Physician Associate Studies, MSc, PG Dip

Bournemouth University (BU), the United Kingdom

Study options for this course

The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
MSc, PG Dip	Full-time	2 years	September	GBP 10500 per year	GBP 18250 per year

About Physician Associate Studies, MSc, PG Dip - at Bournemouth University (BU)

Why study MSc/PG Dip Physician Associate Studies at BU?

PAs are healthcare professionals who work to a medical model alongside doctors in hospitals or GP surgeries
This course will prepare you to take a medical history, examine patients, diagnose common problems, perform procedures, and recommend treatment
The Department of Health is committed to increasing the number of PAs in the NHS, particularly in general practice, so employment is highly likely after graduating
Newly built skills facilities include simulated hospital wards and community home settings, allowing you to learn and practise various procedures safely
With a blend of theory and practice, you’ll spend a minimum of 1,400 hours in a range of clinical placements such as hospitals, general practice and other community services
Assessments will be used to consolidate learning throughout the course and in preparation for the National Examinations for Physician Associates.

The course follows the National Physician Associate Curriculum. It is represented on the National Physician Associate Schools Council and is currently undergoing General Medical Council validation.

For more information about PAs, please see the Faculty of Physician Associate website.

Notes about fees for this course

Scholarships rewarding academic achievement available from £2,000. Find out more. For more fees and funding information please visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/pg-funding

Entry requirements

A Bachelors Honours degree with 2:1 or equivalent in a required subject.

Required subjects: Health or Science related subject, e.g.: Biology, Physiology, Neuroscience, Biological Science, Microbiology, Anatomical Science, Physiotherapy, Diagnostic Imaging, Radiotherapy, Paramedic Science, Audiology, Nursing, Operating Department Practice, Optometry, Biomedicine, Biomedical Sciences, Medical Science, Clinical Psychology, Pharmacy, Sports Science.

Please note, we cannot accept applicants who hold a medical degree. Applicants with any fitness to practice concerns recorded on the GMC register cannot be considered for this course as you will be unable to graduate, register and practice as a Physician Associate. At present, graduates of UK Physician Associate Studies programmes are not eligible to work as Physician Associates in other countries

If English is not your first language, you will need IELTS (Academic) 7.5 with a minimum of 7.0 in writing, speaking, listening and reading, or equivalent.

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