The Bachelor of Applied Science - Paramedicine (BAScACP) is a four-year applied degree, which combines classroom theory, laboratory skills, and extensive clinical and field preceptorships to prepare graduates to join the professional workforce as competent Ambulance Paramedics. Program pathways include a 4-year direct entry route, as well as a degree completion program for previous diploma graduates. Returning alumni can choose between full-time or part-time study. The BASc-Paramedicine provides students with the knowledge, skills, and professional judgment required to enter paramedic practice, as well as a pathway into the MASc-Critical Care Paramedicine program for graduates who wish to expand their professional roles.
Entrance Requirements
High School or Academic Requirement
High school graduation certificate or equivalent approved by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education with a minimum average of 60%, and successful completion of final year Chemistry and Biology with a minimum score of 60%; or
High school graduation certificate approved by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education plus the following:
English Language with a minimum grade of 60%;
Academic Mathematics with a minimum grade of 60% or Advanced Mathematics with a minimum grade of 50%;
Biology with a minimum grade of 60%;
Chemistry with a minimum grade of 60%, or
Three-year Advanced Care Paramedicine Diploma from CNA-Q, or equivalent.
English Language Requirement
The required score on the University English Placement Test or a passing score from another approved internationally recognized English language test, as validated by the Admissions & Registration Department; or
A valid (within two years) IELTS Academic Test Report Form with an overall band of 5.0 with no individual band score (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) below 5.0; or
Successful completion of Foundation Program requirements.
Mathematics Requirement
A minimum of 60% on the University Math Placement Test; or
A valid SAT Report Form with a minimum score of 480; or
Successful completion of Foundation Program requirements.
Additional Admission Criteria
Admission is competitive. Eligible applicants are ranked based on their overall final year (Grade 12 or equivalent) high school percentage, placement tests rankings, and Admission Priority Category.
A valid Qatar driver's license.
Program Structure
Year 1
Semester 1
Anatomy & Physiology I
Health Sciences Chemistry
Health Sciences Chemistry (Lab)
English Communication I
Applied & Experiential Learning
Algebra & Trigonometry
Semester 2
Anatomy & Physiology II
English Communication II
Health Sciences Physics
Health Sciences Physics (Lab)
Introduction to Sociology
Science & the Environment
Semester 3
Health Care Professions
Introduction to Pathophysiology
Introductory Psychology
Qatar History & Society
Year 2
Semester 1
Emergency Medical Care I
Clinical Practice I
Occupational Fitness
Medical Terminology
Principles of Pharmacology
Semester 2
Emergency Medical Care II
Clinical Practice II
Traumatology
Communications in Health Care
Semester 3
Mental Health
Primary Healthcare
Ethics in Health Care
Year 3
Semester 1
Emergency Medical Care II
Obstetrics & Neonatology
Clinical Practice III
Special Patient Populations
Semester 2
Patient Management I
Clinical Integration I
Disaster Management
Research & Statistics
Semester 3
Practicum I
Year 4
Semester 1
Patient Management II
Clinical Integration II
Health Sciences Research I
Leadership in Health Care
Semester 2
Patient Management III
Clinical Integration III
Health Sciences Research II
Management Practice in EMS
Semester 3
Practicum II
Health Sciences Research III
