UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD · UNITED KINGDOM
Midwifery BSc (Hons)
Bachelor's · Taught in en · UCAS B720
At a glance
36 mo
Duration
7.0
IELTS
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Tuition / yr
en
Language
Bachelor's
Level
- 2nd in Yorkshire and Humber, 16th in UK for MidwiferyRankings
- Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)Accreditation
- 3 years full-timeDuration
- September startStart Date
- City Campus locationLocation
This Bachelor of Science (BSc) with Honours in Midwifery is designed to prepare you for a rewarding career as a registered midwife. You will gain the skills to provide essential care to women and their families throughout conception, pregnancy, labour, and the postnatal period. The course emphasizes a student-centred approach using problem-based learning to develop your critical decision-making and teamwork abilities. You will learn to apply evidence-based knowledge to practice, fostering autonomy and innovation. With support from experienced lecturers and clinical supervisors, you will develop the proficiencies required by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), ensuring strong employability upon graduation.
Curriculum
The curriculum focuses on problem-based learning and active, collaborative learning. You will engage in workshops, simulations, and use creative media to enhance learning. An e-Portfolio will document your progress, encouraging critical reflection and self-evaluation. The course examines women's health from national and international perspectives, introducing you to research, social, cultural, psychological, and ethical concepts.
- First Year
- Beginning Midwifery Knowledge 1: Fundamentals of Practicemid4501-b
- Beginning Midwifery Knowledge 2: Public Healthmid4502-b
- Beginning Midwifery Knowledge 3: Midwife as global citizenmid4503-b
- Transition to Professional Self 1mid4504-b
- Midwifery Practice 1mid4505-d
- Second Year
- Developing Midwifery Knowledge 1: Working in Partnershipmid5501-b
- Developing Midwifery Knowledge 2: Advancing public healthmid5502-b
- Developing Midwifery Knowledge 3: Midwife as researchermid5503-b
- Transition to Professional Self 2mid5504-b
- Midwifery Practice 2mid5505-d
- Final Year
- Questioning Midwifery Knowledge 1: Midwife as skilled practitionermid6501-b
- Questioning Midwifery Knowledge 2: Midwife as scholarmid6502-d
- Transition to Professional Self 3mid6503-b
- Midwifery Practice 3mid6504-d
Careers
Graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), leading to assured employability as a qualified midwife.
- Registered Midwife
Frequently asked questions
- What are the entry requirements for the Midwifery BSc (Hons) program?
- Academic requirements vary by qualification, for example, A-levels require ABB, and BTEC Extended Diploma requires DDM with a Health or Science subject. All applicants must also achieve an IELTS score of 7.0 overall with no sub-test score lower than 7.0.
- How long is the Midwifery BSc (Hons) program?
- The program is 3 years in duration, studied full-time, and has a September start date.
- What professional accreditation does this program have?
- The Midwifery BSc (Hons) program is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
- What are the career prospects after graduating from this program?
- Upon successful completion, graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). This leads to assured employability as a qualified Registered Midwife.
- How do I apply for the Midwifery BSc (Hons) program?
- Applications for September entry typically open in the autumn and are made through UCAS, or directly if applying through Clearing. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview as part of the selection process.
Entry requirements
A levelsABB from three full A levels. No subject-specific requirements.
T levelsDistinction overall, with a specific requirement in Health or Healthcare Science.
BTEC Extended DiplomaDDM. A Health or Science subject is required.
Access to Higher Education Diploma128 UCAS tariff points from a Health Professions or Science diploma, with at least 12 credits at Distinction in Biology.
International Baccalaureate128 UCAS tariff points from 3 HL subjects at 6,6,5. Additionally, specific requirements in Science, Mathematics, and English (HL or SL).
IELTS7.0 overall, with no sub-test score lower than 7.0.
Interviews are part of the selection process. All offers are conditional on a satisfactory occupational health screening, a second reference, and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Applicants with criminal convictions will undergo a specific panel process. For international students who do not meet direct entry requirements, the International College may be an option.
Fees
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Tuition (home)—
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Tuition and living cost information for international students is not available on this page. Please refer to the university's official fees section for current details.
How to apply
1. ApplySubmit your application. For the 2026 entry, applications are typically made through UCAS or directly if applying through Clearing.
2. InterviewShortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview as part of the selection process.
3. Conditional OfferReceive a conditional offer based on meeting academic and other requirements.
4. Pre-enrolment ChecksSatisfy conditions including satisfactory occupational health screening, providing a second reference, and obtaining a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
5. EnrolmentOnce all conditions are met, you can enrol on the course.
Accreditation
Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
Frequently asked questions
What are the entry requirements for the Midwifery BSc (Hons) program?
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Academic requirements vary by qualification, for example, A-levels require ABB, and BTEC Extended Diploma requires DDM with a Health or Science subject. All applicants must also achieve an IELTS score of 7.0 overall with no sub-test score lower than 7.0.
How long is the Midwifery BSc (Hons) program?
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The program is 3 years in duration, studied full-time, and has a September start date.
What professional accreditation does this program have?
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The Midwifery BSc (Hons) program is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
What are the career prospects after graduating from this program?
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Upon successful completion, graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). This leads to assured employability as a qualified Registered Midwife.
How do I apply for the Midwifery BSc (Hons) program?
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Applications for September entry typically open in the autumn and are made through UCAS, or directly if applying through Clearing. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview as part of the selection process.