BSc Midwifery
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Midwifery BSc (Hons), a midwifery degree centred on clinical practice and maternity care. Core topics include Critical & Analytical Thinking. The curriculum follows the Nursing and Midwifery Council Standards for pre-registration midwifery education. The first year covers foundational principles through modules such as Foundations of Midwifery Care, Participating in Clinical Midwifery Practice, Cultural perspectives in midwifery, and Scholarly Practice in Midwifery. The second year progresses to examine altered health conditions and evidence through Additional Care Needs Applied to Midwifery, Contributing to Clinical Midwifery Practice, Developing Midwifery Care, and Research in Midwifery. The final year focuses on autonomous practice and leadership through Consolidating Midwifery Care, Proficiency in Clinical Midwifery Practice, and an Independent Project.
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Entry requirements
A typical offer would be for level 3 qualifications to be achieved in one of the following: A maximum of 3 A Levels needed with minimum grades of BBC or above. One A Level must be in a science which includes biology, chemistry, physics, psychology or sociology. General Studies is not accepted. The science A level needs to be achieved with a minimum B grade. Please note that AS (A1) levels and extended projects will not contribute to tariff points. Merit grade in Science A kitemarked Access to Higher Education course with 45 credits at Merit or above. Access programme should have a relevant science or health focus . The award of one Distinction and two Merits ( DMM) or higher must be achieved. Awards must have a science focus , for example health and social care. Distinctions achieved must have a science focus. We welcome applications from students with a mix of A levels and BTEC/Cambridge Technical qualifications. Other Entry Requirements: In addition: You must have GCSEs that include Mathematics and English Language at grade C/4 or above or a recognised equivalent . It is not compulsory to have GCSE in Science if you have a Level 3 science qualification, but it is still desirable. Some healthcare work experience is desirable. Accreditation for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is not considered for applicants to the BSc (Hons) Midwifery course. Evidence of completion of at least 12 years of general school education or possession of a certificate attesting success in an examination of an equivalent level, for admission to a midwifery programme. We will consider other qualifications that are not listed above, please contact our Admissions team to discuss these on an individual basis. All offers of a place on the programme will be made to applicants after completion of
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What students say
Based on about 27 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 84%
- Academic support: 81%
- Organisation and management: 53%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 83%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 80 students who started
- Continued on course: 81%
- Left higher education: 19%
What graduates do next
Based on about 9 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 85%
- Working and studying: 5%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 70%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 5%
- Teaching and Childcare Associate Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 90%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 35 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East Midlands: 65%
- East of England: 15%
- South East: 20%
- South West: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 75 students who started
- A levels: 70%
- Access course: 17%
- A degree: 8%
- Other HE qualification: 3%
- Other qualifications: 3%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified midwife.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Foundations of Midwifery Care
- Participating in Clinical Midwifery Practice
- Cultural perspectives in midwifery
- Scholarly Practice in Midwifery
- Universal Care Needs Applied to Midwifery
- Additional Care Needs Applied to Midwifery
- Contributing to Clinical Midwifery Practice
- Developing Midwifery Care
- Research in Midwifery
- Cultural Humility in Midwifery
- Consolidating Midwifery Care
- Proficiency in Clinical Midwifery Practice
- Independent Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Midwifery at University of Northampton earn?
The median salary is £28,500 after 15 months, £30,000 after 3 years, £32,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,000 and £37,500. The £32,000 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Midwifery.
What do graduates of BSc Midwifery at University of Northampton do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Midwifery at University of Northampton?
90% 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 University of Northampton?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 143 UCAS points.
Is BSc Midwifery at University of Northampton 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 University of Northampton?
81% of students continued into their second year, and 19% left higher education.