Name: Cardiff MRCS OSCE Course: Five-Day Preparatory Course for MRCS OSCE
Rating: 4.9 (1202 reviews)

Cardiff MRCS OSCE Course: Five-Day Preparatory Course for MRCS OSCE

2^nd - 6^th April 2025

College of Physicians and Surgeons of Cardiff, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff

School of Biosciences, Cardiff University

About

This comprehensive five-day preparation course will provide the attendee with a thorough and elaborate understanding of the core areas and the high-yield topics tested in the Intercollegiate MRCS OSCE. Established in 2008, it has helped over 3,400 surgical trainees who completed their undergraduate medical degree in the UK and abroad to successfully pass the exam. Convened by Professor S. Enoch, it is supported by a dedicated and enthusiastic group of faculty (consultant surgeons; consultant anaesthetists and intensivists; senior surgical registrars; surgical anatomists) who ensure that attendees are able to refine their knowledge and skills in each of the high-yield areas tested in the exam.

The course is delivered through a robust and meticulous method of didactic and interactive talks, small group teaching, individual practice of simulated scenarios, and individual execution of practical skills, all of which will prepare the attendee for each component of the exam. The two Broad Content Areas (Knowledge and Skills) are comprehensively covered over the five days, with all topics discussed in detail (see ‘Topics Covered’ below).

Day 1 and Day 2 will focus on the ‘knowledge’ component of the exam, with emphasis placed on surgical anatomy, critical care physiology and surgical pathology, as well as related microbiology. The content will be delivered as didactic talks and interactive discussions in the context of mock OSCE stations. Day 3 will be divided into distinct morning and afternoon sessions: the morning session will use animal tissue models and simulated models to provide attendees with the opportunity to practice the surgical, clinical and procedural skills that commonly appear in the MRCS OSCE; the afternoon session will involve small group discussions of over 20 scenarios in surgical critical care, acknowledging that this is a component of the exam with which candidates often struggle.

Day 4 will take place in the Dissection Room of School of Biosciences at Cardiff University. It will consist of small group teaching using anatomical prosections, relevant pathological specimens, and osteology to allow attendees to contextualise and consolidate the knowledge gained during Days 1 and 2 of the course. A mock exam will take place in the afternoon, and individualised results and feedback will be provided to attendees upon completion of the course. Day 5 will comprise of small group teaching. The clinical examination stations that commonly appear in the MRCS OSCE will be covered in the morning, and over 15 simulated communication skills scenarios will be enacted in the afternoon. Every attendee will be given ample opportunity to practice clinical examination and communication scenarios to receive individualised verbal feedback from the faculty.

This course, which is subsidised by Doctors Academy Group of Educational Establishments, is the most respectably-priced MRCS OSCE course in the UK. It is continuously updated in accordance with any amendments made to the examination to ensure that attendees are fully prepared to succeed after attending the course.

This course is suitable for those who have started their revision but are not yet fully prepared for the exam. It is primarily structured for those who are sitting the exam four-to-six weeks later, but it is also suitable for those who wish to gain an understanding of the core topics to revise and the techniques required to pass the exam that they intend to sit three-to-four months later.

Reviews

Really comprehensive, good emphasis of what’s important, good structure to the entire course. Great value, ambitious scope was achieved, would recommend as a great place to start revision.
SS
Royal Oldham Hospital, Oldham, UK
10^th - 14^th January 2024, Cardiff

Very relevant to my studies, a compressed and very effective course. Be prepared for long hours and at times mental fatigue but you will walk away feeling much more confident in what to expect at the exam and how to further structure your revision. Would highly recommend taking this course with at least 4 weeks to go as it helped me identify my gaps and unknowns.
KW
Queen's Hospital, Romford, UK
10^th - 14^th January 2024, Cardiff

Intensive, informative and practical exposure of MRCS B. Lots of very skilled teachers and facilitators, I had a very good time. Thank you.
DC
Royal Free Hospital NHS, UK
10^th - 14^th January 2024, Cardiff

Great organization. Good format of delivery. Made a massive difference in my understanding of key topics and identification of key improvements needed. The mock format of small group teaching was great. It was an excellent course and I would highly recommend to anyone sitting the MRCS Part B.
SS
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, UK
10^th - 14^th January 2024, Cardiff

This course was excellent, all the tutors and facilities were outstanding. It was well organised and run to time well. I am glad that I signed up to the course, and wish it could continue for a few more days!
HJ
Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Llantrisant, UK
10^th - 14^th January 2024, Cardiff

