About RCSI

Founded as the national training body for surgery in Ireland, RCSI has been at the forefront of healthcare education and research since 1784.

Today, we are an innovative, world-leading international health sciences university and the professional training body for surgery in Ireland.

We are leading the world to better health

A deep professional responsibility to enhance human health through endeavour, innovation and collaboration in education, research and service informs all that we do.

Our mission: To educate, nurture and discover for the benefit of human health.

Leading the world to better health

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Our people

RCSI is home to students, educators, clinicians, researchers and policy leaders in a range of healthcare disciplines.

Council

RCSI is governed by a council comprising surgeons, all of whom are Fellows of the College.

Senior Management Team

Our Senior Management Team is led by Prof. Cathal Kelly, a graduate and Fellow of RCSI.

Researchers and academics

Our world-class academic and research staff are focused on patient-centred education and research.

RCSI Strategy 2023-2027

RCSI is one of the highest ranked* universities in the world for our contribution to good health and well-being, the third UN Sustainable Development Goal. Everything we do is shaped by our mission: ‘To educate, nurture and discover for the benefit of human health’. Through our new strategic plan we set out a roadmap for how we will enhance our contribution and innovate for a healthier future.
*Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025

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Students in white coats look upwards

Emily Winifred Dickson – first female fellow of RCSI

Our history

For almost 240 years, we have been committed to training healthcare professionals to the highest standard of patient care.

Our rankings and reputation

Our education and research is highly regarded amongst our international peers and we are ranked as one of the top universities worldwide.

Our global reach

RCSI's international outlook is underpinned by collaborative partnerships with a wide range of institutions across the globe.

Publications

Our annual reports and corporate documents offer a comprehensive report of our activities, both nationally and internationally, throughout the year.