BSc Midwifery
Canterbury Christ Church University
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Midwifery, covering pregnancy, birth and postnatal care. Core topics include research methods, clinical skills, and critical and analytical thinking. The programme includes clinical placements in hospitals and community settings, with simulation facilities at the university. Students complete competency requirements through the eMORA portfolio at Levels 4, 5 and 6 before becoming eligible for NMC registration.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBB IB: 32 points BTEC: DDM Access to HE: 30 Distinctions and 15 Merits 120 UCAS tariff points. Please note: We are only considering applications for Level 4/Year 1 entry. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is not accepted.
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What students say
Based on about 168 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 82%
- Learning opportunities: 83%
- Assessment and feedback: 81%
- Academic support: 75%
- Organisation and management: 53%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 73%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 25%
- Left higher education: 75%
What graduates do next
Based on about 26 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 95%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 95%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 90%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 85 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- East of England: 6%
- London: 3%
- South East: 87%
- South West: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 350 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 63%
- Access course: 7%
- A degree: 12%
- Other HE qualification: 11%
- Other qualifications: 7%
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
- Your Journey to Success at CCCU (Transition into Higher Education)
- The Digital Student
- Being a Professional Midwife
- Midwifery, Wellbeing and Society
- Universal Care - The Heart of Midwifery
- Participation in Practice
- Becoming a Change Agent: Inclusive Leadership and Collaboration
- Mythbusting: Separating the ‘fake news’ from the opposing views
- Learning From Mistakes
- Enhanced Midwifery Care
- Critically Assessing Research and Evidence
- Contribution to Practice
- Midwifery Emergencies: Clinical Decision-Making
- Social justice as healthcare practice
- Demonstrating Proficiency in Practice
- Autonomous Midwifery Practice
- Leadership, Excellence and Advocacy in Practice
- Exploring quality improvement in practice
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Midwifery at Canterbury Christ Church University earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £30,000 after 3 years, £34,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £25,000 and £40,000. The £34,000 median after five years is £1,000 more than the UK median for Midwifery.
What do graduates of BSc Midwifery at Canterbury Christ Church University do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Midwifery at Canterbury Christ Church University?
82% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Midwifery at Canterbury Christ Church University?
The typical offer is BBB at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 98 UCAS points.
Is BSc Midwifery at Canterbury Christ Church 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 Canterbury Christ Church University?
25% of students continued into their second year, and 75% left higher education.