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BSc (Hons) Midwifery Bachelor's degree at Northampton
BSc (Hons) Midwifery at Northampton is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for registration as a qualified midwife, and the University of Northampton is a recognised UK degree-awarding body.
BSc (Hons)
Award
3
Years
Full-time
Study mode
95%
in work/study (15m)
About this course
Learn in the state of the art midwifery skills lab at the University of Northampton on our specialist degree accredited by UNICEF. Apply now! From the provider’s course page.
BSc (Hons) Midwifery is a Bachelor's degree (BSc (Hons)) at Northampton, based in Waterside Campus, University of Northampton. It runs 3 years, studied full-time.
For Midwifery graduates from this provider, 95% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 85% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £28,500. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Nursing & Health, see the sections below.
Course evidence score
The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.
8.6
/ 10
Excellent
3 of 3 official measures
Student satisfaction
What students say in the National Student Survey
Excellent81
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Graduate outcomes
In work or further study 15 months after graduating
Exceptional95
Limited evidence Published sample: 20; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2022-23. Graduate Outcomes work or further study 95% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Continuation
Students who continue past their first year
Excellent81
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2022-23. Continuation 81% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Year 1 5 modules
- Foundations of Midwifery CareCompulsory20 credits
Module details
The purpose of this module is to enable the student to understand, apply and consolidate the principles of individualised care planning within the context of universal midwifery care. Students will apply a person-centred approach considering relevant physiological, psychosocial and cultural factors.
- Participating in Clinical Midwifery PracticeCompulsory40 credits
Module details
The purpose of this module is to enable the student, under direct supervision and direction, to provide safe universal midwifery care for women, newborns and families in a variety of models of maternity/midwifery care. Students will also begin to participate in the provision of care for women and newborns with additional care needs as part of the wider health and social care team.
- Cultural perspectives in midwiferyCompulsory20 credits
Module details
The purpose of this module is to enable the student to demonstrate understanding of the culture of midwifery and apply this to the provision of psychosocial and culturally appropriate maternity care.
- Scholarly Practice in MidwiferyCompulsory20 credits
Module details
The purpose of this module is to develop the student's personal, professional and academic skills, including digital and technological literacy. Students will explore appropriate sources of information that underpin the midwife's role in relation to public health agendas for women, newborns and the wider family.
- Universal Care Needs Applied to MidwiferyCompulsory20 credits
Module details
The purpose of this module is to develop the student's knowledge and understanding of the underpinning anatomical and physiological systems and principles of pharmacology to support the provision of safe and effective midwifery care.
Year 2 5 modules
- Additional Care Needs Applied to MidwiferyCompulsory10 credits
Module details
The purpose of this module is to develop the students' knowledge and understanding of the underpinning pathophysiology of adult, fetal and newborn body systems and pharmacological principles applied to altered health conditions, to support the provision of safe and effective midwifery care for those with additional needs.
- Contributing to Clinical Midwifery PracticeCompulsory50 credits
Module details
The purpose of this module is to enable the student to contribute, with decreasing levels of supervision and direction, to the provision of safe universal midwifery care for women, newborns and families in a variety of models of maternity/midwifery care. Students are also required to contribute to the provision of care for women and newborns with additional care needs as part of the wider health and social care team.
- Developing Midwifery CareCompulsory30 credits
Module details
The purpose of this module is to enable the student to analyse and apply the principles of individualised care planning within the context of universal midwifery care and those with additional care needs. Students will apply legal, ethical and professional frameworks to inform a person-centred approach when considering complex physiological, psychosocial and cultural factors.
- Research in MidwiferyCompulsory20 credits
Module details
The purpose of this module is to enhance students' academic skills through critiquing local, national and/or international evidence surrounding socio-cultural issues relevant to professional midwifery care within the context of research. With a focus on advocacy for women, newborns and the wider family, students will develop a proposal for research.
- Cultural Humility in MidwiferyCompulsory10 credits
Module details
The purpose of the module is to enable students to identify and explain barriers and facilitators to providing culturally competent midwifery care in a changing socio-political environment.
Year 3 3 modules
- Consolidating Midwifery CareCompulsory30 credits
Module details
The purpose of this module is to enable the student to evaluate information from a variety of sources and apply this to autonomous midwifery practice. Students will focus on risk limitation and service improvement as leaders of care for those with universal and complex needs across the childbirth continuum.
