 In other countries, assuming all requirements are met, the MPhil degree is generally awarded after about one year of full-time study towards a doctorate.The MPhil is considered equivalent to the former French DEA (Diplôme d'études approfondies) and Spanish DEA (Diploma de Estudios Avanzados).The Master of Physician Assistant Studies is a professional degree providing training in the profession of a physician assistant to practice medicine based on the medical school model.