MSc Midwifery

The Midwifery Masters degree at the University of Bedfordshire is a full-time course that spans over three years. The course is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to become a qualified midwife. Students will gain both theoretical knowledge and practical experience throughout the course.Course Content: This Masters course covers a variety of subjects related to midwifery including the science of maternity care, promoting normality in midwifery practice, and leadership and innovation. Students will also carry out a dissertation or literature review on a related topic of their choice. Key Modules: The key modules on this course include the Safety and Quality in Midwifery, Safeguarding in Maternity Care, Midwifery Practice: Assessment of Needs, Care Planning and Coordination of Care, Public Health Science of Maternity Care, and Professional Midwifery Practice. Accreditations: The midwifery Masters course is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), ensuring that graduates are able to apply to the professional register and practice as a midwife. Future Careers: Upon graduation, students can apply to the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and register as midwives. The qualification can be used to work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, midwifery-led units, birthing centres, and clients' homes. Graduates are also equipped to undertake further study and enter into leadership roles within the field. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.