Physician Associate Studies (Undergraduate)

Course overview

The integrated Master’s in Physician Associate Studies provides an exciting opportunity for you to become a Physician Associate, a medical associate profession, combining university study with practical work-based placements.

Why study with us

- A unique programme, the first of its kind in the UK that leads to an integrated undergraduate master’s degree and ability to practice as a Physician Associate.

- In the first two years you'll study modules alongside MBBS students, plus have a PA specific module to promote your individual professional identity. You'll then join our MSc Physician Associate Practice students for your final two years.

- You’ll develop your clinical and communication skills using our state-of-the-art facilities, volunteer patients and simulated role players.

What you’ll do

- You'll learn from supportive, staff who are highly experienced in academia and the clinical environment. This includes several physician associates.

- 50% of the final two years of the programme is spent in clinical environments. These clinically based placements will help to illustrate how teams work within the NHS.

- Develop a career as a medical associate professional and provide holistic care to patients.

Future careers

Employability in the NHS for qualified physician associates is very strong. Historically, demand has exceeded supply.

As a PA you will have the opportunity to work in many medical specialties. You'll also have opportunities in research and academia.

As a medical associate professional, jobs are typically based in acute medicine, surgery and GP practices. You might also work in more specialised areas such as paediatrics and elderly health.

Many qualified PAs undertake further studies such as a DProf (professional doctorate). You could also go on to teach in universities and conduct research.