Qualification requirements

Applicants should normally have GCSE (or equivalent) grade A-C/4 in Maths and English, a minimum of 250 hours of healthcare experience (Functional Skills Level 2 English, Mathematics are acceptable). (The University of Worcester English, Maths equivalency tests are acceptable https://www.worcester.ac.uk/study/find-a-course/how-to-apply/equivalency-exams.aspx) and Either A minimum of a lower second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in a relevant subject, such as medical, biological or life sciences or other health related subject from a UK university or an overseas equivalent. Or A minimum of a lower second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in a physical science or engineering subject or social work and appropriate modules in biology passed at a minimum of 55% at QAA levels 5 or 6. E.g. the following two Open University Modules: SK277 - Human Biology; SK320 - Infectious disease and public health; S294 - Cell Biology (with 50% in each module). Alternative professional qualifications (e.g. DipHE in Nursing, Paramedic Science, ODP) with appropriate professional registration and a minimum of two years post-registration experience may be considered. Applicants may be required to submit supplementary details, such as course transcripts and asked to complete a short essay. Other essential criteria Demonstrated relevant work experience in healthcare or an allied health profession. The relevance of work experience will be assessed during the admissions process. Applicants will be required to submit a personal statement as part of the application. Two satisfactory references must support the application, both dated within the last year. One must be a recent academic reference and the other should be either a second academic reference or a relevant professional/employer reference. These can be sent after making the initial application. Satisfactory health clearance and an agreement to undergo appropriate blood tests and immunisations against hepatitis B, MMR meningitis, TB and chicken pox. You will be required to have an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (formally a Criminal Records Bureau check). If you are or have been a member of a registered professional body please provide details with your application submission. Applicants whose first language is not English are expected to demonstrate their proficiency in English and would normally be expected to have an IELTS score of 7.5 with a 9 minimum of 7.0 in each element, or equivalent (This is inline with GMC guidance on English language standards). You can check your qualification with our International team via [email protected]. TOP UP ROUTE: If you are already qualified and you are hoping to top up from PGDip to the MSc please see our information on the top up route:https://www.worcester.ac.uk/documents/Physician-Associate-MSc-top-up-course.pdf

Additional entry requirements

English language requirements