University of Plymouth

MSc Midwifery (Shortened)

University of PlymouthPlymouth, United Kingdom

Course overview

This programme provides Registered Adult Nurses, who already have a relevant degree, with the opportunity to study Midwifery at Masters level.This course equips you with the skills, knowledge and professional insight needed to become a registered midwife. Whether it's helping women during pregnancy and birth, or giving support to new mothers, you learn through doing, building your confidence as you go. Graduate ready to excel as a fully rounded Midwife.

Key highlights

  • Shortened route to midwifery for Registered Adult Nurses with a degree
  • Prepares you to become a registered midwife at Master's level
  • Learn through doing, supporting women during pregnancy and birth
  • Builds skills in supporting new mothers after birth

Entry requirements

  • GCSE: C — to include English, Mathematics, Science
  • Degree: 2:1 — or above
  • Additional condition: dbs_check — Enhanced DBS and Occupational Health clearance is also mandatory, along with two satisfactory references and evidence of relevant clinical experience and recent study (within the last 10 years).
  • Additional condition: occupational_health — Enhanced DBS and Occupational Health clearance is also mandatory, along with two satisfactory references and evidence of relevant clinical experience and recent study (within the last 10 years).
  • Additional condition: interview — All eligible applicants will undertake a face-to-face interview with members of the programme team and clinical partners.

Scholarships

  • International Postgraduate Welcome to Plymouth Scholarship

    £4,000 off tuition fees in year one

    Up to £4,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Registered Midwife
  • Community Midwife
  • Hospital Midwife
  • Birth Centre Midwife
  • Specialist Midwife

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £20,150 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Plymouth, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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