Midwifery Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Midwifery Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
About this course
Become a midwife with BSc Midwifery at the University of Southampton, ranked 1st in the UK for Midwifery (Guardian University Guide 2025).
On your three-year Midwifery degree you'll gain the skills needed to make a lasting impact on the lives of women and their families through your in-depth understanding of the physical, mental, and social aspects of healthy and complex pregnancy and childbirth.
This midwifery course is split equally between campus study and clinical placements. Placements will be in one of the five NHS Trusts we have partner...
About this course
Become a midwife with BSc Midwifery at the University of Southampton, ranked 1st in the UK for Midwifery (Guardian University Guide 2025).
On your three-year Midwifery degree you'll gain the skills needed to make a lasting impact on the lives of women and their families through your in-depth understanding of the physical, mental, and social aspects of healthy and complex pregnancy and childbirth.
This midwifery course is split equally between campus study and clinical placements. Placements will be in one of the five NHS Trusts we have partnership with; University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust, Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and University Hospital Sussex. You may experience a wide variety of other settings including community midwifery, clinics, and GP practices. There’s also the option to gain experience abroad in your second year.
Key features of the course:
• Research is a core element of your degree, and you’ll be able to do 2 research-based assignments on midwifery topics of your choice
• You'll benefit from the expertise and support of world-leading academics who are shaping the future of midwifery practice in the UK and beyond, meaning you'll graduate with the most advanced understanding of the profession and best practice
• You’ll spend a minimum of 2,300 hours in clinical placements over the course of the three years, equipping you with the skills and experience you need to become a registered midwife
• You'll be based at our Highfield campus, where you'll put your learning into practice in our dedicated facilities including simulated hospital wards, clinical skills suites, and with cutting-edge birthing simulation manakins.
Student support
You'll be supported from day one, both during your time studying on campus and during your placements, by your personal support network of academics: your Personal Academic Tutor (PAT), a senior tutor, and by your fellow students via initiatives like the Schwartz Rounds designed to support health-care staff to deliver compassionate care by helping them to reflect on their work in groups of peers.
Further information
This BSc Midwifery degree is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). On graduation you'll be able to register as a registered midwife.
The NHS Learning Support Fund may assist your journey to becoming a registered healthcare professional. If you're a UK applicant you could be eligible for £5,000 per academic year, depending on your programme of study.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-20
Campus
Main Site - Highfield Campus
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A23-E29
Institution Code
S27
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
A,A,B
A,B,B
ABB including one accepted science subject or AAB if not studying a required subject. A pass in the science practical required where applicable. Acceptable sciences are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, Environmental Studies or Geography
T Level
Health – An overall Distinction with grade A in the Core element and Merit in Supporting the Nursing or Midwifery Team Specialism
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish Higher
We normally consider applicants who offer at least 1 Advanced Higher. Applicants presenting with only Highers will be considered on a case by case basis. Where Highers are taken over two years it might be expected that higher grades are achieved, particularly in any specific subjects required. For example, S5 – S6 (2 years): AABBB (A in specific subject) or S6 (1 year): ABBBB (A in specific subject). Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4.
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)
DD in BTEC Diploma plus grade A in an accepted science A Level
Access to HE Diploma
offer-distinction: 39.0, offer-merit: 6.0
Science based Access to HE Diploma with 39 distinctions and 6 merits.
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
DDD in the BTEC Extended Diploma in either Health and Social Care or Applied Science.
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
D in BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus AB in A Level subjects including an accepted science
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD in the BTEC National Diploma plus A in an acceptable science A Level subject
Extended Project
If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A Levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A level offer: ABB with grade A in the EPQ OR BBB including an accepted science subject and grade A in the EPQ.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pass with 34 points overall with 17 points at Higher Level. OR Pass with 32 points overall with 16 points at Higher Level including one accepted science. Acceptable sciences are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Physical Education, Psychology and Sociology. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP): The University of Southampton accepts the IBCP for entry to their degree programmes, recognising the value of combining academic skills with practical skills, providing a solid preparation for university level work. Offers will be made on the individual components of the IBCP. Applicants not taking the full IBCP but presenting with a combination of a Level 3 vocational qualification and IB Certificates may still be considered. Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements. Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
AA from two A Levels and B from the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales OR AB from two A Levels including an accepted science subject and B from the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD in the BTEC National Extended Diploma in either Health and Social Care or Applied Science.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2,H2,H2,H2,H2,H2
H2,H3,H3,H3,H3,H3
H2 H2 H2 H2 H2 H2 or H2 H3 H3 H3 H3 H3 including an acceptable science subject. Applicants also need to hold Ordinary Level English and Maths at O4 or higher.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D in the BTEC National Extended Certificate plus AB in A Level subjects to include an acceptable science subject.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3 D3 M2 in three Principle subjects or D3 M2 M2 in three Principle subjects including an acceptable science subject. Acceptable sciences are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Physical Education, Psychology and Sociology. Cambridge Pre-U's can be used in combination with other qualifications such as A Levels to achieve the equivalent of the typical offer, where D3 can be used in lieu of A Level grade A or grade M2 can be used in lieu of grade B.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EU, International | £0 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| Channel Islands, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Republic of Ireland | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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