Bachelor of Paramedicine

City Flinders, Victoria, Australia

Level: Bachelor
Duration: 3.0F
Campus: St Albans (VIC)
Intl. Tuition: A$40,600 (year not stated on the university's site)
Home Tuition: A$14,046 (maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative))

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Course Overview

The university hasn't published a course summary we can show here. See the course page on the university's website for full details.

Career snapshot (indicative)

Medicine graduates enter NHS Foundation Year 1 training with provisional GMC registration, progressing through specialty training across 70+ clinical specialties. Pathways into research, global health, pharmaceutical medicine and healthcare management are also well-established.

Summary based on information from the university.

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Student life (indicative)

City Flinders offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.

The University at a Glance

Student Population: 34,599
Staff Ratio: 19.0:1
International: 45.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate: 66.0%; of graduates employed
Placement Year: Available; Work experience option

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition: A$40,600; per year, year not stated on the university's site Official fee page
Home Tuition: A$14,046; per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page

City & Location

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Admission notes

Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English as an Additional Language or at least 20 in English other than EAL. | Current Year 12 graduates Other professional practice requirements Students will be notified at enrolment of additional professional practice requirements including: Appropriate uniform/attire, equipment, travel, record of immunisation, First Aid and CPR certification. Infection control
donning and doffing of personal protective equipment (PPE) Medical Report (InjuryNET) Physical Report (InjuryNET) Mask Fit Testing Clinical Placement Provider Student Undertaking Form VU Declaration of Acceptance of Work Integrated Learning/Clinical Placement Terms and Conditions Please note that the University must comply with any pre
placement requirements mandated by placement sites and any Federal or Victorian Government health mandates. As such, all requirements may change. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Victoria Police national police record checks Inherent requirements Students must meet the inherent requirements ( https://www.vu.edu.au/study
at
vu/how
to
apply/inherent
requirements ) and be prepared to declare their fitness for practice on admission. AHPRA registration Students will be registered as students with AHPRA. Students in AHPRA accredited courses must meet and maintain certain standards referred to as a student’s "Fitness to Practice”. Students will be required to acknowledge and provide information relating to their fitness to practice throughout their studies at VU On completion of the course of study graduates must meet AHPRA’s requirements to obtain professional registration as a Paramedic. Recent Year 12 graduates Other professional practice requirements Students will be notified at enrolment of additional professional practice requirements including: Appropriate uniform/attire, equipment, travel, record of immunisation, First Aid and CPR certification. Infection control
donning and doffing of personal protective equipment (PPE) Medical Report (InjuryNET) Physical Report (InjuryNET) Mask Fit Testing Clinical Placement Provider Student Undertaking Form VU Declaration of Acceptance of Work Integrated Learning/Clinical Placement Terms and Conditions Please note that the University must comply with any pre
placement requirements mandated by placement sites and any Federal or Victorian Government health mandates. As such, all requirements may change. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Victoria Police national police record checks Inherent requirements Students must meet the inherent requirements ( https://www.vu.edu.au/study
at
vu/how
to
apply/inherent
requirements ) and be prepared to declare their fitness for practice on admission. AHPRA registration Students will be registered as students with AHPRA. Students in AHPRA accredited courses must meet and maintain certain standards referred to as a student’s "Fitness to Practice”. Students will be required to acknowledge and provide information relating to their fitness to practice throughout their studies at VU On completion of the course of study graduates must meet AHPRA’s requirements to obtain professional registration as a Paramedic. Applicants with Higher Education study Other professional practice requirements Students will be notified at enrolment of additional professional practice requirements including: Appropriate uniform/attire, equipment, travel, record of immunisation, First Aid and CPR certification. Infection control
donning and doffing of personal protective equipment (PPE) Medical Report (InjuryNET) Physical Report (InjuryNET) Mask Fit Testing Clinical Placement Provider Student Undertaking Form VU Declaration of Acceptance of Work Integrated Learning/Clinical Placement Terms and Conditions Please note that the University must comply with any pre
placement requirements mandated by placement sites and any Federal or Victorian Government health mandates. As such, all requirements may change. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Victoria Police national police record checks Inherent requirements Students must meet the inherent requirements ( https://www.vu.edu.au/study
at
vu/how
to
apply/inherent
requirements ) and be prepared to declare their fitness for practice on admission. AHPRA registration Students will be registered as students with AHPRA. Students in AHPRA accredited courses must meet and maintain certain standards referred to as a student’s "Fitness to Practice”. Students will be required to acknowledge and provide information relating to their fitness to practice throughout their studies at VU On completion of the course of study graduates must meet AHPRA’s requirements to obtain professional registration as a Paramedic. Applicants with VET study Other professional practice requirements Students will be notified at enrolment of additional professional practice requirements including: Appropriate uniform/attire, equipment, travel, record of immunisation, First Aid and CPR certification. Infection control
donning and doffing of personal protective equipment (PPE) Medical Report (InjuryNET) Physical Report (InjuryNET) Mask Fit Testing Clinical Placement Provider Student Undertaking Form VU Declaration of Acceptance of Work Integrated Learning/Clinical Placement Terms and Conditions Please note that the University must comply with any pre
placement requirements mandated by placement sites and any Federal or Victorian Government health mandates. As such, all requirements may change. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Victoria Police national police record checks Inherent requirements Students must meet the inherent requirements ( https://www.vu.edu.au/study
at
vu/how
to
apply/inherent
requirements ) and be prepared to declare their fitness for practice on admission. AHPRA registration Students will be registered as students with AHPRA. Students in AHPRA accredited courses must meet and maintain certain standards referred to as a student’s "Fitness to Practice”. Students will be required to acknowledge and provide information relating to their fitness to practice throughout their studies at VU On completion of the course of study graduates must meet AHPRA’s requirements to obtain professional registration as a Paramedic. Applicants with work and life experience Other professional practice requirements Students will be notified at enrolment of additional professional practice requirements including: Appropriate uniform/attire, equipment, travel, record of immunisation, First Aid and CPR certification. Infection control
