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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: Z075

Midwifery Studies (Extended Degree)

Northumbria University, Newcastle
Newcastle upon Tyne, England
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4 yearsDuration
£19,850Per Year (Intl)
£28,000Avg. Graduate Salary
65%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Midwifery Studies (Extended Degree) at Northumbria University, Newcastle is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about improving patient care. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Are you passionate about providing safe and life-enhancing maternity care? The BSc (Hons) Midwifery Studies has been developed to incorporate the future direction of midwifery practice, whilst drawing on the essential elements of midwifery. The programme develops students as a proficient practitioner; there is investment in personal capabilities, exploring values and developing critical abilities and research confidence. Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), the BSc Midwifery Studies course has been designed to meet the requirements of the NMC, enabling you to apply for ... A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 90% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £32,500 within three years, a 85% continuation rate, and 84% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology
Introduction to Health and Social Care
Midwifery Practice and Professional Values
Pregnancy
Labour and Postnatal Care
Mother and Baby Assessment and Care
Pharmacology and Medicines Management
Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice
Public Health and Safeguarding in Midwifery
UCAS Code:Z075
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points56

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic64————

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£19,850

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£79,400

Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Northumbria University, Newcastle

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£27,000£28,000£32,000
3 years£25,500£32,500£35,000
5 years£27,500£34,500£40,500

UK subject average: £28,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▲ 14% above UK average salary
This course
£32,500
UK average
£28,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 21% above UK average salary
This course
£34,500
UK average
£28,500

Salary trend: ↑ up £2,000 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH02-04-04). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

82%Working
2%Studying
8%Work & Study
3%Seeking Work
64%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
65%
Learning opportunities
72%
Assessment and feedback
53%
Academic support
86%
Organisation and management
31%
Learning resources
92%
Student voice
53%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
95%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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About Northumbria University, Newcastle

Northumbria University, Newcastle offers Midwifery Studies (Extended Degree) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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