Paramedic Science

Studying a BSc in Paramedic Science will give you the essential skills, knowledge, and attributes to begin an exciting and rewarding career as a Registered Paramedic. You will learn about anatomy and physiology, the major body systems and the conditions that affect them, how to assess patients and identify life-threatening conditions, and administer life support. You will also develop an understanding of the role and relevance of research, concepts of patient care, and legal and ethical principles relating to healthcare.

Swansea University has over ten years of experience supporting learner paramedics through their educational journey. Many of our teaching staff are registered paramedics who still work in practice, providing an unrivalled combination of academic rigour and professional expertise.

We were ranked 2nd in the UK for Paramedic Science (Guardian University Guide 2024).

Our course is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council, enabling you to apply for registered status on completion of the course. This is a legal requirement for anyone who wishes to practise as a paramedic.

Our excellent facilities in the School of Health and Social Care include a realistic clinical suite so you can learn practical skills in a safe, supervised environment before using them in a real-life situation. You will also have access to realistic workplace experiences at the Welsh National Ambulance training centre.

Together with face-to-face learning activities, you will use digital solutions, such as Learning Space for clinical simulations, where you will receive immediate and detailed video feedback to enhance clinical learning and facilitate the development of essential paramedic skills. Virtual reality will be used to enhance anatomy teaching, allowing you to visualise organ systems and their relationships within the body.

Half of your course will be taught at our Singleton Park and the other half will take place in key clinical placements within the NHS and at Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust facilities.

These placements will include working on board operational ambulances, as well as with colleagues in hospital settings such as theatres, and accident and emergency departments.

You will also be joining a Top 25 UK University (Guardian University Guide 2024).