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MSc Physician Associate Studies

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    MSc 2 years full-time

Course Description

This innovative, intensive course will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to become a highly competent physician associate.

Why study this course?

Physician Associates are an invaluable part of the wider multi-professional healthcare team, practicing under the supervision of a doctor to provide care for patients.

We’ve developed our MSc Physician Associate Studies course in line with professional standards set by the Faculty of Physician Associates at the Royal College of Physicians. The course will equip you with the broad range of clinical skills, knowledge and professional attitudes required to practice in the medical field.

Entry Requirements

You’ll have:

  • Grade C or above in GCSE English and Mathematics, or equivalent.
  • 2:1 Honours Degree in a suitable life-science/health-related subject such as (this list is not exhaustive),
    • Life sciences: Anatomy, Biology, Physiology, Human Biology, Neuroscience, Biological Science, Microbiology, Anatomical Science.
    • Health sciences: Allied Health Professions (Physiotherapy; Diagnostic Imaging; Radiotherapy; Paramedic Studies; Audiology), Dentistry, Nursing, Operating Department Practice, Optometry, Health Sciences*, Sport and Exercise Sciences.
    • Biomedical sciences: Biomedicine/Biomedical Science, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Science, Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering.

We will consider applications with a 2.2 on an individual basis.

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Fees

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Programme Funding

Don’t let money stand in the way of your ambition. On top of the student loans available to UK postgraduate students, we offer a range of generous scholarships and bursaries to help you invest in your potential – please visit website for details.

Student Destinations

UWE Bristol healthcare courses have a strong record of producing students who are successful in gaining relevant work. Because you’ll have undertaken placements in the South West, you’ll be in a strong position to seek work locally.

Module Details

Year one

You will study:

  • Foundations in Clinical Medicine 1 (30 credits)
  • Foundations of Physician Associate Practice 1 (30 credits)
  • Health and Social Care Research: Methods and Methodology (15 credits)
  • Interprofessional Communication and Professional Practice (15 credits)
  • Physician Associate Learning in Practice Project (30 credits).

Year two

You will study:

  • Foundations in Clinical Medicine 2 (30 credits)
  • Foundations of Physician Associate Practice 2 (30 credits)

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