Program Overview

Paramedic Science Integrated Master's (MSci)

Overview

The Paramedic Science Integrated Master's (MSci) course at Keele University is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to become a resilient and caring paramedic. The course combines a bachelor's degree with a fourth year of study at master's level, providing students with advanced clinical skills, leadership qualities, and robust evidence-based practice.

Year of Entry

• 2026

UCAS Code

• B950

Duration of Study

• 4 years

Course Summary

The course focuses on developing students' lifesaving skills and clinical interventions in a range of locations. 50% of the time will be spent undertaking placements within the ambulance service and other settings, to develop professional paramedic practice.

Why Study Paramedic Science at Keele University?

• Endorsed by the College of Paramedics and Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council
• Eligible students can apply for a non-repayable £5,000 NHS grant per academic year
• Innovative integrated master's course designed to help advance your career
• Facilities include a state-of-the-art anatomy and surgical training centre, emergency training ambulance, and simulation houses
• Rotational clinical placement circuits in a range of practice areas

Course Structure

The course is divided into four years, with each year building on the previous one to develop students' knowledge, skills, and competencies.

Year 1

• Compulsory modules:
  • Public Health & Wellbeing for Paramedics
  • Fundamental Life Sciences for Paramedics
  • Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice
  • Introduction to Professional Practice for Paramedics
  • Applied Paramedic Practice & Simulation 1

Year 2

• Compulsory modules:
  • Introduction to Evidence-based Practice & Research
  • Pharmacology & Medicines Management for Paramedic Practice
  • Applied Anatomy & Pathophysiology for Paramedics
  • Principles of Paramedic Practice
  • Applied Paramedic Practice & Simulation 2

Year 3

• Compulsory modules:
  • Behavioural Health for Paramedics
  • Evidence-based Practice
  • Older Persons and Frailty
  • Enhanced Paramedic Practice
  • Applied Paramedic Practice & Simulation 3

Year 4

• Compulsory modules:
  • Clinical Leadership for Paramedics
  • Introduction to Critical Care Practice for Paramedics
  • Advancing Practice Project
  • Primary, Urgent and Unscheduled Care for Paramedics
  • Applied Paramedic Practice & Simulation 4

Entry Requirements

• A Level: ABB in three A Levels including B in one Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List
• BTEC: DDM in any of the following BTEC Extended Diplomas / National Extended Diplomas: Applied Science, or Health and Social Care
• T Level: Distinction in any of the following T Levels: Health, Healthcare Science, Science
• International Baccalaureate Diploma: 655 in three Higher Levels including 5 in one Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List at Higher Level

Tuition Fees

• UK: £9,535 for the 2025/6 academic year (subject to Parliamentary approval)
• International: Band 5, £24,900 for the 2025/26 academic year

Additional Opportunities

• Foundation year
• Interprofessional education
• Placements
• Elective placements

Career Prospects

• Clinical Practice as a Paramedic
• Leadership and Management
• Research and Development
• Education

Facilities

• State-of-the-art anatomy and surgical training centre
• Emergency training ambulance
• Simulation houses

Teaching, Learning, and Assessment

• Lectures
• Practical work
• Learning in the practice environment
• Small group workshops
• Individual and group presentations
• Student and tutor-led tutorials
• Web-based learning
• Independent study
• Inter-professional learning with other health and social care students

Foundation Year

• Available for students who do not meet the direct entry requirements
• Provides a tailored pre-degree programme of study to better prepare students for the Paramedic Science Integrated Master's course
• Includes modules such as Foundations of Human Biology for Health, Foundations of Chemistry for Health, and Academic and Professional Development for Health

International Students

• International Foundation Year available through Keele University International College (KUIC)
• More information available on the KUIC website

Student Life

• Student life at Keele is vibrant, diverse, and packed with opportunities to make the most of your time at university
• Student finance and support available
• Enhance your degree with additional opportunities such as volunteering, work experience, and study abroad

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