Midwifery Studies
UCAS Code: B720
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
including a Biological Science, but excluding General Studies. The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A-level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree courses.
Access to HE Diploma
and the remainder credits at Merit. The course must contain 18 credits in a Biological Science.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in Health and Social Care (with a minimum of 4 units in Biological Sciences).
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from a maximum of three Level 3 qualifications including an A level Biological Science at a minimum grade B and excluding General Studies. The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A-Level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree courses. Alternatively a Distinction in BTEC Subsidiary Diploma/Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care is acceptable.
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About this course
Our Midwifery Studies degree is designed to help you become a competent, confident and autonomous practitioner with the knowledge and skills to pursue a successful career. Learning from experienced midwives and gaining real-world experience in a variety of healthcare settings, you’ll be able to prepare to make a difference in the lives of women and their families.
* The course is designed by midwives for midwives and regulated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
* You’ll undertake clinical placements throughout the course in a range of settings including birth centres, midwife-led units, labour suites, antenatal/postnatal wards, as well as in the community.
* We’ll help you learn how to provide individualised care for the mother and baby throughout pregnancy, labour, childbirth and the early days of parenthood.
* You’ll be encouraged to build your communication and interpersonal skills alongside the theoretical and practical learning.
* You’ll have the opportunity to hear the experiences and viewpoints from service users and carers, who are part of the Public Partnership Group.
Many different cultural, social and health-related influences affect child-bearing women. On this course, we know just how important it is for student midwives to learn about midwifery in context, to gain a broad perspective on the delivery of care and to be supported by enthusiastic lecturers who know exactly what it’s like to be a midwife. Throughout the course you’ll have the opportunity to build excellent knowledge of the theory of midwifery. Across all areas of teaching, we focus on the promotion of normality, health and the safe management of pregnancy, to ensure the best possible outcomes for parents and the newborn.
The Government has announced that from September 2020 new and existing students studying this course will be eligible to receive a non-repayable grant of at least £5,000 each year. Further information is available on the Government's website (https://www.gov.uk/government/news/nursing-students-to-receive-5-000-payment-a-year?utmsource=Weekly%3A+Policy+bulletin+subscribers&utmcampaign=72985ca48b-EMAILCAMPAIGN201912170913&utmmedium=email&utmterm=0f0569fed7f-72985ca48b-282405321) and the Council of Deans Frequently Asked Questions (https://councilofdeans.org.uk/2019/12/new-student-support-arrangements-for-healthcare-students/?utmsource=Weekly%3A+Policy+bulletin+subscribers&utmcampaign=72985ca48b-EMAILCAMPAIGN201912170913&utmmedium=email&utmterm=0f0569fed7f-72985ca48b-282405321).
As an External Examiner for the Midwifery BSc(Hons) course at the University of Huddersfield, I have found the course team to be a delight to work with, and the relationship with them has been a real partnership. The course is engaging and provides students will all the professional attributes and clinical skills they will need. Therefore, upon successful completion of the programme, they are ready to practice as a Midwife once registered with the NMC. The course team encourage, support and engage with the students to help them achieve their maximum potential. Feedback from students, throughout my tenure, has invariably been positive. The skills of particular staff have been mentioned for the manner in which they have inspired students, giving them a glimpse of the Midwife they hope to become. The impact of such positive role modelling cannot be underestimated in preparing students for future employability. ~ Carol Mashhadi, External Examiner for Midwifery Studies BSc(Hons).
Professional links and accreditation:
This course is regulated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) (http://www.nmc.org.uk/).
Whilst studying this course you are not currently required to register as a member with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), however you must follow their codes of conduct.
Modules
Year 1
Core modules:
Biological Sciences for Midwifery
Introducing Midwifery Practice
Introduction to Evidence – Based Practice in Midwifery
Principles of Midwifery Care
Psycho-Social and Policy Aspects of Midwifery Practice
Year 2
Core modules:
Developing Skills and Competence in Midwifery Practice
Evidence Based Midwifery Practice
Public Health Aspects of Midwifery Practice
Supporting Women with Complex Needs in Pregnancy and Childbirth
Year 3
Core modules:
Promoting Normality in Complex Situations
Preparing for Effective Midwifery Practice
Preparing for Parenting
Midwifery Research Project
Assessment methods
Assessment will involve a combination of coursework, practice/competency based learning and examination, including portfolio work to support practice modules, individual and group presentations, conference presentations, poster presentations, oral examination, OSCE, essays and workbooks. Midwifery mentors liaise with academic staff, providing the opportunity for you to develop your skills and knowledge in the practice setting, which is then graded. Your module specification/course handbook will provide full details of the assessment criteria applying to your course.
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Extra funding
Please see our website for full details of the scholarship http://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-finance/undergraduate-scholarships/
The Government has announced that from September 2020 new and existing students studying this course will be eligible to receive a non-repayable grant of at least £5,000 each year. Further information is available on the Government's website (https://www.gov.uk/government/news/nursing-students-to-receive-5-000-payment-a-year?) and the Council of Deans Frequently Asked Questions (https://councilofdeans.org.uk/2019/12/new-student-support-arrangements-for-healthcare-students/).
The Uni
University of Huddersfield
Department of Health Sciences (HDHS)
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