BSc Paramedic Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Paramedic Science. Core topics include Clinical Skills, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The course includes over 1,500 hours of placement experience across diverse clinical settings, with professional portfolios embedded throughout each year. The programme is approved by the HCPC and endorsed by the College of Paramedics, enabling graduates to apply for registration as a Paramedic.
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Entry requirements
For September 2027 entry: This course requires 112–128 UCAS tariff points (A-level grades BBC–ABB) including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent qualifications. We also accept a wide range of vocational qualifications including BTEC Extended Diploma (grades DMM–DDM) and T Levels (Merit). You can use the UCAS calculator to see how your qualifications equate to UCAS tariff points.
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Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 8%: 68 offers from 849 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
What students say
Based on about 22 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 97%
- Learning opportunities: 98%
- Assessment and feedback: 84%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 94%
- Learning resources: 100%
- Student voice: 90%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 35 students who started
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 16 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 90%
- Working and studying: 5%
Most common jobs
- Other Health Professionals: 90%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 95%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 15 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- East Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 20%
- London: 5%
- South East: 45%
- South West: 20%
Who gets in
Based on about 40 students who started
- A levels: 80%
- Access course: 15%
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
- Foundations of Anatomy, Physiology and Pharmacology
- Foundations for Paramedic Practice
- Foundations of Patient Assessment
- Foundations of Emergency Care
- Paramedic Practice Portfolio A & B
- Developing Advanced Emergency Care
- Research for Healthcare Practice
- Developing Pathophysiology and Pharmacology
- Paramedic Practice Portfolio C & D
- Long-Term Conditions
- Enhancing Care of Minor Illnesses
- Enhancing Care of Minor Injuries
- Evidence for Professional Practice
- Transition to Qualified Paramedic
- Paramedic Practice Portfolio E & F
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Paramedic Science at Bournemouth University earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £22,500 after 3 years, £27,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £19,500 and £30,500. The £27,000 median after five years is £5,000 less than the UK median for Health sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Paramedic Science at Bournemouth University do next?
90% 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 Bournemouth University?
97% 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 Bournemouth University?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 124 UCAS points.
What is the offer rate for BSc Paramedic Science at Bournemouth University?
8% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 68 offers from 849 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Is BSc Paramedic Science at Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth University?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.