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Australian Catholic University

Bachelor of Paramedicine

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Level
Bachelor
Duration
3.0F/P
Campus
Melbourne (VIC)
Intl. Tuition
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Home Tuition
A$14,046 (maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative))

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Course Overview

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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.

Course source link unavailable.

Student life (indicative)

Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital and a world leader in café culture, food diversity, live music and the arts. Students consistently rate it as one of the best cities in the world to live and study.

The University at a Glance

Student Population
35,037
Staff Ratio
18.0:1
International
17.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate
81.0%
of graduates employed

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition
See 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

  • Current Year 12 graduates Inherent requirements Inherent requirements: Check the essential components (knowledge, skills, capabilities) to achieve the course learning outcomes Immunisations All Faculty of Health Sciences students must provide evidence of immunity against infectious diseases to be eligible to go on placement. Some vaccinations can take up to 6 months to complete, so start working towards them now. Comprehensive information about these requirements and the submission process of relevant documentation can be found at Work Integrated Learning at ACU . First aid certificate You must have a current 'Provide First Aid' certificate to go on placement. The certificate must be issued in your enrolling year (or no earlier than 1st July in the year prior) by a recognised national registered training organisation. The CPR component of your First Aid is valid for 12 months. Comprehensive information about these requirements and the submission process of relevant documentation can be found at Work Integrated Learning at ACU Medical and Fitness Assessment You need to complete a Medical and Fitness Assessment with InjuryNET
  • a medical service partner of Ambulance Victoria. This assessment costs $544.69 (including GST). Paramedicine students will receive an email advising how to book online using their personal reference booking number Uniforms Students are required to purchase the required paramedicine uniform including shirt and trousers, epaulettes, hard hat, baseball cap, belt (optional), black boots, wet weather jacket, fleece jacket and other personal protective equipment required. Students are also required to wear a wrist watch with a second hand whilst on clinical placement. Details regarding uniform purchase is available via ACU's Work Integrated Learning site 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 Recent Year 12 graduates Inherent requirements Inherent requirements: Check the essential components (knowledge, skills, capabilities) to achieve the course learning outcomes Immunisations All Faculty of Health Sciences students must provide evidence of immunity against infectious diseases to be eligible to go on placement. Some vaccinations can take up to 6 months to complete, so start working towards them now. Comprehensive information about these requirements and the submission process of relevant documentation can be found at Work Integrated Learning at ACU . First aid certificate You must have a current 'Provide First Aid' certificate to go on placement. The certificate must be issued in your enrolling year (or no earlier than 1st July in the year prior) by a recognised national registered training organisation. The CPR component of your First Aid is valid for 12 months. Comprehensive information about these requirements and the submission process of relevant documentation can be found at Work Integrated Learning at ACU Medical and Fitness Assessment You need to complete a Medical and Fitness Assessment with InjuryNET
  • a medical service partner of Ambulance Victoria. This assessment costs $544.69 (including GST). Paramedicine students will receive an email advising how to book online using their personal reference booking number Uniforms Students are required to purchase the required paramedicine uniform including shirt and trousers, epaulettes, hard hat, baseball cap, belt (optional), black boots, wet weather jacket, fleece jacket and other personal protective equipment required. Students are also required to wear a wrist watch with a second hand whilst on clinical placement. Details regarding uniform purchase is available via ACU's Work Integrated Learning site 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 Applicants with Higher Education study Inherent requirements Inherent requirements: Check the essential components (knowledge, skills, capabilities) to achieve the course learning outcomes Immunisations All Faculty of Health Sciences students must provide evidence of immunity against infectious diseases to be eligible to go on placement. Some vaccinations can take up to 6 months to complete, so start working towards them now. Comprehensive information about these requirements and the submission process of relevant documentation can be found at Work Integrated Learning at ACU . First aid certificate You must have a current 'Provide First Aid' certificate to go on placement. The certificate must be issued in your enrolling year (or no earlier than 1st July in the year prior) by a recognised national registered training organisation. The CPR component of your First Aid is valid for 12 months. Comprehensive information about these requirements and the submission process of relevant documentation can be found at Work Integrated Learning at ACU Medical and Fitness Assessment You need to complete a Medical and Fitness Assessment with InjuryNET
  • a medical service partner of Ambulance Victoria. This assessment costs $544.69 (including GST). Paramedicine students will receive an email advising how to book online using their personal reference booking number Uniforms Students are required to purchase the required paramedicine uniform including shirt and trousers, epaulettes, hard hat, baseball cap, belt (optional), black boots, wet weather jacket, fleece jacket and other personal protective equipment required. Students are also required to wear a wrist watch with a second hand whilst on clinical placement. Details regarding uniform purchase is available via ACU's Work Integrated Learning site 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 Applicants with VET study Inherent requirements Inherent requirements: Check the essential components (knowledge, skills, capabilities) to achieve the course learning outcomes Immunisations All Faculty of Health Sciences students must provide evidence of immunity against infectious diseases to be eligible to go on placement. Some vaccinations can take up to 6 months to complete, so start working towards them now. Comprehensive information about these requirements and the submission process of relevant documentation can be found at Work Integrated Learning at ACU . First aid certificate You must have a current 'Provide First Aid' certificate to go on placement. The certificate must be issued in your enrolling year (or no earlier than 1st July in the year prior) by a recognised national registered training organisation. The CPR component of your First Aid is valid for 12 months. Comprehensive information about these requirements and the submission process of relevant documentation can be found at Work Integrated Learning at ACU Medical and Fitness Assessment You need to complete a Medical and Fitness Assessment with InjuryNET
