Program Overview

Postgraduate Programmes

The university offers a range of postgraduate programmes, including the MSc in Physician Associate Studies.

MSc in Physician Associate Studies

We train Physician Associates to deliver confident, compassionate care, working as part of teams in hospitals, primary care and community settings. On successful completion of this programme, you will be eligible to sit the National Licensing Examination to gain entry into the profession.

Course Details

• Course length: 2 years full-time
• Start date: Paused for 2026 entry
• Location: Hull campus

About the Programme

Recruitment to the MSc in Physician Associate Studies is currently paused for the 2026/27 academic year. This pause will allow us time to fully consider the implications of the recommendations outlined in the Leng Review on our PA education provision.

Other Postgraduate Courses

The university also offers the following postgraduate courses:

• MSc in Clinical Anatomy
• MSc in Clinical Anatomy and Education
• MSc in Pharmacology and Drug Development
• MSc in Pharmacology and Education
• PGCert, PGDip and MSc in Health Professions Education
• PGCert, PGDip and MSc in Palliative Care Implementing Best Practice