FRCS General Surgery — Intensive Weekend Viva Masterclass
A two-day intensive weekend masterclass for candidates who want maximum viva practice time. Covers both clinical and academic viva components in depth.
Course Overview
Our Intensive Weekend Viva Masterclass is our most comprehensive preparation offering, spread over two full days to provide deeper coverage and more practice opportunities than our standard one-day course.
Over the weekend, candidates rotate through 16 viva stations covering the full breadth of the FRCS examination curriculum, receiving detailed examiner feedback after each session. The additional day also allows time for group discussion of common pitfalls, high-yield topics workshops, and one-to-one targeted feedback sessions.
What's Included
- 16 structured viva stations across two days
- One-to-one targeted feedback session (30 minutes per candidate)
- High-yield topics workshop with faculty discussion
- Common pitfalls and examiner insight session
- All meals and refreshments across both days
- Access to online resource library for 180 days
- Comprehensive course handbook (digital)
Who is this Course For?
Ideal for candidates who:
- Want the most intensive preparation available
- Are sitting the examination for the first time and want maximum confidence
- Have a previously unsuccessful attempt and want comprehensive additional practice
- Feel their viva technique needs significant development
Venue & Location
Sage Gateshead Conference Centre, Gateshead
St Marys Square, Gateshead Quays, Gateshead, NE8 2JR. Adjacent to the Hilton Gateshead hotel for convenient overnight accommodation.
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Included in your booking:
- 8 structured viva stations
- Written examiner feedback
- All meals & refreshments
- 90-day resource access
- High-yield topics guide