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At the Institute of Medical Education, all professional courses are prepared and delivered by experienced consultant General Surgeons from around Australia.

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IME has proven success in assisting Registrars gain entry into Surgical Education and Training (SET) Programs in Australia and New Zealand.

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All courses within the IME Surgery Department are expertly crafted to provide insightful information to assist you in your journey towards specialisation.

Don't leave your specialisation to chance

The IME Department of Surgery is operated by experienced consultant Surgeons from around Australia.

The department provides educational opportunities for all stages of surgical career development. Pre-surgical hospital doctors and unaccredited registrars can enrol to receive training and guidance to aid their progression onto the Surgical Education and Training (SET) program. For those already on SET, or working as specialist surgeons, the IME Department of Surgery offers opportunities for further development via Royal Australian College of Surgeons (RACS) approved continuous professional development (CPD) programs, and surgery specific conferences.

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The IME Department of Surgery is operated by experienced consultant General Surgeons from around Australia. The department provides educational opportunities for all stages of surgical career development. Pre-surgical hospital doctors and unaccredited registrars can enrol to receive training and guidance to aid their progression onto the Surgical Education and Training (SET) program. The SET General Surgery and Surgical Speciality Programs provide highly specialised interview preparation that is prepared by practicing consultant surgeons with unique experience and insights into the SET selection interview, including assessment and scoring criteria. 

Pre-SET General Surgery Research Fellowship Program (SE400)

Pre-SET General Surgery Research Fellowship Program (SE400)

$3,987.00

Calendar18 months

Clock12-18 Months (accelerated learning options)

PinIME classroom & online

  • Comprehensive SET General Surgery Interview Preparation
  • 4 Course Inclusions
  • Research Fellowship
  • SET General Surgery Mentorship Program
  • SET General Surgery Online Interview Course (SE101)
  • SET General Surgery Interview Workshop (SE102)
  • Research Support Committee
  • Personalised Application Mentorship
  • 100 Interview Scenarios
  • 10 Online Theory Modules
  • Live Attendance Workshop
  • Live Mock Panel Interview
  • Personalised Feedback
  • Prepared and Delivered by Practicing Surgeons

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The SET General Surgery Combined Program (SE300)

The SET General Surgery Combined Program (SE300)

$1,497.00

Calendar1 year

Clock150 Hours

PinIME classroom & online

  • SET General Surgery Interview Preparation
  • 2 Course Inclusions
  • SET General Surgery Online Interview Course (SE101)
  • SET General Surgery Interview Workshop (SE102)
  • 100 Interview Scenarios
  • 10 Online Theory Modules
  • Live Attendance Workshop
  • Live Mock Panel Interview
  • Personalised Feedback
  • Prepared and Delivered by Practicing Surgeons

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SET Surgical Specialties Interview Workshop (SS102)

SET Surgical Specialties Interview Workshop (SS102)

$997.00

Calendar1 year

Clock1 year

PinIME classroom & online

  • Live SET Interview Preparation
  • Live Attendance Workshop
  • Mock Panel Interview
  • Personalised Feedback
  • Online Theory Modules
  • Prepared and Delivered by Practicing Surgeons

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SET General Surgery Interview Online Course (SE101)

SET General Surgery Interview Online Course (SE101)

$997.00

Calendar1 year

Clock1 year

PinIME classroom & online

  • 100 Interview Scenarios
  • 200 Interview Questions
  • Additional 10 Online Modules
  • Online SET General Surgery Interview Preparation
  • 100% Online
  • Prepared by Specialist Doctors and Senior Lecturers at Australian Medical Schools

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SET General Surgery Interview Workshop (SE102)

SET General Surgery Interview Workshop (SE102)

$997.00

Calendar1 year

Clock1 year

PinIME classroom & online

  • Live SET Interview Preparation
  • Live Attendance Workshop
  • Mock Panel Interview
  • Personalised Feedback
  • SET General Surgery Interview Preparation
  • Prepared and Delivered by Practicing Surgeons

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The single most important tip to help you adjust to university life.

The single most important tip to help you adjust to university life.

The holiday season is officially over, and it has just dawned on you that your university orientation is… *checks timetable* tomorrow?! No need to hit the panic button yet...

