Midwifery BSc
Robert Gordon University
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Bachelor of Science - BSc

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Main Site - Aberdeen

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Full Time

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SEP-25

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Science - BSc

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Main Site - Aberdeen

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A midwife makes a vital and unique contribution to the wellbeing of women and families during one of life’s most important events. This popular and dynamic pre-registration midwifery course leads to an academic award and a qualification as a Registered Midwife. The course consists of approximately 50% theory and 50% clinical practice.The course is designed to stimulate your curiosity. Emphasis is also placed on motivating you to become a competent professional practitioner. You will develop a ...Read more

A midwife makes a vital and unique contribution to the wellbeing of women and families during one of life’s most important events. This popular and dynamic pre-registration midwifery course leads to an academic award and a qualification as a Registered Midwife. The course consists of approximately 50% theory and 50% clinical practice.The course is designed to stimulate your curiosity. Emphasis is also placed on motivating you to become a competent professional practitioner. You will develop a keen awareness of the need for continuing education and development throughout your professional career.A key part of the course is the clinical experience acquired in a range of hospital and community settings. You will have placements in a range of busy obstetric units where you will gain midwifery experience caring for women and families who require specialist input from maternity care teams.You will also have the opportunity to participate in midwifery care in more remote and rural settings. You will be continuously supported and assessed by midwives during your practice placements. These experienced mentors will develop your skills in the delivery of midwifery care.

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CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
66th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
91st
Midwifery
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 85 = 15% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
15%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Midwifery graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Midwifery graduate salary
£22,000
What students say
SR
Student Reviewer
30 Nov 14

I would recommend applying to RGU. The campus is modern and not difficult to get to, and all the buildings are close together which is great. The sports facilities are pretty good..Read more

Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A level:

BCC Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

BBBC Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

M:45,P:15 Grades / Points required

Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6):

Pass Grades / Points required

HNC (BTEC):

P Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

27 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H2,H3,H3,H3 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DMM Grades / Points required

Scottish HNC:

Pass Grades / Points required

Scottish HND:

Pass Grades / Points required

T Level:

Pass (C and above) Grades / Points required

To include English and a Science subject (Biology, Human Biology or Psychology are recommended). Maths is also required at GCSE level grade 5 if not held at A-Level.

To include English and a Science subject (Biology, Human Biology or Psychology are recommended). Maths or Applications of Maths is required at National 5 grade C if not held at Higher Level.

Acceptable when combined with other qualifications. English, Maths and a Science subject is required at higher level.Please contact the Admissions Office for further information.

May be accepted in combination with SQA Highers

Accepted when combined with other qualifications. English and Science are also required at Scottish Higher/A Level. Maths may also be required at National 5/GCSE grade C or above.Please contact the Admissions Office for further information.

To include Higher Level English and a Science Subject (Biology is recommended). Maths is also required at Standard Level if not held at Higher.

To include English and a Science subject (Biology, Human Biology or Psychology are recommended). Maths is also required at O3 if not held Higher.

English and a Science are required at A Level.Maths is also required at GCSE level grade 5 if not held at A-Level.

Accepted when combined with other qualifications. English and Science are also required at Scottish Higher/A Level. Maths may also be required at National 5/GCSE grade C or above.Please contact the Admissions Office for further information.

Accepted when combined with other qualifications. English and Science are also required at Scottish Higher/A Level. Maths may also be required at National 5/GCSE grade C or above.Please contact the Admissions Office for further information.

Accepted in combination with A Level English and a Science subject at grade C. Maths is also required at GCSE grade 5.

Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£1,820 per year

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Students from Scotland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

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30 Nov 14
Midwifery BSc
I would recommend applying to RGU. The campus is modern and not difficult to get to, and all the buildings are close together which is great. The sports facilities are pretty good...
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Robert Gordon University
Garthdee House Garthdee Road Aberdeen Aberdeen, City Of AB10 7QB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Aberdeen  1.6 miles away

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