Paramedic Science BSc (Hons)

Course Content

• Course Details

  The course has a modular curriculum, ensuring that you are able to develop both academically and practically. This course combines practical placements with blended academic study in each term. Placements can be in ambulance service work areas such as emergency ambulances, response cars, or in specialist roles such as paramedic practitioners. Other practice areas include experience in theatre departments/anaesthetics, A&E, maternity, minor injury/minor illness, coronary care and paediatrics.

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  • Stage 1
    • Interprofessional Education (IPE)
      Module code: FHS_IPE20

      Status: Compulsory
    • Fundamentals of Emergency Clinical Care (40 Credits)
      Module code: PSC1009

      Status: Compulsory
      The purpose of this module is to provide an underpinning of the key concepts and practice in Emergency care. This module will allow the student to develop clinical assessment and intervention skills using a range of equipment and technologies.
    • Biosciences 1 (30 Credits)
      Module code: PSC1010

      Status: Compulsory
      This module will ensure students demonstrate a robust knowledge base of anatomy physiology and pharmacology increase their understanding of the impact of disease or injury and us this understanding to assess & treat the wide range of conditions they are faced with in their operational environment.This will be achieved by using selected disease processes and injury patterns that enable reinforcement of basic anatomical and physiological principles as well as exploring the various pharmacological interventions that might be undertaken in practice.
    • Professional Studies for Paramedics (20 Credits)
      Module code: PSC1011

      Status: Compulsory
      This module will enable students to develop their knowledge and understanding of professional issues related to paramedic practice in order to provide care to a range of patients. It enables the student to view the patient from a more holistic perspective and develops their knowledge of a range of important areas to ensure safe ethical legal and socially aware practice. This module also introduces and develops reflective practice.
    • Paramedic Practice 1 (30 Credits)
      Module code: PSC1012P

      Status: Compulsory
      This work based learning module provides the essential practice experiences that students require in terms of the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) Standards of Proficiency (Paramedics).? To enable students to demonstrate an awareness of each of the Health and Care Professions Council Standards of Proficiency 1 -15.8 inclusive.
  • Stage 2
    • Paramedic Clinical Care (40 Credits)
      Module code: PSC2015

      Status: Compulsory
      This module will develop the student?s ability to assess and provide care to a range of patients building on the content of PSC1009. It aims to develop student?s knowledge and understanding of paramedic clinical assessment and management in order to manage a range of common clinical presentations encountered in out-of-hospital settings.
    • Biosciences 2 (30 Credits)
      Module code: PSC2016

      Status: Compulsory
      The module will integrate the students understanding of disease injury processes and pharmacological interventions and enable students to develop a safe and evidence based approach to management interventions (pharmacological and non-pharmacological) based on understanding and recognition of altered physiology. The student will be able to recognise common signs and symptoms and relate these to specific disease or patterns of injury.
    • Research Methods for Paramedic Practice (20 Credits)
      Module code: PSC2017

      Status: Compulsory
      Health and social care professionals require a critical understanding of research and development to facilitate evidence-based practice. The Department of Health emphasises the need for research awareness in many recent publications on research and development as a foundation on which health and social care provision will be modernised. Critical knowledge of research is expected to develop within the context of enhanced awareness of research governance and a very clear understanding of the ethical and legal responsibilities that pertain to all professionals whatever their level of involvement in research activity.This module will provide a foundation of knowledge of health and social care research and its application to developing innovative evidence based practice. Recent debates e.g. mixed methodology and practitioner research will ensure a contemporary context in the module.
    • Paramedic Practice 2 (30 Credits)
      Module code: PSC2018P

      Status: Compulsory
      This work based learning module provides the essential practice experiences that students require in terms of the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) Standards of Proficiency (Paramedics).? To enable students to demonstrate an awareness of each of the Health and Care Professions Council Standards of Proficiency 1 -15.8 inclusive.
  • Stage 3
    • Enhanced Clinical Care (30 Credits)
      Module code: PSC3016

