Paramedic Science

Entry requirements

You will need:

• 3 GCSE passes at grade C or grade 4 or above including Science, English and Maths.
• an undergraduate degree (minimum 2.2) in a human science or healthcare related subject, for example: human science, nursing, midwifery or an allied health profession
• Applicants holding non-human sciences undergraduate degree, will be considered if they are able to demonstrate subject specific knowledge from another source. Applicants must be able to demonstrate a minimum of 150 hours of direct care experience. Relevant voluntary experience would be accepted as hours on a case by case basis. The direct patient contact experience must be gained prior to application
• NMC or HCPC registrants with conditions of practice are not eligible to apply for this course.

Additional requirements:

• undertake an interview with a lecturer, practitioner or service user
• complete an enhanced-level Disclosure and Barring Service check
• must be of good health and good character
• you will be required to provide detailed health information to occupational health who will, after reviewing your evidence, assess your suitability for the role
• provide evidence of vaccination against Hep B, or undergo a vaccination programme, before any placements can be undertaken.

Months of entry

January

Course content

Today’s Paramedic is a highly skilled healthcare practitioner, who provides high quality urgent or emergency care to patients in a wide range of exciting, fast-paced and challenging environments. The Paramedic profession is at the forefront of the developing modern NHS, with paramedics extending their role in to an increasing range of new and exciting areas.

Upon successful completion of this 2-year MSc Programme, you'll be eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Paramedic.

Information for international students

Please note: We are unable to accept applications from individuals on a Student Route/Tier 4 Student Visa.