Programme overview
What the official source supports
A children's hospital observership programme that lists Plastic Surgery, Craniofacial and Cleft Lip and Palate among the specialties considering observers. The learning plan is agreed with the specialty team after the application is reviewed.
Training structure
Published areas of exposure
- Observation of paediatric plastic, craniofacial and cleft services
- Learning plan agreed with the specialty education lead
- Certificate of attendance (no recommendation letters)
Eligibility
Who should verify their fit
A relevant professional or academic qualification in the home country, current employment or study there, English at roughly IELTS 7.0 or OET B level, and sponsorship or self-funding; medical students use the separate electives programme.
Application
Published application route
Submit the online international observership application with a CV, one recent letter of recommendation, learning objectives and proof of funding; the International Education Team passes it to the specialty for assessment.
Published application documents
- Online application form
- Detailed CV
- One professional letter of recommendation (within the last 12 months)
- Verification of funding arrangements
This checklist summarises the linked official source. Confirm any updated forms and requirements before submission.
Contact note: International Education Team — International.Education@gosh.nhs.uk
Sources and verification
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GOSH Learning Academy — International Observership Programme ↗Last reviewed by PlasticFellow: 29 Oct 2026. Information not shown by an official source is labelled as unavailable or requiring confirmation.
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