Paramedic Science BSc (Hons)

Academic Requirements

UK Students:

• A-Levels: BBB including Biology/Human Biology (120 UCAS points)

• BTEC: DDM in Health/Science subject

• Access to HE Diploma: 60 credits (45 at Level 3) in Science/Health

All Applicants Must Have:

• 5 GCSEs grade 4/C+ (including English, Maths, Science)

• Occupational Health clearance

• Enhanced DBS check

Additional Requirements

• Work experience in care settings preferred

• Fitness test and interview

• Manual handling capability

Financial Support

NHS Learning Support Fund:

• £5,000 annual grant (non-repayable)

• Additional £2,000 for childcare

• £3,000 specialist subject payment

BCU Excellence Scholarship:

• £1,500 for high-achieving students

Care Leaver Bursary:

• £1,000 per year plus support package

Clinical Placements & Careers

Work-Based Learning

Complete 1,500+ hours with:

• West Midlands Ambulance Service

• Hospital emergency departments

• Specialist trauma centers

• Community healthcare settings

Career Pathways

Graduate Roles:

• NHS Paramedic (£27,055-£40,588)

• Emergency Care Practitioner (£35,572-£50,819)

• Helicopter Emergency Service Paramedic

• Military Paramedic

Further Study Options:

• MSc Advanced Clinical Practice

• Physician Associate training

• Paramedic Practitioner degree

World-Class Training Facilities

Learn in our £41 million Seacole Building featuring:

• Ambulance simulation pods

• High-fidelity manikins with vital signs

• Hospital ward replicas

• Trauma simulation suites

• Interactive anatomy resources

Course Structure

Year 1: Foundations

• Human Anatomy & Physiology

• Emergency Care Principles

• Clinical Skills Development

• Professional Practice

Year 2: Clinical Application

• Acute & Chronic Conditions

• Pharmacology for Paramedics

• Emergency Driving Skills

• Major Incident Management

Year 3: Professional Practice

• Complex Case Management

• Leadership in Emergency Care

• Research in Paramedicine

• Consolidation Placement

Why Study at BCU?

Industry Connections

• Direct links with NHS ambulance trusts

• Regular scenario training with emergency services

• Guest lectures from senior paramedics

Student Support

• Dedicated placement officers

• Personal academic tutors

• Mental health and wellbeing services

• Disability support team

Professional Recognition

• Approved by HCPC and College of Paramedics

• Meets national paramedic curriculum standards

• Pathway to Registered Practitioner Status

This intensive program combines academic study with extensive practical experience, preparing you to save lives as a confident, competent paramedic.