Institutional development · Teaching, learning and curriculum · Canada
McMaster to replace undergraduate physician assistant programme with 24-month MSc in 2027
McMaster University will launch a 24-month Master of Science Physician Assistant programme in September 2027, replacing its current undergraduate programme for physician assistant education.
Why it matters: Prospective physician assistant students at McMaster will enter a graduate rather than an undergraduate programme from September 2027.
McMaster University said it is introducing a master's programme to train physician assistants.
According to the university, the Master of Science Physician Assistant programme will run for 24 months and launch in September 2027.
The university said the new programme will replace its current undergraduate programme for physician assistant education.
McMaster said the move from an undergraduate to a graduate programme is a direct response to changes.
Editor’s view
Sarah Williamson, Teaching, Digital and AI Editor
Students seeking physician assistant training at McMaster will, from September 2027, enrol in a 24-month master's programme that replaces the existing undergraduate programme.
What to watch
- The 24-month Master of Science Physician Assistant programme is due to launch at McMaster in September 2027.
