MSc Paramedic Science

The MSc Paramedic Science course at Nottingham Trent University is a stimulating and demanding course that provides students with an advanced understanding of the professional practices and paramedic sciences. This course strengthens students' knowledge base, clinical leadership skills and acquiring research skills necessary to contribute to the development of evidence-based paramedic practice. A blended learning approach is taken utilizing seminars, lectures, case studies, workshops, skills labs, and online learning.Course Content: This course is divided equally between theoretical and practical study, including time in skills labs and placements in clinically relevant areas. Students will gain real-life work experience which will enhance their practical skills and their professional conduct. The course is structured in such a way that students will learn to understand the clinical, professional, legal, and ethical issues involved in the paramedic science.Key Modules: The key modules covered in the course includes Exploring Professional Paramedic practice, Applied Pathophysiology for Paramedic Science, Examination and Diagnostics of Patients, Applied Pharmacology for Paramedic Science, Independent Scholarship (Paramedic Practice) and Research methods.Accreditations: This course is prominently known for its strong connections with East Midlands Ambulance Services (EMAS) and is provided within the university's School of Social Sciences.Future Careers: After graduation, students are prepared for their professional role as advanced practitioners, clinical team leaders, emergency care practitioners, paramedic practitioners and managers in the ambulance services. This course also provides the foundation and potential means for progression onto doctoral studies or a professional doctorate.'For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.'