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Paramedic Science and Out of Hospital Care
- BSc (Hons)
- 3 Years
- Full-time
- April 2026
- Undergraduate
- City Campus
- Awarded by:
- Health and Care Professions Council
Course summary
Equip yourself with the knowledge, skills and values to be a registered paramedic. Study pathophysiology, clinical skills and patient assessment. Start a highly rewarding career as a key worker in the NHS or the out of hospital care environment.
This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills you require to be a registered paramedic. You will be equipped to meet the challenges of modern paramedic practice, enabling you to deal with unpredictable situations competently and confidently. You will learn potentially lifesaving procedures that will allow you to treat and stabilise patients at the scene of an accident or emergency.
Key areas of study include anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, law and ethics and management and leadership.
Modules
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Assessment method
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This course is not accepting applications at this time. Please contact the provider to find out more.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- City Campus
Study options
- BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years
Start dates
- April 2026
Apply by
29 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:
- B952
- Institution code:
- S84
- Campus name:
- City Campus
- Campus Code:
- A
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
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How to apply
This course is not accepting applications at this time. Please contact the provider to find out more.
Apply by
29 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:
- B952
- Institution code:
- S84
- Campus name:
- City Campus
- Campus Code:
- A
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff120 - 104 points
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Additional entry requirements
- Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
- Paramedic Science is a registered health care profession for which the ability to practise safely and effectively and professionally is essential, so all Paramedic Science applicants will be subjected to Fitness to Practise procedures. For UK students you will also be required to obtain a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. If you are successful, you will need to complete this self-declaration form on an annual basis for the duration of the course.
- Health checks
- Interview
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
Committed to supporting and nurturing all talented students. We believe a diverse student body benefits everyone. Our recruitment and application process is designed to encourage applicants with the potential to study with us.
Our admissions policy considers your personal circumstances and the educational context in which your achievements have been made. You could receive a reduced offer of up to 16 UCAS tariff points, depending on your individual circumstances and the course you select
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course 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.
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