- Proficiency in Clinical Midwifery PracticeCompulsory60 credits
Module details
The purpose of this module is to enable the student to demonstrate proficiency, with appropriate supervision, in leading safe and competent universal midwifery care for women, newborns and families in a variety of models of maternity/midwifery care. Proficiency is also required in the provision and coordination of care for women and newborns with additional care needs as part of the wider health and social care team.
- Independent ProjectCompulsory30 credits
Module details
The purpose of this module is to enable students to consolidate their skills as a colleague, scholar and leader in solving complex problems and making evidence-informed decisions by applying a range of research skills and methods within the arena of midwifery practice, care and/or services. They will consolidate skills of critical analysis, synthesis and evaluation of the literature to produce a project with the aim to promote positive outcomes and strive towards excellence in midwifery care.
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
This degree combines theoretical knowledge and supervised clinical practice in a state-of-the-art midwifery skills lab. You'll usually begin with foundations in clinical practice, anatomy and physiology, then progress through acute and long-term care, medicines management, and evidence-based practice. Placements run throughout all 3 years, meeting NMC standards for practical experience. As you advance, you'll move into complex care and leadership topics, preparing you for registration as a midwife. Specialisations available include adult nursing, mental health, children's nursing, community and primary care, and leadership pathways, though your focus will be midwifery-specific.
Who it's for
This course suits those committed to midwifery practice and registered healthcare delivery. You'll study full-time over three years, combining classroom learning with practical placements in clinical settings. The programme prepares you for professional registration and a career supporting women and families through pregnancy, labour and the postnatal period.
University & format
The University of Northampton is a university located at Waterside Campus. The BSc (Hons) Midwifery is a 3-year full-time degree taught in English. The course is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for registration as a qualified midwife, and it is recognised as a UK degree-awarding body. The University holds Silver for teaching quality in the Office for Students' TEF 2023.
Student satisfaction
How students on this course answered the National Student Survey, by theme.
Share of students responding positively.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
Application timelineWhat happens next
- 2027 entryCompleted applications can be submitted
Your application needs a reference before you can send it.
- 2026 entryFinal date for 2026 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2026 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
- 2027 entryEqual-consideration deadline
18:00 UK time for most undergraduate courses.
Show 5 later dates
- 2027 entryUCAS Extra opens
Applicants who used all five choices and hold no offer may be able to add another choice.
- 2027 entryLast day applications go directly to providers
Applications received after 18:00 UK time are entered into Clearing.
- 2027 entryClearing opens
Eligible applicants can see vacancies and release themselves into Clearing.
- 2027 entryFinal date for 2027 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2027 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
Published entryBBC at A Level, DMM at BTEC typical offer
Provider-published requirement; check the linked course page before applying.
AccreditationNMC
Names detected beside accreditation or recognition copy on the provider course page; verify the route and intake.
Open daysOpen Days
See and book current events. Dates can fill or change.
Entry & how to get in
Typical offer (from the provider)The university’s course page lists a typical A-level offer of BBC. Always check the provider for the current offer and subject requirements.
Most entrants held A-levels or equivalent70% of accepted students came in with A-levels or equivalent (entrants over recent years).
Typical UCAS tariff: 128 - 143 pointsThe most common UCAS tariff band among accepted students. This is what entrants had, not a stated requirement.
Professionally accreditedApproved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified midwife
Entry requirements are set by the universityGrades, subjects and contextual offers vary. Check Northampton's official course page for the current offer.
Who gets in
What recently admitted students actually held, official admissions data, not a stated requirement.
UCAS tariff of entrants
Grades are the A-level equivalent of each points band. Tap a band to check your own chances below.
Qualifications held on entry
| Qualification | Share |
|---|---|
| A-levels or equivalent | 70% |
| an Access course | 17% |
| a previous degree | 8% |
| another higher-education qualification | 3% |
| Other | 3% |
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Offer-based entry
Entry is set by the university and based on your offer. Use your predicted grades to see how you compare, then check the university's stated requirements.
Will you get in? Plot your grades
Pick your predicted A-levels and watch your UCAS points land on the real spread of students admitted to this course.
Your UCAS points0
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Each bar is the share of admitted students in that UCAS-points band (lower → higher). Grades show the A-level equivalent.
