BSc Midwifery
About this course
The BSc (Hons) Midwifery is an undergraduate degree centred on midwifery. Core topics include Research Methods, Clinical Skills, Communication & Writing, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Global & Comparative Perspective. The course is validated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council, enabling graduates to register as midwives, and incorporates continuous clinical placements throughout the three-year duration. The first year establishes foundational knowledge through modules such as Foundations of Midwifery Practice, Midwifery Life Sciences, Infant Nutrition and the Healthy Neonate, Public Health and Supporting Diverse Populations, and Universal Midwifery Skills and Practice. The second year progresses into complex clinical scenarios via Medical Complexities, Obstetric and Neonatal Complexities, and Emergency Midwifery Care, alongside Developing Professional Practice and a Ruskin Module. The final year focuses on transition to professional registration, featuring the Undergraduate Major Project: Maternity Service Improvement Project, Safe and Effective Neonatal Care Incorporating NIPE, The Midwife as Teacher, and Preparing for Professional Practice.
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Entry requirements
128-112 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, OCR, Access to HE and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff. 2 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above in English and Maths or equivalent level 2 qualification, gained prior to the start of the course. To receive an offer of a place on this course you must be successful at interview. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 7.0 ( Academic level with a minimum of 7 in each component) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University. Please note that the English Language Proficiency Test (ELPT) is not accepted for this course due to Professional Body Restrictions. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will also be required. A satisfactory Occupational Health clearance will also be required. OU Credits will be accepted in lieu of A levels (120 credits will be expected in health or science subjects). Qualifications in aromatherapy, massage and reflexology are not accepted for entry to this course. This course does not accept applications for deferred entry. This course is available for entry to year 1 only.
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What students say
Based on about 51 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 98%
- Learning opportunities: 95%
- Assessment and feedback: 96%
- Academic support: 95%
- Organisation and management: 84%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 91%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 125 students who started
- Continued on course: 87%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 8%
What graduates do next
Based on about 47 graduates who answered
- Working: 85%
- Working and studying: 4%
- Further study: 3%
- Unemployed: 3%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 95%
- Caring personal services: 3%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 96%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 100%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 160 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 2%
- East Midlands: 7%
- East of England: 75%
- London: 8%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 105 students who started
- A levels: 59%
- Baccalaureate: 1%
- Access course: 30%
- A degree: 7%
- Other HE qualification: 4%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified midwife.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Foundations of Midwifery Practice
- Midwifery Life Sciences
- Infant Nutrition and the Healthy Neonate
- Public Health and Supporting Diverse Populations
- Universal Midwifery Skills and Practice
- Into ARU
- Medical Complexities
- Obstetric and Neonatal Complexities
- Emergency Midwifery Care
- Developing Professional Practice
- Ruskin Module
- Undergraduate Major Project: Maternity Service Improvement Project
- Safe and Effective Neonatal Care Incorporating NIPE
- The Midwife as Teacher
- Preparing for Professional Practice
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Midwifery at Anglia Ruskin University earn?
The median salary is £28,500 after 15 months, £32,000 after 3 years, £34,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £25,500 and £41,000. The £34,500 median after five years is £1,500 more than the UK median for Midwifery.
What do graduates of BSc Midwifery at Anglia Ruskin University do next?
92% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Midwifery at Anglia Ruskin University?
98% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Midwifery at Anglia Ruskin University?
The average entrant had 138 UCAS points.
Is BSc Midwifery at Anglia Ruskin University accredited?
Yes. Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified midwife.
How many students continue on BSc Midwifery at Anglia Ruskin University?
87% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.