MSci (Hons) Paramedic Practice at University of Plymouth

Programme overview

MSci (Hons) Paramedic Practice is a four-year full-time integrated masters preparing students for modern paramedic practice through university learning, simulation, interprofessional education and extensive clinical placements with NHS partners. Students complete an evidence-based portfolio and graduate ready to work as a newly qualified paramedic.

Department: School of Health Professions | Duration: 4 years (with placements) | Study mode: full-time; integrated masters | Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 covers clinical skills, introduction to paramedic science, special patient groups, anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, and a first practice placement. Years 2 and 3 cover trauma management, medical conditions and pathophysiology, mental health, decision making, and paramedic practice in primary and urgent care. The final year covers a research dissertation, contemporary leadership, principles of prehospital critical care and facilitating education, with options such as mountain and polar expedition medicine.

Career pathways

Graduates begin their careers as newly qualified paramedics. The course offers progression into advanced clinical practice, leadership and education roles.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer 128 UCAS points (contextual offers typically 8 points lower). GCSE: 5 subjects at grade C/4 or above including Mathematics, Science and English (Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English may be considered). A levels: 128 points from three A levels including grade B in Biology/Human Biology/Chemistry/Physics; General Studies not accepted. BTEC National Extended Diploma: DDD in a health/science subject with sufficient Biology and/or Chemistry. Access: suitable Science/Health course with 45 credits, 30 at Distinction including 15 in a relevant science. International Baccalaureate: 31 points including 5 in a relevant Higher Level science, plus Maths and English at 4 (HL) or 5 (SL). Irish Leaving Certificate from 128 points; Scottish Advanced Highers from 128 points including A/B in Biology or Chemistry. Applicants must submit a strong personal statement, attend a values-based recruitment interview, pass additional screening, be 18 or over, and hold a driving licence with access to a vehicle for placements. International applicants without GCSE English grade C/4 need IELTS overall 7.0 with at least 6.5 in each element. Deferred entry is not permitted.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Full-time UK students Source

International applicants: GBP 19,800 a year (2027/28). Full-time international students Source

Duration: 4 years

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