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BSc (Hons) Paramedic Practice Bachelor's degree at Teesside University
BSc (Hons) Paramedic Practice at Teesside University is taught in English and leads to a Bachelor's degree qualification. Teesside University holds Gold for teaching quality in the Office for Students' TEF 2023 and is.
BSc (Hons)
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3
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About this course
BSc (Hons) Paramedic Practice is a Bachelor's degree (BSc (Hons)) at Teesside University, based in Teesside University Main Campus. It runs 3 years, studied full-time.
For Health sciences (non-specific) graduates from this provider, 93% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 98% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £28,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Nursing & Health, see the sections below.
Course evidence score
The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.
8.1
/ 10
Excellent
3 of 3 official measures
Student satisfaction
What students say in the National Student Survey
Solid66
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Graduate outcomes
In work or further study 15 months after graduating
Exceptional93
Moderate evidence Published sample: 60; avoid reading small differences as meaningful. Cohort 2021-23. Graduate Outcomes work or further study 93% (2021-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Continuation
Students who continue past their first year
Excellent84
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2022-23. Continuation 84% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Year 1 5 modules
- An Introduction to Evidence-based Practice for Health ProfessionalsCore
Module details
Explore evidence-based practice, clinical guidelines, audits and evaluations. Develop skills in research, formulating focused questions, developing effective search strategies and evaluating evidence to inform your clinical decision-making.
- Introduction to Human Physiology for Health ProfessionalsCore
Module details
Explore anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology relevant to paramedic practice. Effective practice demands an understanding of these areas so you begin to develop the knowledge base needed to underpin your understanding of key body systems areas.
- Paramedic Care 1Core
Module details
This is the foundation module for your paramedic practical and assessment skills. Emphasis is on the development of these skills throughout the first year. Learn how to take a comprehensive patient history to prioritise care and management of the service users you assess. You are prepared for your practice placement, facilitating the integration of the knowledge, skills and attributes required for paramedic practice.
- Practice Competencies and Portfolio: Level 4Core
Module details
Further develop the core knowledge and skills to practise competently and safely in your first year of study. Focus on placement in the ambulance environment; developing the fundamental care skills and knowledge required to practice safely and competently as a paramedic.
- Professionalism for Health ProfessionalsCore
Module details
Learn alongside other healthcare students and develop an understanding others' role, delivering contemporary health and social care within the context of interprofessional practice. Gain an understanding of professional issues relevant to practice, facilitating the development of professional behaviour, preparing you for the demands of practice, and ensuring you are sufficiently informed and equipped to practice safely.
Year 2 4 modules
- Developing Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Paramedic PracticeCore
Module details
Investigate the body's response to key acute and chronic illnesses that you encounter in practice and explore the effects of drugs and medicines.
- Dissertation Planning and Preparation for Health ProfessionalsCore
Module details
Build on the evidence-based practice module in year one, gaining the skills to become an evidence-based practitioner by extending your knowledge, understanding and practical experience in several areas. You develop a research proposal that you take forward to the dissertation.
- Paramedic Care 2Core
Module details
Examine how you can support service users to self-manage their condition with or without further advice or treatment, refer them to another health care professional or provider, or manage care during transport to another facility. Simulation and e-learning enables you to make the link between theory, evidence, and their impact on decisions in practice.
- Practice Competencies and Portfolio: Level 5Core
Module details
Further develop the core knowledge and skills to practise competently and safely in the second year of study. You are placed within the ambulance placement area to allow you to develop the skills and knowledge required to practice safely and competently as a paramedic.
Year 3 4 modules
- Developing Leadership and Service Improvement Skills for the Future Ready ProfessionalCore
Module details
Develop knowledge and understanding of healthcare policy, statutory and professional policy, and explore the impact of these with respect to patient care, professional practice, and paramedic service delivery. There is a strong emphasis on your personal and professional development, exploring the theories and concepts underpinning continuous professional development, leadership, human dimension of change and quality improvement.
- Dissertation for Health ProfessionalsCore
Module details
Undertake a research project that you designed. This is an independent project and you are supported by a designated project supervisor. Your dissertation is an opportunity to demonstrate how you have integrated all your learning of evidence-based practice, decision-making and complex problem-solving.
- Paramedic Care 3Core
Module details
Explore the core practice competencies, specific paramedic skills and competency development requirements for Level 6. Demonstrate you can adapt your approach, and lead a team effectively when dealing with an acute or life threatening emergency or illness, or long term or chronic condition. Focus on patients who present with a minor injury or illness across the lifespan and on mental health issues, and the needs of learning disability patients, older adults, and end of life care.
- Practice Competencies and Portfolio: Level 6Core
Module details
Further develop your practice skills, knowledge and experience gained in years one and two in the practice setting. You must demonstrate autonomous practice under the supervision of your paramedic practice educator.
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
You'll study the theory and practice of nursing and health care, progressing from clinical foundations to specialist practice and professional registration. Year 1 typically covers core nursing skills, communication and person-centred care, alongside anatomy and physiology. Year 2 moves into acute and long-term care, medicines management and pharmacology. Year 3 focuses on complex care, leadership and evidence-based practice. Throughout, you'll undertake supervised practice placements, a course like this normally integrates placements across every year, making up around half your study. You may specialise in areas such as adult nursing, mental health, children's nursing, community and primary care, or leadership, working towards NMC registration.
