BSc Paramedic Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Paramedic Science is a paramedic science degree centred on prehospital emergency care and patient assessment. Core topics include Clinical Skills, Ethics & Professional Practice. Successful completion of the three-year undergraduate programme leads to professional registration as a paramedic in the UK with the Health and Care Professions Council. The first year establishes foundational knowledge through Anatomy and Physiology, Pharmacology Paramedic Practice, and Introduction to Practice placements focusing on basic patient care. The second year expands into clinical decision-making with Applied Pathophysiology, Emergency Mental Health, and Developing Practice placements centered on emergency ambulance care. The final year involves advanced study including Managing Complex Health Needs, Minor Illness, and an Applied Research project where students undertake a literature review or data analysis relevant to the profession.
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Entry requirements
Minimum entry requirements: 128 UCAS Tariff points, including Biology or a related health science subject; and 3 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) including English Language, Maths and Science. A Level (A2): ABB (excluding General Studies); Biology or a related health science subject BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction, Distinction, Merit; Your BTEC must be in a related subject area such as science, sport or health and social care. You must have achieved a minimum of DDM, and this must include a minimum of 3 modules containing human biology, anatomy and/or physiology. International Baccalaureate: 34 points; Grade 6 or higher in higher level biology Access to Higher Education Diploma: 45 credits are level 3; The course must be in a related subject area such as Allied Health Professions or science. You must have passed 3 modules of human biology, anatomy or physiology. Previous study in Higher Education (HE): Foundation Year, HNCs, HNDs; Your HE study must be in a related area. You will need to achieve high grades in a biology subject. These applications are considered on a case by case basis. A combination of qualifications: 128 UCAS points or higher; Any Biology/Health Sciences courses listed in this column. T Level: Merit or higher; Students who have studied a course in Health and Science will be considered. Students must have achieved a minimum grade of a Merit. Admissions screening: All applications that meet academic criteria will be subject to a screening process. If we think your application is outstanding, we will invite you for an interview. We do not interview every applicant Additional requirements: For entry onto this course, you will also need: A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check A satisfactory medical report Insight into Paramedicine Your experience can be in any setting a Paramedic works in or an environment that gives you insight into healthcare practice. We do not require a specific amount of work experience. If you struggle to find work shadowing experience, detailed insight into Paramedic Science through online research is acceptable.
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What students say
Based on about 79 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 87%
- Academic support: 87%
- Organisation and management: 81%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 84%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 140 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 83%
- Left higher education: 11%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 6%
What graduates do next
Based on about 37 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 90%
- Working and studying: 8%
- Unemployed: 2%
Most common jobs
- Therapy professionals: 65%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 11%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Administrative occupations: 4%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 2%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 95%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 90%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 225 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 13%
- North West: 12%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 46%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 6%
- East of England: 7%
- London: 5%
- South East: 2%
- South West: 2%
- Wales: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 135 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 81%
- Baccalaureate: 1%
- Access course: 5%
- Foundation course: 1%
- A degree: 4%
- Other HE qualification: 6%
- No formal qualifications: 3%
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, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Professional Practice 1
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Fundamental Skills and Simulation
- Pharmacology Paramedic Practice
- Introduction to Evidence Informed Practice
- Introduction to Practice
- Professional Practice 2
- Applied Pathophysiology
- Caring for the Critically Ill Patient
- Emergency Mental Health
- Developing Evidence Informed Practice
- Developing Practice
- Applied Research
- Minor Illness
- Minor Injury
- Managing Complex Health Needs
- Developing Autonomous Practice
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Paramedic Science at York St John University earn?
The median salary is £28,500 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £29,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £33,000. The £29,500 median after five years is £2,500 less than the UK median for Health sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Paramedic Science at York St John University do next?
98% 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 York St John University?
90% 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 York St John University?
The typical offer is 34 points in the IB. The average entrant had 128 UCAS points.
Is BSc Paramedic Science at York St John University 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 York St John University?
83% of students continued into their second year, and 11% left higher education.