Very relevant for the upcoming exam and has provided most of the knowledge I will need. I can now focus solely on the workbook for the knowledge component.
MD
Coventry and Warwickshire Hospitals, UK
10^th - 14^th January 2024, Cardiff

This was a very comprehensive course that I feel has prepared me well for the exam. It was intense and tiring, but there were adequate breaks. Grateful that the knowledge component was at the start of the course when adrenaline was highest! Enjoyed and benefited from the practical sessions. Very well organised course overall, with dedicated and knowledgeable faculty. Thank you very much.
JR
Bristol Royal Infirmary, Bristol, UK
10^th - 14^th January 2024, Cardiff

Fantastic course. Excellent depth and breadth of content covered in a variety of engaging formats. There was no time-wasting: all sessions were focused on providing the best examination preparation.
JR
Royal Hampshire County Hospital, Winchester, UK
10^th - 14^th January 2024, Cardiff

Overall, a thorough and comprehensive review of the MRCS syllabus. Excellent and relevant anatomy and pathology teaching. Prosections invaluable. Tutors all generally incredibly approachable, highly knowledgeable and friendly.
AC
Southmead Hospital, Bristol, UK
10^th - 14^th January 2024, Cardiff

Well organised. Extremely helpful for MRCS intense revision. The breaks were well timed. Highly recommended if sitting for part B and needed clarity about the topics and exam format.
CY
University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, UK
20^th - 24^th September 2023, Cardiff

I thought it was a really good course and really useful preparation for the exam. Exceeded my expectations!
YS
Warrington and Halton NHS Foundation Trust, UK
20^th - 24^th September 2023, Cardiff

Everything was very organised and clear. A vast amount of content was covered in a manner that made it seem straightforward and manageable. It was incredibly focused with no time wasted and you felt like you were learning a lot. It was a really good way to get through a lot of information efficiently and there was always someone on hand to ask questions to or clarify things with. Great course and definitely worth it!
CC
University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, UK
20^th - 24^th September 2023, Cardiff

Intense course which is to be expected given the amount of material needed to cover but very useful in reinforcing prior study and identify gaps in knowledge. Very comprehensive course. Dissection room and mock OSCE was a particular highlight which really helped to reinforced anatomy
HB
Royal Wolverhampton Hospitals NHS Trust, UK
20^th - 24^th September 2023, Cardiff

I am glad that I attended the course , it gave me all the necessary information and insight needed for part B preparation and confidence on the same. Course was well structured, sticking to the time schedules , the practice book literally guided the lectures and helped focus on practically everything discussed. Pre-course and post course materials are very useful too. I am grateful.
MB
Pantai Jerudong Specialist Centre, Brunei Darussalam
20^th - 24^th September 2023, Cardiff

Excellent course covering everything we need to know for the exam, very glad I attended as it helped to kickstart my revision and identify which areas I need to focus on most
AT
Royal United Hospital, Bath, UK
6^th - 10^th September 2023, Cardiff

Thank you to Professor Enoch and all course faculty for an excellent, well-structured and beneficial course!
AK
Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, Exeter, UK
6^th - 10^th September 2023, Cardiff

Great course!
6^th - 10^th September 2023, Cardiff

The course is well organized, with perfect teaching in all most all areas focusing to the exam by the all the members of the academy; and specially appreciate amazing teaching and organization power of Professor Enoch. At the end of the course, I felt I am much more confidant for the exam. Thank you very much.
KG
Teaching Hospital, Karapitiya, Sri Lanka
6^th - 10^th September 2023, Cardiff

Great organisation and delivery of huge breadth and depth of knowledge. The faculty were absolutely amazing and genuinely interested and cared for learning. Use of dissection room was brilliant and one of the best aspects of the course. Materials provided were of high standards. Overall, fantastic course and extremely helpful! Thank you!
IN
Royal Preston Hospital, Preston, UK
6^th - 10^th September 2023, Cardiff

This course is incredible and extremely good value, especially when compared to extortionate rates of RCS courses. Thank you all the same. The faculty were lovely and super knowledgeable. The day of prosection was immeasurably useful too. I have a feeling that this course will be a game changer in terms of me passing the exam. 5/5 stars.
GB
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, London, UK
6^th - 10^th September 2023, Cardiff

