Paramedic Science Canterbury Christ Church University

Overview

The Paramedic Science degree at Canterbury Christ Church University provides students with the essential clinical skills and theoretical knowledge required to excel as an autonomous healthcare professional. This challenging course focuses on preparing you to be the first on the scene, delivering life-saving treatment and support in diverse emergency and urgent care environments.

Why Paramedic Science at Canterbury Christ Church University?

Students benefit from exceptional graduate prospects, with the institution ranked in the top 10 in the UK for Paramedic Science career outcomes by the Complete University Guide. The university offers access to specialist health facilities, including high-tech clinical simulation suites and simulated hospital wards that replicate real-world medical scenarios.

A significant strength of the programme is its robust partnership with the South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust. This collaboration ensures that approximately 50% of the course is dedicated to clinical placements, allowing students to gain over 1500 hours of hands-on experience alongside experienced practitioners in both ambulance and community settings.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 17000 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Academic Skills
• Human Science
• Ambulance Practice
• Systems, Team Working and Core Skills in Healthcare
• Human Biology
• Professional Healthcare Standards
• Clinical Decision-making And Leadership Skills

Careers with Paramedic Science

Graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), a mandatory requirement for practicing as a paramedic in the UK. The programme boasts a 100% employment or further study rate within 15 months of completion, according to the Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025.

Qualified professionals can pursue diverse roles within the NHS or private sector, including specialist clinical practice in critical care or urgent care. Beyond frontline ambulance work, career paths extend into management, healthcare education, and research. Many graduates also choose to extend their expertise through postgraduate Master’s or Doctoral degrees in allied health subjects.