Manchester,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc Physician Associate Studies in Bolton United Kingdom | University of Greater Manchester
University of Greater Manchester
|
Bolton United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
19,080
(c. USD25,531.9)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Physician associates are playing a growing role in healthcare teams, assisting physicians and medical staff in diagnosing and treating various common and complex conditions. This dynamic master's program equips you with the clinical expertise needed to deliver excellent patient care under a doctor's direct supervision.
As one of the newest healthcare professions, the physician associate (PA) role offers graduates an innovative pathway into clinical practice. PAs collaborate closely with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients across all age groups. Your responsibilities will include taking medical histories, conducting physical exams, ordering and analyzing diagnostic tests, contributing to clinical decision-making, and creating evidence-based treatment plans.
Through partnerships with local NHS Trusts, our expert faculty will mentor you through clinical training and skill development. We'll help you master the theoretical foundations of the PA profession while applying this knowledge during hands-on clinical rotations.
The program begins with intensive study of the academic principles essential to the PA role. You'll also develop fundamental clinical competencies in our advanced Simulation Suites, building confidence and practical skills before transitioning to real-world primary and secondary care settings through structured placements.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
You should have at least a Lower Second Class Honours degree (2.2) in a life or health science subject. Alternatively, you should have at least an Upper Second Class Honours degree (2.1) in a science, engineering or social science subject, along with higher education credits (for instance, Open University modules) in human biology, and either infectious disease and public health or molecular and cell biology, with an overall mark of at least 60%. Health care professionals (for instance, operating department practitioners, paramedics and adult nurses) with a Diploma of Higher Education with at least 50% overall and a minimum of two years experience in a professional role are invited to apply. You must also have GCSEs in English and Mathematics at grade C or above or grade 4 to 9 (or equivalent). If English isn’t your first language, you’ll also need IELTS 7.0 with normally no less than 6.5 in any band (or equivalent). We also accept a range of other English language qualifications, Internet based TOEFL with an overall score of 100 for postgraduate including 22 in Listening, 24 in Writing, 23 in Reading and 22 in Speaking.
Tuition
GBP
19,080