BSc Midwifery Studies
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Midwifery, covering care for women and newborns during pregnancy, labour and the postnatal period. Core topics include research methods, clinical skills, ethics and professional practice, and critical and analytical thinking. The programme includes 750 hours of clinical placement and a final-year research project on a midwifery topic. The course is regulated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
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Entry requirements
ABB at A Level including a Biological Science (Biology or PE), or Social Science (Psychology or Sociology) and Health and Social Care, but excluding General Studies. If you are studying a Science A Level, the endorsement for practical work is essential and a requirement for entry to our degree courses. 128 UCAS tariff points from a maximum of three Level 3 qualifications including an A Level Biological Science (Biology or PE), or Social Science (Psychology or Sociology) and Health and Social Care at a minimum grade B. Alternatively, a Distinction in BTEC Level 3 National Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma/National Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care, Applied Human Biology, Applied Science, Biomedical Science, Medical Science ,Forensics and Applied Psychology, a Level 3 Applied Diploma/Extended Certificate in Medical Science at a minimum Grade B/Distinction or a Level 3 AAQ Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care, Applied Science, Human Biology or Medical Science at a minimum Distinction/Grade B is acceptable. General Studies, AS Levels and the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) are excluded. If you are studying a Science A Level, the endorsement for practical work is essential and a requirement for entry to our degree courses. Double graded qualifications will be counted as 2 of the 3 qualifications. Distinction at T Level in Health or Healthcare Science. DDM in BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care, Applied Science, Medical Science or Biomedical Science. NCFE CACHE Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care at grade B. Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above, including at least 30 at Distinction. The course must contain at least 18 credits in a relevant Biological or Social Science. 128 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications including a Biological Science at Higher Level at grade 6.
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What students say
Based on about 20 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 100%
- Learning opportunities: 93%
- Assessment and feedback: 91%
- Academic support: 94%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 95%
- Student voice: 81%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 40 students who started
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 19 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 90%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 95%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 100%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 95%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 325 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 14%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 79%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 1%
- London: 1%
- South East: 1%
- Wales: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 60 students who started
- A levels: 57%
- Access course: 26%
- A degree: 11%
- 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, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Advocacy and Leadership in Midwifery Practice
- Care and Systematic Assessment of the Newborn
- Midwifery Research Project
- Proficiency in Midwifery Practice
- Biology for Midwifery Practice
- Introduction to Evidence-Informed Enquiry in Midwifery
- Introducing Newborn and Family Health
- Introducing Universal Midwifery Care for all Women
- Participating in Midwifery Care
- Challenges to Newborn and Family Health
- Contributing to Midwifery Practice
- Evidence Based Midwifery Practice
- Supporting Women with Additional Care Needs
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Midwifery Studies at University of Huddersfield earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £29,500 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £38,500. The £33,000 median after five years is the same as the UK median for Midwifery.
What do graduates of BSc Midwifery Studies at University of Huddersfield 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 Studies at University of Huddersfield?
100% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Midwifery Studies at University of Huddersfield?
The typical offer is ABB at A level. The average entrant had 145 UCAS points.
Is BSc Midwifery Studies at University of Huddersfield 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 Studies at University of Huddersfield?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.