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Midwifery Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Midwifery Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
What career could be more rewarding than one that supports women as they bring new life into the world? This course, with an accreditation by the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) and UNICEF UK Baby Friendly Initiative, will enable you to do just that.
Why study BSc (Hons) Midwifery at BU?
• You can opt to study at either of our campuses – Bournemouth or Portsmouth.
• With a strong emphasis on women-centred care, the course offers an equal balance of theory and practice.
- 50% of the cou...
What career could be more rewarding than one that supports women as they bring new life into the world? This course, with an accreditation by the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) and UNICEF UK Baby Friendly Initiative, will enable you to do just that.
Why study BSc (Hons) Midwifery at BU?
• You can opt to study at either of our campuses – Bournemouth or Portsmouth.
• With a strong emphasis on women-centred care, the course offers an equal balance of theory and practice.
- 50% of the course will be spent in practice placements, in community and hospital settings, where you’ll learn from your interactions with women, families, midwives and other health professionals.
• You’ll be introduced to new equipment and skills in our simulation facilities, including a birthing suite, where you can familiarise yourself with techniques prior to going into practice.
• Learn from experienced and knowledgeable registered midwives and other healthcare practitioners.
- 95% of our nursing graduates are either employed or in further study within 15 months of graduating (source DiscoverUni 2023)
Funding support: Midwifery students may be eligible for a non-repayable government training grant of at least £5,000 a year.**
Course Information
2 option s available
Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.
Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-21
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A11-I11
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
128 - 144 tariff points to include a minimum of 2 A-levels including 32 points in a required subject.
T Level
Merit (120 UCAS tariff points) in Health or Healthcare Science
UCAS Tariff
128.0
144.0
128 - 144 tariff points to include a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent including 32 points in a required subject. Required subjects: A-level: Applied Human Biology, Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Health & Social Care, Human Biology, Physics, Psychology, Sociology BTEC: Applied Human Biology, Applied Science, Health & Social Care: Health Studies pathway
Scottish Higher
128–144 tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers including grade A in a required subject.
Access to HE Diploma
128 - 144 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades including 15 level 3 credits in one or more of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Human Biology, Physics, Psychology, Sociology or Health Science.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework.
Scottish Advanced Higher
128 - 144 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff
Extended Project
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by 2 A-levels or equivalent qualifications.
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
Accepted as part of the overall tariff
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
128 tariff points (Grade DDM) in a required subject
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
128 tariff points in a required subject.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff
OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent.
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
128 - 144 tariff points to include a minimum of 2 Principal Subjects including 36 points in a required subject.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, International, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands, EU | £0 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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