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Paramedic Science
- Study level:
- Undergraduate
- Awarded by:
- Health and Care Professions Council
Course summary
Paramedics are at the heart of emergency and urgent care, responding to everything from minor injuries to critical, life-threatening emergencies. At DMU, we’ll equip you with the skills and confidence to thrive in challenging, varied environments, preparing you for an exciting and rewarding career.
Our expert teaching team includes Associate Professors, Paramedics, Specialist Paramedics, and Nurse Practitioners who bring real-world knowledge to every class. You’ll learn in authentic clinical facilities, using a variety of high-tech equipment and simulation manikins. Plus, our on-campus Crime Scene House and car let you practice responding to unique, realistic scenarios.
Our modular curriculum blends academic learning with hands-on experience, so you’ll be ready to apply your skills on the job. You'll work alongside experienced Paramedics and Technicians during placements with local NHS Trusts, gaining insight into A&E, maternity, paediatrics, and more.
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Ranked #1: Our Paramedic Science course is ranked 1st in the East Midlands and 4th in the UK by the Guardian University Guide 2026.
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Outstanding student satisfaction: This course has been placed 2nd for teaching satisfaction and 9th for feedback satisfaction in the UK in the 2025 National Student Survey (Guardian University Guide 2026)
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Benefit from practice placement opportunities: Our Faculty of Health and Life Sciences courses offer more than 4,000 work placements to students across all courses and years of study, giving you real industry experience with local NHS trusts.
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Professional training: Our course confers eligibility to apply for HCPC registration upon graduation, opening doors to a wide range of paramedic roles.
Authentic facilities: Study in a variety of clinical skills suites with immersive simulation environments.
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Build skills employers want: A flexible, engaging modular curriculum that balances learning and life, with regular feedback and diverse assessments.
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Focused learning: A sector-leading inclusive teaching approach, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), ensuring every student can thrive.
Modules
FIRST YEAR:
Foundations of Paramedic Practice 1
Professional Studies in Paramedicine
Foundations of Paramedic Practice 2
Problem based learning
Clinical practice placement 1
SECOND YEAR:
Developing Paramedic Practice 1
Evidence based practice
Developing Paramedic Practice 2
Problem based learning
Clinical practice placement 2
THIRD YEAR:
Dissertation
Urgent and Community Care
Special Circumstances
Clinical practice placement 3
Assessment method
A range of assessment strategies are included throughout the programme to demonstrate the students' attainment of learning outcomes, and are designed to be appropriate to the competency and level of skill required.
Practice is assessed through the completion of a practice-based learning portfolio.
Theory is assessed via a combination of examinations and Observed Structured Clinical Exams. Coursework may include written assignments and oral presentations. Less formal on-line quizzes and tests will enable students to monitor their progress and understanding.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Health and Care Professions Council
This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B780
- Institution code:
- D26
- Campus name:
- Leicester Campus
- Campus Code:
- Y
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
De Montfort University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B780
- Institution code:
- D26
- Campus name:
- Leicester Campus
- Campus Code:
- Y
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 128 points
A minimum of 128 UCAS points with one A Level Grade B or above in a natural science (Psychology accepted, but not Sociology)
A level
A minimum of 128 UCAS points with one A Level Grade B or above in a natural science (Psychology accepted, but not Sociology)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Applied Science
Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits P: 0 credits
Pass QAA Accredited Access to HE Diploma in Science or Access to HE Diploma in Medicine & Healthcare with 45 level 3 credits at Distinction.
GCSE English and Maths at grade C(4) are required as separate qualifications.
We will normally require students to have had a break from full-time education before undertaking the Access course.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Five GCSEs at grade C or above including Maths, English and Science.
Passes in Functional Skills and Key Skills qualifications at level 2 in maths and English can be accepted as equivalents.
T Level - D
Distinction in Healthcare Science (with an optional module in ‘Assisting with healthcare science (not optical care services)
Additional entry requirements
- Admission tests
- Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
- You submit an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service disclosure application form before starting the course (if you are overseas you will also need to submit a criminal records certificate from your home country), which needs to be cleared in accordance with DMU’s admissions policy. Contact us for up-to-date information.
- Health checks
- All applicants must complete a satisfactory health screening. This will include the ability to move, lift and carry patients.
- Interview
- The recruitment process for this course includes assessing applicants by the content of their personal statement and interview for the core values of the NHS constitution. The interview will include a numeracy test (set to GCSE grade C in maths) and a literacy test (again set to GCSE grade C in English). There is no fitness test, but you are expected to be able to lift, move and carry patients. Professional conduct during the event will also contribute to the decision-making regarding an applicant’s application.
- Other
- As well as academic requirements, you will also be required to meet and fulfil non-academic requirements which are stated below: • Self-Declaration Form clearance • Enhanced DBS disclosure clearance • Occupational Health clearance You must meet and fulfil all non-academic requirements before 18th July 2022.
- Institutions Own Test (IOT)
- The interview will include a numeracy test (set to GCSE grade C in maths) and a literacy test (again set to GCSE grade C in English). There is no fitness test, but you are expected to be able to lift, move and carry patients.
English language requirements
If English is not your first language an IELTS score of 7 in all components when you start the course is essential. English language tuition, delivered by our British Council accredited Centre for English Language Learning (CELL), is available both before and during the course.
Please visit dmu.ac.uk/international for more information.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
- Data from:
- This course and 2 other health sciences courses
- Date range:
- 2022-2024
Grades held by accepted students
- A*A*A
- Highest grades
- CCC
- Lowest grades
Offer rate for UK school & college leavers
Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.
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Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Channel Islands | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17300 | Year 1 |
| International | £17300 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Please note, this fee is subject to parliamentary procedure and will also be subject to a compounded annual inflationary increase. It is expected to be confirmed in early 2026 and may change in future years of study.
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