Midwifery BSc (Hons)
Overview
The degree prepares you for a rewarding and challenging career as a midwife. You are able to support women and their families at a crucial stage in their lives.
The School of Health Sciences at City previously incorporated the St Bartholomew School of Nursing and Midwifery - giving you a unique opportunity to benefit from over a 100 year teaching history.
Why study Midwifery at City?
- Broaden your knowledge through clinical placements in settings such as hospitals, birthing centres, clinics, clients' home and GP surgeries.
- Enhance your career prospects - City ranks high for graduate employability and has excellent opportunities for further general and specialist postgraduate study within midwifery.
- Learn via our flexible and innovative virtual learning environments and clinical skills platforms - ensuring you are prepared for a hospital environment.
- Benefit from registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council and entry to a respected profession.
- Gain with tuition fees paid by the NHS - bursaries are also available.
Entry Requirements:
Typically 300 UCAS tariff points. See 'Entry requirements' (below) for equivalent qualifications.
More...Course Fees:
- Full-time EU: £Tuition fees are paid by the NHS for home and EU students
Start Date:
September 2012
UCAS code:
B715
Entry Requirements
Tariff Points
One of the following:
- A-AS-level: 300 UCAS tariff points, at least 180 at A2. For example: 3 A levels at grades BBB or above or 2 A levels at BC and 3 AS levels at C grade or equivalent, plus 5 GCSEs at grade C or above including English and mathematics. A/AS-levels in biological science or social science are preferable.
- 14-19 Advanced Diploma: 14-19 Advanced Diploma, Society, Health and Development minimum grade C/200 points topped up with ASL points to a minimum of 300 points.
- Access course: on an individual basis.
Please check the UCAS website for information on BTEC, AVCE and IB.
Comparable overseas qualifications are acceptable subject to verification.
In addition: You will be required to have occupational health and enhanced Criminal Records Bureau clearance. Academic and character references are also required.
You will also need:
- Excellent people skills.
- Good communication skills.
- Interest in biology, foetal and child development and the process of pregnancy and birth.
- Interest in the well being and care of mothers, babies and their families.
- Team working skills.
- Confidence to work in a challenging and stressful environment.
All eligible applicants will be invited to a selection day. Applicants must be able to demonstrate maturity, have excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to be empathetic. Previous experience of working within a caring environment is desirable.
English Requirements
One of the following:
- IELTS: 7.0 overall; with at least 7.0 in the listening, reading, writing and speaking sections
- TOEFL: 110 internet-based total
- GCSE: English language grade C.
Visa Requirements
The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course at City, there are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than 6 months
- Students on courses of less than 6 months
- Students on a pre-sessional English Language course
For more information see our main Visa page.
Course Content
The degree is taught by expert staff who are leaders in the field of midwifery. The innovative and responsive course design and curriculum is supported by hi-tech facilities which include a simulated ward where you can prepare for work in a hospital environment.Students are given the opportunity to combine theoretical study with clinical experience. At City you will be part of a 'community of practice' where you can work in some of London's leading hospitals and community settings.
Course Structure
Year one
You will develop your skills, professional knowledge and an understanding of the midwife's role, working in partnership with women and multi-disciplinary teams. It includes an introduction to the fundamental principles of midwifery care, including normal childbirth.
Core modules
- Orientation to midwifery programme
- Health and society (midwifery)
- Essentials of applied human biology in midwifery
- Introduction to the delivery of professional midwifery
- Introduction to practice knowledge and skills in midwifery.
Year two
This year will help you develop your identity as a midwife. You will explore wider issues such as women's health and the public health role of the midwife. You will be able to recognise the value and importance of working within a multi-professional team to ensure the best possible outcome for women and babies when complexities arise.
Core modules
- Progressing professional midwifery knowledge
- Excellence in midwifery practice, pathology and related pharmacology
- Psychological and sociological perspectives of professional midwifery practice.
Year three
You will gain competence in caring for women who choose to have midwifery-led care, including home birth. This will help you develop autonomy and accountability as a midwife.
Core modules
- Consolidating professional midwifery knowledge
- Leadership, ethics and law within professional midwifery practice
- Developing professional autonomy and leadership in midwifery
- Literature review project (midwifery).
Teaching and Assessment
You will be taught by expert staff through lectures, facilitated group work and enquiry-based learning.
Our Virtual Learning Environment allows flexible and innovative e-learning and e-communication opportunities. Students have access to online course materials, resources, interactive activities, assessment and communication tools within an online community.
The Clinical Skills Centre at St Bartholomew's Hospital provides clinical skills teaching and learning in a simulated ward.
Assessment
Each module is assessed using a range of methods including written assignments, simulations, examination, practice-based assessments and skills assessments.
A literature-based study of 6,000 words on a subject related to midwifery is required in the final year.
Fees
- Full-time EU: £Tuition fees are paid by the NHS for home and EU students
Your tuition fees will normally be paid for by the NHS, subject to you meeting the residency requirements.
Funding
For up-to-date information about tuition fees, living costs and financial support, visit Undergraduate Fees and Finance or Postgraduate Fees and Finance.
Scholarships
New for 2012 entrants: Up to £500 cash each year for at least three years for students on this course. Read more here to see if you might qualify.Bursaries
You may also be eligible to apply for a means-tested bursary. Please visit the NHS Bursaries page of our website, or the NHS Student Bursaries website for details.Placements
60% of your time will be spent gaining practice experience through clinical placements. This experience takes place in settings such as hospitals, birthing centres, clinics, clients' homes and GP surgeries.
Career Prospects
Successful graduates will be registered by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and you will gain a professional qualification which is internationally recognised. City University London ranks high for graduate employability, and midwives are always in demand. So once you have completed your course, your career prospects are excellent.
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About the School and Department
Find out more about City University London
Midwifery
UCAS code: B715
You can apply via the UCAS applications system that supports all undergraduate applications within the UK for both home and overseas students.
It is recommended that you submit your application as early as possible.
How do we make our decision?
In reaching our selection decisions we will take into account your:
- Exam performance (actual or predicted)
- Personal Statement and reasons for choice of course / career
- Evidence of intellectual ability
- Tutor references
- Relevant work experience
All eligible applicants invited to a selection day. Applicants must be able to demonstrate maturity, have excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to be empathetic. Previous experience of working within a caring environment is desirable.
Further information
For more information contact us on:
Tel: +44 (0)20 7040 5780
health@city.ac.uk
