Program Overview

Overview of the Bachelor of Paramedicine

The Bachelor of Paramedicine at the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to become capable paramedics. The program combines classroom learning, simulation training, and professional placements with the Queensland Ambulance Service, allowing students to apply their skills in real-world scenarios from their first year of study.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the Bachelor of Paramedicine will be eligible to apply for entry-level ambulance paramedic positions with Australasian and international ambulance services. A paramedicine degree enables graduates to be employed in multiple areas, such as:

• Ambulance service
• Intensive care paramedic
• Emergency and disaster management
• Flight rescue services
• Community education

Professional Accreditation

UniSQ's Bachelor of Paramedicine is accredited by the Paramedicine Accreditation Committee and approved by the Paramedicine Board of Australia. The program is listed as an approved degree with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Program Structure

To graduate from the Bachelor of Paramedicine, students must successfully complete 24 units of study. The degree structure includes:

• Core units (24 units)
  • NSC1501 - Bioscience
  • PMC1101 - Public Health
  • PMC1110 - Introduction to Paramedicine
  • PMC1500 - Foundations of Pathophysiology
  • PMC1200 - Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice
  • PMC1202 - Paramedic Skills 2
  • PMC1303 - Paramedic Placement 1
  • PMC2000 - Pharmacology for Paramedics
  • PMC2102 - Paramedic Skills 3
  • PMC2111 - Cardiovascular Conditions and Emergencies
  • PMC2112 - Respiratory Conditions and Emergencies
  • PMC2201 - Multi Trauma
  • PMC2202 - Paramedic Skills 4
  • PMC2211 - Behavioural Conditions and Emergencies
  • PMC2203 - Paramedic Placement 2
  • PMC3000 - Ethics, Law and Culture for Healthcare Professionals
  • PMC3103 - Paramedicine Placement 3
  • PMC3110 - Paramedicine Principles 3
  • PMC3111 - Medical and Surgical Conditions and Emergencies
  • PMC3220 - Applied Paramedicine 1
  • PMC3230 - Applied Paramedicine 2
  • PMC3201 - Practice and Leadership for Health Professionals
  • PMC3203 - Paramedic Placement 4

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the Bachelor of Paramedicine, students must meet the following requirements:

• ATAR 65.60
• English (Units 3 & 4, C)
• Recommended: Biology, Chemistry, or Physics (Units 3 & 4, C)

English Language Requirements

Students must meet the applicable English language requirements, which include:

• IELTS (Academic) - Minimum overall score of 7.0 and a minimum score of 7.0 in each of the four components - listening, reading, writing, and speaking

Additional Requirements

Students must also meet the following requirements:

• Medical Assessment
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR)
• First Aid Certificate
• Blue Card or Working with Children Check
• UniSQ Student Declaration
• QAS Checklist
• Immunisation evidence (e.g., Hepatitis B seroconversion, Measles, Mumps and Rubella immunisation evidence)

Fees and Scholarships

The estimated 2026 annual fee for the Bachelor of Paramedicine is AUD 9,536. Students may be eligible for scholarships, and the university offers a range of payment options, including HECS-HELP.

How to Apply

Students can apply for the Bachelor of Paramedicine through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) website. The application process involves:

1. Checking the entry requirements
2. Organising supporting documents
3. Checking application closing dates
4. Applying online
5. Accepting the offer

Frequently Asked Questions

• How do you become a paramedic in Australia?
  • To become a registered paramedic in Australia, you need to complete an accredited degree such as UniSQ's Bachelor of Paramedicine.
• Do you need maths or science subjects to study paramedicine?
  • While you don't need advanced maths, UniSQ recommends that applicants have studied Biology, Chemistry, or Physics (Units 3 & 4, C), along with English (Units 3 & 4, C).
• What ATAR do I need for paramedicine?
  • To study a Bachelor of Paramedicine at UniSQ, you need to meet the required subject pre-requisites, a minimum ATAR, and assumed knowledge.
• What are the physical demands and certification requirements for paramedic students?
  • Being a paramedic can be physically demanding, and students must demonstrate abilities across areas such as strength and mobility, communication, sensory skills, and behavioural stability.
• Can I study paramedicine online or part-time?
  • UniSQ's Bachelor of Paramedicine is delivered on-campus at Ipswich, but students can study part-time, extending the standard three years into up to six years.