Paramedicine
Why study Paramedicine?
We offer an exciting, area of study that gives beginning practitioners the necessary knowledge and skills in paramedicine to practice in the ambulance industry. The structure and design of the course ensures graduates can provide holistic, high-quality out-of-hospital care to clients in routine and challenging situations.
Career opportunities
Graduates are prepared for positions in ambulance organisations in Australia and overseas.
Courses
Local students
| Offer year | Course title | Campus(es) | Duration | Semester starts |
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| 2013 | Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Paramedic Practice |
Albury-Wodonga
Bendigo Mildura Shepparton |
4 years full-time | Semester 1 (March) |
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Want to know more?
Feel free to ask us a question about any course for local students.
Fees and scholarships
Undergraduate courses are Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for eligible Australian and New Zealand citizens. The domestic fee calculator can be used to calculate the cost of subjects this year.
There is also a wide range of scholarships available for local students.
International students
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| Offer year | Course title (CRICOS) | Campus(es) | Duration | Semester starts | Annual Tuition Fee (AUD) |
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| 2013 | Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Paramedic Practice (062598G/071129F) |
Bendigo
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4 years | Semester 1 (March) | $25 040 |
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How to apply?
Enquire now about any course for international students or find out how to apply.
Fees and scholarships
Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.
There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.
Your study experience
La Trobe University and Ambulance Victoria are using advanced simulations to give paramedic students a unique hands-on experience. Watch the crash course for paramedics video.
An essential component of the Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Paramedic Practice course is the requirement for all students to undertake clinical placements with Ambulance Victoria. Read the Course and Industry Requirements (DOC 488KB)
Alternative pathways
If you do not meet the entry requirements for this course or want to transfer from another university or course, see alternative pathways.
Paramedicine placements
Professional placements are usually done in the third and fourth years of the program and allow you to put your theory into practice. Placements focus on work-based learning opportunities in hospitals, community settings and with Ambulance Victoria.
Overseas study opportunities
You may be eligible for our student exchange program.
Student profiles
Students from our Faculty talk about their experience at La Trobe.
About the academic staff
You'll get to meet a large number of academics during your course, from tutors through to lecturers. You can view all the staff from the Faculty of Health Sciences or focus on staff in Paramedicine.
