Skip navigation
Physician Associate Studies at Bristol, UWE - UCAS

Bristol, UWE

Degree level: Postgraduate
Awarded by: University of the West of England, Bristol

Physician Associate Studies (Taught)

Course summary

The course is intensive and clinically focused, and involves many aspects of an undergraduate or postgraduate medical degree, focusing on general adult medicine, rather than specialty care. Students will learn to perform a number of roles, including taking medical histories, performing examinations, diagnosing illnesses, analysing test results and developing management plans. Students will study as part of a wider healthcare community and have access to simulation facilities, where they can practise their skills in a realistic yet controlled medical environment. The course also includes extensive placement opportunities, with the chance to gain experience across a range of acute and primary care settings. A UK Physician Associate qualification does not currently entitle graduates to work as Physician Associates outside of the UK. Please note, the Physician Associate qualification may not currently be recognised in some countries.

Modules

Clinical Sciences; Applied Pharmacology; Foundations in Clinical Medicine; Foundations in Clinical Medicine 2; Public Health and Health Promotion for Physician Associates; Evidencing Contemporary Physician Associate Practice; Health and Social Care Research: Methods and Methodolgy; Dissertation.

Assessment method

We will make use of a range of types of assessment on the course, including structured clinical exams, essays based on problem-based learning, presentations and a clinical portfolio of evidence.


Entry requirements

Grade C or above in GCSE English and Mathematics, or equivalent. 2:1 Honours Degree in a suitable life-science/health-related subject such as (this list is not exhaustive): Life sciences: Anatomy, Biology, Physiology, Human Biology, Neuroscience, Biological Science, Microbiology, Anatomical Science. Health sciences: Allied Health Professions (Physiotherapy; Diagnostic Imaging; Radiotherapy; Paramedic Studies; Audiology), Dentistry, Nursing, Operating Department Practice, Optometry, Health Sciences*, Sport and Exercise Sciences. Biomedical sciences: Biomedicine/Biomedical Science, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Science, Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering. We will consider applications with a 2.2 on an individual basis. Work Experience Work experience in a patient-facing healthcare setting is encouraged but not compulsory. References You must support your application with two satisfactory references, 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. Your referees should be able to comment on your suitability to undertake the course. You can send these to us after making the initial application. This course is not open to applicants previously enrolled on a Physician Associate course or individuals wishing to transfer from other Physician Associate courses. We don't accept deferred applications, and any places we offer will need to be taken within that year. Due to high demand we encourage you to submit your application by Wednesday 15 March 2023. You can submit your application after this point but please be aware we cannot guarantee to consider late applications. We'll notify you of your application outcome by 4th April, and if successful, we'll invite you to interview during April/May. It is recommended that applicants have: -a good undergraduate degree with professional music skills - a high level of practical performance in any musical tradition, including digital technologies and a particular interest in live improvisation - sufficient skills to be able to provide harmonic support - experience of working in relevant areas such as Health or Education (including voluntary work) - personal skills suited to working as a therapist - wide reading on the subject of music therapy - the ability and strong commitment to follow a personally demanding part-time course. Selection: If successful at this stage, you'll be invited to a face-to-face interview and audition at Glenside Campus. If you live overseas or have exceptional circumstances, we can arrange this to be done remotely. We'll provide you with guidance on how to prepare for the interview and audition. Before you start your course, you will be required to complete: An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a Health Check. Read more about professional checks: https://www.uwe.ac.uk/courses/applying/professional-checks-for-health-and-education#section-4 Interview Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend a 30 minute interview. This will be conducted virtually on Microsoft Teams. Please note that interviews will be running as of January 2025.


English language requirements

Minimum IELTS score of 7.0 overall with a minimum of 7.0 in any section (or equivalent). Please note the University's published list of alternative English Language qualifications: https://www.uwe.ac.uk/courses/applying/international-applications/english-language-requirements, does not apply. A UK Physician Associate qualification does not currently entitle graduates to work as Physician Associates outside of the UK. Please note, the Physician Associate qualification may not currently be recognised in some countries


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

Fee information is to be confirmed. All fees are subject to final approval. Please visit our website for further information.
Physician Associate Studies at Bristol, UWE - UCAS