Program Overview
The Physician Assistant at State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Physician Assistant programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 11,105 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 11,105 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Physician Assistant programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Research Methods
- Interviewing and Physical Diagnosis
- Neuroanatomy for PA Students
- Pathophysiology
- Introduction to Pharmacology
- Principles of Human Physiology and Biochemistry
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Prior academic performance
- Completion of prerequisite courses and the grades received in thosecourses
- Letters of recommendation, communication skills, and motivation topursue the profession
- Volunteer or observational experience in the career field
- A baccalaureate degree in any discipline\xc2\xa0
- A minimum of 500 hours of health-related experience\xc2\xa0
- A minimum of 250 hours of non-clinical volunteer work\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 11,105 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 11,105 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 11,105 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 11,105 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn
State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn
New York, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-06-18
- Start Date 2018-08-14
- Language English
- Duration 24 months