Available for Clearing 2024
**Course overview**
The integrated Master’s in Physician Associate Studies provides an exciting opportunity for you to become a Physician Associate, a medical associate profession, combining university study with practical work-based placements.
**Why study with us**
- A unique programme, the first of its kind in the UK that leads to an integrated undergraduate master’s degree and ability to practice as a Physician Associate.
- In the first two years youll study modules alongside MBBS students, plus have a PA specific module to promote y...
**Course overview**<br/><br/>The integrated Master’s in Physician Associate Studies provides an exciting opportunity for you to become a Physician Associate, a medical associate profession, combining university study with practical work-based placements.<br/><br/>**Why study with us**<br/><br/><br/>- A unique programme, the first of its kind in the UK that leads to an integrated undergraduate master’s degree and ability to practice as a Physician Associate.<br/><br/><br/>- In the first two years youll study modules alongside MBBS students, plus have a PA specific module to promote your individual professional identity. Youll then join our MSc Physician Associate Practice students for your final two years.<br/><br/><br/>- You’ll develop your clinical and communication skills using our state-of-the-art facilities, volunteer patients and simulated role players.<br/><br/><br/>**What you’ll do**<br/><br/><br/>- Youll learn from supportive, staff who are highly experienced in academia and the clinical environment. This includes several physician associates.<br/><br/><br/>- 50% of the final two years of the programme is spent in clinical environments. These clinically based placements will help to illustrate how teams work within the NHS.<br/><br/><br/>- Develop a career as a medical associate professional and provide holistic care to patients. <br/><br/><br/>**Future careers**<br/><br/>Employability in the NHS for qualified physician associates is very strong. Historically, demand has exceeded supply. <br/><br/>As a PA you will have the opportunity to work in many medical specialties. Youll also have opportunities in research and academia.<br/><br/>As a medical associate professional, jobs are typically based in acute medicine, surgery and GP practices. You might also work in more specialised areas such as paediatrics and elderly health.<br/><br/>Many qualified PAs undertake further studies such as a DProf (professional doctorate). You could also go on to teach in universities and conduct research.
It's more important than ever to consider the cost of your education. At UCLan, you'll be well-equipped for the road ahead, whatever you study.
All first year full-time Clearing students are guaranteed a room in halls at their Preston Campus. Included in UCLan's halls of residence are bills, WiFi, on-site laundry, kitchen appliances, bedding, 24/7 security and social spaces.
You will learn from leaders in their field at UCLan, their academic staff will use their expertise and real-world experience to create courses, that range from Accounting to Youth Work, that ...
It's more important than ever to consider the cost of your education. At UCLan, you'll be well-equipped for the road ahead, whatever you study. <br/><br/>All first year full-time Clearing students are guaranteed a room in halls at their Preston Campus. Included in UCLan's halls of residence are bills, WiFi, on-site laundry, kitchen appliances, bedding, 24/7 security and social spaces. <br/><br/>You will learn from leaders in their field at UCLan, their academic staff will use their expertise and real-world experience to create courses, that range from Accounting to Youth Work, that will allow you to secure your dream job. UCLan focuses on employability, they have close links with leading employers across the Northwest and build work experience into a wide range of courses to ensure you thrive in your chosen field.<br/><br/>If you're interested in applying to UCLan, come see it for yourself, call now to find out more information or click to visit their website where you can book a place on a campus tour!
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
16/09/2024
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
BB96
Institution Code
C30
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Access to HE Diploma136 UCAS points from Access to Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy to include 15 level 3 credits in Chemistry at Distinction, and 15 level 3 credits in a second Science subject at Distinction. GCSE/National 4/National 55 GCSES including Maths and English Language Grade B A level |
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