University of Bradford has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
This honours degree has been developed in collaboration with Yorkshire Ambulance Service, and develops autonomous healthcare professionals with eligibility to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council as a Paramedic. This four-year sandwich degree programme is unique in the UK by virtue of the salaried sandwich year with Yorkshire Ambulance Service. You will learn the fundamentals of paramedic theory and practice in both university and ambulance service teaching facilities. You will also gain learning experiences under the direct supervision of mentors in ambulance service clinical practice placements, as well as other selected clinical practice areas. The programme includes:
- A paid sandwich year with the ambulance service providing a unique opportunity to gain work experience
- Clinical placements with a wide range of healthcare providers
- Innovative curriculum using problem-based learning
- Clear focus on patient safety
- Clear focus on managing the needs of aging populations, with taught content from leading dementia researchers
- Extensive use of high fidelity simulation to develop core skills and behaviours
Modules
Year 1 Introducing Paramedic Science (C) Paramedic Professional Practice 1 (C) Paramedic Professional Practice 2 (C) Year 2 Developing Paramedic Science (C) Paramedic Professional Practice 3 (C) Paramedic Professional Practice 4 (C) Year 3 Paramedic Professional Sandwich Year (C) Year 4 Integrating Paramedic Science and Practice (C) Adult Cardiology Examination and Assessment (O) Advanced Physical Assessment and Clinical Decision Making Skills (O) Applied Pathophysiology and Pharmacology in Acute and Long Term Conditions (O) Approaches to Dementia (O) Evidence Based Diabetes Care (O) Support for Learning in Practice (O)
Assessment method
During the first two years of the programme you will develop the essential clinical skills which are aligned to the role of 'Emergency Medical Technician II', including advanced driving techniques. At the end of year two of the programme you will apply to undertake a paid sandwich year, during which time you are employed by YAS in the role of 'Emergency Medical Technician II'. This will be a full time temporary contract and you will be paid in line with the agreed Agenda for Change (AFC) pay scales, according to Annexe U. This year is credit bearing and is a required element of the programme assessed on a pass/fail basis; however it does not contribute towards your degree classification. Assessment methodologies may include: 1. Written essay 2. Reflective Case study 3. Multiple Choice Question examination 4. Extended Matched Questions examination 5. Seminar or poster presentation 6. Practice skill competence, through Direct Observation of Procedures (DOPs) 7. Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) 8. Written project report 9. Completion of a Dissertation 10. Completion of a portfolio of skills
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Health and Care Professions Council
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B951
- Institution code:
- B56
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 128 points
A level - ABB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
T Level - D
All short-listed candidates will be interviewed. Acceptance is subject to completion of a satisfactory medical and Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Applicants must demonstrate in their application that they have researched the course and profession. A full clean driving licence with at least provisional C1 prior to the start of the course. The University welcomes applications from students with a wide range of qualifications from the UK and overseas, including combinations of qualifications. To check whether your qualifications meet the entry requirements for this course, please contact the University. The standard University requirement is IELTS 6.0 with no sub-test less than 5.0 (or equivalent).
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Other
All Applicants require a full, clean UK driving licence with at least provisional C1 entitlement at point of entry onto the programme. Licences with any endorsements will not be accepted. All students will be required to pass the C1 test by the end of academic year 2. Without this qualification they will be unable to progress further on thee programme. Applicants should be aware that it is their responsibility to maintain a full, clean UK driving licence throughout the duration of the programme and that failure to do so may prevent them from completing the sandwich year and therefore they may be unable to progress further on thee programme.
English language requirements
IELTS 7.0 with no sub-test less than 6.5
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| EU | £22180* | Year 1 |
| International | £22180* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Bradford
Richmond Road
Bradford
BD7 1DP