MSc Physician Associate at Anglia Ruskin University

Programme overview

Train to become a Physician Associate, qualified to diagnose, treat and care for patients in primary and secondary care. Physician associates help to provide continuity of care in medical specialities and general practice. If you have a first degree in life or health sciences, this course could be the next step on your career path.

What you will study

Develop your clinical skills and learn to care for children and adults in a range of healthcare settings. Your course includes modules that have been mapped and developed to General Medical Council (GMC) standards for curriculum. Year 1: Medical Practice & Patient Care I, Medical Practice & Patient Care II, Medical Practice & Patient Care III, Policy, Practice & Governance, Clinical Skills for Practice. Year 2: Quality Improvement in the NHS, Medical Practice in Primary & Secondary Care.

Career pathways

Prepare to work in NHS primary and acute healthcare services. When you graduate, you’ll be eligible for nomination to the Physician Associate national certification exam.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first degree in life sciences (such as human biology, biochemistry, medical science or allied health degree) with at least a 2:2 classification or an equivalent qualification. Health experience in a clinical setting is preferred. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will also be required. A satisfactory Occupational Health clearance will also be required. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 7.0 with no element lower than 7.0 ( Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University, taken within two academic years prior to the time of appllication. To receive an offer of a place on this course you must be successful at interview.

Domestic applicants: GBP 13,850 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee: UK students starting 2027/28 (full-time, per year) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 2 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.aru.ac.uk/study/apply-online

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