Add your grades to see where you land
Based on the official admitted-student tariff distribution. Many universities make contextual (reduced-grade) offers, so a result below the range doesn’t rule you out.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
Apply by13 January 2027, 18:00 UK timefor this course
Typical gradesAABA-level equivalent admitted students held
UCAS codeB720quote this on your application
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course (code B720). One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by 13 January 2027, 18:00 UK time
UCAS equal-consideration deadline for most undergraduate courses. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
💡 Many universities make a contextual (reduced-grade) offer, for example based on your school’s results, time in care, or where you live. Ask Northampton whether you’re eligible before you apply; it can lower the grades you need.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Home£9,790 / yr
Provider fee page (England 2026/27 cap where not stated).
Check fees at Northampton →For students who normally live in England
illustrative Maintenance Loan per year
£9,790tuition used per year, published course home fee
illustrative borrowing over 3 years
2026/27 Student Finance England figures. Maintenance support is means-tested and this two-point view is not an entitlement calculator. The course total uses its published length and home fee where both are available; a missing full-time fee uses the clearly labelled England-cap scenario, while part-time fees and unknown lengths are never guessed. Use the official calculator. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland use separate systems: SAAS, Student Finance Wales, and Student Finance NI.
Starting on or after 1 January 2027?
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement is a separate system. A new learner’s tuition entitlement is currently stated as £39,160 (about 480 credits at 2026/27 fee levels), subject to prior study and eligibility. Check the official LLE guide.
Paying for it
- Tuition Fee Loan: can cover eligible tuition up to the applicable limit and is paid straight to the provider.
- Maintenance Loan: up to £10,830/yr away from home outside London (England, 2026/27), means-tested on household income.
- Repayment: 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below it; written off after 40 years.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
England figures shown; Scotland, Wales & NI run their own schemes, check gov.uk.
Funding matched to this course
All Northampton funding →Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
Named awards published by the university. Compare the eligibility and application route before budgeting for one.
National funding for this subject
- NHS Learning Support Fund: Eligible nursing, midwifery and allied-health students can receive a non-repayable training grant. Official guidance
Amounts, exclusions and deadlines can change. An award is not guaranteed unless the university confirms it.
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Careers & earnings
What Nursing & Health graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
Graduate earnings: this course
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £28,500 | £28,000 – £32,000 | 20 |
| 3 years after | £30,000 | £23,000 – £37,000 | 40 |
| 5 years after | £32,000 | £23,000 – £37,500 | 35 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Limited evidence. Published sample: 20; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2022-23.
Graduate outcomes, 15 months on: this course
95%
in work or further study 15 months on
85%
in highly skilled work or study
81%
continue past their first year
100%
find their work meaningful
85%
say work fits their future plans
- 1Newly Qualified PractitionerPreceptorship / first post · 0–2 yrs
- 2Registered PractitionerAutonomous practice · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / SpecialistSpecialist or team lead · 5–10 yrs
- 4Advanced / Consultant PractitionerAdvanced practice or management · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Nursing & Health nationally
Starting (15 months) HESA GO
£28,500
£27,000 – £30,500After 3 years LEO
£30,000
£23,800 – £33,600After 5 years LEO
£32,000
£27,200 – £38,400national rangethis course’s medianaxis £22,500 – £39,500
National figures for Nursing & Health graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
What happened to 100 students?
Choose an outcome to translate the published percentage into a simple 100-person view. Each dot represents one percentage point, not an individual tracked student.
95 of 100
were in work or further study
15 months after graduation
85% working5% working and studying0% in further study85% in highly skilled work or study
Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2022-23. Limited evidence. Published sample: 20; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2022-23. Each tab is a separate published measure; categories can overlap and should not be added together.
Value compared with similar courses
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Nursing & Health courses at the same study level.
This course £32,000Peer median £31,500Middle 50% £28,000–£34,000
57th percentile
Compared with 1,506 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
Birmingham City UniversityBSc (Hons) Nursing - Adult (January intake)£32,000Birmingham City UniversityBSc (Hons) Nursing - Adult (September intake)£32,000Birmingham City UniversityBSc (Hons) Nursing - Adult with Foundation Year (January intake)£32,000Birmingham City UniversityBSc (Hons) Nursing - Adult with Foundation Year (September intake)£32,000
UK occupations graduates enter
Published graduate destinations, joined conservatively to UK SOC 2020, ONS pay and Skills England demand.
- Nursing ProfessionalsSOC 2020 223 · 70% of published destinations · ASHE median £37,597
Discover Uni JOBLIST/JOBTYPE; ONS ASHE 2025 provisional, all employee jobs; Skills England Occupations in Demand 2025. SOC is shown only for an exact normalised label match; demand is shown only at exact four-digit SOC. Published sample: 25; response rate: 60%. Pay describes the occupation across workers, not a guaranteed graduate salary.
