Access to HE Paramedic Science Course in Oxford. Classes run at Oxford City Centre College, full-time during the day, over one year. This level 3 access to HE paramedic science course is designed for adults who have been out of full-time education for a year or more and want to apply to university without traditional A-level qualifications. It covers the science and knowledge base universities expect for paramedic science degree programmes. An Advanced Learner Loan may be available to help with fees.
Who this course is for
If you live in England, you might be able to do this course for FREE, see 'Additional Information' tab for more details. Apply today and our team will confirm if you could qualify for free place, with no obligation. An Access course is for mature students (19+) who have been out of full-time education for one or more years and would like to go on to higher education but do not have the formal qualifications needed. The Access to HE: Paramedics Level 3 Diploma course will help you access a degree in paramedic science or paramedic practice. Paramedics have: excellent driving skills, the ability to think and act quickly under pressure, practical skills and the ability to follow procedures, excellent communication skills, . Benefits of studying with Activate Learning: Designed exclusively for adults (19+), Supportive environment provided through tutors with subject expertise and includes guidance webinars for every module., One year programme equivalent to three A Levels, allowing you to achieve the qualification you need to progress to university., Widely recognised and accepted qualification by UK universities. This is validated and moderated by Ascentis under licence from the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, Help and guidance on writing your personal statement and completing your UCAS application, Flexible learning enabling you to study whilst working and personal commitments, Funding with the Advanced Learner Loan available., . Course Fees £3384 Remember: if you go to university and complete a degree, the loan for your Access course is written off by the Government.. For further information please visit the Actiate Learning Website at https://www.activatelearning.ac.uk
Entry requirements
Although there are no formal entry requirements for this course*, for university, you will need to have a GCSE at grade 4 (C) or above in both English and maths, or a Functional Skills Level 2 qualification. *The Engineering and some Science pathways do require you to already have achieved a grade 4 (C) in Maths. These pathways will also require an additional entrance ass. For further information please visit the Actiate Learning Website at https://www.activatelearning.ac.uk
What you will learn
You'll study human biology and anatomy relevant to paramedic practice.
You'll explore physiology and how body systems respond to illness and injury.
You'll develop academic writing and research skills for university-level study.
You'll examine the principles of health, disease, and patient care.
You'll build scientific knowledge in areas such as chemistry and biology that underpin paramedic science degrees.
You'll practise critical thinking and evidence-based reasoning.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Oxford City Centre College, combining taught lessons with guided study. Assessment is through assignments, written work, and coursework completed throughout the year. There is no final exam. Your work is assessed against the Ascentis Access to HE framework, and an external moderator reviews the overall portfolio before the Diploma is awarded.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Oxford City Centre College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Paramedic: requires a university degree and HCPC registration after graduating.
Emergency medical technician: ambulance support role while studying or post-course.
Healthcare assistant: hospital or community-based patient support.
Ambulance care assistant: non-emergency patient transport and care.
First responder: community or voluntary emergency response work.
What you could study next
BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science: the primary degree this course prepares you for. Most universities accept the Ascentis Access to HE Diploma as a direct entry qualification.
BSc (Hons) Nursing or Midwifery: if your interests shift toward other clinical roles, the science content from this Diploma supports applications to related health degrees.
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science: an alternative degree route for those drawn to the laboratory and diagnostic side of healthcare.
