Medical specialties and beyond
After completing your medical degree, graduates complete a two-year foundation programme followed by further training in either general practice or one of around 60 specialist areas. This can take up to 3 years for general practice and up to 7 years for some specialties.
- Medical pathway training British Medical Association
Use the job profiles below to find out about, skills, entry routes and experience
- Anaesthetist Prospects profile
- Cardiologist Prospects profile
- Clinical radiologist Prospects profile
- General practice doctor Prospects profile
- Hospital doctor Prospects profile
- Neurologist Prospects profile
- Ophthalmologist Prospects profile
- Pathologist Prospects profile
- Psychiatrist Prospects profile
- Surgeon Prospects profile
Further resources for medical students
- NHS Medical Careers Careers resources and information for medical students and doctors in training.
- The Foundation Programme How to apply and what to expect during the generic two-year programme required for all medical graduates.
- NHS specialty training Support for medics and dentists applying for specialty training posts in the UK.
- General Medical Council Regulates the profession, includes advice for students.
- British Medical Journal Careers site
