4Oct
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
Learn to treat and stabilise patients at the scene of an accident or emergency – in those crucial minutes when your knowledge and ability can be the difference between life and death. You'll learn front-line care through a combination of classroom theory, online learning and clinical placements. This course is part of a national drive to produce better-qualified paramedics by making the profession degree-only. On graduation, you'll be eligible for registration as a paramedic with the Health and Care Professions Council. Official Team GB partners Did you know that the University of Hull is the official University Partner of Team GB? Our united belief is that anyone, with the right opportunities ahead and a dedicated team behind, can achieve extraordinary things. This is what our partnership with Team GB is built on. Extraordinary is in you – and we’ll help you find it. What does this mean for you? It means that whether you’re studying sports science, or marketing, or logistics, or healthcare, or engineering, you’ll be able to gain invaluable experience through this unique partnership. We are working with Team GB to create opportunities for volunteering and work experience, to get involved with meet-and-greet sessions with Olympians, host on-campus talks from guest speakers and so much more. Some of our students recently helped Team GB athletes get their kit ready to compete in preparation for the Minsk 2019 European Games. It’s an extraordinary partnership, and you won’t find it anywhere else. Find out more at hull.ac.uk/teamgb
Modules
Year 1 Compulsory modules Clinical Practice Education 1 Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice Anatomy and Physiology for Paramedics Foundations of Professional Practice Applied Anatomy and Physiology Introduction to Pre-hospital Care Year 2 Compulsory modules Pathophysiology for Paramedics Research Methods Clinical Assessment and Examination for Paramedics Acute Pre-Hospital Care Clinical Practice Education 2 Interprofessional Working Year 3 Compulsory modules Clinical Pharmacology for Paramedics Management of the Critically Ill Patient Clinical Practice Education 3 Management of Trauma Change Management Preparing for Professional Practice All modules are subject to availability and this list may change at any time.
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.
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