Very useful and extensive course. It really helps guide the last leg of the revision. The faculty are absolutely amazing. Thanks to Prof for going out of the way to help.
CK
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust, UK
6^th - 10^th September 2023, Cardiff

The course is well structured and the organisers ensure that it runs to time. There are a good amount of breaks with refreshments to help to maintain focus throughout the course. The teaching is relevant to the syllabus and in a style the will reflect the exam, which means that the study aids are really helpful for post-course revision. I feel much better prepared to sit the exam having completed this course.
ES
Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Llantrisant, UK
26^th - 30^th April 2023, Cardiff

I was extremely impressed with the professionalism of the team and the delivery of the course. Would thoroughly recommend to others preparing for MRCS Part B
TE
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust, UK
26^th - 30^th April 2023, Cardiff

The course was amazing...well organised and managed in a way that we don't get tired with regular breaks....very good attempt at not only teaching but also prepping for possible scenario in exams like actor/patient going off script ... consultant not responding and questions which we are not prepared for ....I would surely recommend to my friend...and I am happy that I attended the course.
NV
Furness General Hospital, Barrow in Furness, UK
26^th - 30^th April 2023, Cardiff

Superb course. Prof. Enoch knows the material inside-out, has an engaging way of teaching, and the focus towards the exam at all times was perfect. Everything being covered within 5 days was good.
SS
Aintree University Hospital, Liverpool, UK
12^th- 16^th April 2023, Cardiff

Really knowledgable tutors and Professor Enoch was very succinct and went through the first two days of anatomy very well. Good to practice in small groups! A lot of information is covered in the time period. A effort was made to provide regular breaks. I really enjoyed the dissection room day. I hope it has accelerated my preparation for this final phase.
VN
Alder Hey Children's Hospital, Liverpool, UK
12^th- 16^th April 2023, Cardiff

Organisation of the course was extremely good - right from booking through to the final conclusion. Staff were also very helpful during the course with any logistical issues (parking etc). Teaching - Prof's knowledge related to all topics was amazing! Fantastic tutors all round. Relevance - highly relevant to MRCS Part B.
AP
Royal Preston Hospital, Preston, UK
12^th- 16^th April 2023, Cardiff

Excellent course with a lot of material covered. I was very impressed by how well it was organized and structured. There was adequate allowance for breaks. The material felt relevant and was well explained.
GF
Ysbyty Gwynedd, Bangor, UK
12^th - 16^th April 2023, Cardiff

The course was very beneficial. Not only was it an eyeopener to a lot of topics/skills needed for the exam, but it also gave me a better understanding of a lot of surgical topics and skills. The presenters were friendly, approachable and knowledgeable. l I am glad that I have done the course and would recommend it anyone preparing for MRCS part B.
CM
NA
25^th - 29^th January 2023, Cardiff

Will highly recommend this course! I found it really helpful for revision and practice especially on Saturday and Sunday; it covers a great amount of breadth and depth of the exam with personal experiences from tutors The tutors were keen to teach, approachable and created a safe space for learning Well timed breaks with sweets/ refreshments throughout the course. Great location, venue and selection of food and fruits for all dietary requirements.
TT
Lancaster
25^th - 29^th January 2023, Cardiff

Truly brilliant course in the content and layout. I feel so much more confident now going into the exam than I did before. All staff were incredibly knowledgeable and friendly and I have already recommended the course to friends. The teaching was incredible and the day in the science building was infinitely useful.
NP
Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton, UK
25^th - 29^th January 2023, Cardiff

Very thorough discussions regarding the important topics - lots of information to take in but done at a good pace with plenty of breaks to keep us fresh. Fantastic practical skills stations and great discussions with anaesthetists/intensivists, neurosurgeons, cardiothoracics and breast surgeons. Anatomy prosection work was great.
AP
Manchester Royal Infirmary, Manchester, UK
11^th - 15^th January 2023, Cardiff

It was very good. It was a really useful overview and a way to consolidate knowledge whilst identifying areas for further learning in the run up to the exam.
AS
University Hospital of North Staffordshire NHS Trust, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomyand Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
26^th and 27^th April 2019, Cardiff

It was very good, and I enjoyed it. It was a very intense, but useful, course. I will recommend it.
RS
John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
26^th and 27^th April 2019, Cardiff

It was a really useful overview and a way to consolidate knowledge whilst identifying areas for further learning in the run up to the exam.
AS
University Hospital of North Staffordshire NHS Trust, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
26^thand 27^th April 2019, Cardiff

