Midwifery Studies BSc (Hons)

Are you passionate about delivering the best and safest care during pregnancy, childbirth and postnatally? <br/><br/>On our Midwifery Studies BSc(Hons) degree, you’ll learn how to provide individualised care for the mother and baby throughout pregnancy, labour, childbirth and the early days of parenthood. You’ll be encouraged to build your communication and interpersonal skills. You’ll learn from experienced midwives, via a blend of on-campus theory and clinical skill simulation, as well as gaining real-world experience via a range of placements. <br/><br/>**Why Study Midwifery Studies BSc(Hons) at University of Huddersfield?** <br/>Weve ranked 6th in the UK (Top in Yorkshire) for Midwifery, in the Guardian League Tables 2025.<br/><br/>The University of Huddersfield is one of only four universities – and the only one in the north of England – that offer two intakes each year onto a Midwifery BSc(Hons) course. Working closely with the NHS workforce planning teams to help meet their recruitment demands, two course intakes results in qualified midwives graduating in both the spring and autumn months. Choosing when to begin your Midwifery degree will depend on your individual circumstances; you must state which Midwifery Studies intake you’d like to be part of on your UCAS form. <br/><br/>In terms of course content, placements, and available support, everything remains the same, regardless of when you choose to study with us. Approximately 60 places are available for students starting in September, and approximately 40 for those who’d like to start in March. If, for example, you prefer to be part of a large group, you may prefer to start in September. <br/><br/>**Professional Bodies** <br/>This course is regulated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and has UNICEF UK Baby Friendly accreditation. <br/><br/>**Why Huddersfield?** <br/>Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area. <br/><br/>**Not quite ready to start Midwifery Studies BSc(Hons)?** <br/>Successful completion of our Health Foundation Pathway will equip you with the foundation knowledge to study Midwifery Studies.

Take charge of your future through Clearing and find your place at the University of Huddersfield.<br/><br/>Students benefit from inspirational teaching, innovative facilities and resources, all on their two amazing, close-knit and centrally located campuses. Huddersfield focuses on preparing you for real-world experiences in your field, with simulated workspaces such as a trading room, mock law court, crime scene suite, concert venues, engineering workshops, mock hospital facilities and more.<br/><br/>100% of undergraduate students have the opportunity to undertake professional work-related experience whilst at Huddersfield. Students have gained invaluable experience both in the UK and internationally, working for brands such as Deloitte, the BBC, Microsoft and Virgin to name but a few. Huddersfield also offer the Global Professional Award alongside your degree so you can gain valuable skills and attributes that employers are looking for.<br/><br/>Located in the foothills of the Pennines and surrounded by beautiful countryside, Huddersfield is a student-friendly town with plenty to do and has a low cost of living compared to many nearby university locations, such as Leeds and Manchester, meaning you'll have more to do more!<br/><br/>Apply now to an award-winning university with low-cost living. You could end up where you're meant to be.