- On-road clinical placements with QAS Ambulance Paramedics
- Academics are clinical experts in the industry
- Excellent employment opportunities—paramedics are in demand
Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Paramedic Science
Award abbreviation: BParamedicSc
QTAC code: 013431
OP/Rank for 2012 entry: OP-11 / Rank-78
Duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 only
Study mode: on campus
Recommended prior study: English; Biology; and at least one of the other sciences
Recommended prior preparation: Criminal History check; Suitability Card (Blue Card CCYPCG); Hepatitis B immunisation; First Aid and CPR training.
Fee type 2012: Commonwealth supported places, fee paying places
Total units: 288
USC program code: SC395
CRICOS code: Not available to international students on a Student Visa.
Prepare for employment as a qualified Paramedic within Australia.
In this program you gain a strong foundation in clinical and paramedic sciences, and 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 team. You develop clinical knowledge, skills and practice through both simulation and industry on-road ambulance placements. Paramedic practice is included across the paramedic and allied health disciplines of pre-hospital emergency care and primary healthcare practice.
Additional admission requirements
This program has higher English language proficiency requirements than most other programs at this level offered by the University.
Refer to the English language requirements for more information.
Clinical placement information
Students can access important information about clinical placement on the Queensland Ambulance Services (QAS) website—refer to the University Undergraduate Clinical Placement Information Kit.
Students are required to have undertaken, completed and presented proof of all QAS mandatory requirements, prior to being approved by QAS for clinical placement. Some pre-clinical requirements, can take many months to be finalised and should be started as soon as students are accepted into the Bachelor of Paramedic Science to meet mandatory QAS requirements.
Post-admission requirements
It is recommended you obtain a current (Senior) First Aid Certificate before undertaking on-road ambulance placements with the Queensland Ambulance Service.
Career opportunities
Ambulance paramedic, pre-hospital emergency care, aeromedical, rescue and retrieval, remote and rural health care, clinical education throughout Australia and Internationally.
Professional recognition
Students may apply for membership with Paramedics Australasia, and their special interest group Student Paramedics Australasia (SPA). Graduates are eligible for full membership of Paramedics Australasia.
Enquiries
- Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
- Contact the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering for program advice
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, you must meet the minimum requirements, by the start of semester. Please refer to the QAS website www.ambulance.qld.gov.au/recruitment Undergraduate Clinical Placement Information Kit
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 Science Research Methods
LFS103 Human Physiology
LFS112 Human Anatomy
LFS122 Paramedic Clinical Foundations
PAR101 Public Health Foundations
PAR102 Paramedic Foundation Practicum 1
PAR103 Human Pathophysiology
PUB104 Paramedic Clinical Systems
PUB112 Paramedic - Medical Emergencies 1
SCI110 Introduction to Behavioural Health
Advanced courses (14)
BIM263 Introduction to Pharmacology
HLT221 Paramedic - Medical Emergencies 2
HLT301 Paramedic - Obstetrics, Pediatrics and Geriatrics
PAR201 Legal and Ethical Practice in EMS (Emergency Medical Services)
PAR202 Paramedic Clinical Practicum 2
PAR203 Challenges to Mental Health
PAR211 Paramedic -Trauma and Environmental Emergencies
PAR212 Clinical Leadership, Supervision and Education
PAR222 Paramedic - Primary Care Practice
PAR301 Paramedic Practicum 4
PAR302 Paramedic Clinical Practicum 3
PAR311 Communication and Thought
PAR312 Introductory Bioscience
PAR321 Human Physiology
Study Plan
This Bachelor of Paramedic Science Study Plan is for students commencing in the current Semester.
Year 1
- Nine (9) required courses:
COR109 and SCI110 should be studied in Semester 1
PAR103 should be studied in Session 11 or Session 2 during the Summer break
Required courses (9)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Microbiology | |||
| LFS103 Biochemistry | |||
| PAR101 Molecular Biology | |||
| SCI110 Microbiology | |||
| LFS112 Biotechnology: Research to Product | |||
| LFS122 Organic Chemistry | |||
| PAR102 Inorganic Chemistry | |||
| PUB112 Physical Chemistry | |||
| PAR103 Biochemistry |
Year 2
- Nine (9) required courses:
PAR203 should be studied in Session 6 during the Winter mid-year break.
Required coures (9)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLT221 Invertebrate Biology and Ecology | |||
| PAR201 Plant Diversity and Ecology | |||
| PAR211 Terrestrial Vertebrate Diversity and Ecology | |||
| PUB104 Coastal and Marine Ecology | |||
| BIM263 Microbiology | |||
| PAR202 Food Safety Laws and Regulations | |||
| PAR301 Genetics | |||
| PAR222 Biosecurity | |||
| PAR203 Statistics with Teeth: Understanding Ecological Data |
Year 3
- Six (6) required courses
Required courses (6)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLT301 Calculus II and Linear Algebra | |||
| PAR212 Discrete Mathematics | |||
| PAR311 Applied Mathematics | |||
| PAR302 Communication and Thought | |||
| PAR312 Introductory Bioscience | |||
| PAR321 Paramedic Professional Studies |