Program Overview

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Paramedic Practice BSc (Hons)

Overview

Gain the skills, knowledge, and experience to register as a paramedic with the Health and Care Professions Council. Make a real difference to people’s lives when they are most in need.

Top Reasons to Study This Course

1. Nationally Recognised: Teesside University is the top North East university for Paramedic Science in the Guardian University Guide 2025.
2. Graduate Prospects: Teesside is ranked 4th for Graduate Prospects – On Track for Paramedic Science in the Complete University Guide 2025.
3. Industry-Standard Facilities: You benefit by training in an immersive environment, such as our fully-equipped ambulance, preparing you for the role.
4. Financial Support: Study this course and you may be eligible for a £5,000 maintenance grant each year from the NHS Business Service Authority.

Course Structure

Year 1 Core Modules

• An Introduction to Evidence-based Practice for Health Professionals
• Introduction to Human Physiology for Health Professionals
• Paramedic Care 1
• Practice Competencies and Portfolio: Level 4
• Professionalism for Health Professionals

Year 2 Core Modules

• Developing Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Paramedic Practice
• Dissertation Planning and Preparation for Health Professionals
• Paramedic Care 2
• Practice Competencies and Portfolio: Level 5

Year 3 Core Modules

• Developing Leadership and Service Improvement Skills for the Future Ready Professional
• Dissertation for Health Professionals
• Paramedic Care 3
• Practice Competencies and Portfolio: Level 6

How You Learn

• Key lectures
• Seminar groups
• Small study groups
• Practical sessions
• Simulated scenarios
• E-learning

How You Are Assessed

• Exams
• Essays
• Individual or group presentations
• Practical exams (objective structured clinical exams)

Entry Requirements

• Level 3 Academic Study in a relevant subject
• A minimum of three GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above including English language and maths
• Plus any of the following qualifications:
  • GCE and VCE Advanced Level
  • AS Level
  • Access course
  • BTEC QCF Extended Diploma
  • CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care
  • Foundation degree
  • Irish Leaving Certificate
  • Scottish Highers
  • Advanced Scottish Highers

International Applicants

• IELTS 7.0 with a minimal score of 6.5 in all sections or Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum score of 100/120
• Interview (in person or video call)

Employability

• Employment opportunities are global – HCPC-registered paramedics are recognised and in-demand in many countries
• A variety of roles available in organisations from public bodies, such as the NHS, to more commercially-focused organisations

Career Opportunities

• NHS ambulance services
• Voluntary organisations such as St John Ambulance and the British Red Cross
• Traditional roles in ambulances, rapid response cars, hazardous area response (HART) teams, and other specialist or advanced roles
• Clinical leadership or education
• Research roles
• Teaching pre-registration paramedic programmes
• Consultant roles leading the profession
• Lead allied health professional roles both locally and nationally

Tuition Fees

• UK applicants: £9,535 a year
• International applicants: £17,000 a year

Duration

• 3 years

UCAS Code

• B780 BSc/Para

Start Date

• September

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Typical Offer

• 112-128 points

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Choose Teesside

• iPad, keyboard, and up to £300 credit for learning resources
• Affordable accommodation from only £100 a week
• Town-centre campus with £280m of recent investment
• Adobe Creative Campus

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Also of Interest

• Midwifery BSc (Hons)
• Crime Scene Science BSc (Hons)
• Paramedic Practice* Degree Apprenticeship

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