BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science (Pre-registration) at University of Greater Manchester

Programme overview

The University of Greater Manchester's BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science undergraduate degree is ideal if you're seeking a rewarding career in healthcare as a Paramedic. We'll support you in gaining the skills and knowledge needed to be the first responder to emergencies of all kinds that can provide high-quality life-saving care to those in need.

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

What you will study

Modules (a mix of compulsory and optional) include Anatomy and Physiology, Professional Capabilities, Introducing Clinical Procedures, Patient Mental Health, Complex Patient Groups, Clinical Placement 1, Pathophysiology and Pharmacology, Paramedic Advanced Skills, Maternity and Women's Health, Assessment and Clinical Decision Making, Paediatrics, Clinical Placement 2, Embedding Paramedic Knowledge and Procedures, Professional Project, among others.

Career pathways

Registered Paramedics are primarily employed by Ambulance Service NHS Trusts and are usually based at a local ambulance station. As a traditional emergency response Paramedic, you’ll be required to work shifts, including evenings and weekends, and to work in all types of weather conditions.

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Application information

Entry requirements

120 UCAS points. Please note that this course is only available to Home students. Any subjects are acceptable at Level 3. You must have at least five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above (or equivalent). These must include English Language, Mathematics and a Science. Please contact us for a list of acceptable GCSE equivalents. Applicants who do not have the traditional entry requirements but do have relevant experience or qualifications may be considered after discussion with the programme team. For example: Combat Medics from the Military. You'll need to be 18 years of age by the start date of the course. This Programme prepares you for professional practice in a range of emergency and healthcare environments. You will therefore need to demonstrate the physical, psychological, cognitive and sensory capabilities necessary to participate safely and effectively in clinical practice and meet the relevant professional standards, including the standards set by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Home/EU tuition fee, first year of study; total course fee £29,370 Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://evision.bolton.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=B780-D&code2=0007

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