${reading_time(` The holiday season is officially over, and it has just dawned on you that your university orientation is… *checks timetable* tomorrow?! No need to hit the panic button yet, as this new chapter in your life signals a time of optimism. Whether this is your first, second, or third start to the university year, one piece of advice still holds true: “Comparison is the thief of joy”. Your university experience will vary to that of your peers, even to those with identical class timetables. You will meet people from all walks of life, some with subjectively privileged upbringings and others with the hopes of repaying the sacrifices their family made to give them a better chance at life. Yes, I am generalising here, and this list should be exhaustive (nor are the two examples I provided mutually exclusive); but the truth is, that was my experience. Initially, I found it hard to make friends and keep up with the high demands of the degree. I grew to resent other students who I perceived to have a thriving social life and still score well in assessments, something I was naively conditioned to believe was not possible. I had to keep reminding myself I deserved to be here — I received an offer to study at this university just like everybody else. However, this isn’t one of those sob stories, and I am not asking for your sympathy. What I am inferring is that imposter syndrome is real and it’s OK to not know what you are doing. Luckily, it took me only one semester to snap out of this adverse mindset. Over time, I realised that whilst my experience was seemingly different, most students shared universal issues. Now as an academic myself, I can pass on a few tips that I wish I knew before I started university. It’s OK to not make friends immediately or skip social occasions to study. It’s also OK (with reason) to prioritize social events over study. It’s OK to never understand a subject matter, no matter how hard you try — failing a class is not a unique experience and can happen to anyone. The whole point of university is to find out your strengths and weaknesses, and to exploit this knowledge for your future career in the workforce. Naturally, it’s OK to dislike your assignment group members, some people really are hard to work with. Herein lies the university experience paradox: your experiences are unique to other students but instantaneously similar at the same time. This explains why so many students feel disenfranchised with the whole process. It goes without saying that there is no point in comparing yourself to others. Focus and work on your own strengths and flaws, irrespective of those around you. Your time at university will be some of the best years of your young adult life, so try to make the best of it. Whilst comparison may be the thief of joy: “Pessimism leads to weakness and optimism to power”. Enjoy your upcoming university orientation events and good luck in your studies. Power to you, you have earned it. `)} Arror right
Where to access free material to help you succeed in your GAMSAT and MMI

Where to access free material to help you succeed in your GAMSAT and MMI

We have prepared a free mock GAMSAT exam and Section II essay generator to assist in your study, which can be found on our website.

${reading_time(`The Institute of Medical Education has prepared a free mock GAMSAT exam and Section II essay generator to assist in your study, which can be found on our website. If you are further along your medicine journey and would like help with Interview preparation, try our free MMI interview scenarios generator here. And if you are looking for an extended study program, you are welcome to have a read of our updated Pre-Medical brochures here. We hold regular free webinars, and you will be kept in the loop regarding future sessions. In the meantime, you can access our 2022 Webinar Schedule here. For more educational material, search "Institute of Medical Education" on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube — our Instagram (@pre_ime) and TikTok (@IMEmedical) pages are also a good source of fun. We have also released solutions to Section 3, ACER Practice Test 1 and 3 (formerly Green & Pink booklets, respectively). In these videos I explain in detail how to approach and answer each question. You can access the videos in their respective playlists on our YouTube channel.`)} Arror right
A Fun De-Stress GAMSAT Advent Calendar

A Fun De-Stress GAMSAT Advent Calendar

A fun de-stress advent calendar for you to try out in anticipation for the release ofSeptember GAMSAT 2022 results next month.  GAMSAT 2022 is finally over!

${reading_time(`Written by Dr Hassan Choucair GAMSAT 2022 is finally over, hooray! The exam cycle has most likely consumed your life, and yes, that feeling you have right now is called free time — a foreign concept to many candidates. Exam results do not come out until mid-November and the stress is getting to you; so, what should you do to pass the time? Here is a quick list of activities to keep you occupied before your results are released in November. We call it the de-stress advent calendar — the hope is that you receive a favourable GAMSAT score on the 25 th day. Good luck! 1. Make and cook your own handmade pasta.2. Beginners: go for a 2 km jog. Seasoned: add an extra 4 km to your next run.3. Visit a new street or square in your neighbourhood.4. Plant and grow your own herbs or chilies.5. Learn basic music theory and practice your singing.6. Buy a unique piece of clothing from an op-shop and wear it for the day.7. Try yoga, pilates, or stretching exercises.8. Watch the sunrise or sunset and try locating constellations in the night sky.9. Have a picnic in your city’s most attractive park.10. Go to the library and borrow a book to read.11. Visit a museum.12. Buy fresh flowers for yourself, a deserved family member or a dear friend.13. Update your resumé.14. Volunteer your time somewhere or look for volunteer work.15. Explore a new suburb in your city.16. Get a massage or visit your local doctor for a health check.17. Try a cuisine from a culture you are not familiar with.18. Draw, paint or colour a picture book.19. Learn and play a sport you are not familiar with.20. Organise an event or dinner with your friends.21. Reflect and write a short story on your life so far.22. Listen and critically analyse music from a genre you are not familiar with.23. Beginners: go for a swim. Seasoned: add an extra 500 m to your next swim.24. Go to cinema and watch a movie.`)} Arror right