Physician Associate MSc - Frequently Asked Questions

Due to the lack of professional regulation, Physician Associate courses are currently not accredited by an external body. However, our Physician Associate MSc follows the most recent standards set by the Faculty of Physician Associates. 

In July 2019, the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC) announced it had requested that the General Medical Council (GMC), the organisation that regulates doctors, also regulate Physician Associates. For the latest information about the regulation, please visit the Faculty of Physician Associates website. 

On successful completion of your Physician Associate MSc you’ll be eligible to sit the Physician Associate National Examination and join the Managed Voluntary Register. Once you've passed the national exam, you'll be able to work in a variety of healthcare settings within the UK. Please note, Physician Associates trained in the UK may not be eligible to work as a Physician Associate in other countries, such as the US or Canada.  

Yes, we can arrange alternative interview methods, such as Skype calls, for applicants not able to travel to the university.

Yes, we accept international qualifications as long as they are equivalent or above our UK entry requirements. To view the course entry requirements please visit the course webpage.