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 Saturday 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

Read the Programme

Registration fees

Member: £150.00
Non-member: £200.00

A deposit of £50.00 is applicable if you choose to attend the dinner on Saturday evening. This will be refunded within 10 working days of attendance following the event. 

The BSG Trainee Taster Course is now sold out. If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please email [email protected].

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.