Accredited University Programmes
Providing a quality mark for surgical education
It is essential that further opportunities are made available to surgical trainees who wish to supplement their formal training programme. We are therefore keen to support the development of Higher Education Institution (HEI) programmes which enhance the knowledge and skills underpinning evidence-based clinical practice and research in surgery.
We have established a process for the accreditation of HEI programmes in surgery and surgery related disciplines. In this, we seek to work in partnership with the providers of surgical education in HEIs to ensure the highest standards of education in surgery.
Accredited programmes
Queen Mary University of London Orthopaedic Trauma Science Online MSc
Accreditation period: Initially accredited April 2018. Accredited until February 2027
Programme leads: Mr Kash Akhtar, Reader in Orthopaedic Surgery and Surgical Education, and Mr Pete Bates, Consultant Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon
Duration: Two years part-time
Queen Mary University of London Trauma Sciences (Military and Humanitarian) Online MSc

Accreditation period: Initially accredited April 2018. Accredited until February 2027
Programme leads: Professor Elaine Cole, Professor in Trauma Science, and Mr Christopher Aylwin, Senior Lecturer in Trauma Sciences
Duration: Two years part-time
Queen Mary University of London Trauma Sciences Online MSc
Accreditation period: Initially accredited April 2018. Accredited until February 2027.
Programme leads: Professor Elaine Cole, Professor in Trauma Science, and Mr Christopher Aylwin, Senior Lecturer in Trauma Sciences
Duration: Two years part-time
University of Dundee MCh in Orthopaedic Surgery
Accreditation period: Initially accredited July 2013; reaccredited January 2020 - January 2023; reaccredited June 2023 - June 2026Programme leads: Mr Arpit Jariwala & Dr Tim Drew
Duration: Nine months
Contact
If you have any queries about HEI programme accreditation that are not covered in our standards and frequently asked questions, please contact the Quality Assurance Department at qa@rcseng.ac.uk or on 020 7869 6236.
