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Bachelor of Paramedicine

at Charles Darwin University · Darwin, Northern Territory

CRICOS course code

104635M

CRICOS provider code

00300K

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

3 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$106,761 total

Per year

A$35,587/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Paramedicine at Charles Darwin University is a three-year undergraduate degree based in Darwin, designed for those who want to qualify as professional paramedics in Australia. Students learn how to assess and manage patients in emergency pre-hospital settings, covering trauma care, medical emergencies, pharmacology, and clinical decision-making. The course addresses physical, psychological, and social aspects of caring for people in critical situations, developing skills in communication, teamwork, and leadership.

Australian bachelor degrees such as this usually consist of six semesters, with study divided into units worth a set number of credit points each. The course combines theory with practical placements, and you'll undertake professional practice placements with ambulance services and health organisations throughout your studies. These placements help students put their classroom learning into real-life action, under the supervision of experienced paramedics.

The degree is structured to meet industry needs, preparing students for registration as paramedics in Australia. Paramedicine registration is required to work as a paramedic here, and graduates should confirm the accreditation status and registration pathway on the official site. The degree suits those interested in fast-paced, decision-intensive work, and especially students looking to make a difference in their communities.

International students must meet English proficiency requirements, and can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study. Completion of this CRICOS-registered course may lead to eligibility for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream, allowing graduates to seek experience in Australia after finishing.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Registered Paramedic in public or private ambulance services
Emergency response roles in mining, oil, and gas sectors
Patient transport officer
First aid educator
Community health emergency adviser

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Paramedicine at Charles Darwin University?

It typically takes 3 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$106,761 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Registered Paramedic in public or private ambulance servicesEmergency response roles in mining, oil, and gas sectorsPatient transport officerFirst aid educatorCommunity health emergency adviser

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