The Bachelor of Paramedic Science is no longer available.

This program is not available for enrolment in 2015

This program is not available to International students.

Why study the Bachelor of Paramedic Science?

No new UQ enrolments in 2015. The program transferred to USQ in 2015.

This program prepares graduates for employment as ambulance paramedics. The first year of the program provides a strong foundational knowledge in anatomy, physiology, pathology and public health. Students will be prepared for paramedic practice with studies including communication, ambulance policies and procedures, and practical training in the use of ambulance equipment.

In the second and third years, students will explore common paramedic conditions and emergencies using a systems-based approach, with increased emphasis on acquiring knowledge and skills through patient-centred and case-based learning strategies. Clinical reasoning, problem solving and interpersonal skills are developed. This phase of the program also focuses on the contemporary role of paramedics as pre-hospital care professionals and includes topics such as legal and ethical principles in health, professional practice and clinical mentoring.

Students will undertake clinical placements with the Queensland Ambulance Service throughout the program to experience practical hands-on experience in the role of a paramedic.

What you can study

Courses and requirements

See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Paramedic Science.

Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.

Placement courses

Clinical Placements are an integral component of the Bachelor of Paramedic Science program and provide students with valuable "on-road" experience as a paramedic. There are 18 weeks of placements throughout the program, scheduled in 4-6 week blocks. These placements are undertaken with the Queensland Ambulance Service, and students will be rostered as the third officer on an emergency ambulance vehicle.

There are a number of requirements that students must meet prior to attending clinical placement with the Queensland Ambulance Service. For further information on these requirements, please click here.

Honours

Honours is available as an additional year of study.

How to apply

Entry requirements for Australian students

Prerequisites

Year 12 or equivalent, English (SA, 4) plus recommended study of one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

Additional application information

No new UQ enrolments in 2015. The program will transfer to USQ in 2015.

The University of Queensland (UQ) and the University of Southern Queensland (USQ) have agreed to transfer the UQ Ipswich Campus to USQ to increase tertiary education opportunities in the region. The formal transfer of the UQ Ipswich Campus to USQ will occur on, or around 7 January 2015.

As part of the transfer of the campus to USQ, the Bachelor of Paramedic Science program will also transfer to USQ in 2015. UQ will no-longer enrol any new students into UQ¿s Paramedic Science program. UQ is committed to a two year teach out at the Ipswich Campus to enable UQ students currently enrolled in Ipswich-based programs to complete their study at the Ipswich Campus.

For further information on the transfer of the Ipswich Campus from UQ to USQ please visit the Ipswich Campus website.

For further information regarding the program of Paramedic Science at the University of Southern Queensland please email study@usq.edu.au or phone 1800 269500.

Entry requirements for International students

View the entry requirements for international students.

Prerequisites

Year 12 or equivalent, English (SA, 4) plus recommended study of one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics. View the equivalent qualifications for International students.

Visa requirements

International students who wish to undertake this program will not qualify for a Student Visa. To study this program in Australia, international students must hold alternative Australian Visa/Residency status with a sufficient study entitlement. See Department of Home Affairs for further details. Alternatively, for programs available in 'External' mode, students may study from their home country.

How to apply

Applications must be lodged via the .

Click here for application procedures for International students.

What it costs

Fees for Australian students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

Fees for International students

When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.

If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.

Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.

If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.

What you can do with a Bachelor of Paramedic Science

Careers

On successful completion of the Bachelor of Paramedic Science you will be able to apply for an entry-level Ambulance Paramedic position with an Australasian ambulance service. With further training, other opportunities include Intensive Care/MICA Paramedic, Flight Paramedic, education and management roles.

Program rules for the Bachelor of Paramedic Science

To complete the Bachelor of Paramedic Science

To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelor of Paramedic Science, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.

A student is required to obtain #48 units from the BParamedSc list. Refer to the BParamedSc rules for further information.

Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.