Physician Associate MSc 24 months Postgraduate Programme By University of Birmingham |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

24 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

31,500 GBPTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Medicine Related StudiesMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Medicine Related Studies

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Whether you’re a health care practitioner or graduate with a science background, help shape the future of healthcare and build the skills needed to become a vital part of the multidisciplinary team. Our MSc in Physician Associate Studies integrates theory and practice to support your clinical learning. You’ll gain the skills needed to work in a wide range of specialties across primary and secondary care. Since 2008, we've been training Physician Associates with a team of experienced PAs, medical, and scientific experts. We're committed to equipping you with the skills needed to become a competent PA and actively contribute to the profession's national development. Simulation plays a crucial role in our course. You’ll work with simulated patients to develop your communication and examination skills, including specialised exams like gynaecological and breast examinations. Our clinical skills team supports high-fidelity simulations across various specialties, preparing you for real-world settings.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Medicine Related Studies

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Whether you’re a health care practitioner or graduate with a science background, help shape the future of healthcare and build the skills needed to become a vital part of the multidisciplinary team. Our MSc in Physician Associate Studies integrates theory and practice to support your clinical learning. You’ll gain the skills needed to work in a wide range of specialties across primary and secondary care. Since 2008, we've been training Physician Associates with a team of experienced PAs, medical, and scientific experts. We're committed to equipping you with the skills needed to become a competent PA and actively contribute to the profession's national development. Simulation plays a crucial role in our course. You’ll work with simulated patients to develop your communication and examination skills, including specialised exams like gynaecological and breast examinations. Our clinical skills team supports high-fidelity simulations across various specialties, preparing you for real-world settings.

Admission Requirements

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To be considered for the MSc Physician Associate Studies programme, applicants must meet the following academic conditions:
  1. Undergraduate Degree: You should have or expect to get a 2:1 Honours degree in biomedical or life sciences.
  2. Allied Health Professionals: Applicants who are allied health professionals must have completed an honours-level degree.
Biomedical/Life Sciences degrees that we consider include: Anatomy, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Biosciences, Medical Biochemistry, Medical Engineering, Microbiology, Neuroscience, Physiology, Pharmacy, Pharmacology, and Psychology
Health Sciences degrees / Allied Health Professionals that we consider include: Audiology, Dentistry, Dietetics and Nutrition, Health Sciences, Midwifery*, Nursing*, Operating Department Practice, Optometry, Paramedic Science, Podiatry, Physiotherapy, Radiography - diagnostic/ therapeutic, Sport and Exercise Science*
We’ll ask you to send your transcript to us to ensure there is sufficient life/biomedical science content.

2 Years
Sep-2026

Domestic
11,250 GBP
International
31,500 GBP

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