BSc Midwifery
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Midwifery. The course is NMC accredited and divides time equally between theory and clinical placements across maternity settings. It holds UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative Gold Award status and is available at Preston and Burnley campuses.
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Entry requirements
120 at A2 Biology, Human Biology or Health Subject desirable BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM in Health related subject Pass Access Course: 120 UCAS Tariff points International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 120 points from Higher Level Subjects T Level: M IELTS: 7.0 with no component less than 7.0 taken within two years of the course commencement date GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths, English and Science to be achieved at time of application Applicants are required to attend a selection day when they will be interviewed for the course A satisfactory Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland) and Occupational Health clearance are required for this course.
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What students say
Based on about 41 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 98%
- Learning opportunities: 99%
- Assessment and feedback: 97%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 81%
- Learning resources: 95%
- Student voice: 92%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 55 students who started
- Continued on course: 87%
- Left higher education: 11%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 2%
What graduates do next
Based on about 14 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 95%
- Working and studying: 5%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 100%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- 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 40 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 85%
- Scotland: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 70 students who started
- A levels: 42%
- Access course: 31%
- A degree: 24%
- 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, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Fundamentals of Women, Newborn and Family Health
- Holistic Approach to Midwifery Care
- Professional Development 1
- Midwifery Practice 1
- The Midwife as an Evidence-based Practitioner
- Universal Approach to Continuity of Care and Carer
- Professional Development 2
- Midwifery Practice 2
- Promoting Autonomy and Positive Change
- Professional Development 3
- Midwifery Practice 3
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Midwifery at University of Lancashire earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £27,500 after 3 years, £34,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £28,500 and £40,000. The £34,500 median after five years is £1,500 more than the UK median for Midwifery.
What do graduates of BSc Midwifery at University of Lancashire do next?
100% 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 Lancashire?
98% 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 Lancashire?
The average entrant had 142 UCAS points.
Is BSc Midwifery at University of Lancashire 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 Lancashire?
87% of students continued into their second year, and 11% left higher education.