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About this course
Become a midwife with BSc Midwifery at the University of Southampton, ranked 1st in the UK for Midwifery (Guardian University Guide 2025).
On your three-year Midwifery degree you'll gain the skills needed to make a lasting impact on the lives of women and their families through your in-depth understanding of the physical, mental, and social aspects of healthy and complex pregnancy and childbirth.
This midwifery course is split equally between campus study and clinical placements. Placements will be in one of the five NHS Trusts we have partnership with; University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust, Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and University Hospital Sussex. You may experience a wide variety of other settings including community midwifery, clinics, and GP practices. There’s also the option to gain experience abroad in your second year.
Key features of the course:
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Research is a core element of your degree, and you’ll be able to do 2 research-based assignments on midwifery topics of your choice
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You'll benefit from the expertise and support of world-leading academics who are shaping the future of midwifery practice in the UK and beyond, meaning you'll graduate with the most advanced understanding of the profession and best practice
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You’ll spend a minimum of 2,300 hours in clinical placements over the course of the three years, equipping you with the skills and experience you need to become a registered midwife
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You'll be based at our Highfield campus, where you'll put your learning into practice in our dedicated facilities including simulated hospital wards, clinical skills suites, and with cutting-edge birthing simulation manakins.
Student support
You'll be supported from day one, both during your time studying on campus and during your placements, by your personal support network of academics: your Personal Academic Tutor (PAT), a senior tutor, and by your fellow students via initiatives like the Schwartz Rounds designed to support health-care staff to deliver compassionate care by helping them to reflect on their work in groups of peers.
Further information
This BSc Midwifery degree is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). On graduation you'll be able to register as a registered midwife.
The NHS Learning Support Fund may assist your journey to becoming a registered healthcare professional. If you're a UK applicant you could be eligible for £5,000 per academic year, depending on your programme of study.
Modules
Throughout this degree, you will take a ‘whole person’ approach. Your clinical practice will be enriched by the understanding of the social and psychological aspects of childbirth. You will learn about the midwife’s role in public health and develop leadership and critical thinking skills.
Year 1: Understand the biological, psychological and sociological processes of pregnancy and birth.
Year 2: Learn how to identify and manage pregnancy, labour and birth for women with complex health needs and develop skills to manage obstetric and neonatal emergencies. You will also commence a research project of your choice and build on your understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice.
Years 3: You will explore the wider context of professional practice, expanding knowledge around ethics, governance, leadership and innovation. You will complete your research project and prepare for qualification.
Please go to our course page for a full list of our modules.
Assessment method
Assessments range from essays and exams to projects. These take place throughout the course to ensure that you are reaching the right levels of attainment. Your practical skills will be assessed whist you are on placement and recorded by your practice mentor.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Nursing and Midwifery Council
This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B720
- Institution code:
- S27
- Campus name:
- Main Site - Highfield Campus
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Southampton has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B720
- Institution code:
- S27
- Campus name:
- Main Site - Highfield Campus
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - AAB - ABB
ABB including one accepted science subject or AAB if not studying a required subject. A pass in the science practical required where applicable.
Acceptable sciences are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Physical Education, Psychology and Sociology.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD
DDD in the BTEC National Extended Diploma in either Health and Social Care or Applied Science.
Access to HE Diploma - D: 39 credits M: 6 credits
Science based Access to HE Diploma with 39 distinctions and 6 merits.
Scottish Higher
We normally consider applicants who offer at least 1 Advanced Higher. Applicants presenting with only Highers will be considered on a case by case basis. Where Highers are taken over two years it might be expected that higher grades are achieved, particularly in any specific subjects required. For example, S5 – S6 (2 years): AABBB (A in specific subject) or S6 (1 year): ABBBB (A in specific subject).
Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD
DD in the BTEC National Diploma plus A in an acceptable science A Level subject
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - D
D in the BTEC National Extended Certificate plus AB in A Level subjects to include an acceptable science subject.
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) - DDD
DDD in the BTEC Extended Diploma in either Health and Social Care or Applied Science.
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF) - DD
DD in BTEC Diploma plus grade A in an accepted science A Level
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF) - D
D in BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus AB in A Level subjects including an accepted science
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 points
Pass with 34 points overall with 17 points at Higher Level.
OR
Pass with 32 points overall with 16 points at Higher Level including one accepted science.
Acceptable sciences are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Physical Education, Psychology and Sociology.
International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP):
The University of Southampton accepts the IBCP for entry to their degree programmes, recognising the value of combining academic skills with practical skills, providing a solid preparation for university level work. Offers will be made on the individual components of the IBCP. Applicants not taking the full IBCP but presenting with a combination of a Level 3 vocational qualification and IB Certificates may still be considered.
Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements.
Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales - B
AA from two A Levels and B from the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
OR
AB from two A Levels including an accepted science subject and B from the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
Extended Project - A
If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A Levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A level offer: ABB with grade A in the EPQ
OR
BBB including an accepted science subject and grade A in the EPQ.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H1, H2, H2, H2, H2, H2 - H2, H2, H3, H3, H3, H3
H1 H2 H2 H2 H2 H2 or H2 H2 H2 H2 H3 H3 including an acceptable science subject.
Applicants also need to hold Ordinary Level English and Maths at O4 or higher.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - D3, D3, M2
D3 D3 M2 in three Principle subjects or D3 M2 M2 in three Principle subjects including an acceptable science subject.
Acceptable sciences are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Physical Education, Psychology and Sociology.
Cambridge Pre-U's can be used in combination with other qualifications such as A Levels to achieve the equivalent of the typical offer, where D3 can be used in lieu of A Level grade A or grade M2 can be used in lieu of grade B.
T Level - D
Health – An overall Distinction with grade A in the Core element and Merit in Supporting the Nursing or Midwifery Team Specialism
Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 4/C) and Science (minimum grade 4/C) if not offered at a level 3 qualification.
Recent relevant study within the last 5 years
You may be required to attend a selection day. Satisfactory Occupational Health and Police Checks will be required.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Additional entry requirements
- Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
- Health checks
- Interview
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | with a minimum of 7.0 in Listening, Reading & Speaking and with a minimum of 6.5 in Writing. |
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
Most of the students who previously enrolled on this course joined us with grades lower than our published entry criteria. After receiving their grades, we carefully considered each students’ individual circumstances before confirming their place on their chosen course.
We encourage everyone with the potential to succeed to apply, regardless of their background. Applicants who qualify for contextual admissions will be made an offer lower than the typical offer for that programme.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
- Data from:
- This course and 6 other nursing and midwifery courses
- Date range:
- 2022-2024
Grades held by accepted students
- A*A*A
- Highest grades
- BCC
- Lowest grades
Offer rate for UK school & college leavers
Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.
This course has a required grade that may not be listed in the data. Check the entry requirements for the full qualification requirements.
How do you compare?
See how students with your grades have been accepted onto this course in the past.
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| EU | £24800 | Year 1 |
| International | £24800 | Year 1 |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Please see our website for further details and updates: www.southampton.ac.uk/uni-life/fees-funding.page
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