Course Overview

Sorry, this course is closed for applications to study in 2023.

Learn to treat and stabilize patients at the scene of an accident or emergency – in those crucial minutes when your knowledge and ability can be the difference between life and death.

You'll learn front-line care through a combination of classroom theory, online learning, and clinical placements.

This course is part of a national drive to produce better-qualified paramedics by making the profession degree-only. On graduation, you'll be eligible for registration as a paramedic with the Health and Care Professions Council.

General Eligibility

120 Tariff Points from three A levels 

• GCSE English, Maths, and science (Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, or Physics) at grade 4 or C or above, or an agreed alternative (e.g. Certificate of Adult Numeracy at Level 2), are mandatory. 

• It is the student's responsibility to ensure they can reach their placement on the relevant date/time.

• Applicants must have an understanding of the role of the paramedic.

• Must have reached the age of 18 by the start of the program.

Alternative qualifications 

• 128 Tariff Points from BTEC National Extended Diploma

• 120 Tariff Points from BTEC National Diploma - plus an A Level 

• Pass Access to HE Diploma overall with a minimum of 118 UCAS tariff points in Health and Social Care or a Health-related subject.

• University of Hull Certificate in Practice Skills for Health and Social Care (60 credits at Level 4)

• Advanced Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care plus an A level, a minimum of grade B

• IB Diploma: 30 points

• Level 4 Associate Ambulance Practitioner qualification is acceptable along with the relevant GCSE English and Maths at grade C or 4 or above.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS 7.0 overall, with 7.0 in each skill.