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UndergraduateUniversity of Hull has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Start your journey to becoming a life-saving paramedic with the University of Hull's Paramedic Science degree. You’ll learn how to treat patients in emergencies, giving you the skills needed to make a real difference. When you graduate, you'll be ready to register as a paramedic with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). At Hull, you'll split your time between classroom learning and hands-on practice. You'll train in the modern Allam Medical Building and get real-world experience with the Yorkshire Ambulance Service. As a bonus, you'll receive at least £5,000 a year to support your studies. Why study at Hull? • Financial support: Receive £5,000 a year or more to support your studies through the NHS Learning Support Fund • State-of-the-art facilities: Develop life-saving skills in the modern Allam Medical Building • Accredited course: Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Where could this take me? Graduating from this HCPC-approved course means you can swiftly register as a paramedic and start a rewarding career. With strong ties to the Yorkshire Ambulance Service, the course is designed to meet the high demand for paramedics. This means you'll have excellent job prospects and be well-prepared for a successful career in emergency medical services.
Modules
Core modules include: Introduction to Pre-hospital Care Applied Anatomy and Physiology Anatomy and Physiology for Paramedics Pathophysiology for Paramedics Acute Pre-hospital Care Interprofessional Working (Paramedic Science) Management of Trauma Management of Critically Ill Patient Clinical Pharmacology for Paramedics
Assessment method
You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree. Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests. Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work. Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Health and Care Professions Council
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B780
- Institution code:
- H72
- Campus name:
- The University of Hull
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 120 points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 30 points
T Level - M
Applicants must also have GCSE Mathematics, English and Science at Grade C/4 The Level 4 Associate Ambulance Practitioner qualification is acceptable along with the relevant GCSE English & Maths at grade C/4. Applicants with other qualifications are welcome to apply.
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Health checks
Interview
Other
A professional reference is required as well as an academic one
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | This course requires IELTS 7.0 overall, with no less than 7.0 in each skill. |
We may consider an alternative English Language test for entry to this programme. Please contact us at [email protected] for further details on acceptable equivalents.
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| England | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250* | Year 1 |
| International | £19500* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Hull
Admissions Office
Cottingham Road
Hull
HU6 7RX