Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland recognises and welcomes applications from students on Kings university degree preparation programmes.
Students are counselled and Offers made based on the formal tariff agreement between Kings and the university.
On successful completion of their studies at Kings, students can progress to Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland to continue their degree studies.
Founded in 1784 as the national provider of surgical training in Ireland, RCSI has evolved in the years since to become one of the world’s leading health sciences universities, with a global reach and operations in Ireland, the Middle East and Southeast Asia. It is a city campus located in the heart of Dublin city centre. 123 St Stephen's Green is the main campus building and one of the most iconic buildings in Dublin.
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Depending on the degree subject you want to pursue at RCSI, you will choose from:
You will follow the specialist Kings Degree pathway programme.
You will study Biology, Chemistry and either Physics or Maths. Very strong students may also opt to do Further Maths.
You will study Biology and Chemistry at A-level, as well as either Maths or Physics.
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After successfully completing your course at Kings, you will have the opportunity to apply to study Medicine at RCSI.
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You will need to attend for interview, either face to face in the UK or online as part of the RCSI selection process.
If you successfully complete the programme but decide to apply elsewhere your Kings UCAS Counsellor will help you find the best alternative course or university.
Every year our students get accepted on a wide range of degrees at Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
Below are examples of past progression.
Please note that for some nationality / degree combinations, we have had many students but we only mention once.
The subject ranking is from The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025.
| Student country | Kings course | Degree | Subject ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | Degree pathway | Medicine |
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The Kings Admissions Team
