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Residency & Fellowship

Residency & Fellowship Programs

The Department of Pathology at King Saud University offers structured postgraduate medical training across the major disciplines of pathology and laboratory medicine through residency board and fellowship programs.

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Board Programs

Explore KSU residency board programs across the major disciplines of pathology and laboratory medicine.

Clinical pathology laboratory

Clinical Pathology Board

4 years

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Medical biochemistry laboratory

Medical Biochemistry Board

4 years

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Medical microbiology culture plates

Medical Microbiology Board

5 years

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Anatomical pathology histology slides

Anatomical Pathology Board

5 years

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Hematopathology laboratory

Hematopathology & Blood Transfusion Board

5 years

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Fellowship Program

Advanced subspecialty training in transfusion medicine and cell therapy.

Transfusion medicine laboratory

Transfusion Medicine and Cell Therapy Fellowship

2 years

How to Apply

Applications Closed · Next cycle: Spring 2027

One application process for all Department of Pathology board and fellowship programs. Program-specific requirements, such as minimum GPA, are stated in each program manual.

1

Check eligibility

MBBS or equivalent, a completed internship (or currently in the internship year), a valid SMLE result, and the admission regulations of the Postgraduate Medical Education Center (PGMEC).

2

Choose your program

Review the program page and its manual, and note any program-specific requirements.

3

Prepare one PDF

Combine all required documents into a single PDF file, in the order listed below.

4

Submit and interview

When applications open, submit the online form with your PDF before the deadline. Shortlisted candidates are invited to an interview.

Required Documents

One PDF file, in this order:

  1. National ID, or passport / Iqama for non-Saudi applicants
  2. Curriculum vitae (CV)
  3. MBBS certificate or equivalent
  4. Academic transcript
  5. Internship certificate or proof of internship status
  6. Valid SMLE result
  7. Three letters of recommendation on official letterhead
  8. Publications and postgraduate certificates (if any)
  9. Experience certificates (if any)
  10. Sponsorship or no-objection letter (if applicable)
  11. Non-Saudi applicants: Sponsorship is mandatory.

Before You Submit

  • Make sure every document is clear and legible.
  • Keep the documents in the order listed.
  • Incomplete applications are not considered.
  • Application dates are announced on this page.
College of Medicine, King Saud University

Postgraduate Office

Department of Pathology, 3rd Floor, West Building, College of Medicine   
King Saud University, Riyadh  ·  Open in Google Maps →

Applications closed. Email the Postgraduate Office
Last updated on : November 12, 2026 1:04pm