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BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science at Anglia Ruskin University

Anglia Ruskin University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Study our full-time Paramedic Science degree and open the door to a rewarding career in emergency and urgent healthcare. We’ve trained more than 1,000 paramedics at ARU since our Paramedic Science degree began. Study in Cambridge or Chelmsford and get the skills you need to work as a paramedic.

Duration: 3 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules are designed to give you the skills and experience you need to work as a paramedic. We explore how the human body works, and look at particular illnesses. Year 1: Applied Anatomy and Physiology, Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice, Paramedic Assessment and Management 1, Professionalism, Ethics and Law for Paramedic Practice, Clinical Practice in Paramedic Science 1. Year 2: Paramedic Assessment and Management 2, Paramedic Pharmacology, Clinical Practice in Paramedic Science 2, Resuscitation Skills, Trauma Skills, Ruskin Module. Year 3: Clinical Practice in Paramedic Science 3, Evidence-based Practice for Paramedic Science, Paramedic Assessment and Management 3, Quality Improvement in Healthcare.

Career pathways

"We had placements working on ambulances, in A&E departments, in operation theatres and maternity units. I [am now] working my dream job as a paramedic." When you graduate from ARU, you’ll be eligible to apply for registration with the Health & Care Professions Council and work as a paramedic.

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Entry requirements

120-104 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, OCR, Access to HE and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff. Must include a grade C or above in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Psychology or PE at A level or equivalent level. 5 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English, Maths and Science. Level 2 English and mathematics will be accepted in lieu of GCSE English and maths. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 7.0 ( Academic level), or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University. If you have already achieved your Access to HE results and are unsure if we can consider you, please contact us. To receive an offer of a place on this course you must be successful at interview. You should be aware that due to the demands of this role, some heavy lifting will be required. A satisfactory Occupational Health clearance will also be required. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will also be required. UCAS Tariff points acquired from BTEC Level 3 Diplomas are accepted, related subjects are preferred, a minimum of 60 guided learning hours must come from a Science unit. UCAS Tariff Points from Access to HE Diplomas in a Science or Health related subject are accepted. GCSE Maths and English required (or level 2 equivalents) if studying Access. GCSE Science is not required if you studying an Access to HE Diploma. International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 28 points is accepted, this must include 5 points from a Science subject at Higher level. OU Credits will be accepted in lieu of A levels (120 credits will be expected in health or science subjects). UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Advanced Highers are accepted, related subjects are required. UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Highers are accepted, related subjects are required. UCAS Tariff points from the Irish Leaving Certificate are accepted, science at Higher Level is required. BTEC in Public Services and Uniformed Services is not accepted for entry to this course, but we are able to accept the points if combined with a suitable level 3 science course. Please note, you can apply for deferred entry to our Chelmsford course only, we do not accept applications for deferred entry for our Cambridge course.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee: UK students starting 2027/28 (full-time, per year) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.aru.ac.uk/study/apply-online

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