BSc Paramedic Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Paramedic Science, combining clinical practice with biosciences and healthcare knowledge. Core topics include Research Methods, Clinical Skills, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The programme spans three years of clinical practice placements and culminates in an independent research project. Graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
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Entry requirements
Standard offer: 120 UCAS Tariff points. Learn more about UCAS Tariff points . Accelerate offer: 96 UCAS Tariff points. Find out more about BCU Accelerate . Applicants will also need to complete an interview for this course; see interview arrangements below. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Prior to enrolling on the course, successful candidates will be required to obtain a satisfactory occupational health check and an enhanced DBS check via the School, as well as registration with the Independent Safeguarding Authority. Qualifications, personal statement, interview and references all form part of the selection criteria for this course. If you have any queries please refer to DBS Frequently Asked Questions or contact admissions@bcu.ac.uk . In addition to the A Level, BTEC and other level 3 requirements below, applicants for this course also need GCSE English Language or English Literature and GCSE Maths at grade C/4 or above. If you do not have these or are not undertaking them, we accept other level 2 equivalents, or we may ask you to pass BCU's GCSE equivalency tests. A Level: 120 UCAS Tariff points from three A Levels Grades BBB (or equivalent) Required subjects: Health and Social Care, Psychology, Social Science or Science subject at A Level or level 3 equivalent Excluded subjects: General Studies; Critical Thinking; Extended Project Pearson BTEC (Diploma / Extended Diploma/ Extended Certificate): 120 UCAS Tariff points Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications Extended Diploma - accepted subjects: Health and Social Care; Public Services; Science National Diploma/Extended Certificate - accepted subjects: Either this qualification or the accompanying A-level / level 3 equivalent must be in Health and Social Care, Public Services or a relevant Science subject (e.g. Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics) T Level: Merit overall Accepted subject
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What students say
Based on about 51 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 74%
- Learning opportunities: 72%
- Assessment and feedback: 78%
- Academic support: 77%
- Organisation and management: 52%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 72%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 95 students who started
- Continued on course: 88%
- Left higher education: 9%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 3%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 25%
Most common jobs
- Other Health Professionals: 75%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Customer service occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 80%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 115 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 8%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 9%
- West Midlands: 51%
- East of England: 8%
- London: 9%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 4%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 115 students who started
- A levels: 64%
- Baccalaureate: 3%
- Access course: 13%
- A degree: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 19%
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
- Essential Biosciences for Healthcare Professionals
- The Professional Paramedic Student
- Individual Factors in Paramedic Practice
- Risk and Wellbeing in Paramedic Practice
- Clinical Practice Placement in Paramedic Science 1
- Evidence Based Practice
- Care Across the Lifespan
- Diverse Service User Groups
- Applied Pathophysiology
- Clinical Practice Placement in Paramedic Science 2
- Independent Study
- Leadership and Management for the Paramedic
- Management of Unscheduled Care
- Clinical Practice Placement in Paramedic Science 3
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Paramedic Science at Birmingham City University earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £25,000 after 3 years, £30,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £20,500 and £34,000. The £30,000 median after five years is £2,000 less than the UK median for Health sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Paramedic Science at Birmingham City University do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Paramedic Science at Birmingham City University?
74% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Paramedic Science at Birmingham City University?
The typical offer is BBB at A level. The average entrant had 133 UCAS points.
Is BSc Paramedic Science at Birmingham City 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 Birmingham City University?
88% of students continued into their second year, and 9% left higher education.