BSc (Hons)Paramedic Science

Study location	United Kingdom, London (Medway Campus)
Type	Bachelor courses, full-time
Nominal duration	3 years
Study language	English
Awards	BSc (Hons)
Course code	B781 M

Entry qualification	High school / secondary education (or higher) Good exam results in Mathematics The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.

Language requirements	English IELTS: 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each band) CAE: 169 overall

Other requirements

At least 1 reference(s) must be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application. You should also have completed at least 20 days’ paid or voluntary work in health and social care in activities relevant to paramedic practice. This must have been personally arranged and not have been part of a course. This must be discussed and reflected upon in your personal statement You will be required to attend an interview Applicants should have a full manual UK driving licence on application with no history of a serious driving offence or more than 3 points You must also demonstrate an awareness of current issues in paramedic practice

More information	gre.ac.uk/ug/eduhea/b781

Overview

Interested? To learn more about this study programme, entry requirements and application process, please contact one of our consultants in a country nearest to you.

Programme structure

Year 1
Students are required to study the following compulsory courses.

Clinical Sciences (30 credits)
Introduction to Clinical Sciences (30 credits)
Paramedic Skills for Effective Practice (30 credits)
Foundations for Effective Practice (15 credits)
Academic and Personal Development (15 credits)

Year 2
Students are required to study the following compulsory courses.

Paramedic Practice Based Learning 1 (30 credits)
Enhanced Patient Assessment (30 credits)
Leadership in Practice (15 credits)
Research Skills for Evidence Based Practice (15 credits)
Ethical, Legal and Psychosocial Aspects of Paramedic Practice (30 credits)

Year 3
Students are required to study the following compulsory courses.

Paramedic Practice Based Learning 2 (30 credits)
Project for Healthcare Practice (30 credits)
Assessment Skills in Minor Injuries and Illness (30 credits)
Transition to Autonomous Paramedic Practice (30 credits)

Career opportunities

A paramedic career may encompass a number of roles within emergency and critical care such as work in hazardous area response teams, air ambulance or neonatal emergency transfer services.