Overview

This Paramedicine programme from Charles Sturt University is one of the few dedicated paramedicine degrees in New South Wales carrying full accreditation with the Council of Ambulance Authorities.

It can take you from outback Australia to the heart of London, and many places in between.

The Bachelor of Paramedicine prepares you to work in emergency ambulance and out-of-hospital healthcare environments in regional, remote and urban settings.

Key facts

Charles Sturt University was Australia's first provider of a paramedicine degree and has a proud history of producing high-quality paramedicine graduates with excellent employment outcomes.

You'll learn from academics who are international leaders, bringing diverse overseas experiences to the curriculum, while also maintaining close ties with the largest ambulance service in Australia, NSW Ambulance.

Not only will you benefit from learning in simulation facilities and equipment on campus at Bathurst or Port Macquarie; you'll also undertake supported work placements, enabling you to learn directly from practising paramedics in real-life emergency care settings.

International study opportunities also provide unique insights, skills and experiences that will ultimately enhance your competitiveness in the workforce.

This course focuses on delivering community-based paramedicine, including integration with health providers in urban, rural and remote communities.

Become a qualified paramedic who can care for critically ill patients and engage and care for obstetric, geriatric, paediatric and special needs patients.

Your skill set will encompass advanced trauma and cardiac life support, stroke management and airway management including endotracheal intubation, laryngeal mask airways and cricothyroidotomy.

Career opportunities

When you graduate, you'll be ready to make your mark in a wide range of emergency, ambulance and out-of-hospital health care environments as a registered paramedic.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Pharmacology for Paramedicine

Science Communication and Methodology

Integrating Paramedic Medical Science

Life Span Health Issues and Paramedic Care

Clinical Simulation

The Dynamics of Health Care Practice

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 48 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-13 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-05-29 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

192 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Bathurst, Australia
Port Macquarie, Australia

Disciplines

Medicine Health Sciences View 96 other Bachelors in Medicine in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

CRICOS CODE: 036176A

A completed High School Certificate with a minimum ATAR required (including adjustment factors) or equivalent.

Successful completion of two university-level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.

A completed AQF Certificate IV or higher level qualification.

A completed Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies.

Paramedics employed with an ambulance service provider.

Full-time medics with the Australian Defence Forces (ADF) who have completed the Basic Medical Assistance course and have 2 years post-qualification experience.

Licensed or Registered Advanced Care Paramedics (ACP) in Canada with a minimum of 12 months full-time or part-time experience.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

37120 AUD / year

≈ 37120 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9536 AUD / year

≈ 9536 AUD / year

Additional Details

Domestic student fees: Commonwealth grant scheme (CGS)

Living costs

Bathurst

Australia

1260 - 2250 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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