Diploma in the History of Medicine
Established 1970
The examination is designed in part as a qualification for those who may be called upon to teach the history of medicine, either in separate formal courses or as part of the undergraduate course of medical studies or of studies in history or the social sciences. It is the Society's intention that the Diploma shall be regarded as a proof of a good general knowledge of up-to-date sources and methods of inquiry, of an adequate factual knowledge of one special period or topic within the field, and an ability to lecture in an interesting manner.
Most candidates participate in the Society's Faculty's Diploma Course in the History of Medicine but this is not mandatory. A similar course is run in Canada by the Koffler Museum of Medicine Program.
Examination documentation
Guide to the Diploma in the History of Medicine (DHMSA)
(incorporating the Regulations and Syllabus - updated June 2010)
Administrative Guidance for candidates
Guide to the Diploma in the History of Medicine (DHMSA)
(incorporating the Regulations and Syllabus - updated June 2010)
Administrative Guidance for candidates
(including the examination timetable and fees)
(including the examination timetable and fees)
Application forms
Examination Review and Appeal Procedure
The Society's Review and Appeal Procedure gives information about feedback, review and appeal. Candidates who seek a review or appeal should note that there is a fee payable, the amount of which is given the the relevant Guide to the Diploma, including the Regulations and Syllabus.
Examination Review and Appeal Procedure
Useful links
Diploma Course in the History of Medicine
RSM History of Medicine Forum
Hunterian Society
| First time entry to the exam: | Form A (July 2011) Available in Due Course |
| First time entry to the exam (Special Study Module Candidates):
| Form A (SSM July 2011) Available in Due Course |
| Re-entry to the exam:
| Form R (July 2011) Available in Due Course
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| Request for special examination arrangments:
| Form Q |
Examination Review and Appeal Procedure
The Society's Review and Appeal Procedure gives information about feedback, review and appeal. Candidates who seek a review or appeal should note that there is a fee payable, the amount of which is given the the relevant Guide to the Diploma, including the Regulations and Syllabus.
Examination Review and Appeal Procedure
Useful links
Diploma Course in the History of Medicine
RSM History of Medicine Forum
Hunterian Society
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