
Midwifery BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Midwifery BSc (Hons)
Be part of a supportive midwifery community where we’ll help you on your journey to becoming a competent, compassionate and caring midwife.
Youll develop your knowledge, practical, interpersonal and leadership skills while working closely with women and their families - through all the stages of pregnancy, birth and beyond.
Clinical placements will support you in developing your midwifery skills in practice. Youll follow several womens pregnancy journeys and provide continuity of care through your case-holding experience.
You will be taught by our expert staff who hav...
Be part of a supportive midwifery community where we’ll help you on your journey to becoming a competent, compassionate and caring midwife. <br/>Youll develop your knowledge, practical, interpersonal and leadership skills while working closely with women and their families - through all the stages of pregnancy, birth and beyond. <br/>Clinical placements will support you in developing your midwifery skills in practice. Youll follow several womens pregnancy journeys and provide continuity of care through your case-holding experience. <br/>You will be taught by our expert staff who have been recognised both locally and internationally for their teaching excellence. Our teaching is research-led and, as an established provider of midwifery education, we work in partnership with four diverse NHS Trusts. This offers you a wealth of different clinical learning experiences across the maternity services. <br/>Upon successful completion of the course, you will be eligible to register as a midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. <br/><br/><strong>Why choose this course?</strong><br/><strong>Clinical Experience</strong><br/>• <strong>Start strong from day one</strong> – Begin hands-on clinical midwifery skills in antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care from your very first week.<br/>• <strong>Learn in real NHS settings</strong> – Experience placements in at least two of our four NHS trust partners, giving you a broad and diverse understanding of midwifery practice.<br/>• <strong>Graduate career-ready</strong> – Our course leads to eligibility for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), so you can start your career as a qualified midwife upon completion of the programme.<br/>• <strong>UNICEF Baby Friendly accredited</strong> – Study on a programme fully accredited by the UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative, reflecting our commitment to high standards in maternal and infant care.<br/>• <strong>NIPE training included</strong> – Gain in-depth experience of the Newborn and Infant Physical Examination (NIPE), comparable to postgraduate-level training.<br/><br/><strong>Teaching and Learning</strong><br/>• <strong>Modern facilities and simulation suites</strong> – Practise your skills in clinical skills suite before stepping into real-world placements.<br/>• <strong>Learn from expert educators</strong> – Be taught by experienced midwives and researchers who are passionate about shaping the future of maternity care.<br/>• <strong>Support every step of the way</strong> – Access a wide range of academic and pastoral support tailored to help you succeed in both theory and practice.<br/>• <strong>Be part of a proud tradition</strong> – Join a well-established and respected midwifery programme with a strong reputation for excellence in education and clinical training.<br/>• <strong>Make a real difference</strong> – Be part of a profession that supports women and families through one of life’s most important journeys.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
University Park Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B723
Institution Code
N84
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,B,B,B,B
The requirements include English, maths and a science. This qualification is acceptable when combined with Advanced Higher grades AB in a suitable subject.
Access to HE Diploma
D:24,M:21,P:0
Access to HE Diploma in Nursing and Midwifery, Health Professions, Social Science or Science. In addition, GCSE English and maths are required at grade 4/C or above.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
30
30 Points including a 5 in Higher Level in a suitable subject or 6,5,5 in 3 Higher Level IB certificates including a 5 in HL in biology, chemistry, physics, sports, exercise and health science, mathematics: analysis and approaches, mathematics: applications and interpretation, psychology or philosophy. English, maths and a science subject are required at standard level 4 if no GCSEs have been taken.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care, Applied Science, Sports and Exercise Science or Applied Psychology.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
3 GCSEs at C/4 or above including English, maths and a science. All GCSEs need to be achieved at the point of application.
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
Applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Applied Science, Sports and Exercise Science, Sport, Health and Social Care or Applied at DD plus 1 A level grade B. RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma at DD plus 1 A level in one of biology, human biology, chemistry, physics, physical education, sociology, psychology, mathematics, philosophy or religious education at grade B.
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,B
Must include a suitable subject. This qualification is acceptable when combined with Scottish Higher grades ABBBB including English, maths and a science.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3,M2,M2
including a suitable subject.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Applied Human Biology, Applied Science, Sports and Exercise Science, Sport or Applied Psychology at D plus 2 A Levels at grades BB. RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate at D plus 2 A Levels including one of biology, human biology, chemistry, physics, physical education, sociology, psychology, mathematics, philosophy or religious education at grades BB.
A level
A,B,B
A levels must include one of the following subjects: biology, human biology, chemistry, physics, physical education, sociology, psychology, mathematics, philosophy or religious education. A pass is required in science practical tests, if assessed separately.
T Level
D
Health Science or Health with one of the following specialisms: Adult Nursing, Midwifery, Mental Health or Care of Children and Young People
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
B
This qualification is acceptable when combined with A level grades AB including one of biology, human biology, chemistry, physics, physical education, sociology, psychology, mathematics, philosophy or religious education.
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £28,600 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |