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Bachelor of Paramedic Science

Students gain a strong foundation in clinical and paramedic sciences.

They examine the contemporary role of paramedics as both professionals within the community and as an integral part of the greater medical, allied health and emergency services community. Students develop clinical knowledge, skills and practice through both simulation and ambulance service placements. Paramedic practice is studied across the paramedic and allied health disciplines of pre-hospital emergency care and primary healthcare practice. Clinical practicums are conducted with the QAS and other health agencies.

Study location QTAC code
  • Sunshine Coast 013431
Minimum selection threshold
OP - 12 Rank - 74
UniSC program code
SC395
Commence
Semester 1 only
Duration
3 years full time or equivalent part time
Recommended prior study
English; Biology; at least one other science subject
Other requirements
Applicants from a non-English speaking background must attain an IELTS score of at least 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each subtest. Refer to English language requirements
Fee type 2014
  • Commonwealth supported places
  • Fee paying places
Total units
288

They examine the contemporary role of paramedics as both professionals within the community and as an integral part of the greater medical, allied health and emergency services community. Students develop clinical knowledge, skills and practice through both simulation and ambulance service placements. Paramedic practice is studied across the paramedic and allied health disciplines of pre-hospital emergency care and primary healthcare practice. Clinical practicums are conducted with the QAS and other health agencies.

Post-admission requirements

Prior to undertaking any clinical practicum students must obtain a Blue card, a current Apply First Aid (Senior) certificate, provide evidence of Hepatitis B immunisation or failure to seroconvert, and undergo a criminal history check. In addition to these requirements students before undertaking clinical placements with the Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) must undergo a health and medical assessment and health-related fitness assessment. Clinical placement information is also available on the QAS website.

Career opportunities

Ambulance paramedic, pre-hospital emergency care, aeromedical, rescue and retrieval, remote and rural healthcare, clinical education.

Membership

Paramedics Australasia; Student Paramedics Australasia (SPA).

Program structure

For students commencing Semester 1, 2014. All other students please refer to previous handbooks.

Program requirements

In order to graduate you must:

  • Complete all required courses as listed below
  • Complete all clinical practicum courses
    • To undertake clinical practicum in Queensland with QAS and other health care facilities, you must meet the minimum requirements, by week 13 of Semester 1.
    • While the university will attempt to place you close to your preferred placement area this cannot be guaranteed and you may be required to undertake some of your clinical placements outside the region or in a rural area.

Program notes
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods, including case studies, essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests, clinical scenarios (OSCA’s) and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
  • As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
  • Students will be required to cover all additional costs associated with this program. Information outlining the current requirements will be made available to all prospective applicants, and students will be provided more detailed information on starting the program.
  • Some courses within this program must be completed over the Summer and Winter Semesters and require students to commit to full-time unpaid employment.
  • Not available to international students on a Student Visa.
  • When enrolling, please refer to the Study Plan.

Program structure

Introductory courses (10)

COR109 3D Design A
LFS103 3D Design B
LFS112 3D Design C
LFS122 3D Design D
PAR101 3D Design E - Internship/Professional Project
PAR102 3D Design F - Professional Portfolio
PAR103 Introduction to Design
PUB104 3D Design A
PUB112 3D Design B
SCI110 3D Design C

Advanced courses (14)

BIM263 Communication and Thought
HLT221 Introductory Bioscience
HLT301 Human Physiology
PAR201 Human Anatomy
PAR202 Paramedic Professional Studies
PAR203 Paramedic Clinical Foundations
PAR211 Paramedic Foundation Practicum 1
PAR212 Introduction to Behavioural Health
PAR222 Public Health Foundations
PAR301 Science Research Methods
PAR302 Introduction to Pharmacology
PAR311 Human Pathophysiology
PAR312 Challenges to Mental Health
PAR321 Paramedic Clinical Systems

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Total units: 288
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