Midwifery BSc
Course Overview - Midwifery BSc
A midwife makes a vital and unique contribution to the wellbeing of women and families during one of life’s most important events.
This popular and dynamic pre-registration midwifery course leads to an academic award and a qualification as a Registered Midwife. The course consists of approximately 50% theory and 50% clinical practice.
The course is designed to stimulate your curiosity. Emphasis is also placed on motivating you to become a competent professional practitioner. You will develop a keen awareness of the need for continuing education and development thr...
A midwife makes a vital and unique contribution to the wellbeing of women and families during one of life’s most important events. <br/><br/>This popular and dynamic pre-registration midwifery course leads to an academic award and a qualification as a Registered Midwife. The course consists of approximately 50% theory and 50% clinical practice.<br/><br/>The course is designed to stimulate your curiosity. Emphasis is also placed on motivating you to become a competent professional practitioner. You will develop a keen awareness of the need for continuing education and development throughout your professional career.<br/><br/>A key part of the course is the clinical experience acquired in a range of hospital and community settings. You will have placements in a range of busy obstetric units where you will gain midwifery experience caring for women and families who require specialist input from maternity care teams.<br/><br/>You will also have the opportunity to participate in midwifery care in more remote and rural settings. You will be continuously supported and assessed by midwives during your practice placements. These experienced mentors will develop your skills in the delivery of midwifery care.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
07/09/2026
Campus
Main Site - Aberdeen
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B720
Institution Code
R36
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
Scottish Higher
B,B,B,C
To include English and a Science subject (Biology, Human Biology or Psychology are recommended). Maths or Applications of Maths is required at National 5 grade C if not held at Higher Level.
Access to HE Diploma
M:45,P:15
Acceptable when combined with other qualifications. English, Maths and a Science subject is required at higher level. Please contact the Admissions Office for further information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
27
To include Higher Level English and a Science Subject (Biology is recommended). Maths is also required at Standard Level if not held at Higher.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
English and a Science are required at A Level. Maths is also required at GCSE level grade 5 if not held at A-Level.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2,H3,H3,H3
To include English and a Science subject (Biology, Human Biology or Psychology are recommended). Maths is also required at O3 if not held Higher.
HNC (BTEC)
P
Accepted when combined with other qualifications. English and Science are also required at Scottish Higher/A Level. Maths may also be required at National 5/GCSE grade C or above. Please contact the Admissions Office for further information.
Scottish HNC
Pass
Accepted when combined with other qualifications. English and Science are also required at Scottish Higher/A Level. Maths may also be required at National 5/GCSE grade C or above. Please contact the Admissions Office for further information.
Scottish HND
Pass
Accepted when combined with other qualifications. English and Science are also required at Scottish Higher/A Level. Maths may also be required at National 5/GCSE grade C or above. Please contact the Admissions Office for further information.
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
Pass
May be accepted in combination with SQA Highers
A level
B,C,C
To include English and a Science subject (Biology, Human Biology or Psychology are recommended). Maths is also required at GCSE level grade 5 if not held at A-Level.
T Level
Pass (C and above)
Accepted in combination with A Level English and a Science subject at grade C. Maths is also required at GCSE grade 5.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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