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  MSc Physician Associate Practice


University of Central Lancashire    School of Medicine

Full time September MSc 2 years full-time Award winner
Medicine (26) Nursing & Health (27)

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Are you passionate about supporting the healthcare team and working alongside doctors? Our MSc Physician Associate Practice programme could be your ticket to a rewarding career in the NHS. As a Physician Associate, you'll provide patient care under the supervision of a Consultant or General Practitioner, focusing on diagnosis and management. With state-of-the-art facilities and clinical skills laboratories, you'll develop the necessary skills in hospital and GP surgery environments. Over 50% of the course is spent on clinical placements, giving you hands-on experience in various healthcare settings. Entry requirements include a 2:2 degree or equivalent in a related subject and an interview demonstrating NHS values and behaviours.

About the course

Are you interested in supporting the healthcare team and working alongside doctors? Want to help with the diagnosis and management of patients? Our MSc Physician Associate Practice course opens doors to a rewarding career.

On this rewarding course you’ll train to become a physician associate. This is a growing, in-demand role within the NHS with an attractive starting salary. A physician associate is a medical professional. They provide patient care under the supervision of a consultant or general practitioner. As a physician associate you'll focus on analysing results, diagnosis and management. Your daily activities would include:

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Entry Requirements

Applicants should hold at least 2:1 degree or equivalent in related subject such as life sciences or allied health professions.

A postgraduate qualification at merit or distinction may be considered for admission in cases where the applicant’s first degree is lower than 2nd class award.

Interview required demonstrating the NHS’s required values and behaviours.

DBS and health check required.

Non-standard applicants may be considered.


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