Student Membership | The Royal Society of Medicine

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Do I qualify?

To qualify for the undergraduate medical grade, you must be studying medicine, dentistry or veterinary science at an approved UK educational establishment.

Undergraduate non-medical grade is applicable to you if you are studying for your first UK recognised undergraduate qualification that does not lead to qualification as a doctor, dentist or vet, and not earning any income.

To apply for the A-Level grade you must be aged 16 and over, and studying in sixth form or college.

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Support with your studies

Enjoy discounted — and often free — rates to RSM meetings, courses and lectures.

Student-specific events and revision courses

One of the most extensive programmes of medical education in the UK, Student members enjoy free or very low rates for all our meetings. Members are also eligible for bursary places for many meetings.

Plus we run a number of student-specific courses and events including OSCE practical days, MRCS Part B revision days and interview preparation courses.

Upcoming events

Medical career days

Whether you are currently studying A-Levels or looking to get into a particular medical specialism, we provide career days to give you guidance and insights into the life in the medical field. As a member you can qualify for a free place.

Upcoming events

Priority invites to talks and lectures

Receive priority invites to a number of topical talks and lectures throughout the year. These talks cover a range of topics from medical innovations, global health and arts and medicine, to policy and healthcare debates.

Upcoming talks

Develop your competitive edge

Stand out from the rest and enhance your career prospects with our prizes and bursaries.

Prizes to enhance your CV

As a member, you can enter competitions to win cash prizes and travel bursaries and more — worth over £60,000 in total.

While winning an award is great for your CV, simply entering is a valuable experience; it gives you a chance to present your work at an RSM meeting in front of leading consultants and senior healthcare professionals.

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Access to The Medic Portal

As an official partner of The Medic Portal online resource, you can access mock preparation questions for UKCAT and BMAT exams, interview practice questions and tips, medical school selection advice and help with your personal statement for UCAS.

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24-hour access to our world-class library resources

Open 24/7, our Library is a haven for studying, exam preparation, research and resources.

Entry to  one  of the finest medical libraries in Europe 

The RSM is home to one of the largest and most up-to-date medical libraries in Europe — it is open to members 24/7, meaning you can enjoy  continuous  access to our book collection, PCs and desk  spaces for work or study.  

Plus  RSM members receive free  printing  and photocopying, as well as access to a wide range of services designed by our team of Library specialists.  

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Unlimited digital learning resources

Enjoy free, unlimited access to a wealth of online  resources. As a member you can access thousands of  ejournals  and  ebooks — all full-text without restrictions and including the latest issues.  

You'll also have  unrestricted  access to six key medical databases to support your clinical decision making and research. This includes  ClinicalKey, which has over 13,000 medical and surgical  training  videos, a  database  of clinical guidelines, thousands of images and over 3,000 drug monographs.  

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Members' club

As a member of the RSM you are free to enjoy our enviable club facilities whenever you wish.  

Lounge Bar

Located on the ground floor, our Lounge Bar is  open all day, offering fresh ground coffee, sandwiches, snacks, and sweet treats at affordable prices.

The Lounge Bar is the perfect place to take a break, read or catch up with friends outside a study group or course.

Restaurant and Lounge Bar

We have two  hotels 

Visiting London? Stay in our members-only hotel Domus Medica; or  our Grade I listed boutique hotel, Chandos  House. Located  in  the heart of London, both hotels  offer  exceptional  value for money.   

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World of extra benefits

On top of  all the benefits from the RSM, you'll enjoy a range of savings and other  privileges  from our specially selected  partners. 

NUS Extra

NUS Extra card

The NUS Extra card is the ultimate student discount ‘must-have’ as a student. As a member, you can get 15 months membership for the price of 12 — whilst enjoying a range of other discounts and benefits.

Cinema Society

Savings on cinema tickets

Save up to 40% on your next visit to the cinema — available at most cinemas including Odeon, Cineworld, Vue, Empire, Showcase and Picture House — and use the discount as much as you want!

Apple

Discounts on Apple products and services

You can save up to 12% on a wide range of Apple products and services, including money off iPads, Mac Books and Apple Care.

Tastecard

Three-month Tastecard for free

For those who enjoy dining, take out a Tastecard digital membership and get three months for free. With the card you can enjoy 50% off food or 2-for-1 meals at a fabulous range of restaurants.

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Other membership options

Fellow

For professionals working in medicine, dentistry or a higher scientific qualification.

Fellow

Associate

For professionals working in the healthcare sector or with an interest in healthcare issues.

Associate

Individual Library

For members of the public who want to join the Library and access its services.

Library

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