The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh traces its origins to the year 1505 when the Barber Surgeons of Edinburgh was formally incorporated as a Craft Guild of Edinburgh and granted a royal character in 1506 by King James IV of Scotland. Since then, the college has been dedicated to maintaining and promoting the highest standards of surgical practice. This is done through its commitment to providing excellent education, training and rigorous examination. The college has connections to various external medical bodies that help provide a better and more profound learning experience to the students. Although the college has a long history and is aware of its antiquity, it has been able to adapt and innovate in the field. The website provides student and professionals, as well as the general public with information about the benefits, services and publications and all else that it has involvement in. Students wishing to attend will find all the necessary information for admissions and even make online applications.