This was an outstanding course, with professional standards and knowledgeable faculty.
KV
Queen Victoria Hospital, East Grinstead, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
26^th and 27^th April 2019, Cardiff

I would highly recommend it.
EC
St Helier Hospital, Carshalton, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
18^th and 19^th January 2019, Cardiff

An incredible anatomy course. It was as good as I was told by my colleagues. I would highly recommend it to everyone.
PR
Frimley Park Hospital, Frimley, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
18^th and 19^th January 2019, Cardiff

Exceptional course. Ran like clockwork. I got a lot out of it.
KC
John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
21 ^stand 22^ndSeptember 2018, Cardiff

Fantastic course, great faculty, very efficient, and relevant to the exam. Improved my knowledge significantly.
SH
Hull and East Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
21 ^st and 22 ^nd September 2018, Cardiff
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The two days were very well spent in terms of course content, style and clarity of delivery. I will certainly recommend this course.
OK
Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Doncaster, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
13 ^th and 14 ^th April 2018, Cardiff

A specific mention to Mr Ronak Ved and Ms Maria Popescu who were excellent tutors.
RC
Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
26^th and 27^thJanuary 2018, Cardiff

Very impressed. Phenomenal organisation, good pace, and covered a vast amount. Thank you very much.
KP
Maidstone Hospital, Maidstone, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
26^th and 27^thJanuary 2018, Cardiff

Great course. The mock OSCE was excellent.
DS
Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
26^thand 27^thJanuary 2018, Cardiff

Very enthusiastic and learned tutors. It has increased my confidence and knowledge of anatomy.
DO
Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
8^thand 9^thSeptember 2017, Cardiff

It was the best anatomy demonstration course I have ever attended. Great knowledge displayed by the tutors.
JR
University Hospital, Coventry, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
8^thand 9^thSeptember 2017, Cardiff

Fantastic course. The anatomy was out of this world. If I pass, I know it will be because of this course.
YA
John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
8^thand 9^thSeptember 2017, Cardiff

Excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience with cadaveric specimens.
TH
Royal London Hospital, London, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
8^thand 9^thSeptember 2017, Cardiff

There was a lot of information to take in, but it was delivered at an appropriate speed. The prosections were very useful, and the course ran very smoothly.
MK
Royal Gwent Hospital, Newport, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
8^thand 9^thSeptember 2017, Cardiff

Probably the best anatomy revision course available for MRCS OSCE candidates in the UK.
MK
Berezino District Hospital, Belarus
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
21^stand 22^ndApril 2017, Cardiff

The teaching was mostly focused on how to go through the stations, which was very good. I feel a lot more confident after having attended the course.
IP
Huddersfield Royal Infirmary, Huddersfield, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
21^st and 22^nd April 2017, Cardiff

The demonstrations were fantastic.
JH
St George's Hospital, London, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
20^th and 21^st January 2017, Cardiff

The focus was to make sure we had the knowledge to ace the exam. I got what I paid for and much more!
OF
Royal Brompton Hospital, London, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
20^thand 21^st January 2017, Cardiff

Excellent course with enthusiastic teachers. Intense but well-structured, with maximum time spent in the dissection room.
RW
Great Western Hospital, Swindon, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
20^th and 21^stJanuary 2017, Cardiff

A very useful course. The OSCE practice was particularly helpful.
RS
Kettering General Hospital, Kettering, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
2^ndand 3^rdSeptember 2016, Cardiff

Amazing faculty and very good deliverance of knowledge.
AA
Birmingham Heartlands Hospital, Birmingham, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
2^ndand 3^rdSeptember 2016, Cardiff

An excellent course with very understanding faculty.
RK
Vydehi Hospital, Bangalore, India
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
15^thand 16^thApril 2016, Cardiff

Excellent teaching with prosections. The mock OSCE gave me a good idea of how I cope under pressure, as well as my areas of weakness.
SD
North Manchester General Hospital, Manchester, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
15^thand 16^thApril 2016, Cardiff

Absolutely excellent course with great exposure to specimens.
KS
University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
15^thand 16^thApril 2016, Cardiff

An excellent course. Great pre-reading material and fantastic faculty. I would definitely recommend to others. It will most certainly have improved my anatomy significantly for the MRCS Part B exam.
KE
Victoria Barracks, Windsor, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
15^th and 16^th April 2016, Cardiff

