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MPAS is committed to educating outstanding Physician Assistants as generalist medical providers and leaders committed to our communities' service, wellness, and healing.
Expected duration: 25 months
Tuition and fees: Two years tuition, then continuing fees in subsequent years (refer to Graduate tuition and fees).
In addition to the minimum course requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies found in the Graduate Studies Regulations Section, students must:
- Maintain a minimum degree grade point average of 3.0 with no grade below C+
- Meet the minimum and not exceed the maximum course requirements
- Meet the minimum and not exceed the maximum time requirements
Sample course offerings
- PAEP 7260: Community Health for Physician Assistants
- PAEP 7110: Emergency and Critical Care for Physician Assistants
- PAEP 7202: Family Medicine for Physician Assistants
- PAEP 7046: Genetics for Physician Assistants
- PAEP 7010: Human Anatomy for Physician Assistants
- PAEP 7050: Obstetrics and Gynecology for Physician Assistants
- PAEP 7052: Patient Assessment for Physician Assistants I
- PAEP 7048: Pediatrics for Physician Assistants
- PAEP 7090: Principles of Psychiatry for Physician Assistants
- PAEP 7100: Principles of Surgery for Physician Assistants
For full course descriptions, please visit the Academic Calendar.
Admission requirements
The following are minimum requirements to be considered for entry into the Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) program. Meeting these requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program.
To be considered for admission, you must meet the following minimum requirements:
Educational Background:
- Degree: A four-year Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a health sciences field, from a college or university recognized by the University of Manitoba.
- Students in their fourth and final year of study may apply.
Grade Point Average (GPA):
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 in the last two full years (60 credit hours) of study.
- A competitive GPA is typically 3.5.
Course Requirements:
- Undergraduate courses in Human Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry (minimum of 3 credit hours each) are required if not included in the Bachelor’s degree.
- Microbiology and Psychology are considered asset courses.
Situational Judgment Test:
- Complete or register for the TakeAltus (Casper) Situational Judgment Test before the January 15 application deadline. For more details, visit the TakeAltus website..
English Language Proficiency:
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 7.0 across all bands is required for both program acceptance and registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba.
Application Process:
- No requirement for advisors or supervisors to apply.
In addition to the admission requirements described here, all applicants must meet the minimum admission and English language proficiency requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies.
How to apply
Application Process for Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS)
Application Deadlines: Accepts applications for Fall entry only.
Application Components:
- Application fee (non-refundable)
- Curriculum Vitae/Resumé.
- Statement of Intent.
- Self-Declaration Statement.
- TakeAltus (CASPer) Test: Must be completed by the application deadline.
- Unofficial Copies of Transcripts and Degree Certificates.
- Letters of Recommendation: Two letters required (must be requested from within the application).
Please read the Faculty of Graduate Studies online application instructions before beginning your application.
Note: MPAS only accepts Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents of Canada.
Statement of intent - instructions to applicants
Criteria:
- 1,000 words in length
- Spell-checked and grammatically correct
- Addresses the required questions or themes with the application
The application statement should show how you demonstrate the University of Manitoba's values and those of the physician assistant profession.
MPAS values:
- Our actions must show respect and civility and should model professionalism to all and at all times.
- We identify the value of teamwork as essential to our identity and profession.
- We feel the team's effort must demonstrate a commitment to integrity, compassion and excellence in our approach to patients, studies and duties.
Questions or themes to be addressed:
- How did your family, upbringing and community make you who you are?
- Explain how you contribute to society and serve those around you.
- What is it about the profession of physician assistant that attracts you and what do you bring to the profession?
- Why do you desire to be a physician assistant in place of another profession? In addition, why do you want to pursue this program at the University of Manitoba?
Note: Your statement should reflect your own beliefs and attitudes. While we encourage having your statement proofread by someone you trust, we caution against allowing others to influence the statement itself.
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Admission and application inquiries
Faculty of Graduate Studies
Room 500 UMSU University Centre
65 Chancellors Circle
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada
graduate.admissions@umanitoba.ca
Phone: 204-474-9377
Monday to Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Program inquiries
260 Brodie - 727 Bannatyne Avenue
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB R3E 3P5 Canada
Phone: 204-272-3094
mpas@umanitoba.ca