Midwifery | Bournemouth University

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Course summary

What career could be more rewarding than one that supports women as they bring new life into the world? This course, with an accreditation by the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) and UNICEF UK Baby Friendly Initiative, will enable you to do just that.

Why study BSc (Hons) Midwifery at BU?

You can opt to study at either of our campuses – Bournemouth or Portsmouth.
With a strong emphasis on women-centred care, the course offers an equal balance of theory and practice.
50% of the course will be spent in practice placements, in community and hospital settings, where you’ll learn from your interactions with women, families, midwives and other health professionals.
You’ll be introduced to new equipment and skills in our simulation facilities, including a birthing suite, where you can familiarise yourself with techniques prior to going into practice.
Learn from experienced and knowledgeable registered midwives and other healthcare practitioners.
95% of our nursing graduates are either employed or in further study within 15 months of graduating (source DiscoverUni 2023)

**Funding support: Midwifery students may be eligible for a non-repayable government training grant of at least £5,000 a year.

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:: B720
Institution code:: B50

This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.

Course options

Open days

Bournemouth University Postgraduate Open Evening
17 Mar 2026, 17:00
Poole
Midwifery Open Day at Portsmouth Campus
1 Apr 2026, 11:15
Portsmouth
Bournemouth University Undergraduate Open Day
8 Apr 2026, 09:00
Poole

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Student Outcomes

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95 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

95 Go onto work and study

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