International Residency Training Programme

Dedicated to the Education and Training of Doctors

RCPI is dedicated to ensuring doctors have the skills to provide patients with the best possible care. We are committed to helping doctors enhance their skills, competencies and professionalism throughout their working lives.

RCPI’s strategic aim is to deliver world-class specialist training, enhance life-long learning and professional development, promote leadership in patient care, be a trusted, authoritative voice on public health policy and build our global presence.

The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland is accredited by the Medical Council of Ireland. 

Develop the skills to be a leader in your field

Graduates of our International Residency Training Programme are not only recognised for their ability to tackle the complex challenges of today, but also for their preparedness to be future leaders in their field.

Gain a prestigious internationally-recognised qualification

Successful completion of the International Residency Training Programme with RCPI leads to:

• Membership of the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (MRCPI) in General Internal Medicine or Paediatrics
• A Certificate of Achievement of Residency Training awarded by RCPI in your chosen specialty

Join our Global Network

RCPI has a global network with over 13,000 doctors across 29 different specialties in 
over 90 countries. This network gives us the knowledge and expertise which allows us drive constant improvement in training.

Support from a dedicated Clinical Tutor

You will be supported by a clinical tutor for the duration of your training in Ireland. The clinical tutor will be in place to participate in the development, direction, teaching, facilitation and testing of Trainees on the International Residency Training Programme in Paediatrics or Internal Medicine. They will be a huge support to you on your road to successful completion of the MRCPI and Residency Training inyour chosen specialty. 

“The International Residency Training Programme at RCPI presents an exciting opportunity for candidates to gain new perspectives and develop as physicians. At RCPI we want you to feel as comfortable and as at home as possible and we are always willing to liaise with you to develop and deliver a teaching programme that meets your own specific needs. Upon completion of your studies here, you will be a better clinician and you will have the requisite tools to approach complex clinical problems with confidence both here in Ireland and in your future endeavours elsewhere.”

Dr Oliver McElvaney
Past Clinical Tutor, International Residency Training Programme in Internal Medicine