BSc Midwifery
University of the West of Scotland
About this course
BSc in Midwifery, a midwifery degree centred on clinical practice and professional preparation for maternity care. Teaching consists of 50 percent work-based learning in real-life clinical environments alongside classroom study. Graduates are eligible to register as a Registered Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
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Entry requirements
Please visit our Undergraduate Entry Requirements page for information on our different entry requirements, including country-specific details for EU and non-EU qualifications. All applicants must satisfy the entry requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery Council including evidence of literacy and numeracy for entry to pre-registration nursing and midwifery programmes (NMC Circular 03/2008, revised 2010 Standards). All applicants will need to demonstrate this with acceptable qualification awards in both English and Maths. | Year 1 -- Scottish Highers*: Standard Entry Requirements: BBBC (102 UCAS Tariff points) including English at C or above, plus National 5 Maths/Applications of Maths/Lifeskills Maths at Grade C or equivalent Minimum Entry Requirements: BBCC (96 UCAS Tariff points) including English at C or above, plus National 5 Maths/Applications of Maths/Lifeskills Maths at Grade C or equivalent; A Levels: BCC (104 UCAS Tariff Points) plus GCSE Maths at Grade C/5 or above and GCSE English Language AND English Literature at 5/C or above.; T Levels: Full T Level with Grade M (120 Tariff points) which includes English, plus GCSE Maths at Grade C/5 or above and GCSE English Language AND English Literature at 5/C or above.; Irish Leaving Certificate: H2H3H3H3 including English, plus Maths at Ordinary Level Grade O5; International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: 27 points, including English at Higher level. Maths required as part of International Baccalaureate; SQA HNC / BTEC Level 4 HNC: Any HNC will be considered (although Health or Science-related subject preferred) PLUS Higher English at minimum Grade C AND National 5 Maths Grade C or above.; SQA NextGen HNC: Healthcare Practice PLUS Higher English Grade C and National 5 Maths Grade C; SQA HND / BTEC Level 5 HND: Any HND will be considered (although Health or Science-related subject preferred) AND National 5 Maths Grade C or above.; Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC) / QQI: Complete and pass FETAC Level 5 with 5 modules at distinction, PLUS Leaving Cert English at H3, and Maths at O5; Scottish Wider Access Programme: Access to Allied Health Professions (UHI only) (Grades ABB), plus SQA Nat 5 Maths or University of Aberdeen's Access to Maths (SCQF Level 5); IMPORTANT INFORMATION: An offer to study is also dependent on the outcome of the selection process and background checks:; Personal interview; Criminal conviction declaration; Membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme; There is no Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) onto the BSc Midwifery. Students must undertake all three years of the programme to gain entry onto the Nursing and Midwifery Council register as a Midwife.; for more information on standard and minimum entry requirements, see our Undergraduate Entry Requirements webpage; Access to the programme is dependent on Occupational Health, Protecting Vulnerable Group and Moving & Handling clearance. Failure to attend an occupational health appointment and moving & handling training on two occasions, without prior notice, may result in you being required to pay an administration fee of £60 to cover the cost of non-attendance. Not attending costs the University approximately £120 per appointment. In addition, not completing the Protecting Vulnerable Group (PVG) application on two occasions may result in you being required to pay the cost to complete the application, you can find a note of the current cost at Disclosure Scotland
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What students say
Based on about 54 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 81%
- Learning opportunities: 76%
- Assessment and feedback: 69%
- Academic support: 71%
- Organisation and management: 31%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 63%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 95 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 93%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 2%
What graduates do next
Based on about 24 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 90%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 90%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 95%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 100%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 80 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 2%
- West Midlands: 1%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 95%
Who gets in
Based on about 100 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 28%
- A degree: 11%
- Other HE qualification: 60%
- Other qualifications: 1%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified midwife.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Midwifery at University of the West of Scotland earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £31,500 after 3 years, £35,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £29,000 and £39,500. The £35,000 median after five years is £2,000 more than the UK median for Midwifery.
What do graduates of BSc Midwifery at University of the West of Scotland do next?
90% 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 the West of Scotland?
81% 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 the West of Scotland?
The typical offer is BCC at A level, or 27 points in the IB. The average entrant had 184 UCAS points.
Is BSc Midwifery at University of the West of Scotland 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 the West of Scotland?
93% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.