Midwifery - BMid

University of Manchester

This course was updated and validated by the Nursingand Midwifery Councils (NMC) and the University in March 2022 to align with the revised NMC (2019) Standards for pre-registration midwifery programmes and Standards of Proficiency for Midwives. The course is an undergraduate, pre-registration programme over three years for those taking the bachelor's in Midwifery route and over four years for those who choose to take the master's in Midwifery route. Successful completion of either route will lead to registration as a midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. You will split your time on the course equally between theory study and clinical learning in practice learning environments. The theory component will be delivered in a blend of face-to-face and online teaching, including face-to-face lectures, tutorials and seminars, clinical teaching in our skills laboratories, online lectures and seminars, guided independent and self-directed study. All teaching is provided by academic staff who are qualified midwives or other professionals with qualifications related to health. Learning in clinical practice will take place under the supervision of qualified midwives and other health professionals within local NHS maternity services. To enhance your clinical learning experience, you will move to a new NHS Trust site at the start of your second year for the remainder of your studies. Your knowledge, attitude and skills will be assessed using a variety of methods, including written academic assignments, written examinations, viva voce examinations, clinical skills examinations in the skills laboratories and assessment of performance in clinical practice using the national, NMC validated Midwifery Ongoing Record of Achievement. You will be supported by your academic advisor to decide whether to extend your studies by 10 months and take the integrated master's in midwifery, which depends on your performance during Years 1 and 2. Tuition fees apply to thefourth year, and student finance is available. The integrated master's will support your further development in leadership, clinical practice, critical thinking, education and research through examination of new insights related to and at the forefront of midwifery practice. Successful completion of the integrated master's in midwifery will give you a step-up as you prepare for your career progression.