What is the Medical Sponsorship Scheme?

If you are currently studying at medical school, or are applying for a place at a medical school, the Royal Air Force could sponsor your medical training using a bursary or a cadetship, which leads ultimately to a career as a Royal Air Force Medical Officer. In return, you'll be expected to serve for six years once you've completed your medical training.

Download the full details of what the Royal Air Force Medical Sponsorship Scheme offers you here.

How do I apply?

To apply call the RAF Careers line on 0845 605 555. You can apply at any time as long as you meet the entry requirements set out below. Applications must be submitted to an Armed Forces Careers Office (AFCO) by the November prior to the academic year in which you hope to be sponsored. Successful applicants will be awarded sponsorship from the start of the September term.

Am I eligible?

Qualifications

You should have a minimum of GCSEs/SCEs at Grade C/3, or equivalent, in English language and maths. You must also have a confirmed place at a Medical School which is UK-based, GMC-recognised and affiliated to a University Air Squadron. Vacancies are currently open to potential candidates who are due to graduate during 2017 or thereafter.

Selection

Bursars and Cadets have to pass selection at OASC at the RAF College Cranwell in Lincolnshire. Cadets will also need to pass a specialist medical interview.

Nationality

You must be a citizen of the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, or have been a Commonwealth citizen since birth.

Residency

You should have resided in the UK for the three years immediately preceeding your application.

Age Limits

You must be able to commence specialist medical training before your 42nd birthday.