BSc (Hons) Midwifery

The University of Lincoln offers a Midwifery BSc (Hons) degree for students seeking to become professional midwives. The course aims to develop competent, confident midwives to practice in a variety of settings. Here, students are given the chance to cultivate a deep and systematic understanding of current theory, and the knowledge, skills and proficiency integral to the role of the midwife. Course Content: The curriculum includes a blend of theory and practically-focused modules, providing students an understanding of the physical, emotional and social changes a woman goes through during pregnancy, labour and the early postnatal period. The course offers a highly practical approach with approximately 50% of time spent on clinical placements within maternity services, including community and hospital settings.Key Modules: Key modules in this course cover Human biology and reproduction, Pregnancy and childbirth, Women's health and illness, and Newborn and infant physical and mental health.Accreditations: Upon successful completion, students are eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a qualified midwife.Future Careers: Pursuing this course will equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to pursue successful careers as registered midwives. They can work in a range of settings including maternity units, neonatal units, and health visitor teams, in both the NHS and private healthcare settings. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.