The MSc Paramedic Science at Nottingham Trent University is designed for graduates seeking to become highly skilled, registered paramedics. This postgraduate programme addresses the evolving demands of modern emergency healthcare, preparing you to provide critical care in diverse and challenging environments. You will build upon your undergraduate knowledge, developing expertise in the principles of paramedic practice, human health and illness, and the legal, professional, and ethical considerations essential for this vital role. This course is ideal for those ready to advance their careers into a dynamic and impactful healthcare profession.
This full-time, two-year MSc is delivered through a blended learning approach, combining on-campus tuition with online and independent study activities. You will gain extensive practical experience, undertaking approximately 600 hours of placement annually, primarily with a dedicated practice educator in the ambulance service, alongside varied non-ambulance placements. In your second year, you will focus on advancing your practice, transitioning to autonomous practice, supporting others, and completing a significant dissertation. Upon successful completion, you will be eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a paramedic.