BSc Midwifery
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Midwifery. Core topics include clinical skills. The programme includes practice-based modules supported by the Midwifery Ongoing Record of Achievement (MORA). Inter-professional learning opportunities with other healthcare students are provided throughout the programme.
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Entry requirements
UCAS tariff: 128 A level: ABB (At least a grade B in either Biology, Human biology, Physics, Chemistry or Psychology) T Level: Merit *must include a Science related subject. BTEC: DDM. Must include a Science-related subject in either Biology, Human Biology, Physics, Chemistry or Psychology. BTEC Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care must include Science modules. GCSE: Maths, English and Science at Grade 4/C (or above.) Please note we do NOT accept GCSE Short Courses or GCSE Equivalence Tests from other institutions or organisations. Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with the equivalent of 128 UCAS points. This must include 24 Level 3 credits in a Science related subject in either Biology, Human Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Psychology or Health and Social Care English language: IELTS: 6.5 (with at least 6.0 in each skills area)
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What students say
Based on about 22 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 86%
- Learning opportunities: 87%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 67%
- Organisation and management: 31%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 74%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 6 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 100%
- Find their work meaningful: 94%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 83%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 88%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 240 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 13%
- East Midlands: 75%
- West Midlands: 7%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 1%
- South East: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 25%
- Access course: 60%
- A degree: 15%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
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
- Clinical Practice 1
- Introduction to the Professional Midwife
- Foundations of Care for Mother and Baby
- Midwifery Skills 1
- Clinical Practice 2
- Developing the Professional Midwife
- Evolving Care of Mother and Baby
- Midwifery Skills 2
- Clinical Practice 3
- Professional Leadership
- Care for Women and Neonates with Complex Needs
- Evidence Based Midwifery Practice
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Midwifery at University of Derby earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £28,500 after 3 years, £31,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £25,000 and £38,000. The £31,000 median after five years is £2,000 less than the UK median for Midwifery.
What do graduates of BSc Midwifery at University of Derby 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 University of Derby?
86% 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 University of Derby?
The typical offer is ABB at A level. The average entrant had 132 UCAS points.
Is BSc Midwifery at University of Derby 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 Derby?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.