Paramedic Science BSc (Hons)
University of Bedfordshire
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 20 graduates of Paramedic Science BSc (Hons) at University of Bedfordshire for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Health Sciences (Non-Specific).
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Health Sciences (Non-Specific)
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Health Sciences (Non-Specific) at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £25000 | £21000 | £24000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £25000 - £26000 | £15000 - £24000 | £20000 - £30000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Health Sciences (Non-Specific)
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £26587 | £25499 | £28607 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £25118 - £29741 | £18108 - £32192 | £20919 - £36652 |
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Course Description
The role of a paramedic is vital, rewarding, and expanding – with increasing emphasis on clinical decision-making skills – offering you an ideal career if you thrive under pressure and want a varied role in medical care.
This innovative course, developed in partnership with the East of England Ambulance Service, will develop your clinical knowledge and confidence in simulated situations.
Spend around 50% of your time in supervised, supported practice, enabling you to experience the full 24-hour working pattern.
Your final year research project will enable you to progress to employment as a professional paramedic with a strong research base and potential for professional development.
The course is recognised by the Health and Care Professions Council and leads to eligibility to register, on completion, as a registered paramedic.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Paramedic Science BSc (Hons) at University of Bedfordshire
| 90% | Finance Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis
Access to HE Diploma
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
GCSE grade C or grade 4 in Mathematics, English and Science Applicants should have a full driving licence at point of interview as you will need to gain your C1 driving licence during the course. NVQ Level 3 and A-Level General Studies will not be accepted. We are happy to consider applicants with alternative qualifications and/or work experience. If you would like to check if your qualifications will be accepted please contact the Admissions Team.
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 5.0
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 6.0
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
University Rankings
Positions of University of Bedfordshire in top UK and global rankings.
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About University of Bedfordshire
The University of Bedfordshire is a publicly funded university located in Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire, England. One of the main campuses, in Luton, is home to the university’s Business, Media, Art & Design, Science, Computing, Law, Psychology, and Social Sciences schools. The Bedford campus is just a twenty minute walk from the town centre, and is home to the Primary Education, Secondary Education, Physical Education, Sport and Exercise Sciences, and Tourism schools.
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Student composition of University of Bedfordshire
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Bedfordshire by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 10090
- postgraduates:
- 3170
- Total:
- 13260
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Paramedic Science”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Paramedic Science BSc (Hons) | Oxford Brookes University | 40% | 0% | 5% | £9250 | £16700 | 137 | Oxford | On campus Full-time |
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Paramedic Science BSc (Hons) | University of Gloucestershire | 61% | 0% | 3% | £9250 | £15000 £15450 | 150 | Cheltenham | On campus Full-time |
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Paramedic Science BSc (Hons) | University of Bradford | 100% | 0% | 5% | £9250 | £22180 | 175 | Bradford | On campus Full-time |
