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BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science

University of Hull, United Kingdom
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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.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

CORE

  • Clinical Practice Education 1 (40 credits)

  • Anatomy and Physiology for Paramedics

  • Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice

  • Foundations of Professional Practice

  • Professional and Contemporary Issues in Paramedic Practice

2 Year 2

CORE

  • Clinical Practice Education 2 (40 credits)

  • Research Methods (Health)

  • Acute Pre-Hospital Care

  • Clinical Assessment and Examination for Paramedics

  • Pathophysiology for Paramedics

3 Year 3

CORE

  • Clinical Practice Education 3 (40 credits)

  • Clinical Pharmacology for Paramedics

  • Research Project (40 credits)

  • Management of the Critically Ill Patient

Language Requirement

  • IELTS7.0
  • TOEFL109
  • PTE79
  • Duolingo100

IELTS 7.0 overall, with 7.0 in each skill.

Ready to get started?

For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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