MPAS (Hons) Physician Associate Studies

... United Kingdom
... University of Central Lancashire

Course Overview

This four-year degree takes you through a rigorous training programme to exit with a professional qualification and a masters degree. The role of a Physician Associate includes interviewing and examining patients, ordering tests and making decisions about patient management. PAs are trained to be generalist medical practitioners with opportunities to work in numerous specialities. Our programme teaches the fundamentals of medical sciences in interactive groups, practical sessions and lectures. These are supported by case-based learning and clinical placements, enabling you to consolidate and contextualise your knowledge. In Phase I (Years 1 and 2) you study alongside MBBS students, with slight variation in the second year, whilst in Phase II (Years 3 and 4) you study alongside our postgraduate entry MSc Physician Associate Practice students.

General Eligibility

UCAS: ABB at A2 including Chemistry a further science and an academic subject Pass Access: Higher Education at 128 points including 15 Level 3 Chemistry at D and 15 Level 3 in second science at D GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English Applicants are required to attend a selection day when they will be interviewed for the course

Part Time Work Details

Language Requirement

  • IELTS: 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5

Programme Information
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Course Category

Sports


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Campus Name

Preston Campus


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

4


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Available Intake

September


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IELTS Score

5.5


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Tuition Fees Range

£9250, £28000,


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