About Bsc (hons) Paramedic Science in Bournemouth University

With the equal split of theory and practical elements, this course will prepare you to fulfil the role of a modern-day paramedic, ready for an ever-changing and evolving workforce.

Why study BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science at BU?

• The course maintains small cohort sizes resulting in excellent lecturer-to-student ratio meaning more support, education and resource availability, throughout your three years. 
• Experience over 2,000 hours of placement experience throughout the course in a diverse array of settings. 
• This course is endorsed by the College of Paramedics and approved by the HCPC, so you will be able to register as a qualified practitioner once you graduate. 88% of or allied health graduates were either in employment or higher education within 15 months of graduating. 
• Practice in state-of-the-art facilities at our brand-new Bournemouth Gateway Building, including a newly built ambulance simulation suite, hospital wards and community home settings.
• There are opportunities to undertake training and exercises at external locations across the region
• As well as providing emergency care for critically ill patients, you will develop advanced assessment and decision-making skills so you can decide the appropriate referral method for less seriously unwell patients. 

Entry requirements

• High School leaving examinations - We will consider any High School leaving examinations that are considered to be the equivalent to A-level examinations in the UK.

English language requirements

• IELTS: 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each component.
• TOEFL iBT: 60-78 overall.
• PTE Academic: 54 (with no less than 51 in each component).

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Bournemouth University Cost of Attendance

The information below is designed as a guide to the living expenses at university. For those who stay on-campus, the cost of utilities and transportation will be saved as the students will be given annual bus pass.