donning and doffing of personal protective equipment (PPE) Medical Report (InjuryNET) Physical Report (InjuryNET) Mask Fit Testing Clinical Placement Provider Student Undertaking Form VU Declaration of Acceptance of Work Integrated Learning/Clinical Placement Terms and Conditions Please note that the University must comply with any pre
placement requirements mandated by placement sites and any Federal or Victorian Government health mandates. As such, all requirements may change. Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: Victoria Police national police record checks Inherent requirements Students must meet the inherent requirements ( https://www.vu.edu.au/study
at
vu/how
to
apply/inherent
requirements ) and be prepared to declare their fitness for practice on admission. AHPRA registration Students will be registered as students with AHPRA. Students in AHPRA accredited courses must meet and maintain certain standards referred to as a student’s "Fitness to Practice”. Students will be required to acknowledge and provide information relating to their fitness to practice throughout their studies at VU On completion of the course of study graduates must meet AHPRA’s requirements to obtain professional registration as a Paramedic. | Current Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Minimum ATAR including selection adjustments: The minimum selection rank for this course, is equivalent to an ATAR of 68.05If applicable, this includes adjustment factors related to subject adjustments and Equity schemes (through VTAC). High Performance Sport Adjustment Applicants who participate in high level sport (players, coaches and officials) can apply to receive an adjustment of 5 ATAR points (recent secondary applicants only) or additional consideration towards their selection rank (all other applicants). Please complete the High Performance Sport Adjustment application and submit it directly to VU together with documentary evidence by the closing date indicated on the application. Further information can be found at Elite Student Athletes . Subject adjustment A study score of 25 in Biology, Chemistry, English other than EAL, Health and Human Development, any Mathematics, Physics or Psychology equals 5 aggregate points per study. A study score of 30 in English as an Additional Language equals 5 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 20 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Victoria University Equity schemes information and the Victoria University website Recent Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Minimum ATAR including selection adjustments: The minimum selection rank for this course, is equivalent to an ATAR of 68.05If applicable, this includes adjustment factors related to subject adjustments and Equity schemes (through VTAC). High Performance Sport Adjustment Applicants who participate in high level sport (players, coaches and officials) can apply to receive an adjustment of 5 ATAR points (recent secondary applicants only) or additional consideration towards their selection rank (all other applicants). Please complete the High Performance Sport Adjustment application and submit it directly to VU together with documentary evidence by the closing date indicated on the application. Further information can be found at Elite Student Athletes . Subject adjustment A study score of 25 in Biology, Chemistry, English other than EAL, Health and Human Development, any Mathematics, Physics or Psychology equals 5 aggregate points per study. A study score of 30 in English as an Additional Language equals 5 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 20 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Victoria University Equity schemes information and the Victoria University website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. High Performance Sport Adjustment Applicants who participate in high level sport (players, coaches and officials) can apply to receive an adjustment of 5 ATAR points (recent secondary applicants only) or additional consideration towards their selection rank (all other applicants). Please complete the High Performance Sport Adjustment application and submit it directly to VU together with documentary evidence by the closing date indicated on the application. Further information can be found at Elite Student Athletes . Higher Education studies Completion of at least one semester of an Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent). SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Victoria University Equity schemes information and the Victoria University website Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. High Performance Sport Adjustment Applicants who participate in high level sport (players, coaches and officials) can apply to receive an adjustment of 5 ATAR points (recent secondary applicants only) or additional consideration towards their selection rank (all other applicants). Please complete the High Performance Sport Adjustment application and submit it directly to VU together with documentary evidence by the closing date indicated on the application. Further information can be found at Elite Student Athletes . VET studies Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent), or completion of the Certificate III in Non
Emergency Patient Transport, plus three years (minimum) work/life experience in Health Sciences of similar. VTAC Personal Statement Applicants who have completed the Certificate III in Non
Emergency Patient Transport must complete the VTAC Personal Statement demonstrating three years (minimum) work/life experience in health sciences or a similar industry and provide a statement outlining their motivation to study this course. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Victoria University Equity schemes information and the Victoria University website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. High Performance Sport Adjustment Applicants who participate in high level sport (players, coaches and officials) can apply to receive an adjustment of 5 ATAR points (recent secondary applicants only) or additional consideration towards their selection rank (all other applicants). Please complete the High Performance Sport Adjustment application and submit it directly to VU together with documentary evidence by the closing date indicated on the application. Further information can be found at Elite Student Athletes . Senior Secondary studies Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate more than two years ago, plus units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English. VTAC Personal Statement Applicants are encouraged to submit a Personal Statement detailing their motivation to study this course. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Victoria University Equity schemes information and the Victoria University website

Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

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Campus & City Life

Student Population: 34,599; Total students
Staff Ratio: 19:1; Students per staff
International Students: 45%; Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size: Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative): Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative): 7.5/10
Transport: Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene: Friendly community

Student Life & City (indicative)

City Flinders offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle.
Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.

What Students Love

Outdoor & nature activities
Great café culture
Thriving student social scene
Beach lifestyle

University Stats

Total Students34,599

Student-to-Staff Ratio19:1

International Students45%

Safety Index (indicative)7.5/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment: 66%; Employed after graduation
Placement Year: Available; Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

Medicine graduates enter NHS Foundation Year 1 training with provisional GMC registration, progressing through specialty training across 70+ clinical specialties.
Pathways into research, global health, pharmaceutical medicine and healthcare management are also well-established.