Who it's for
This course suits those committed to paramedic practice and emergency healthcare. You'll typically need a UCAS tariff of 144–159 points; many entrants (44% of accepted students in recent years) came via an Access course, which may be an alternative route if you don't hold traditional qualifications. Check the university's admissions pages for specific entry requirements and support.
University & format
This BSc (Hons) in Paramedic Practice is taught at Teesside University, a University based on its main campus. The course runs over 3 years on a full-time basis and is taught in English. As a UK degree-awarding body, the qualification is nationally recognised. Teesside University received a Gold award for teaching quality in the Office for Students' TEF 2023.
Student satisfaction
How students on this course answered the National Student Survey, by theme.
Share of students responding positively.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
Application timelineWhat happens next
- 2027 entryCompleted applications can be submitted
Your application needs a reference before you can send it.
- 2026 entryFinal date for 2026 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2026 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
- 2027 entryEqual-consideration deadline
18:00 UK time for most undergraduate courses.
Show 5 later dates
- 2027 entryUCAS Extra opens
Applicants who used all five choices and hold no offer may be able to add another choice.
- 2027 entryLast day applications go directly to providers
Applications received after 18:00 UK time are entered into Clearing.
- 2027 entryClearing opens
Eligible applicants can see vacancies and release themselves into Clearing.
- 2027 entryFinal date for 2027 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2027 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
AccreditationHCPC
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Entry & how to get in
Most entrants held an Access course44% of accepted students came in with an Access course (entrants over recent years).
Typical UCAS tariff: 144 - 159 pointsThe most common UCAS tariff band among accepted students. This is what entrants had, not a stated requirement.
Entry requirements are set by the universityGrades, subjects and contextual offers vary. Check Teesside University's official course page for the current offer.
Who gets in
What recently admitted students actually held, official admissions data, not a stated requirement.
UCAS tariff of entrants
Grades are the A-level equivalent of each points band. Tap a band to check your own chances below.
Qualifications held on entry
| Qualification | Share |
|---|---|
| an Access course | 44% |
| A-levels or equivalent | 42% |
| another higher-education qualification | 11% |
| a foundation course | 2% |
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Competitive entry
Accepted students typically held strong UCAS tariffs. Check how your predicted grades compare and whether a contextual offer applies.
Will you get in? Plot your grades
Pick your predicted A-levels and watch your UCAS points land on the real spread of students admitted to this course.
Your UCAS points0
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Each bar is the share of admitted students in that UCAS-points band (lower → higher). Grades show the A-level equivalent.
Add your grades to see where you land
Based on the official admitted-student tariff distribution. Many universities make contextual (reduced-grade) offers, so a result below the range doesn’t rule you out.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
Apply by13 January 2027, 18:00 UK timefor this course
Typical gradesA*AAA-level equivalent admitted students held
UCAS codeB780quote this on your application
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course (code B780). One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by 13 January 2027, 18:00 UK time
UCAS equal-consideration deadline for most undergraduate courses. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
💡 Many universities make a contextual (reduced-grade) offer, for example based on your school’s results, time in care, or where you live. Ask Teesside University whether you’re eligible before you apply; it can lower the grades you need.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Homeup to £9,790 / yr
Internationalset by the university
Standard capped home fee at English providers (2026/27); Scotland, Wales & NI differ.
Check fees at Teesside University →For students who normally live in England
illustrative Maintenance Loan per year
£9,790tuition used per year, illustrative full-time England fee-cap scenario
illustrative borrowing over 3 years
2026/27 Student Finance England figures. Maintenance support is means-tested and this two-point view is not an entitlement calculator. The course total uses its published length and home fee where both are available; a missing full-time fee uses the clearly labelled England-cap scenario, while part-time fees and unknown lengths are never guessed. Use the official calculator. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland use separate systems: SAAS, Student Finance Wales, and Student Finance NI.
Starting on or after 1 January 2027?
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement is a separate system. A new learner’s tuition entitlement is currently stated as £39,160 (about 480 credits at 2026/27 fee levels), subject to prior study and eligibility. Check the official LLE guide.
Paying for it
- Tuition Fee Loan: can cover eligible tuition up to the applicable limit and is paid straight to the provider.
- Maintenance Loan: up to £10,830/yr away from home outside London (England, 2026/27), means-tested on household income.
- Repayment: 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below it; written off after 40 years.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
England figures shown; Scotland, Wales & NI run their own schemes, check gov.uk.
Funding matched to this course
All Teesside University funding →Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
Named awards published by the university. Compare the eligibility and application route before budgeting for one.
undergraduates
Check eligibility →National funding for this subject
- NHS Learning Support Fund: Eligible nursing, midwifery and allied-health students can receive a non-repayable training grant. Official guidance
Amounts, exclusions and deadlines can change. An award is not guaranteed unless the university confirms it.
