The BSG Trainees Taster Course is a great opportunity for those at foundation or IMT level who are aspiring to become the gastroenterologists of the future.

Taking place from 22nd - 23rd November 2025 at the Medical Education Centre at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, this 2-day course will provide delegates with an insight into the huge diversity and exciting opportunities the speciality provides, in terms of training but also as a consultant in the future.

There will also be a social evening, which will include a dinner on the evening of 22nd November. The evening will provide you with an opportunity to network with your fellow trainees in a more relaxed setting. 

Learning objectives

• Gain an insight into the huge diversity and exciting opportunities the gastroenterology specialty provides, not just in terms of training, but also as a consultant in the future
• Network, debate, and interact with sub-speciality experts who attend this course from across the country to share from their wealth of expertise
• Get hands-on and receive a practical introduction to endoscopy 
• Hear application and interview advice from senior trainees
• Discover other opportunities such as less than full-time and academic training, taking time out of programme
• Learn how to manage GIM & gastro training, managing imposter syndrome, and how to balance your personal life & training

Registration and the full programme will be available soon. 

Trainees Taster Course Bursaries

The BSG Trainees Committee is delighted to invite trainee, IMT, foundation, and undergraduate members to apply for 1 of 10 bursaries to attend the Trainees Taster Course.

Applications open on Thursday 14th August 2025 and close at 5pm on Monday 22nd September 2025. 

The BSG is committed to providing a safe environment for everyone. All staff, members, event attendees and sponsors are required to follow this Code of Conduct.