Endocrinology
Royal Australasian College of Physicians
Competition
High
Qualification
FRACP (Endocrinology)
Training duration
3 years BPT + 3 years Advanced Training in Endocrinology (36 months FTE, minimum 24 months in Australia/New Zealand) = approximately 6 years total
Applications
BPT: state/hospital network selection, typically September–November for February start. Advanced Training: register with RACP by 28 February or 31 August (annual re-registration). Endocrinology AT positions applied for directly at accredited departments.
Selection format
BPT selection is hospital-based. Endocrinology AT positions are secured at the department level — primarily outpatient/clinic-based specialty. Diabetes, thyroid, and pituitary disease exposure during BPT is valued.
When to apply
FRACP Written and Clinical Examinations must be completed. Endocrinology exposure (outpatient clinics, diabetes management) during BPT is valued for AT applications.
Competition
Endocrinology is competitive, particularly at major academic centres. More positions available than cardiology or neurology. The specialty has a strong outpatient and consultative medicine component.
Selection criteria
Clinical experience
Rotations, logbooks, procedures, and exposure
- Endocrinology rotations during BPT — outpatient endocrinology clinics, diabetes management, inpatient consultations
Rural & regional
Rural, regional, and remote experience
Nothing captured yet — verify with RACP.
First Nations
Selection points and pathways for Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, and Māori applicants
Nothing captured yet — verify with RACP.
Academic
Exams, qualifications, courses, and teaching
- FRACP Divisional Written Examination — sat during Basic Training (sitting early is strongly recommended)
- FRACP Divisional Clinical Examination — both Divisional exams must be passed to complete Basic Training and become eligible for Advanced Training
Publications & research
Papers, impact factor, audits, and QI
- Research or audit in endocrinology or metabolism
Extracurricular
Leadership and roles beyond clinical work
Nothing captured yet — verify with RACP.
Distinction
Prizes, awards, and academic standing
Nothing captured yet — verify with RACP.
Eligibility & application
Prerequisites, referees, interviews, and fees
- 36 months FTE Advanced Training (minimum 24 months in AU/NZ)
Entry tips
Sourced from Australian medical community discussion. Always verify with RACP.
Recent updates
New curriculum for Advanced Training in Endocrinology implemented from 2026. Trainees starting AT from 2026 follow new curricula; those in training earlier continue under PREP.
Indicative only. Check the RACP website for current information.
Official resources
State workforce data
Queensland Health’s medi-nav is the only state health department currently publishing the workforce and selection figures this section shows. We have not verified equivalent data for Australian Capital Territory yet — the selection criteria and requirements above apply Australia-wide regardless of state. See the Queensland figures.
Community discussions
Recent discussion about Endocrinology training from Australian doctors.
Search r/ausdocs and r/doctorsofaustraliaRequirements, windows, and criteria change annually. Verify with Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) before making career decisions. Report an error on this page.