BSc Paramedic Science
Entry requirements
Key Entry Requirements: Use the UCAS Tariff Calculator to check your qualifications and points. Either A-levels : Grade profile of BBC. One subject from the following: Biology, Chemistry, Health and Social Care, Psychology, Physics or Social Science. Subjects not accepted towards the BBC grade profile are Critical thinking, General Studies and the Extended Project. One subject from the following: Biology, Chemistry, Health and Social Care, Psychology, Physics or Social Science. Subjects not accepted towards the BBC grade profile are Critical thinking, General Studies and the Extended Project. Access to HE Diploma (60 credits): of which a minimum of 45 must be at Level 3 (112 UCAS point equivalence, minimum 15 credits at distinction) to include Health or Science subject BTEC : Grade profile of DMM or D*D* in a Care, Health, or Science subject (public uniformed services is not acceptable). T Level : Evidence of 112 UCAS points equiv Merit (B on the core) from T Levels in Health or Healthcare Science. Tariff: Other Level 3 qualifications are accepted for entry. A minimum of 112 UCAS Tariff points will be required. Plus GCSE: English language, maths, and Science grades 9-4/A*-C or equivalent. Science grades accepted are as follows: Biology, Chemistry, Health and Social Care and Psychology. Applicants who achieve an Access to HE course stated above are not required to also have GCSE Science grades 9-4/A*-C or equivalent. Science grades accepted are as follows: Biology, Chemistry, Health and Social Care and Psychology. Applicants who achieve an Access to HE course stated above are not required to also have GCSE Science grades 9-4/A*-C or equivalent. Equivalent qualifications include the following at Level 2: Functional Skills, Key Skills, Learn Direct. Functional Skills, Key Skills, Learn Direct. Equivalency Test: If you have not achieved your Level 2 qualifications, you are eligible to take our University equivalency tests . The tests for this course are free of charge a
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What students say
Based on about 52 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 92%
- Assessment and feedback: 89%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 86%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 89%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 210 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 94%
- Left higher education: 3%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 3%
What graduates do next
Based on about 44 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 86%
- Working and studying: 8%
- Unemployed: 2%
Most common jobs
- Other Health Professionals: 96%
- Caring personal services: 3%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- 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 30 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 5%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- West Midlands: 80%
- East of England: 5%
- South East: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 100 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 84%
- Access course: 6%
- Other HE qualification: 1%
- Other qualifications: 9%
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): Bronze overall, Bronze for student experience, Bronze for student outcomes.
Modules
- Foundations of Physical, Life and Clinical Sciences for Paramedic Practice
- Fundamental Patient Assessment and Management Skills in Simulation and Clinical Practice.
- Professional and Social Perspectives in Pre-Hospital Care
- Succeeding at University in Paramedic Practice
- Developing Patient Assessment and Management Skills in Simulation and Clinical Practice
- Developing Physical, Life and Clinical Sciences for Paramedic Practice
- Legal, Ethical and Evidence-Based Practice in Paramedic Care
- Vulnerability, Inequality, & Crisis response in Paramedic Practice
- Consolidating Patient Assessment and Management Skills in Simulation and Clinical Practice
- Consolidating Physical, Life and Clinical Sciences for Paramedic Practice
- Independent Study Project
- Preparing for Professional Paramedic Practice
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Paramedic Science at University of Wolverhampton earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £22,500 after 3 years, £22,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £16,500 and £34,500. The £22,500 median after five years is £9,500 less than the UK median for Health sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Paramedic Science at University of Wolverhampton do next?
94% 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 University of Wolverhampton?
91% 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 University of Wolverhampton?
The average entrant had 102 UCAS points.
Is BSc Paramedic Science at University of Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton?
94% of students continued into their second year, and 3% left higher education.