BSc Paramedic Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science is an undergraduate paramedic science degree focused on emergency care, clinical practice and patient management. Core topics include Clinical Skills, Human Behaviour, and Research Methods. The curriculum provides eligibility for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council. Students undertake practice placements with the ambulance service and hospital departments, supported by simulation facilities including a mock ambulance. The first year establishes foundational knowledge through Physical and Clinical Sciences, Professionalism and Followship, and Clinical Practice 1 alongside introductory research methods. The second year progresses with Clinical Practice 2, Social Health Behavioural Sciences, and Research Methods, preparing students for extended patient management. The final year involves independent research through a Dissertation module, alongside Understanding Primary Care, Contemporary Issues in Paramedicine, and Clinical Practice 3 to foster autonomous clinical capability.
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Entry requirements
112-120 UCAS Tariff Points, You can find out more about the tariff and qualification options from the UCAS tariff table . Offers are tailored to the individual applicant and their circumstances and can be across the tariff range. Applicants who meet our contextual information criteria will be offered at the bottom of the range. GCSE English Language, mathematics and Biology or Combined Science at grade 4/C or above. These must be in place at point of application. Must have a full UK driving license. FITNESS TO PRACTISE All offers of a place are subject to satisfactory health screening. Further information will be provided following acceptance of an offer (and no earlier than three months before the course start date). Please note that Professional Bodies, such as the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), have certain requirements regarding the health and good character status of applicants and students. Please read the NMC and HCPC information to find out more. For more information about core competencies and medical fitness to train please click here where you will find the HEOPS guidance for each course area. In some instances, an applicant may be invited to attend a professional practice panel to discuss any recommended reasonable adjustments, and whether or not core professional competencies are achievable. For information about Medical Clearance and vaccination requirements click here . DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK If you accept an offer of a place we require you to comply with an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) background clearance check. Details on the policy can be found here . If you think you have a criminal conviction You will need to submit a Criminal Record Self Disclosure Form as part of the process For more information on this and the form itself, please refer to Self-disclosure of criminal record. GCSEs: GCSE English Language, Maths and Science at C/4 or above. A-levels: BBC-BBB to include a natural science (Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry or Physics) or a Social Science (Sociology; Psychology). T-levels: M. T levels in Healthcare Science, Health and Science (Laboratory Science only) are accepted for entry to this course. Access to HE: 21 Credits at Distinction & 24 at Merit to include 21 credits in Biology or Human Physiology. Scottish Highers: BBBB – AABB to include Biology. Irish LC Highers: B2x2, A2x2 – A2x4 to include Biology. Other experience: We are unable to a
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What students say
Based on about 20 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 98%
- Learning opportunities: 98%
- Assessment and feedback: 98%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 95%
- Learning resources: 100%
- Student voice: 95%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 100%
Most common jobs
- Other Health Professionals: 85%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 95%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 95 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 80%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 2%
- London: 1%
- South East: 3%
- South West: 2%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 4%
- Northern Ireland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 75%
- Access course: 10%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
- Other qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a paramedic.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Developing Person Centred Care in Paramedic Practice 1
- Physical and Clinical Sciences
- Clinical Practice 1
- Professionalism and Followship
- Introduction to Research and Evidence-based Practice
- Developing Person Centred Care in Paramedic Practice 2
- Clinical Practice 2
- Social Health Behavioural Sciences
- Research Methods
- Professionalism, Law and Ethics
- Dissertation
- Understanding Primary Care
- Clinical Practice 3
- Contemporary Issues in Paramedicine
- Leadership and Management
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Paramedic Science at University of Cumbria earn?
The median salary is £28,500 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £31,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £28,500 and £34,000. The £31,500 median after five years is £500 less than the UK median for Health sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Paramedic Science at University of Cumbria do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Paramedic Science at University of Cumbria?
98% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Paramedic Science at University of Cumbria?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 134 UCAS points.
Is BSc Paramedic Science at University of Cumbria accredited?
Yes. Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a paramedic.
How many students continue on BSc Paramedic Science at University of Cumbria?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.