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Careers & earnings
What Nursing & Health graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
Graduate earnings: this course
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £28,000 | £27,500 – £28,500 | 60 |
| 3 years after | £36,500 | £29,000 – £41,000 | 40 |
| 5 years after | £40,500 | £30,000 – £46,000 | 35 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Moderate evidence. Published sample: 60; avoid reading small differences as meaningful. Cohort 2021-23.
Graduate outcomes, 15 months on: this course
93%
in work or further study 15 months on
98%
in highly skilled work or study
84%
continue past their first year
94%
find their work meaningful
91%
say work fits their future plans
- 1Newly Qualified PractitionerPreceptorship / first post · 0–2 yrs
- 2Registered PractitionerAutonomous practice · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / SpecialistSpecialist or team lead · 5–10 yrs
- 4Advanced / Consultant PractitionerAdvanced practice or management · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Nursing & Health nationally
Starting (15 months) HESA GO
£28,000
£27,000 – £30,500After 3 years LEO
£36,500
£23,800 – £33,600After 5 years LEO
£40,500
£27,200 – £38,400national rangethis course’s medianaxis £22,500 – £42,000
National figures for Nursing & Health graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
What happened to 100 students?
Choose an outcome to translate the published percentage into a simple 100-person view. Each dot represents one percentage point, not an individual tracked student.
93 of 100
were in work or further study
15 months after graduation
79% working12% working and studying2% in further study98% in highly skilled work or study
Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2021-23. Moderate evidence. Published sample: 60; avoid reading small differences as meaningful. Cohort 2021-23. Each tab is a separate published measure; categories can overlap and should not be added together.
Value compared with similar courses
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Nursing & Health courses at the same study level.
This course £40,500Peer median £31,500Middle 50% £28,000–£34,000
97th percentile
Compared with 1,506 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
UK occupations graduates enter
Published graduate destinations, joined conservatively to UK SOC 2020, ONS pay and Skills England demand.
- Other Health ProfessionalsSOC 2020 225 · 93% of published destinations · ASHE median £42,902
Discover Uni JOBLIST/JOBTYPE; ONS ASHE 2025 provisional, all employee jobs; Skills England Occupations in Demand 2025. SOC is shown only for an exact normalised label match; demand is shown only at exact four-digit SOC. Published sample: 195; response rate: 51%. Pay describes the occupation across workers, not a guaranteed graduate salary.
Job market & outlook
How Nursing & Health graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
90%
in work or further study 15 months after graduating, across Nursing & Health courses nationally.
Graduate Outcomes87%
of working graduates are in highly skilled work or further study.
highly skilled85%
of students continue past their first year (still enrolled or completed).
continuationHow AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine documentation and triage support
- Scheduling and records admin
- First-pass risk flags from data
- Standard reference look-ups
More human than ever
- Hands-on, compassionate care
- Clinical judgement and accountability
- Communicating with patients and families
- Ethics and safeguarding decisions
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Nursing & Health graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- NHS trusts
- Private healthcare
- Care providers
- Community & mental-health services
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Nursing & Health graduates.
Nursing Home ManagerJarrodean Healthcare RecruitmentSenior Charge Nurse Uist Community Nursing teamNHS National Services ScotlandCare Assistant - Nursing Home | Flexible Hours, Weekly PayMpa RecruitmentCare Assistant (Nursing) - Nightshift - RatheaneMacklin Care Homes LimitedSenior Support Worker: Meaningful Care & Flexible ShiftsPotens GroupDental NurseBupa Dental CareLive from the StudySmarter job board · as of 2026-08-01.See all matching jobs
Is this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
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Student finance
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years.
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Where graduates go
93% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, with a median salary of £28,000. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
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Your entry chances
Use the UCAS points calculator above to see how your predicted grades compare with admitted students, and whether a contextual offer could apply.
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Official-data snapshot
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 8.1 out of 10: NSS 65.7% · in work or study 93% · continued 84%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
Teesside University
All students21,570
International28.5%
Aged 25+57%
Subjects allied to medicine across the UK
Students360,360
Aged 25+51.5%
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around Teesside University Main Campus
2,900 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
Violent Crime 963Shoplifting 389Anti Social Behaviour 331Public Order 257Criminal Damage Arson 199
Police.uk street-level API. Approximate locations, not confined to campus. England, Wales and Northern Ireland; not Scotland.
Is Nursing & Health right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to Teesside University from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is set per course by Teesside University; international fees are typically £12,000–£30,000/year for classroom subjects and higher for lab/clinical ones. You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check Teesside University’s funding pages.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with Teesside University and gov.uk before you apply.
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Common questions
How competitive is entry?
Entry is competitive. Accepted students typically held strong UCAS tariffs. The most common tariff band among recent entrants was 144 - 159 UCAS points. Use the calculator on this page to see where your predicted grades would put you; many universities also make lower contextual offers.
What are the entry requirements?
Set by Teesside University. Most accepted students held an Access course. Check the university's course page for the exact offer.
What do graduates go on to do?
For Health sciences (non-specific) graduates from this provider, 93% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 98% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £28,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
What will it cost me?
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years. See Fees & funding on this page to work out your numbers.
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