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Overview
Course Description
The Master of Physician Associate (M.PA) is a postgraduate clinical program designed to train competent Physician Associates who work collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare professionals in delivering high quality patient care. The program integrates strong foundations in biomedical sciences, clinical medicine, diagnostics, therapeutics, and professional practice with extensive supervised clinical training.
Through a combination of classroom instruction, simulation based learning, and hospital based clinical rotations, students are prepared to assess patients, assist in diagnosis and management of medical conditions, support clinical decision making, and contribute effectively to multidisciplinary healthcare teams across a variety of clinical settings.
Focus
The program focuses on:
- Developing clinical competence in patient assessment, diagnosis, and management
- Building strong foundations in clinical medicine, pharmacology, and diagnostics
- Enhancing clinical reasoning, communication, and professionalism
- Training students in evidence based practice and ethical healthcare delivery
- Preparing graduates to function as skilled Physician Associates supporting physicians in hospitals and community healthcare settings
- Emphasis is placed on hands on learning, patient safety, and adapting to evolving healthcare needs.
Career Prospectus
Graduates of the M.PA program will be well prepared for diverse clinical and healthcare roles, including:
- Physician Associate in hospitals, medical colleges, and specialty clinics
- Employment in corporate hospitals, multispecialty centers, and academic medical institutions
- Opportunities in clinical research, healthcare administration, medical education support, and public health programs
- Scope for further specialization, doctoral studies.
Admission Process
- Eligibility: Candidates must complete BSc. Physician Associate degree from any recognized university, as per MAHE norms.
- Application: Interested candidates must apply online through the official MAHE admissions portal.
- Selection: Admission will be based on academic merit, entrance examination (MET), and personal interview as prescribed by the university.
Duration
2 years
Key Dates & Deadlines
15
Mar 15 26
Mar ' 26
Last date to Apply
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Tentative Course Commencement Date
Indian Students Apply
Manipal Academy of Higher Education not only caters to one’s academic needs, but also lays emphasis on all-round development of its students.
International Students Apply
Manipal Academy of Higher Education not only caters to one’s academic needs, but also lays emphasis on all-round development of its students.
Indian Students Apply
Manipal Academy of Higher Education not only caters to one’s academic needs, but also lays emphasis on all-round development of its students.
International Students Apply
Manipal Academy of Higher Education not only caters to one’s academic needs, but also lays emphasis on all-round development of its students.
Facilties
Healthcare
Access to hospital facilities gives student hands-on training in procedures
Innovative Center
State-of-the-art Innovation Centre to facilitate multi-disciplinary research
Labs
Laboratories give students the opportunity for practical experience
Sports & Fitness
Marena is the world-class facilities with courts for badminton, tennis, soccer & squash as well as a well-equipped gymnasium
Libraries
Libraries have publications on the latest developments in allied healthcare
Student Housing
Student hostels are their homes away from homes
Next Steps
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