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Paramedic Science Degree

After sixth form or college. Many courses ask for one science. Expect an interview, a fitness assessment and a full driving licence by the end of the course.

• Level 6
• 3 years
• After sixth form or college
• 49 courses at 48 places
• Typical entrants around 128 UCAS points
• Median salary after 15 months £30,000
• after 3 to 5 years £30,500

Entry requirements

• With A-levels: No specific subjects required. Helpful: Biology, Chemistry, Physical Education, Psychology. Typical: ABB–BCC.
• With a T-level: Needs Health T-level. Typical: Merit or above.
• With a BTEC or college diploma: Needs BTEC Health & Social Care or BTEC Applied Science. Typical: DDM–DMM.

Careers it leads to

• Paramedic: Responds to emergencies and treats patients before they reach hospital.

Where to study it

A selection of universities. Open WayWhat for every course, with entry points, salaries and distance from home.

• City St George's, University of London
• University of Hertfordshire
• Anglia Ruskin University
• Oxford Brookes University
• Coventry University
• University of Plymouth
• Swansea University
• University of Greenwich

Revision guides

A-level Biology · A-level Chemistry · A-level Physical Education · A-level Psychology

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