Australian Catholic University

Bachelor of Paramedicine

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

It’s an exciting time for paramedicine. As one of the fastest evolving health professions, ACU aims to be at the forefront of change and creating paramedics for the future. By developing professional paramedics who are emotionally intelligent and motivated to improve communities we provide the foundations for you to deliver compassionate primary, urgent and or emergency health care in challenging and dynamic environments. Through authentic learning and diverse clinical experiences, you will develop key attributes for paramedicine.

The knowledge and skills developed are applicable for the national and international workforce. For those meeting a high-standard within the Bachelor of Paramedicine, you will be eligible to apply for Honours program upon completion.

Delivery mode

Australian Catholic University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 115 Victoria Parade, Fitzroy
  • 1100 Nudgee Road, Banyo

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

State Prerequisites

Queensland: English (Units 3 & 4, C)

Victoria: Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any other English.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $27,909 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.

For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.

Standard Tuition:
$27,909
Standard Tuition:
$0
Full Fee Tuition:
$27,909
Full Fee Tuition:
$0
Enquire with Australian Catholic University to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 3 Years
Estimated fee* $0 - $27,909 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Paramedicine will prepare you for the following roles.

Paramedic

Paramedics are medical professionals who attend car accidents, workplace injuries, and other medical emergencies where an ambulance has been called...

Avg yearly income $109,512
Entry barriers Low

Intensive Care Paramedic

Intensive Care Paramedics (also known as Mobile Intensive Care Ambulance Paramedics (ICPs)) are highly trained first responders who attend car acci...

Avg yearly income $70,200
Entry barriers Low

Critical Care Paramedic

Critical Care Paramedics are highly trained first responders who attend car accidents, workplace injuries, natural disasters, dangerous incidents a...

Avg yearly income $93,600
Entry barriers Low

Ambulance Service Paramedic

An Ambulance Service Paramedic provides on-site health care to people in emergency situations. You’ll respond to 000 calls and assess a patient’s n...

Avg yearly income $89,960
Entry barriers Low

About Australian Catholic University

In a world of mass production, ACU stands for meaningful education, rewarding research, and life-changing community engagement.

Our mission and values form the core of who we are as a Catholic organisation. Discover our history, structure, and our journey to be a leader in research and teaching – a goal we’re already achieving as a top 2% world-ranked university.

Great leadership starts with self-knowledge. As a Catholic university, we’re guided by our clear mission, strong sense of identity and firm set of values. All three influence the decisions we make as an institute of higher education, and guide our staff and students in their day-to-day lives.

We know who we are. That’s how we can help you understand yourself and the world around you.