  • a medical service partner of Ambulance Victoria. This assessment costs $544.69 (including GST). Paramedicine students will receive an email advising how to book online using their personal reference booking number Uniforms Students are required to purchase the required paramedicine uniform including shirt and trousers, epaulettes, hard hat, baseball cap, belt (optional), black boots, wet weather jacket, fleece jacket and other personal protective equipment required. Students are also required to wear a wrist watch with a second hand whilst on clinical placement. Details regarding uniform purchase is available via ACU's Work Integrated Learning site 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 Applicants with work and life experience Inherent requirements Inherent requirements: Check the essential components (knowledge, skills, capabilities) to achieve the course learning outcomes Immunisations All Faculty of Health Sciences students must provide evidence of immunity against infectious diseases to be eligible to go on placement. Some vaccinations can take up to 6 months to complete, so start working towards them now. Comprehensive information about these requirements and the submission process of relevant documentation can be found at Work Integrated Learning at ACU . First aid certificate You must have a current 'Provide First Aid' certificate to go on placement. The certificate must be issued in your enrolling year (or no earlier than 1st July in the year prior) by a recognised national registered training organisation. The CPR component of your First Aid is valid for 12 months. Comprehensive information about these requirements and the submission process of relevant documentation can be found at Work Integrated Learning at ACU Medical and Fitness Assessment You need to complete a Medical and Fitness Assessment with InjuryNET
  • a medical service partner of Ambulance Victoria. This assessment costs $544.69 (including GST). Paramedicine students will receive an email advising how to book online using their personal reference booking number Uniforms Students are required to purchase the required paramedicine uniform including shirt and trousers, epaulettes, hard hat, baseball cap, belt (optional), black boots, wet weather jacket, fleece jacket and other personal protective equipment required. Students are also required to wear a wrist watch with a second hand whilst on clinical placement. Details regarding uniform purchase is available via ACU's Work Integrated Learning site 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 | Current Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Regional adjustments Our Access ACU scheme encourages applicants to access opportunities at ACU. There are a few ways to receive adjustment points depending on where you live or where you attended school. These are automatically applied through the relevant Tertiary Admissions Centre
  • there is no need to apply separately. For further information, please see Adjustment factors Subject adjustment A study score of 35 in Biology, Chemistry, any English, Health and Human Development, Maths: Mathematical Methods, Maths: Specialist Mathematics or Psychology equals 1 aggregate point per study. A study score of 40 in Biology, Chemistry, any English, Health and Human Development, Maths: Mathematical Methods, Maths: Specialist Mathematics or Psychology equals 2 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 5 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 Australian Catholic University Equity schemes information and the Australian Catholic University website Recent Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Subject adjustment A study score of 35 in Biology, Chemistry, any English, Health and Human Development, Maths: Mathematical Methods, Maths: Specialist Mathematics or Psychology equals 1 aggregate point per study. A study score of 40 in Biology, Chemistry, any English, Health and Human Development, Maths: Mathematical Methods, Maths: Specialist Mathematics or Psychology equals 2 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 5 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 Australian Catholic University Equity schemes information and the Australian Catholic University website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) The STAT will be considered for most ACU courses for the following applicants who are 21 years of age or older: Applicants with no prior secondary school (Year 12) and/or Applications with no VET qualifications higher than a Certificate III and/or Applicants with secondary school (Year 12) results that do not meet the minimum entry requirement for the course For more information, please visit Entry to ACU Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) 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 Australian Catholic University Equity schemes information and the Australian Catholic University website Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) The STAT will be considered for most ACU courses for the following applicants who are 21 years of age or older: Applicants with no prior secondary school (Year 12) and/or Applications with no VET qualifications higher than a Certificate III and/or Applicants with secondary school (Year 12) results that do not meet the minimum entry requirement for the course For more information, please visit Entry to ACU Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) 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 Australian Catholic University Equity schemes information and the Australian Catholic University website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) The STAT will be considered for most ACU courses for the following applicants who are 21 years of age or older: Applicants with no prior secondary school (Year 12) and/or Applications with no VET qualifications higher than a Certificate III and/or Applicants with secondary school (Year 12) results that do not meet the minimum entry requirement for the course For more information, please visit Entry to ACU Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) 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 Australian Catholic University Equity schemes information and the Australian Catholic University website | Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English as an Additional Language or at least 25 in English other than EAL. Non
  • Year 12 prerequisites Subject proficiency: As for year 12 or equivalent.

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
35,037
Total students
Staff Ratio
18:1
Students per staff
International Students
17%
Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle

Student Life & City (indicative)

  • Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital and a world leader in café culture, food diversity, live music and the arts.
  • Students consistently rate it as one of the best cities in the world to live and study.

What Students Love

  • Rich arts & cultural scene
  • Great café culture
  • Diverse international food scene
  • Active music scene

University Stats

Total Students35,037
Student-to-Staff Ratio18:1
International Students17%
Safety Index (indicative)8.0/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment
81%
Employed after graduation
Placement Year
Not offered
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.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Education
  • Healthcare
  • Social Work

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition
See fee page →
Home Tuition
A$14,046
per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

Higher

This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.

Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)See fee page →
Tuition (Home)A$14,046per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page