University of East London

Overview

The Physician Associate program at the University of East London is designed to enhance your clinical knowledge and practical skills, enabling you to deliver safe, patient-centered care in various healthcare settings. This Master’s-level program integrates core medical sciences and clinical assessment with substantial supervised clinical placements, providing a comprehensive foundation for your future career.

What you'll study

The program typically includes a blend of academic modules and practical training, ensuring you develop the necessary competencies for effective patient management. Modules typically include:

• Bioscience and Pharmacology for Clinical Medicine and Surgery
• Public Health, Behavioural Medicine and Mental Health
• Communication and Clinical Reasoning in Clinical Assessment Practice
• Research Methods and Evidence-Based Medicine
• Clinical Placements (supervised practice in clinical settings)
• Research Dissertation – Service Improvement Project
• Advanced Clinical Practice

Learning approach: The program employs a blended approach, combining classroom instruction with clinical skills development and hands-on supervision in workplace settings.

Entry requirements

Candidates typically need to have an upper second class degree or its equivalent to be considered for admission into the program. Additionally, proficiency in English is required.

Career prospects

Upon successful completion of the Physician Associate program, graduates are eligible to undertake the Physician Associate Registration Assessment (PARA) and seek registration with the General Medical Council (GMC). This qualification opens doors to diverse career opportunities within the healthcare sector, allowing graduates to work collaboratively with healthcare teams to improve patient care and outcomes.