Clinical Radiology and Clinical Oncology · Professional Society · UK
The Royal College of Radiologists
RCR
SpecialtyClinical Radiology and Clinical Oncology
Trainee Cost£321 / year
Trainee CommitteeYes
Travel GrantsYes
Research PrizesYes
The Royal College of Radiologists is the leading professional membership body for clinical oncologists and clinical radiologists in the UK and globally, with over 18,000 Fellows and members worldwide. It sets standards for training and clinical care, supports members throughout their careers, and advocates for the specialties.
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Specialty
Clinical Radiology and Clinical Oncology
Abbreviation
RCR
Registrar Cost
£321 / year
Trainee Committee
Yes
Travel Grants
Available
Research Prizes
Yes
Country
United Kingdom
MEMBERSHIP Membership Details
| Membership Type | Eligibility | Annual Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Fellow (UK) | Has passed the Final FRCR exam (UK-based) | £622 |
| Fellow (Global) | Has passed the Final FRCR exam (Global, non-LMIC) | £407 |
| Fellow (Global LMIC) | Has passed the Final FRCR exam (Low and middle income country) | £200 |
| Fellow Pre-CCT (UK) | Has passed the Final FRCR exam and is currently working towards CCT as part of a UK specialty training programme (applies for two consecutive membership years) | £458 |
| Member Non-training (UK) | In a non-training career grade post in clinical oncology or clinical radiology with a postgraduate qualification (other than FRCR or FFR) | £599 |
| Member Non-training (Global) | As above, globally based (non-LMIC) | £389 |
| Member Non-training (Global LMIC) | As above, LMIC-based | £195 |
| Member in Training (UK) | Undertaking specialist training in clinical oncology or clinical radiology and has not yet passed the Final FRCR exam | £321 |
| Member in Training (Global) | As above, globally based (non-LMIC) | £136 |
| Member in Training (Global LMIC) | As above, LMIC-based | £69 |
| Associate Non-training (UK) | Non-training associated health professional (Breast Clinician, Nuclear Medicine Physician with GMC specialist registration) or doctor without postgraduate qualification in clinical radiology/oncology | £313 |
| Associate Non-training (Global) | As above, globally based (non-LMIC) | £213 |
| Associate Non-training (Global LMIC) | As above, LMIC-based | £98 |
| IPEM Associate (UK) | Medical physicist in a non-training role who is a Fellow or member of IPEM | £101 |
| IPEM Associate (Global LMIC) | As above, LMIC-based | £54 |
| Retired (UK/Global) | Retired from medical practice; receive monthly updates and online access to RCR publications | £15 |
| Retired Plus (UK/Global) | Retired; includes journal access and printed member magazine | £64 |
| Lifetime | Retired from medical practice; Fellow in good standing for at least ten consecutive years up to retirement (one-off fee) | £635 |
BENEFITS Key Member Benefits
Access to RCR Learn
Access to 375+ interactive e-learning resources including courses, webinars and podcasts tailored for clinical radiologists and oncologists, with 95% free to members.
Journal Access
Unlimited digital access to Clinical Radiology or Clinical Oncology journals, and free online access to full-text articles in Cancer Treatment Reviews.
Member Magazine (Wave)
Quarterly member magazine available in print (UK and Global members) and digital formats with exclusive interviews and news.
CPD Scheme
Access to a comprehensive CPD scheme with online CPD Journal to record and export CPD activity for revalidation purposes.
Exam Hub Access
Early access to exam booking dates and ability to manage bookings and results through the RCR Exam Hub.
Trainee Forums
Representation through the Radiology Resident Doctors Forum (RRDF) and Oncology Registrars' Forum, which advocate for members in training.
Mentoring Platform
Access to the RCR mentoring platform with personalised matching as mentor or mentee, plus supportive resources.
Audit Forum
Access to the audit forum including guidance, templates and the ePoster competition.
Awards, Prizes and Grants
Ability to apply for research awards, undergraduate awards and educational travel opportunities.
iRefer Access
Member-only access to the RCR's referral guidance tool, providing referring doctors with up-to-date imaging investigation guidance.
Discounts on Events and Courses
Exclusive member discounts on RCR conferences, events, and live courses both online and in-person.
Elsevier Book Discount
25% discount on selected books from Elsevier.
TotumPro Discounts
Access to bespoke discounts on over 400 brands via TotumPro.
Members' Room Access
Access to the members' room at 63 Lincoln's Inn Fields with complimentary Wi-Fi and hot drinks; significant discounts on meeting room bookings.
FRCR Admission Ceremony
Celebrate successful completion of FRCR exams at a prestigious admission ceremony alongside peers, family and friends.
UK Tax Relief
UK tax relief is available on membership fees.
Clinical Fellowships
Opportunity to participate in member-only, prestigious research and clinical Fellow projects.
E-portfolio System (Risr/advance)
Access to the e-portfolio system used by trainees, supervisors and ARCP panels for recording training evidence.
EVENTS Events & Conferences
RCR Events Programme
Various UK locations and online · Conference, Course, Webinar
FRCR Admission Ceremony
Central Hall Westminster, London · Ceremony
TRAINEE Trainee Opportunities
Radiology Resident Doctors Forum (RRDF)
Trainee forum that advocates and champions all members in training in clinical radiology, developing support materials and representing trainee interests.
Oncology Registrars' Forum (ORF)
Trainee forum for clinical oncology registrars that advocates for members in training and develops support materials.
RADIANT (Radiology Academic Network for Trainees)
National trainee-led consortium supported by the RCR and NIHR, with annual meetings to discuss, prioritise and select audit and research projects, supported by research-active consultants.
Mentoring Schemes
Access to the RCR mentoring platform for both mentors and mentees, including specific schemes for trainees and those from underrepresented groups.
ePoster Competition
Opportunity to submit to the RCR ePoster competition as part of the audit forum.
Awards, Prizes and Travel Grants
Ability to apply for research awards, undergraduate awards and educational travel opportunities including the Travelling Professor Scheme.
Clinical Fellowships
Member-only prestigious research and clinical Fellow projects.
FRCR Exam Support
Exclusive access to exam support materials, exam hub booking management, and revision resources via RCR Learn.