Paramedic Science BSc (Hons)

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.<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>The programme includes:<br/><br/><br/>- A paid sandwich year with the ambulance service providing a unique opportunity to gain work experience<br/><br/><br/>- Clinical placements with a wide range of healthcare providers<br/><br/><br/>- Innovative curriculum using problem-based learning<br/><br/><br/>- Clear focus on patient safety<br/><br/><br/>- Clear focus on managing the needs of aging populations, with taught content from leading dementia researchers<br/><br/><br/>- Extensive use of high fidelity simulation to develop core skills and behaviours<br/><br/><br/>**The role of the Paramedic**<br/><br/>The Paramedic is an essential part of the current and future NHS workforce.<br/><br/>Paramedics have traditionally responded to 999 emergencies, but increasing demand for services has seen innovative ways of working across the emergency care system emerge, with Paramedics working in a range of environments.<br/><br/>To cope with these demands, the Paramedic needs to manage an increasingly diverse range of situations. On this programme you will learn how to manage undifferentiated patients, take medical histories, perform physical examinations, request and interpret tests, diagnose injury and illness, provide appropriate treatment and management, and counsel on preventative healthcare.<br/><br/>Our unique sandwich degree offers you the chance to gain valuable real-world clinical experience and develop specialisms, providing opportunities for accelerated career progression and diversity within the ambulance service.

The University of Bradford is a place where great things happen. Expect a welcoming city centre campus, approachable lecturers, understanding and helpful support services, a lively community of sports and societies, and a culturally diverse city right on your doorstep. The Students’ Union is there for you from day one and offers loads of societies to help you get involved and make you feel at home.<br/><br/>All degrees at Bradford are geared towards employability. They're designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills and practical training to make you feel confident, competent and ready to leave your mark on the world.<br/><br/>You can become the very best version of yourself at Bradford. You'll be supported every step of the way to make sure you reach your full potential, both academically and personally.<br/><br/>At Bradford, you get a real-world education, and you'll develop the skills that employers actually need. Bradford encourages students to undertake placement years to gain experience, and while at the university, you'll have access to renowned lecturers and cutting-edge facilities.