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MSc Physician Associate

University of Reading 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
MSc Master English

Course Overview

Course Overview Our MSc Physician Associate programme equips life science graduates and experienced healthcare professionals with the essential theoretical knowledge and extensive practical training required for a rewarding career. The course offers significantly more clinical hours than the national requirement, featuring over 1,700 hours of placements within the NHS to ensure you are exceptionally prepared. Graduates are primed to pass the national certification exam and join the professional register, entering a high-demand field. Key Program Highlights Extensive clinical placement programme with over 1,700 hours in NHS Primary and Secondary Care settings Curriculum designed and delivered in close partnership with practicing clinicians and medical practitioners Exceptional student support from a teaching staff that includes a practicing Physician Associate Direct pathway to taking the Physician Associate National Certification Examination and professional registration Strong graduate employment network with our NHS placement partners

Available Intakes

September 2026
CampusWhiteknights Campus
CityReading
ModeFullTime
Duration24 Months
FeeGBP 30,950