The course was good and provided excellent value for money. I will definitely recommend it to my friends.
AS
King's College Hospital, London, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
15^th and 16^th April 2016, Cardiff

Absolutely invaluable course. I had high expectations based on the views of previous candidates, but itfar surpassed these.
NB
University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
22^nd and 23^rd January 2016, Cardiff

I have attempted the Part B twice and have attended several courses. This course is the best I have been to. I wish I had done it before. I would recommend to any candidate.
JT
University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
22^nd and 23^rd January 2016, Cardiff

All tutors were clear and concise. Remarkable faculty.
MN
University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
22^nd and 23^rdJanuary 2016, Cardiff

Excellent and friendly faculty. The mock OSCE was extremely valuable in allowing me to consolidate the knowledge I gained throughout the course. The feedback gave a much-needed boost of confidence.
RK
Royal Preston Hospital, Preston, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
22^ndand 23^rd January 2016, Cardiff

A well-organised and useful course.
AE
Emirates French Hospital, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
18^th and 19^th September 2015, Cardiff

The trip was worth it.
OA
Queen Elizabeth Hospital, London, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
18^th and 19^thSeptember 2015, Cardiff

Very enthusiastic tutors who were patient and willing to provide clarification on topics. They provided such a high standard of teaching.
HP
Royal Bolton Hospital, Bolton, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
18^th and 19^thSeptember 2015, Cardiff

A well-run course that did exactly what was expected and needed. Perfect valuefor money.
DM
University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
17^th and 18^th April 2015, Cardiff

An excellent course. I feel much more confident about the exam in general and on which areas to work during the last few weeks. Really approachable faculty. I would highly recommend this course to anyone sitting the Part B who is worried about anatomy. Thank you!
OM
University College Hospital, London, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
17^th and 18^th April 2015, Cardiff

Faultless.
JM
John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
16^thand 17^thJanuary 2015, Cardiff

The best course out there.
RT
Papworth Hospital, Cambridge, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
25^thand 26^thApril 2014, Cardiff

I would advise this as a "must" to all future candidates applying for the Part B exam.
BS
Stepping Hill Hospital, Stockport, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
25^thand 26^thApril 2014, Cardiff

Excellent range of topics covered in a comprehensive format. The mock OSCE was a great opportunity to test our knowledge in the format of the exam.
TC
University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
25^th and 26^th April 2014, Cardiff

Great to have stations covering ALL topics, with equal time on each and tutors who specialise in those specific areas. The quality of the stations and tutors was excellent.
DL
Warrington Hospital, Warrington, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
17^th and 18^th January 2014, Cardiff

Excellent course with tutors of very high calibre.
ST
Queen Elizabeth Medical Centre, Birmingham, United Kingdom
Surgical Anatomy and Surgical Pathology Course for MRCS OSCE
17^th and 18^th January 2014, Cardiff

Topics Covered:

Anatomy:

Brachial plexus
Upper limb nerve injuries
Shoulder and back
Arm, ante-cubital fossa and forearm
Wrist and hand
Skull base, foramina and cranial nerves
Circle of Willis
Dural venous sinuses
Autonomic nervous system
Face, mandible and parotid gland
Pterygopalatine and infratemporal fossa
Neck, larynx and pharynx
Thorax and mediastinum
Heart and lung
Diaphragm
Anterior abdominal wall, inguinal region and external genitalia
Peritoneum, lesser sac, epiploic foramen and greater sac
Liver and spleen, and their ligaments
Gall bladder and pancreas
Kidneys and ureter
Small and large intestine
Rectum, anal canal, pelvic floor and perineum
Perineal fascia
Hemipelvis
Ligaments of the hip
Femoral triangle
Gluteal region
Adductor canal
Popliteal fossa
Lower leg, compartments, ankle and foot
Lower limb nerve injuries
Vascular anatomy of the neck, abdomen, and upper and lower limbs

Pathology and Microbiology:

Basic pathology
System-specific pathology
Pathology definitions
Tumour markers and metastasis
Cancers of the testis
Cancers of the thyroid
Malignant melanoma
Cutaneous malignancies
Colorectal malignancies
Cancers of the breast
Cancers of the salivary glands
Barrett’s and cancers of the oesophagus
Cancer of the stomach
Carcinoid tumour
MEN syndromes
Pheochromocytoma
Vascular pathologies
Diverticular disease
Inflammatory bowel disease
Surgical microbiology
Necrotising fasciitis
Tuberculosis
Clostridium difficile infection

