Paramedic Sciences

The Paramedic Science research theme focuses on developing and evaluating education approaches to enhance student paramedic preparation and development for professional practice. Activity is centred around the education experience of student paramedics, particularly aspects of their education which occur within university and practice-based learning settings.

Our approach is to develop strategic collaborations with partner organisations to evaluate the impact paramedic practice has on out-of-hospital care. As paramedics practice in various settings alongside healthcare professionals, we utilise a collaborative approach with the aspiration to provide outputs which impact upon service user experience and develop the profession.                  

Our core research focus lies within the following:

• Education research which enhances student paramedic development and their practice-based learning experience.
• Wellbeing research into the holistic support approaches and interventions which can be used to support and enhance paramedic practice.
• Decision-making research into the strategies and behaviours utilised by paramedics during their practice encounters.