Paramedic Science
De Montfort University
UCAS Code: B780 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A minimum of 128 UCAS points with one A Level Grade B or above in a natural science (Psychology accepted, but not Sociology)
Access to HE Diploma
Pass QAA Accredited Access to HE Diploma in Science or Access to HE Diploma in Medicine & Healthcare with 45 level 3 credits at Distinction. GCSE English and Maths at grade C(4) are required as separate qualifications. We will normally require students to have had a break from full-time education before undertaking the Access course.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Five GCSEs at grade C or above including Maths, English and Science. Passes in Functional Skills and Key Skills qualifications at level 2 in maths and English can be accepted as equivalents.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Applied Science
T Level
Distinction in Healthcare Science (with an optional module in ‘Assisting with healthcare science (not optical care services)
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A minimum of 128 UCAS points with one A Level Grade B or above in a natural science (Psychology accepted, but not Sociology)
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About this course
Formerly known as Paramedicine BSc (Hons) our Paramedic Science BSc (Hons) delivers high-quality health professional education leading to a rewarding career as a key member of the workforce within the UK health and social care system.
The Paramedic profession is at the forefront of providing urgent and emergency care to patients in a variety of dynamic and challenging environments, responding to a wide range of clinical conditions from minor illness and injury to critical and/or life-threatening presentations. You will learn the necessary knowledge and skills to thrive in these settings from a team of experienced academics and practitioners, comprising of Associate Professors, Specialist Paramedics, Paramedics, and Nurse Practitioners, who have experience working in pre-hospital, emergency, and unscheduled care.
Our dedicated clinical skills facilities utilise state-of-the-art technology and a full range of specialised equipment, high-fidelity manikins, and patient management equipment that mirror those found in practice, to support our students' learning. In addition to these facilities, DMU also has an on-site crime scene house and car, both of which are utilised as learning environments. The range of dedicated equipment and facilities provides an immersive and realistic simulation environment mimicking real-life scenarios.
Through Education 2030 - DMU's innovative approach to teaching and learning, the Paramedic Science course offers a modular curriculum that enables each student to develop both clinically and academically in one area before moving on to the next. This is enhanced with placements with the local Ambulance Service NHS Trusts, University Hospital Leicester, and the Leicester Partnership Trust. You will gain clinical experience during all three years of the course by working alongside Paramedics and Technicians on emergency ambulances and rapid response cars and in other practice areas such as A&E, maternity, paediatrics, coronary care, and minor injury/minor illness.
**Key features**
• Eligibility to apply to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) upon graduation, enabling employment in a wide variety of clinical areas.
• Strong links and integrated work placements with local NHS Trusts.
• Study in our purpose-built clinical skills suites that provide an immersive and realistic simulation – part of a £12 million investment in our facilities.
• Benefit from more than 50 years of teaching experience from a highly qualified and experienced academic team, the majority of whom are employed in clinical practice in pre-hospital, emergency, or unscheduled care.
• A dynamic modular curriculum provides a challenging and stimulating learning experience and allows for more time to engage with learning, regular multi-modal assessment, faster feedback, and a better study-life balance to enjoy other important aspects of university life.
• We offer an equitable and inclusive approach to learning and teaching for all our students. Known as the Universal Design for Learning (UDL), our teaching approach has been recognised as sector-leading.
Modules
**FIRST YEAR:**
Foundations of Paramedic Practice 1
Professional Studies in Paramedicine
Foundations of Paramedic Practice 2
Problem based learning
Clinical practice placement 1
**SECOND YEAR:**
Developing Paramedic Practice 1
Evidence based practice
Developing Paramedic Practice 2
Problem based learning
Clinical practice placement 2
**THIRD YEAR:**
Dissertation
Urgent and Community Care
Special Circumstances
Clinical practice placement 3
Assessment methods
A range of assessment strategies are included throughout the programme to demonstrate the students' attainment of learning outcomes, and are designed to be appropriate to the competency and level of skill required.
Practice is assessed through the completion of a practice-based learning portfolio.
Theory is assessed via a combination of examinations and Observed Structured Clinical Exams. Coursework may include written assignments and oral presentations. Less formal on-line quizzes and tests will enable students to monitor their progress and understanding.
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