BSc (Hons) Midwifery at University of Derby

Programme overview

As a student midwife you will learn the art and science of midwifery. Becoming a midwife is life changing. It's intense, exciting and hugely rewarding.

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Clinical Practice 1, Introduction to the Professional Midwife, Foundations of Care for Mother and Baby, Midwifery Skills 1. Year 2 core modules: Clinical Practice 2, Developing the Professional Midwife, Evolving Care of Mother and Baby, Midwifery Skills 2. Year 3 core modules: Clinical Practice 3, Professional Leadership, Care for Women and Neonates with Complex Needs, Evidence Based Midwifery Practice.

Career pathways

This BSc (Hons) Midwifery provides all the theoretical and practical elements you need to meet the NMC standards and be eligible for registration on the midwifery section of the NMC professional register.

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Application information

Entry requirements

September 2026 entry: UCAS points: 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 requirements: IELTS: 6.5 (with at least 6.0 in each skills area)

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27) Source

Intake: September

Duration: Full-time: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/37e290a7-266a-47c7-b850-ee42db1fce02

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