Bachelor of Applied Science in Paramedicine University of Doha for Science and Technology

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

1. 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
2. High school graduation certificate approved by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education plus the following:
   1. English Language with a minimum grade of 60%;
   2. Academic Mathematics with a minimum grade of 60% or Advanced Mathematics with a minimum grade of 50%;
   3. Biology with a minimum grade of 60%;
   4. Chemistry with a minimum grade of 60%, or
3. Three-year Advanced Care Paramedicine Diploma from CNA-Q, or equivalent.

English Language Requirement

1. 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
2. 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
3. Successful completion of Foundation Program requirements.

Mathematics Requirement

1. A minimum of 60% on the University Math Placement Test; or
2. A valid SAT Report Form with a minimum score of 480; or
3. Successful completion of Foundation Program requirements.

Additional Admission Criteria

1. 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.
2. 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