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Masters Degrees in Physician Assistant Studies
We have 64 Masters Degrees in Physician Assistant Studies
Masters degrees in Physician Assistant Studies train postgraduates to work under the direct supervision of a doctor, performing examinations, diagnosing illnesses and analysing test results.
Related subjects include Physician Associate Studies and Clinical Education. Entry requirements typically include an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject such as Nursing or Medicine.
Why study a Masters in Physician Assistant Studies?
Physician assistants undertake a range of activities across several healthcare settings. Courses in this field will help you develop, implement and manage care plans and pathways for various patients across different practices.
Courses usually involve a work placement, where you will be trained in the processes for diagnostics and therapeutics, as well as best practice for patient liaison, including evidence-based medicine.
Depending on your interests, you may wish to specialise in a certain kind of medical care, such as obstetrics and gynaecology, mental health or sexual health. Alternatively, you might want to specialise in general surgery for specific patient demographics, such as paediatrics or geriatrics.
Physician assistants are typically placed within community medical contexts, such as hospitals and health centres. You may also help with home visits, or be placed in organisations such as nursing homes.
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Master in Health Care Management
Harvard University
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Today, leading a health care organization takes more than the ability to treat patients. Physicians in managerial roles need to balance financial responsibilities, competitive pressure and human resource needs in order to streamline the health delivery system. Read more
Physician Assistant Studies - MS
New York Institute of Technology
Health
NYIT’s career-focused, ARC-PA accredited program provides you with a strong foundation in science, medicine, research, and transcultural patient care as you build your professional network and prepare for the Physician Assistant National Certification Examination. Read more
Physician Associate Studies - PGDip
University of Birmingham
College of Medical and Dental Sciences
The University of Birmingham has been training Physician Associates (formerly Physician Assistants) since January 2008. As one of the longest-running programmes in the country, we are delighted to offer this opportunity to graduates to make a valuable contribution to the nation’s health. Read more
Physician Associate Studies - MSc
University of Birmingham
College of Medical and Dental Sciences
This is a top-up programme designed for students who have already graduated with a Postgraduate Diploma in Physician Assistant/Associate Studies from a UK or Irish university. Read more
Physician Associate Studies MPAS
St George’s, University of London
Graduate School
St George’s shares its campus with one of the largest teaching hospitals, making it the ideal place to study the Master’s in Physician Associate Studies (MPAS). Read more
Physician Associate Studies MSc
Aberdeen University
Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition
Physicians Associates support doctors to diagnose and manage patients mostly in hospital settings but you may also work in busy GP practises. Read more
Physician Associate MSc
University of Worcester
School of Allied Health and Community
This Physician Associate Master's degree is open to those passionate about meeting the challenges of our modern healthcare sector. Read more
Anaesthesia Associate - PGDip
University of Birmingham
College of Medical and Dental Sciences
This programme is intended for existing health care practitioners or graduates with a science background who wish to work as part of the anaesthetic team. Read more
MSc Physician Associate Studies
University of East Anglia
Norwich Medical School
Train for a Master’s in Physician Associate Studies and you’ll be set for a career as a versatile, dynamic healthcare professional. Read more
MSc - Physician Associate Studies
University of Plymouth
Faculty of Health: Medicine, Dentistry and Human Sciences
With full fee sponsorship for Year 2 and two years Band 7 NHS employment upon completion of the Physician Associate National exam on offer, this full-time 2 year course is ideal for life sciences graduates wanting the opportunity to train for a new healthcare role, or for healthcare practitioners who would like to develop and expand their skills and scope of practice. Read more
Physician Associate Studies - MSc
University of the West of England, Bristol
School of Health and Social Wellbeing
Physician Associates are an invaluable part of the wider multi-professional healthcare team, practicing under the supervision of a doctor to provide care for patients. Read more
PGDip - Physician Associate Studies
University of Surrey
Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences
Study a hands-on, clinical curriculum, where you’ll learn to support doctors (based in GP surgeries and hospitals) with taking medical histories… Read more
Physician Associate Studies MSc
Newcastle University
Medical Sciences Graduate School
Our course will prepare you for the National Physician Associate entrance exam. Successful completion of the exam allows you to work as a physician associate within the NHS. Read more
MSc Physician Associate Studies
University of York
Hull York Medical School
Physician Associates provide crucial support to doctors, and work as part of multi-disciplinary teams in the diagnosis and management of patients. Read more
Physician Associate Studies MSc
Swansea University
Swansea University Medical School
Are you interested in a career as a Physician Associate, working alongside doctors in hospitals and GP surgeries, diagnosing and managing patient treatment? Our integrated two year MSc Physician Associate Studies degree is the only course in South Wales and will help you develop the knowledge and clinical skills to pass the National Examination Certificate and start your new healthcare role. Read more
