IELTS or OET are given priority. If you are interested in taking the MRCPI in General Internal Medicine or Paediatrics please note that holders of the full Arab/Omani/Saudi Board are exempt from MRCPI Part I. Priority will also be given to candidates who hold MRCPUK.

In addition to the general entry requirements listed above, certain specialties have additional specific requirements outlined in the relevant ICFP curriculum in the "Available Courses" section below.

Doctors applying to our International Clinical Fellowship Programmes must have an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) overall bandscore of 7.0 and a minimum score of 6.5 in each of the four domains. The IELTS test taken must be 'Academic' and must have been completed within the last two years. The OET exam is also accepted with a minimum grade of B required. Unfortunately, the Medical Council of Ireland does not accept any other certificate (for example, TOEFL).

You will be assessed for communication skills and clinical competence at interview and must be deemed competent in these areas before you can be accepted onto the programme.