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Paramedic Science

Entry requirements


A level

B,B,C

to include Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

30

to include Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics at Higher level

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

DMM

Science based subject required

Scottish Higher

B,B,B,B

to include Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics

UCAS Tariff

108-112

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Course option

3years

Full-time | 2024

Subject

Paramedic science

**PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS COURSE IS CURRENTLY ONLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FROM SCOTTISH DOMICILED APPLICANTS DUE TO COURSE FUNDING AND PLACEMENT AVAILABILITY**

The role of a contemporary paramedic is rapidly evolving within the modern health care system as they deploy their skills in an increasing range of emergency and non-emergency situations.

Our BSc Paramedic Science degree will equip you with the knowledge, skills and proficiencies to meet the requirements of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) enabling you to apply to register as a paramedic with the HCPC following successful completion of the course.

We are experts in health education and recognised internationally for our research into out-of-hospital care. The BSc Paramedic Science degree course will enable you to contribute to the graduate healthcare workforce through an innovative educational experience founded on personal growth, effective relationships and excellence in clinical practice.

The role of the paramedic is expanding beyond acute trauma and will have increasing focus on the management of long term conditions, mental health support, support of older persons and preventing hospital admissions.

You will gain essential knowledge and skills to equip you to work autonomously, safely minimising risk and ensuring the quality of your practice. You'll actively participate in a wide range of dynamic care settings, experiencing the roles of the paramedic and how they relate to other disciplines such as the emergency services and health and social care.

Assessment methods

You will be assessed by a range of methods, including: examinations, essays, reports, clinical skills assessments, presentations and assessments of practice.

Tuition fees

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Channel Islands
£9,250
per year
England
£9,250
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,250
per year
Republic of Ireland
£9,250
per year
Scotland
£1,820
per year
Wales
£9,250
per year

The Uni


Course location:

Stirling

Department:

Nursing, Midwifery and Health

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Who studies this subject and how do they get on?

98%
UK students
2%
International students
33%
Male students
67%
Female students
4%
2:1 or above
12%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

A
B
A

After graduation


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Health sciences (non-specific)

What are graduates doing after six months?

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£22,000
med
Average annual salary
100%
high
Employed or in further education

Top job areas of graduates

99%
Nursing and midwifery professionals
0%
Business, research and administrative professionals
0%
Senior officers in protective services

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