BSc (Hons) - Paramedic Science

What you will learn

On this programme, you will gain experience both clinically and academically, in pre-hospital care in both the ambulance service and in other clinical settings. Fifty weeks of your studies are undertaken on placement, where you will be guided by registered professionals with a variety of experience and skills.

The programme is informed by practice and scholarly research. Academic weeks consist of four full learning days which are a blend of learning by theory and practical sessions. You will be allocated a fixed study day each academic week to consolidate your learning and prepare for assessments. All our practice placements offer a full range of clinical exposure, inclusive of ambulance and non-ambulance settings. Placements will be provided across a wide geographical area within the North West (predominantly Cumbria). Whilst on practice placements you will observe the practice of registered professionals, working under their supervision and participating in clinical practice.

112-120 UCAS Tariff Points, You can find out more about the tariff and qualification options from the UCAS tariff table. Offers are tailored to the individual applicant and their circumstances and can be across the tariff range. Applicants who meet our contextual information criteria will be offered at the bottom of the range.

GCSE English Language, mathematics and Biology or Combined Science at grade 4/C or above. These must be in place at point of application.

Must have a full UK driving license.

FITNESS TO PRACTISE

All offers of a place are subject to satisfactory health screening. Further information will be provided following acceptance of an offer (and no earlier than three months before the course start date).

Please note that Professional Bodies, such as the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), have certain requirements regarding the health and good character status of applicants and students. Please read the NMC and HCPC information to find out more.

For more information about core competencies and medical fitness to train please click here where you will find the HEOPS guidance for each course area.

In some instances, an applicant may be invited to attend a professional practice panel to discuss any recommended reasonable adjustments, and whether or not core professional competencies are achievable.
 
For information about Medical Clearance and vaccination requirements  click here.

DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK

If you accept an offer of a place we require you to comply with an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) background clearance check. Details on the policy can be found here.

If you think you have a criminal conviction You will need to submit a Criminal Record Self Disclosure Form as part of the process For more information on this and the form itself, please refer to Self-disclosure of criminal record.

Entry Requirements

Enhanced DBS with checks against the Children's and Adults' Barred Lists

Please follow the link to check language requirements for this programme here.

Paramedics work across ambulance services, primary care, urgent treatment centres, hospitals, community services, mental health, education and research. The role is rewarding but can be physically and emotionally demanding. Applicants should understand that shift work, including nights, weekends and bank holidays, is common, and paramedics are expected to make autonomous clinical decisions.

Career Opportunities
Graduates can progress into a wide range of clinical, leadership, education and advanced practice roles. The profession continues to grow in line with the NHS Long Term Workforce Plan and the Royal College of Paramedics Career Framework.

Support During Your Studies
The University provides dedicated wellbeing, disability and financial support services to help students succeed throughout the programme. Applicants are encouraged to review the support available before applying.

Professional Registration

The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) is the regulatory body for paramedics in the UK. Applicants are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the HCPC’s requirements for registration, including the Standards of Proficiency, Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics, Guidance for Students, and requirements for Continuing Professional Development (CPD). After successfully completing the paramedic programme, graduates will need to apply for paramedic registration with the HCPC. The award in isolation does not guarantee registration, with the HCPC assessing each applicants character, conduct and suitability for registration, further information can be found here.

Throughout the programme, students are expected to demonstrate that they meet the standards required of an aspiring paramedic. Following registration, paramedics must continue to meet the HCPC’s professional standards and maintain their knowledge, skills and professional practice through ongoing CPD.

HCPC standards and guidance may change over time, usually following consultation. Applicants and students should therefore ensure they remain familiar with the current requirements. Failure to meet relevant standards may have implications for fitness to practise, both during the programme and following registration.

For further information, including the current standards and guidance for students and registrants, please visit the HCPC website.

Values-Based Recruitment
Our admissions process seeks applicants whose values align with those of patients, employers, the NHS Constitution, the HCPC and the College of Paramedics. Applicants should be aware that future employers may have requirements beyond programme entry criteria.