Paramedic Science

About this course

Paramedic science is a discipline concerned with the assessment, treatment, and safe transport of patients in pre-hospital environments. Paramedics are often the first clinicians to reach a patient in a medical emergency, and the decisions they make in those initial minutes can be life-defining. The role demands a deep understanding of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology alongside the clinical skills to manage a wide range of emergencies, from cardiac arrest and trauma to mental health crises and acute illness. This three-year full-time programme at the University of Surrey prepares you for professional practice as a paramedic, developing the clinical knowledge, practical skills, and professional judgement the role demands. You will study the biological sciences that underpin paramedic practice, the assessment and management of specific clinical conditions, and the le

Where its graduates go

The 4 largest scored destinations, covering 100% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 55 / 100Administrative occupations · 5% of graduatescards →
• 12 / 100Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation · 5% of graduatescards →
• 8 / 100Other Health Professionals · 85% of graduatescards →
• 6 / 100Caring personal services · 5% of graduatescards →

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