Fellowship of the College of Surgeons (FCS) – Plastic Surgery

Overview

A 3-year decentralised specialist training programme in plastic surgery delivered in COSECSA-accredited hospitals under accredited trainers across member countries, leading to the FCS (ECSA) qualification by common examination.

The programme

Focus

Plastic surgery (general)

Training type

Specialist training programme

Duration

3 years

Start

Not stated on official page

Positions

Not stated on official page

Accreditation

COSECSA FCS (ECSA) qualification; accredited plastic surgery training sites listed by COSECSA (e.g., ALERT Hospital, AIC Kijabe, QECH Malawi, CHUK Rwanda, Muhimbili, Mulago, CoRSU, UTH Lusaka, Parirenyatwa).

Department

Not stated on official page

Eligibility and visa

Eligibility

MCS passed not more than 3 years before applying, or MMed (Surgery) holders as per programme regulations; contact the country's COSECSA Country Representative before applying; certified medical degree and registration certificate required.

International applicants

Regional programme for trainees in COSECSA member countries; applicants training away from their home country must secure a training post and any work permit themselves (Smile Train scholarship terms).

Visa support

Not stated on official page

Licence requirement

Medical registration certificate required.

How to apply

Deadline

31 December each year (FCS online application deadline)

Application method

Online application via COSECSA; non-refundable programme entry fee payable on approval (applications@cosecsa.org).

Funding

Funding

Programme entry fee (USD 600 for FCS per prospectus wording). COSECSA–Smile Train scholarships (4 in the 2025 cycle) have covered fees and a USD 12,000 annual living stipend.

Official sources