Is BSc (Hons) Midwifery worth it?
Generally yes. On its graduates’ median earnings, BSc (Hons) Midwifery is worth about +£50,630 more over the first ten years of work than going straight to a job, a solid return once you net out the fees.
Solid payoff: pays for itself within the typical range for a degree
Cumulative earnings vs. going straight to work at 18, counting tuition and 3 years of wages given up while studying. The line clears zero around year 14.7. This is a simplified gross-earnings comparison, not a forecast of cash loan repayments.
+£50,630
10-year payoff
extra earnings over the first decade, after the fees you pay
2.7×
Return on investment
extra earnings over 10 yrs per £1 of fees
£29,370
Tuition over the course
£9,790/yr × 3 yrs (published course home fee)
£32,000
Grad earnings, 5 yrs on
£8,000 above a non-graduate (£24,000)
Model: this course’s own median graduate earnings (Graduate Outcomes / LEO) above the £24,000 non-graduate baseline (ONS), net of £9,790/yr over 3 years (published course home fee). Eligible England-domiciled students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan; repayments are 9% only on income above the threshold, with anything left written off after 40 years. That makes the cash flow different from conventional commercial debt. Opportunity cost assumes £18,000 gross earnings forgone in each study year; figures are nominal and exclude tax, living costs, investment returns and loan interest. A simplified estimate. Earnings and actual fees vary by graduate, provider, fee status and UK nation.
Job market & outlook
How Nursing & Health graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
90%
in work or further study 15 months after graduating, across Nursing & Health courses nationally.
Graduate Outcomes87%
of working graduates are in highly skilled work or further study.
highly skilled85%
of students continue past their first year (still enrolled or completed).
continuationHow AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine documentation and triage support
- Scheduling and records admin
- First-pass risk flags from data
- Standard reference look-ups
More human than ever
- Hands-on, compassionate care
- Clinical judgement and accountability
- Communicating with patients and families
- Ethics and safeguarding decisions
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Nursing & Health graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- NHS trusts
- Private healthcare
- Care providers
- Community & mental-health services
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Nursing & Health graduates.
Nursing Home ManagerJarrodean Healthcare RecruitmentSenior Charge Nurse Uist Community Nursing teamNHS National Services ScotlandCare Assistant - Nursing Home | Flexible Hours, Weekly PayMpa RecruitmentCare Assistant (Nursing) - Nightshift - RatheaneMacklin Care Homes LimitedSenior Support Worker: Meaningful Care & Flexible ShiftsPotens GroupDental NurseBupa Dental CareLive from the StudySmarter job board · as of 2026-08-01.See all matching jobs
Is this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
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Student finance
Published home tuition is £9,790/year for this course. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years.
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Where graduates go
95% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, with a median salary of £28,500. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
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Your entry chances
Use the UCAS points calculator above to see how your predicted grades compare with admitted students, and whether a contextual offer could apply.
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Official-data snapshot
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 8.6 out of 10: NSS 80.9% · in work or study 95% · continued 81%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
The University of Northampton
All students13,505
International16.4%
Aged 25+34.8%
Subjects allied to medicine across the UK
Students360,360
Aged 25+51.5%
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around Waterside Campus, University of Northampton
2,220 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
Violent Crime 679Anti Social Behaviour 509Shoplifting 183Public Order 163Other Theft 143
Police.uk street-level API. Approximate locations, not confined to campus. England, Wales and Northern Ireland; not Scotland.
Is Nursing & Health right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to Northampton from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is set per course by Northampton; international fees are typically £12,000–£30,000/year for classroom subjects and higher for lab/clinical ones. You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check Northampton’s funding pages.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with Northampton and gov.uk before you apply.
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Common questions
How competitive is entry?
Entry is offer-based and set by the university. The most common tariff band among recent entrants was 128 - 143 UCAS points. Use the calculator on this page to see where your predicted grades would put you; many universities also make lower contextual offers.
What are the entry requirements?
Set by Northampton. Most accepted students held A-levels or equivalent. Check the university's course page for the exact offer.
What do graduates go on to do?
For Midwifery graduates from this provider, 95% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 85% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £28,500. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
What will it cost me?
The published home tuition is £9,790 per year for this course. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years. See Fees & funding on this page to work out your numbers.
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