Physician Associate Studies, MPAS (Hons)

The MPAS Physician Associate Studies programme equips students to become fully qualified physician associates, healthcare professionals trained in the medical model to support doctors in diagnosing and treating patients across NHS settings. Delivered by experts from the Schools of Chemistry, Food and Pharmacy, and Biological Sciences, the course emphasizes industry-specific training developed with NHS partners, instruction from experienced medical staff and researchers, and clinical placements in primary and secondary care environments throughout the degree.The programme structure begins with two years building a solid foundation in biological sciences and applying it through diverse placements. In the third year, students undertake extended placements in healthcare settings, while the final year features intensive rotations, typically 4-5 days per week, to ensure readiness for practice. Core modules, subject to approval, include Fundamentals of Cell Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Haematology and Immunology, Integrated Anatomy and Physiology, and Clinical Knowledge Core Systems. For further details, visit the programme page.

The following modules have been approved in principle for delivery in 2025/26. Please note that as part of our current curriculum improvement process, all modules require final University approval and may be subject to change. Core modules for this course: Fundamentals of Cell Biology Anatomy and Physiology Haematology and Immunology Integrated Anatomy and Physiology Clinical Knowledge Core Systems. The University cannot guarantee that all optional modules will be available to all students who may wish to take them. Further information about the content of final approved modules will be available in the summer of 2024. We suggest that you regularly revisit our course page during this time to ensure you have the most up-to-date information regarding the modules offered on this programme. Check our website for more details about the course structure.