Paramedic Science BSc (Hons)
University of NorthamptonWaterside Campus, Northampton
Course overview
We have received strong applications for 2026 entry and the BSc Paramedic Science course is expected to be full – so we are currently closed to new applications. Applications for 2026 are still welcome on our other health and sports courses. The programme will reopen in September 2026 for the 2027/28 academic year.
The University of Northampton’s Paramedic Science degree programme will provide you with a wide range of academic and practical components to equip you with the required competencies to become a Paramedic registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). For Satisfied with feedback in Paramedic Science For Student Positivity – National Student Survey 2025 Based on Office for Students (OfS) data from the National Student Survey. Guardian data from the 2026 Paramedic Science subject table and Health Professions subject table.
This programme is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and is endorsed by the College of Paramedics. Upon successful completion of the BSc Paramedic Science course, you will be eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and membership with the College of Paramedics.
Key highlights
- Accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Endorsed by the College of Paramedics
- Graduates eligible to apply for HCPC registration as a paramedic
- Eligible for College of Paramedics membership on completion
- Combines academic study with practical components to build paramedic competencies
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBC — to include including a Science subject (Biology is desirable) DMM
- BTEC: DMM — …BBC at A Level including a Science subject (Biology is desirable) DMM at BTEC/Cambridge Technical from courses in Science or Health subject areas Merit at T Level in Biology, Science or Health related subject Access cour…
- T-level: Merit — …BTEC/Cambridge Technical from courses in Science or Health subject areas Merit at T Level in Biology, Science or Health related subject Access course (must be health or science related) course with 45 credits at Merit or above If…
- Access to HE Diploma — must be health or science related) course with 45 credits at Merit or above If you have relevant Urgent and Emergency Health Care experience and have a good k
Scholarships
ICAEW Foundation Bursary
Three annual payments of £4,000
Up to £12,000John Lowe Accounting and Finance Scholarship
Scholarship is paid as £1,000 in the second and third years of study.
Up to £2,000Northampton Energy Elite Athlete Scholarship
This scheme offers the student athlete a support network enabling them to balance the demands of performance sport with academic study.
Reid Science, Engineering, and Computing Bursary
£500 per year of study
Up to £1,500TD Lewis Scholarship
The T D Lewis Scholarship provides both undergraduate and postgraduate students with financial awards of up to £1,000.
Up to £100The Chancellor's Fund
Up to £50The University of Northampton International Scholarship
The University of Northampton International Scholarship Scheme is a merit-based scholarship that provides up to a £4,000 reduction in tuition fees.
Wilson Endowment Scholarship
Successful students will receive three annual payments of £500, one for each year of study.
Up to £1,500
Careers this course leads to
- Paramedic
- Emergency Care Practitioner
- Ambulance Service Paramedic
- Critical Care Paramedic
- Specialist Paramedic
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Northampton, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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