Inter-foundation School Transfer Process

The IFST application window for the 2024-2025 training year will open on Thursday 07 March 2024. The application timeline and details of the application process can be found below.

Applicants/foundation doctors who are considering an IFST should first discuss this with their local Foundation Training Programme Director and/or foundation school team.

IFST applications must be submitted to the current/allocated foundation school by the national deadline. Please read the IFST Applicant Guidance and IFST Applicant Timeline carefully before applying. Foundation School contact details can be found on the Contact Us page.

IFST Guidance and Forms

IFST 2024 – Applicant Timeline
IFST 2024 – Applicant Guidance

Criterion 1 IFST Application Form
Criterion 2 IFST Application Form
Criterion 3 IFST Application Form
Criterion 4 IFST Application Form