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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: 86G3

Paramedic Science

Bournemouth University
Poole, England
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3 yearsDuration
£20,685Per Year (Intl)
£28,500Avg. Graduate Salary
92%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science at Bournemouth University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about improving patient care. Based in Poole, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Our degree is endorsed by the College of Paramedics and approved by the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC). On successful completion of this course, you will be able to register as a qualified practitioner. 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 1,500 hours of placement experience throughout the course in a diverse array of settings supported with Simulated Based Education. International tuition fees are £20,685 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 92% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £28,000 within three years, a 95% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Anatomy and Physiology for Paramedics
Clinical Assessment and Decision Making
Pharmacology and Therapeutics
Emergency Care Procedures
Mental Health and Safeguarding in Practice
Ambulance Service Operations and Clinical Governance
Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice
Paramedic Practice Placement and Professional Development
UCAS Code:86G3
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

International Baccalaureate

30 - 32 points

30 - 32 points including grade H5 in a required subject.

UCAS Points112

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic76.56.56.56.5
PTE Academic76

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£20,685

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£62,055

Home Student Fee

£9,535

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Bournemouth University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£27,000£28,500£32,000
3 years£21,000£28,000£32,500
5 years£21,500£30,500£37,000

UK subject average: £28,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£28,000
UK average
£28,500
Salary 5 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£30,500
UK average
£28,500

Salary trend: ↑ up £2,500 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH02). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

78%Working
2%Studying
12%Work & Study
1%Seeking Work
87%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
92%
Learning opportunities
91%
Assessment and feedback
92%
Academic support
91%
Organisation and management
77%
Learning resources
98%
Student voice
82%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
95%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About Bournemouth University

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