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BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science at University of Portsmouth

University of Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Gain the skills and expertise to become a registered paramedic on this HCPC-approved degree, practising on on medical manikins in our Simulation Centre and training with real paramedics on placement. Paramedics are vital to the health, safety and wellbeing of the nation. If you’re ready to work at the frontline of the NHS, this BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science degree will prepare you for life as a registered paramedic.

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

What you will study

In each year, you need to study modules worth a total of 120 credits. Modules include Paramedic Science Year 1; Paramedic Science Year 2; Paramedic Science Year 3.

Career pathways

As the first healthcare providers on the scene in an emergency, paramedics have to take rapid action to save lives, often working alongside other first response teams like the police and the fire service. A career as a paramedic is fast-paced and demanding, but also incredibly rewarding.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels - ABB-BBB. UCAS points - 120-128 points to include 32 points from an A level in a single Science subject, or equivalent. T-levels - Merit. Acceptable T Level Subjects: T Level in Health (Acceptable Occupational Specialisms: Supporting the mental health team, Supporting the adult nursing team, Supporting the care of children and young people), T Level in Healthcare Science (Acceptable Occupational Specialisms: Assisting with healthcare science), T Level in Science (Acceptable Occupational Specialisms: Laboratory sciences, Metrology sciences). BTECs (Extended Diplomas) - DDM. International Baccalaureate - 25. Applicants will be required to undertake a shortlisting process that considers their values in relation to the professional values expected of a Paramedic. All shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview in support of their application. Applicants must pass Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and Occupational Health checks before starting the course. If successful, applicants will be required to declare if they have been subject to any disciplinary procedures of fitness to practice by any other regulator, professional body, employer or educational establishment. The Department of Health requires all new Exposure Prone Procedures (EPP) workers, including students, are tested for HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C. The consent, test and managed process of results will be carried out by our Occupational Health Department. English language: IELTS band 7.0 with no component score below 6.5. UCAS: 3 years full-time course code – B900.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

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