MSc Physician Associate Practice at Aston University

Programme overview

Our Physician Associate Practice MSc is designed for those who want to make a real impact in the evolving UK healthcare system. This programme prepares you to work as a Physician Associate across all areas of medicine, developing the clinical knowledge, practical skills, and professional confidence to support patients and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary medical teams.

What you will study

In the taught stage, you will study the following core modules: In the dissertation stage, you will study the following core modules:

Career pathways

There is a significant demand for Physician Associates within the healthcare workforce. The NHS is moving towards a multidisciplinary team of Physician Associate advanced nurse practitioners, and paramedics, to support clinical workload.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A UK lower second-class (2:2) honours degree or recognised international equivalent from a recognised university in a human life sciences or healthcare-related subject, or a related field. GCSE or equivalent in Mathematics and English at grade 4 or above. Successful applicants will need to Hold an acceptable enhanced DBS certificate. Take part in occupational health screening and undertake to adhere to changing requirements for healthcare students. We look forward to receiving your application, along with the required academic entry requirements (min 2:2 in Health/life sciences subjects). We will also be looking for a strong motivation to study in the personal statement. Following the shortlisting process of those who meet all of the entry criteria, we will select candidates for attendance at a two-stage interview day. There are limited places on the programme and successful candidates w

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,200 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee Source

International applicants: GBP 24,800 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Two years

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