      Status: Compulsory
      The purpose of this module is to enable students to comprehensively manage a range of clinical presentations in the out of hospital environment using leadership skills and principles of autonomous practice.
    • Contemporary Issues in Paramedic Practice (20 Credits)
      Module code: PSC3017

      Status: Compulsory
      This module will consolidate the knowledge skills and understanding taught in earlier modules related to communication team working decision making and ethico-legal perspectives. It will incorporate the additional concepts of human factors organisational culture and leadership which overall will enable the student to prepare for safe professional practice as a registrant. It reflects the essential need for safe effective and caring clinical practice which is required to form the basis of health care.
    • Paramedic Practice 3 (30 Credits)
      Module code: PSC3018P

      Status: Compulsory
      This work based learning module provides the essential practice experiences that students require in terms of the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) Standards of Proficiency (Paramedics).? To enable students to demonstrate an awareness of each of the Health and Care Professions Council Standards of Proficiency 1 -15.8 inclusive.
    • Practice-Focused Research Project (40 Credits)
      Module code: PSC4003

      Status: Compulsory
      The purpose of this module is to enable the student to undertake evidence acquisition and interpretation (using published evidence) that allows them to explain the implications for practice (analysis and synthesis) and propose changes in practice (change management) by undertaking an independent critical analytical in depth study of data on a selected topic which must be relevant to the student's professional discipline in order to identify implications for practice

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• Rules and Regulations

  You will be expected to conduct yourself in line with the Code of Conduct relating to student paramedics registering with the Health and Care Professions Council.

  If you were once a registered allied health professional but took a career break and are looking for more information about financial, clinical and academic support available to return to practice, please visit the Health Education England site.

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• Placements

  Placements give you a great opportunity to learn from current healthcare professionals, as well as the Police and Fire Service, who can share their learning and experience with you which will enhance your knowledge and experience.

  This course offers an even split between taught university sessions and practical placements. This course will be studied over 45 weeks per year.

  You will spend 37.5 hours on average per week in practice blocks, with your taught time being approximately 30 hours per week. You will need to complete approximately 750 hours of self-directed/private study for each year of the course.

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• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)

  How will I be assessed?

  Assessment methods used on the BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science include a practice portfolio, examinations, assignments, coursework and practical work-based assessments.

  Which Driving qualification do I need?

  You are required to obtain your C1 driving theory qualification before starting the course. Please note that you will need to fund your own C1 driving qualification, there is no financial support for this qualification.

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• Entry Requirements

  If you hold one of the following qualification you will be eligible to apply for the BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science:

  • BBC at A Level including a Science subject (Biology is desirable)
  • DDM at BTEC from courses in Science or Health subject areas
  • Access course (must be health or science related) you will need to achieve 15 level 3 credits at distinction and 30 level 3 credits at Merit

  It is essential that you have your C1 test booked by the 1st of September, prior to starting the course. The cost of C1 is your responsibility.

  In addition to the requirements above, you will need to have five or more GCSEs (or equivalents) at grade C/4 or above, including English, Mathematics and a Science subject.

  If you have relevant Urgent and Emergency Health Care experience and have a good knowledge of the role of the Paramedic then you are encouraged to apply for this course.

  Transferable skills relevant to Paramedic practice are essential with an excellent recommendation reference.

  For more information on how to make an application, please visit our How to Apply page.

  If you are an International student and would like information on making an application, please see our How to Apply page.

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• Fees and Funding

  UK & EU

  2020/21 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 20/21 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Full Time: £9,250

  2019/20 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 19/20 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Full Time: £9,250

  Additional costs

  • Travel costs to and from placements, and extra costs associate with placements, may be incurred throughout your studies depending on where you are based.
  • It is essential that you have your C1 test booked by the 1st of September, prior to starting the course. The cost of C1 is your responsibility.

  Please note that tuition fees for EU students will remain the same as UK fees for 2020/21. For more information, please visit the Gov UK website.

  International

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 18/19 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  International: £21,300

  For information on the scholarships available to you as an international student, please see our International scholarships page.

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Careers and Employability

Successful completion of the BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science will enable you to apply for registration as a Paramedic with the Health Professions Council, meeting the HCPC’s education requirements for registration.