Bachelor of Paramedicine (Honours)

The Bachelor of Paramedicine (Honours) at Griffith University is a one-year program designed for graduates of an accredited Bachelor of Paramedicine. This honours year allows students to focus on independent research, critical appraisal, and advanced inquiry in the field of paramedicine. You'll develop your research skills through coursework and by completing an original honours thesis, usually in partnership with experienced academics or paramedicine professionals.

Honours students typically engage in a mix of theory-based seminars and practical research projects. The honours thesis is a key component, requiring you to identify a research question relevant to the Australian context and conduct data collection, analysis, and presentation of findings. The course may be structured in semesters, with units of study assigned individual credit points contributing to your honours classification. There is often opportunity for work-integrated learning, such as professional placement or research partnerships with local ambulance services or healthcare providers.

Throughout the program, you'll strengthen abilities in critical thinking, advanced problem-solving, scientific writing, and project management. This pathway is especially suitable for those who wish to progress to higher degree research, work in paramedicine education, or take on leadership roles in the sector. International applicants need to meet higher English language requirements because of the clinical and research focus.

As a Griffith University student based in Brisbane, you'll benefit from research links with local health services and the broader Queensland emergency care community. While studying, international students are permitted to work up to 48 hours per fortnight under their visa. Upon graduation, those who meet eligibility may look into the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream. Always confirm the most current details on Griffith University's official page.

• Paramedicine researcher
• Clinical educator within ambulance services
• Advanced paramedic (with additional registration requirements)
• Policy adviser for state or national health agencies
• Project officer in emergency health or trauma care research
• Pathway to higher degree research (Master or PhD) in health science or paramedicine