What do I need?
When it comes to applying to university, you'll need a certain number of UCAS points. Different qualifications and grades are worth a different amount of points. For this course, you'll need…
- GCSE English, Maths and a science (Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry or Physics) at grade 4 or C or above, or an agreed alternative (e.g. Certificate of Adult Numeracy at Level 2), are mandatory.
- It is the students responsibility to ensure they have the ability to reach their placement on the relevant date/time
- Applicants must have an understanding of the role of the paramedic
- Must have reached the age of 18 by the start of the programme
Alternative qualifications
- 128 Tariff Points from BTEC National Extended Diploma
- 120 Tariff Points from BTEC National Diploma - plus an A Level
- Pass Access to HE Diploma overall with a minimum of 118 UCAS tariff points in Health and Social Care or Health related subject
- University of Hull Certificate in Practice Skills for Health and Social Care (60 credits at Level 4)
- Advanced Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care plus an A level, minimum of grade B
- IB Diploma: 30 points
- Level 4 Associate Ambulance Practitioner qualification is acceptable along with the relevant GCSE English and Maths at grade C or 4 or above.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview. An annual Good Health and Good Character declaration must be completed and a Disclosure and Barring Service check is also required.
We consider experience and qualifications from the UK and worldwide which may not exactly match the combinations above.
But it's not just about the grades - we'll look at your whole application. We want to know what makes you tick, and about your previous experience, so make sure that you complete your personal statement.
Have questions? Our admissions team will be happy to help.
What do I need?
If you require a student visa to study or if your first language is not English you will be required to provide acceptable evidence of your English language proficiency level.
This course requires academic IELTS 7.0 overall, with 7.0 in each skill.
See other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by the University of Hull.
If your English currently does not reach the University’s required standard for this programme, you may be interested in one of our English language courses.
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