Applied Surgical Sciences and Critical Care Physiology:

Acid-base imbalance (metabolic and respiratory acidosis/alkalosis) and their management
Fluid balance and fluid replacement therapy
Bleeding and coagulation
Management of sepsis and septic shock
Homeostasis and thermoregulation
Ionotropes
Normal ventilatory cycle
Causes and management of post-operative respiratory failure
Intermittent positive pressure ventilation
Acute (adult) respiratory distress syndrome
Applied critical care physiology during the peri-operative period
Thyroid hormones, hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism
Parathyroid hormones, their disorders and calcium metabolism
Function of the pituitary and adrenal glands
Renal autoregulation
Renin-angiotensin system
Cerebral autoregulation
Space-occupying lesions
Head injuries and management
Assessment, pathophysiology and principles of management of burns
Principles of epidural anaesthesia/assessment
Pain pathways
Resuscitation, temperature regulation and hypothermia
Principles in the management of long bone fractures and pelvic trauma
Patellar fractures
Management of fracture neck of femur
Compartment syndrome

Clinical and Procedural Skills:

Surgical scrubbing
Safe use of local anaesthesia
Knot tying (Reef, Surgeon’s, tying at depth, instrument tie)
Suturing techniques (simple, mattress, continuous, subcuticular)
Figure of ‘8’ haemostatic stitch
Surgical excision of a cutaneous lesion
Urinary catheterisation
Cannulation and venepuncture of high-risk patients
Lumbar puncture
Performing an FNA
Insertion of a chest drain
Organising a theatre list and theatre list prioritisation

Clinical Examination Topics:

Examination of the abdomen and abdominal organs
Examination of hernia
Examination of varicose veins and leg ulcers
Examination of peripheral vascular disease
Examination of lumps and lymph nodes
Examination of cranial nerves
Examination of cardiorespiratory system
Examination of the hip, knee
Examination of the shoulder and back
Examination of the neck and thyroid

Clinical Consultation Skills:

Information giving and information gathering
Challenging situation/patient
Difficult consultation
Breaking bad news
Explaining a diagnosis or discussing management options
Consent in surgery
Telephone communication

Quick Information

Places are currently available.
Dates	2^nd - 6^th April 2025 9^th - 13^th April 2025 10^th - 14^th September 2025 24^th - 28^th September 2025 7^th - 11^th January 2026 21^st - 25^th January 2026
Venue Google Maps	College of Physicians and Surgeons of Cardiff, Cardiff Bay, Cardiff School of Biosciences, Cardiff University
Course Fee	£875.00
Closing Date	Places will be offered on a first-come-first-served basis and therefore we are unable to provide a precise closing date.
No of Places	36
Dress code	Professional/Semi-formal

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Cardiff MRCS OSCE Course: Five-Day Preparatory Course for MRCS OSCE

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Reviews

Really comprehensive, good emphasis of what’s important, good structure to the entire course. Great value, ambitious scope was achieved, would recommend as a great place to start revision.

Intensive, informative and practical exposure of MRCS B. Lots of very skilled teachers and facilitators, I had a very good time. Thank you.

Great organization. Good format of delivery. Made a massive difference in my understanding of key topics and identification of key improvements needed. The mock format of small group teaching was great. It was an excellent course and I would highly recommend to anyone sitting the MRCS Part B.

This course was excellent, all the tutors and facilities were outstanding. It was well organised and run to time well. I am glad that I signed up to the course, and wish it could continue for a few more days!

Very relevant for the upcoming exam and has provided most of the knowledge I will need. I can now focus solely on the workbook for the knowledge component.

Fantastic course. Excellent depth and breadth of content covered in a variety of engaging formats. There was no time-wasting: all sessions were focused on providing the best examination preparation.

Overall, a thorough and comprehensive review of the MRCS syllabus. Excellent and relevant anatomy and pathology teaching. Prosections invaluable. Tutors all generally incredibly approachable, highly knowledgeable and friendly.

Well organised. Extremely helpful for MRCS intense revision. The breaks were well timed. Highly recommended if sitting for part B and needed clarity about the topics and exam format.

I thought it was a really good course and really useful preparation for the exam. Exceeded my expectations!

Intense course which is to be expected given the amount of material needed to cover but very useful in reinforcing prior study and identify gaps in knowledge. Very comprehensive course. Dissection room and mock OSCE was a particular highlight which really helped to reinforced anatomy

Excellent course covering everything we need to know for the exam, very glad I attended as it helped to kickstart my revision and identify which areas I need to focus on most

Thank you to Professor Enoch and all course faculty for an excellent, well-structured and beneficial course!

