Program Overview

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Paramedic Science, BSc Hons

Overview

Study paramedic science with us and benefit from our strong links with the London Ambulance Service and South East Coast Ambulance Service, where you will undertake your clinical work-based practice.

This paramedic science degree, run by experienced paramedics and healthcare educators, will prepare you for challenging roles on the front line of emergency care. Our course combines academic study with clinical placements where a range of health professionals will assist in your paramedic training.

Students studying at Avery Hill Campus will undertake a clinical work-based practice with the London Ambulance Service NHS Trust. Medway Campus students will work with South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust. This degree will prepare you to apply to register with the Health and Care Professions Council as a paramedic.

All paramedic science students on courses from September 2020 will benefit from guaranteed, additional support of at least £5,000 a year, which they will not need to pay back.

UCAS Points and Course Codes

• UCAS points: 112
• Course codes: B781 A BSc/PaSc (London) / B781 M BSc/PaSc (Medway)

Entry Requirements

UK Citizens and Permanent Residents

• 112 UCAS Tariff points
• GCSE Mathematics, GCSE English Language, and GCSE Science all at grade 4/C
• Equivalent qualifications may be considered

We make Contextual offers to this programme. Applicants that meet specific eligibility criteria will be made a contextual offer with a reduced tariff of up to 16 UCAS Tariff points. Other entry requirements such as GCSEs, Interview, etc., will still need to be met.

Application and Selection

• Suitable applicants will be required to attend an interview
• Applicants will also be required to:
  • Provide an academic or professional reference
  • Demonstrate an interest in, and understanding of, the programme they are applying to within the personal statement
  • Provide evidence of possessing a full UK manual driving licence or be undertaking driving lessons
  • Complete a Suitability Declaration
  • Pass an Occupational Health check
  • Pass an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

• Home: £9,535

Other Costs

• Resources: you may need to purchase a stethoscope for use in skills simulations and practice placements (estimate £45)
• Memberships: applying for student membership of a professional body such as the College of Paramedics may incur further costs (estimate £2.50 per month)
• Practice placement: you may need to pay for any travel to and from practice placement areas required for your course (estimate variable)

Scholarships and Bursaries

We offer a wide range of financial help including scholarships and bursaries.

Careers and Placements

Will I Have a Work Placement?

The Medway-based programme has been developed in partnership with South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust. The London-based programme at our Avery Hill campus has been developed in partnership with the London Ambulance Service NHS Trust.

What Sort of Careers Do Graduates Pursue?

On completion of your degree, you will be eligible to apply for professional registration as a Paramedic with the Health and Care Professions Council. Once registered, you can pursue the various roles that paramedics fulfil in the acute and primary care sectors.

Support and Advice

Academic Skills and Study Support

We want you to make the most of your time with us. You can access study skills support through your tutor, our subject librarians, and our online academic skills centre.

Support from the Department

Our three-year degree course is run by experienced paramedics and healthcare educators. We combine academic university-based study with clinical work placements, where a range of health professionals will assist in your paramedic training.

Accommodation

Avery Hill

Our Avery Hill halls of residence are a home away from home to over 1,200 students. For those studying in Greenwich, our free shuttle bus service takes you to Greenwich campus in only 25 minutes. Excellent transport links also mean you can be in central London in under 30 minutes, and you're a short walk away from the historic Eltham Palace.

The Avery Hill student village has many useful facilities including a convenience store, launderette, and two cafes. The halls are an ideal option for those wanting access to the hustle and bustle of London while living in a safe and relaxing parkland environment.

With our seven different halls, you have a variety of options depending on your preferences and budget. Rooms start at £133.98/wk and include Wi-Fi, utility bills, access to our on-site gym, 24/7 security, and 24-hour residential support.

What You Will Study

Full Time

• Year 1:
  • Anatomy and Physiology for Paramedics (30 credits)
  • Pathophysiology for Paramedics (30 credits)
  • Foundation Skills for Effective Paramedic Practice (30 credits)
  • Academic Skills Development (Paramedics) (30 credits)
• Year 2:
  • Ethical, Legal and Behavioural Aspects of Paramedic Practice (30 credits)
  • Advanced Skills for Paramedic Practice (30 credits)
  • Advanced Patient Assessment (30 credits)
  • Understanding Research in Evidence-Based Practice (Para) (30 credits)
• Year 3:
  • Care of the Critically Ill Patient (30 credits)
  • Urgent Care for Paramedics (30 credits)
  • Clinical Leadership and the Transition to Autonomous Paramedic Practice (30 credits)
  • Exploring Evidence for Professional Practice (Para) (30 credits)

How You Will Learn

Teaching

Learning takes place through a combination of timetabled learning and independent study.

Class Sizes

Class sizes vary by module. Lectures are normally attended by larger groups, and seminars/tutorials by smaller groups. This can vary more widely for modules that are shared between degrees. All students will have opportunities for 1-to-1 time with their tutors.

Independent Learning

Outside of timetabled sessions, you are also expected to dedicate around 30 hours a week to self-study. This may involve further reading and research, preparing coursework and presentations, and preparing for tests and exams. Our facilities are designed to support you in these activities.

Assessment

You can view how each module is assessed within our 'What you will study' section.

Each course has formal assessments which count towards your grade. Some courses may also include 'practice' assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade.

Official Statistics on Discover Uni

• 66% say staff value students' views and opinions about the course
• 88% of students say teaching staff have supported their learning well
• 87% in work or doing further study 15 months after the course

School

• Health Sciences

Locations

• Avery Hill Campus
• Medway Campus

Duration

• 3 years full-time

Start Month

• September

Home Fees 2025/26

• £9,535

What You Should Know About This Course

• 92% Overall Student Satisfaction in Paramedic Science (2022 National Student Survey)
• Students studying this course can expect to earn up to £30,000 on graduation (HESA, 2020)
• Make a difference to people's lives and work on the front line of emergency care
• Train to provide emergency care to those in critical need. Our NHS work placements give you vital on-the-job experience
• We prepare you to register as a Paramedic with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)