BSc Paramedic Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science is a health sciences degree centred on the clinical, emergency, and out-of-hospital care practices required to register as a paramedic. Core topics include Clinical Skills, Data Analysis, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The course is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council. The first year introduces the foundations of paramedicine through modules such as Foundations for Professional Paramedic Practice, Human Health and Development for Paramedics, Introduction to Person-Centred Assessment for Paramedics, and Paramedic Practice-Based Learning Experience Year 1, covering basic anatomy, physiology, and person-centred care. The second year builds upon this knowledge with Applied Assessment and Care of People with Medical Conditions in Paramedic Practice, Pharmacology for Paramedics, Applied Assessment and Care of People with Traumatic Injuries in Paramedic Practice, and Paramedic Practice-Based Learning Experience Year 2. The final year focuses on advanced practice and leadership through modules including Complex Assessment and Clinical Decision Making in Contemporary Practice, Accountable Leadership and Quality Improvement for Paramedic Practice, Ethical Decision Making and Evidence for Professional Paramedic Practice, and Paramedic Practice-Based Learning Experience Year 3.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBC
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What students say
Based on about 42 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 86%
- Learning opportunities: 81%
- Assessment and feedback: 66%
- Academic support: 91%
- Organisation and management: 65%
- Learning resources: 83%
- Student voice: 90%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 50 students who started
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 13 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 90%
- Working and studying: 5%
Most common jobs
- Therapy professionals: 45%
- Other Health Professionals: 40%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 95%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 95%
Who gets in
Based on about 50 students who started
- A levels: 55%
- Access course: 15%
- A degree: 15%
- Other HE qualification: 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.
Modules
- Foundations for Professional Paramedic Practice
- Human Health and Development for Paramedics
- Introduction to Person-Centred Assessment for Paramedics
- Public Health and Well Being for Paramedics
- Promoting Inclusive Paramedic Practice
- Paramedic Practice-Based Learning Experience Year 1
- Applied Assessment and Care of People with Medical Conditions in Paramedic Practice
- Evidence and Critical Appraisal for Paramedic Practice
- Pharmacology for Paramedics
- Applied Assessment and Care of People with Traumatic Injuries in Paramedic Practice
- Paramedic Practice-Based Learning Experience Year 2
- Complex Assessment and Clinical Decision Making in Contemporary Practice
- Accountable Leadership and Quality Improvement for Paramedic Practice
- Ethical Decision Making and Evidence for Professional Paramedic Practice
- Emergency and Urgent Care of Children & Pregnant Women in Paramedic Practice
- Paramedic Practice-Based Learning Experience Year 3
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Paramedic Science at Ulster University earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months. After fifteen months the middle half of graduates earn between £28,000 and £34,000. The £30,000 median after fifteen months is the same as the UK median for Health sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Paramedic Science at Ulster University do next?
95% 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 Ulster University?
86% 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 Ulster University?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 133 UCAS points.
Is BSc Paramedic Science at Ulster 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 Ulster University?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.