BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science at University of Cumbria

Programme overview

Application of theory to practice is integral to your learning and understanding, and our BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science course reflects this. Throughout your degree, you'll be engaged in weekly practical learning to confirm and practise newly learned subject areas. All equipment is based at our Lancaster campus, which is geared up for a truly unique experience for paramedic practice and the ‘real-life’ scenes that aid your development as a professional.

Faculty: Institute of Health | Duration: Full-time: 3 Years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September | Location: Carlisle, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

On this programme, you will gain experience both clinically and academically, in pre-hospital care in both the ambulance service and in other clinical settings. Fifty weeks of your studies are undertaken on placement, where you will be guided by registered professionals with a variety of experience and skills. Modules include: Developing Person Centred Care in Paramedic Practice 1; Physical and Clinical Sciences; Clinical Practice 1; Professionalism and Followship; Introduction to Research and Evidence-based Practice; Developing Person Centred Care in Paramedic Practice 2; Clinical Practice 2; Social Health Behavioural Sciences; Research Methods; Professionalism, Law and Ethics; Dissertation; Understanding Primary Care.

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Application information

Entry requirements

GCSE English Language, mathematics and Biology or Combined Science at grade 4/C or above. These must be in place at point of application. Must have a full UK driving license. FITNESS TO PRACTISE All offers of a place are subject to satisfactory health screening. Further information will be provided following acceptance of an offer (and no earlier than three months before the course start date). Please note that Professional Bodies, such as the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), have certain requirements regarding the health and good character status of applicants and students. Please read the NMC and HCPC information to find out more. For more information about core competencies and medical fitness to train please click here where you will find the HEOPS guidance for each course area. In some instances, an applicant may be invited to attend a professional practice panel to discuss any recommended reasonable adjustments, and whether or not core professional competencies are achievable. For information about Medical Clearance and vaccination requirements click here. DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK If you accept an offer of a place we require you to comply with an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) background clearance check. Details on the policy can be found here. If you think you have a criminal conviction You will need to submit a Criminal Record Self Disclosure Form as part of the process For more… Minimum entry: 112-120 UCAS Tariff points.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,535 a year (2025/26) Source

International applicants: GBP 16,900 a year (2025/26) Source

Intake: September

Duration: Full-time: 3 Years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/explore/courses/80cd1725-5ce5-4de9-975f-0ad534d8f686/paramedic-science?studyYear=2027

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