Great course!

Very useful and extensive course. It really helps guide the last leg of the revision. The faculty are absolutely amazing. Thanks to Prof for going out of the way to help.

I was extremely impressed with the professionalism of the team and the delivery of the course. Would thoroughly recommend to others preparing for MRCS Part B

Superb course. Prof. Enoch knows the material inside-out, has an engaging way of teaching, and the focus towards the exam at all times was perfect. Everything being covered within 5 days was good.

Excellent course with a lot of material covered. I was very impressed by how well it was organized and structured. There was adequate allowance for breaks. The material felt relevant and was well explained.

It was very good. It was a really useful overview and a way to consolidate knowledge whilst identifying areas for further learning in the run up to the exam.

It was very good, and I enjoyed it. It was a very intense, but useful, course. I will recommend it.

It was a really useful overview and a way to consolidate knowledge whilst identifying areas for further learning in the run up to the exam.

This was an outstanding course, with professional standards and knowledgeable faculty.

I would highly recommend it.

An incredible anatomy course. It was as good as I was told by my colleagues. I would highly recommend it to everyone.

Exceptional course. Ran like clockwork. I got a lot out of it.

Fantastic course, great faculty, very efficient, and relevant to the exam. Improved my knowledge significantly.

The two days were very well spent in terms of course content, style and clarity of delivery. I will certainly recommend this course.

A specific mention to Mr Ronak Ved and Ms Maria Popescu who were excellent tutors.

Very impressed. Phenomenal organisation, good pace, and covered a vast amount. Thank you very much.

Great course. The mock OSCE was excellent.

Very enthusiastic and learned tutors. It has increased my confidence and knowledge of anatomy.

It was the best anatomy demonstration course I have ever attended. Great knowledge displayed by the tutors.

Fantastic course. The anatomy was out of this world. If I pass, I know it will be because of this course.

Excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience with cadaveric specimens.

There was a lot of information to take in, but it was delivered at an appropriate speed. The prosections were very useful, and the course ran very smoothly.

Probably the best anatomy revision course available for MRCS OSCE candidates in the UK.

The teaching was mostly focused on how to go through the stations, which was very good. I feel a lot more confident after having attended the course.

The demonstrations were fantastic.

The focus was to make sure we had the knowledge to ace the exam. I got what I paid for and much more!

Excellent course with enthusiastic teachers. Intense but well-structured, with maximum time spent in the dissection room.

A very useful course. The OSCE practice was particularly helpful.

Amazing faculty and very good deliverance of knowledge.

An excellent course with very understanding faculty.

Excellent teaching with prosections. The mock OSCE gave me a good idea of how I cope under pressure, as well as my areas of weakness.

Absolutely excellent course with great exposure to specimens.

An excellent course. Great pre-reading material and fantastic faculty. I would definitely recommend to others. It will most certainly have improved my anatomy significantly for the MRCS Part B exam.

The course was good and provided excellent value for money. I will definitely recommend it to my friends.

Absolutely invaluable course. I had high expectations based on the views of previous candidates, but itfar surpassed these.

I have attempted the Part B twice and have attended several courses. This course is the best I have been to. I wish I had done it before. I would recommend to any candidate.

All tutors were clear and concise. Remarkable faculty.

Excellent and friendly faculty. The mock OSCE was extremely valuable in allowing me to consolidate the knowledge I gained throughout the course. The feedback gave a much-needed boost of confidence.

A well-organised and useful course.

The trip was worth it.

Very enthusiastic tutors who were patient and willing to provide clarification on topics. They provided such a high standard of teaching.

A well-run course that did exactly what was expected and needed. Perfect valuefor money.

An excellent course. I feel much more confident about the exam in general and on which areas to work during the last few weeks. Really approachable faculty. I would highly recommend this course to anyone sitting the Part B who is worried about anatomy. Thank you!

Faultless.

The best course out there.

I would advise this as a "must" to all future candidates applying for the Part B exam.

Excellent range of topics covered in a comprehensive format. The mock OSCE was a great opportunity to test our knowledge in the format of the exam.

Great to have stations covering ALL topics, with equal time on each and tutors who specialise in those specific areas. The quality of the stations and tutors was excellent.

Excellent course with tutors of very high calibre.