BSc Midwifery
About this course
BSc (Hons) Midwifery. The programme is taught across the full academic year, reflecting the natural rhythm of pregnancy, and requires students to maintain a case loading logbook throughout. Clinical placements are completed in at least two different NHS Trusts. Graduates are eligible to register as qualified midwives with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBB-ABB IB: We are happy to accept IB qualifications which achieve the required number of UCAS Tariff points. Subject-specific requirements at Higher Grade (HL) may apply.
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What students say
Based on about 21 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 93%
- Learning opportunities: 92%
- Assessment and feedback: 96%
- Academic support: 95%
- Organisation and management: 97%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 94%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 50 students who started
- Continued on course: 80%
- Left higher education: 20%
What graduates do next
Based on about 15 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 90%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 90%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Teaching Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- 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 30 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 95%
- West Midlands: 5%
- South West: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 55 students who started
- A levels: 38%
- Access course: 54%
- A degree: 5%
- 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): Silver overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Foundations of Midwifery Practice
- Developing Proficiency in Midwifery Practice
- Preparing for Professional Midwifery Practice
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Midwifery at Edge Hill University earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £32,000 after 3 years, £36,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £32,000 and £43,000. The £36,000 median after five years is £3,000 more than the UK median for Midwifery.
What do graduates of BSc Midwifery at Edge Hill University do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Midwifery at Edge Hill University?
93% 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 Edge Hill University?
The typical offer is BBB at A level. The average entrant had 121 UCAS points.
Is BSc Midwifery at Edge Hill 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 Edge Hill University?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.