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Admissions
Email:admissions@rgu.ac.uk
Phone:01224 262728
Robert Gordon University
Garthdee House
Garthdee Road
Aberdeen
AB10 7QB
Paramedicine
- Bachelor of Science
- 3 Years
- Full-Time
- 7 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Main Site - Aberdeen
- Awarded by:
- Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen
Course summary
Developed in response to an increase in learning and training requirements for paramedics, the Paramedicine course at Robert Gordon University is delivered in collaboration with the Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS) and regional territorial health boards. You will learn the necessary skills that are in demand now and in the future, within unique remote and rural placement locations.
To meet the needs of this rapidly diversifying profession, this course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to confidently deliver complex high-quality care across the life-span to your local community. As a Paramedic you will play an integral part in the National Health Service. Not only will you deliver front-line emergency care on road ambulances, you’ll also work in a number of advanced paramedic practice areas such as primary care and critical care.
Modules
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Health and Care Professions Council
How to apply
This course has restrictions on who can apply.
This course is not accepting applications from students requiring a Student visa. For more information, please contact the course provider.
Apply by
13 January 2027
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:
- B950
- Institution code:
- R36
- Campus name:
- Main Site - Aberdeen
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A levelBCC
To include a science subject. A Level English is recommended. English and Maths are required at GCSE grade 5/C or above if not held at A Level.
T LevelPass (C and above)
Accepted in combination with an A Level in a Science subject at grade C. Maths and English are also required at GCSE grade 5.
Scottish HNCPass
HNC in a related subject e.g. Healthcare Practice, Social Services, Applied Science, Social Sciences accepted on its own
Scottish HNDPass
HND in a related subject e.g. Applied Science, Social Sciences, accepted on its own
Scottish HigherBBBB
To include a science subject. Higher English is recommended.
English and Maths or Applications of Maths are required at National 5 grade C or above if not held at Higher.
English and Maths or Applications of Maths are required at National 5 grade C or above if not held at Higher.
Access to HE DiplomaMerit: 45 Pass: 15
Pass with 60 credits to include at least 45 level 3 credits at Merit.
English, Maths and a Science subject is a requirement.
English, Maths and a Science subject is a requirement.
International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeOffer: 28
28 to include a science subject at Higher Level. Higher Level English is recommended. English & Maths required at Standard Level grade 3 if not held at Higher.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DMM
Maths, English and a Science subject are also required at GCSE grade 5 or above.
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)Pass
May be accepted in combination with SQA Highers
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2H2H3H3
To include a science subject. Higher English is recommended.
English and Maths are required at grade O3 or above if not held at Higher.
English and Maths are required at grade O3 or above if not held at Higher.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Typical qualification requirements
Scottish Higher BCCC
To include a science subject. Higher English is recommended.
English and Maths or Applications of Maths are required at National 5 grade C or above if not held at Higher.
English and Maths or Applications of Maths are required at National 5 grade C or above if not held at Higher.
Additional entry requirements
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) / Disclosure Scotland Check
- Health Checks
- Interview
- Restricted Eligibility
- This program is funded by the Scottish Government and therefore it is only available, at present, to Scottish domiciled students.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | All applicants whose first language is not English are required to have an Academic IELTS (International English Language Testing System) overall score of 7.0 with a score of 7.0 in all elements apart from writing where minimum score is 6.5. Appropriate equivalents will be considered. |
We accept a variety of in-country and secure English language tests, find out more at the URL providedhttps://www.rgu.ac.uk/english
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.
RGU is fully committed to widening participation to extend access to learning and enable talented individuals from under-represented groups, particularly those from deprived areas, to achieve their ambitions through higher education, whatever their circumstances.
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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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1820* |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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