Paramedic Science

Holders of the Community College Diploma (2/3 years) with an overall GPA of 2.7 out of 4 will be considered for undergraduate entry.

To study at UWE Bristol you must demonstrate that your English level is high enough for university study. We accept a number of different Secure English Language Tests (SELT) for entry onto our degree courses, with IELTS being the most common. English language requirements vary slightly from subject to subject.

Please see a list of other acceptable English language qualifications.

Professional accreditation

This course is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), so you will be eligible to apply for registration as a paramedic with them when you graduate. It is also endorsed by the College of Paramedics (CoP).

Placements

You'll spend approximately half the course applying your knowledge and building professional skills in the workplace. Students must achieve a minimum of 1,500 hours across the three years. Placements are usually located within a 60-minute travel time from UWE Bristol (max. 90 min).

The range of placement experiences will help you make informed career choices and put you in a strong position for employment. We have excellent links with the top employers in the South West, and you'll go on placements in both emergency and unplanned care environments.

You could work with the South Western Ambulance Service, in a hospital emergency department, operating theatre, obstetric unit, children's unit, or community mental health or primary care team. You'll also get to work with the hazardous area response team.

Please note: both ambulance and non-ambulance placements can be located outside of the Bristol area. You'll need to have a method of transport to attend these placements. Due to the unsocial nature of shift times, you won't be able to rely on public transport.

Study facilities

Benefit from specialist learning and teaching facilities at Glenside, including one of the best healthcare libraries in the country.

Tap into a huge selection of books, journals, audio-visual materials and specialist health and social care software, to support your studies.

The course has a practical focus, and you'll get to practise and hone your professional skills in our advanced Skills Simulation Suite.

Learn more about UWE Bristol's facilities and resources.

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