Midwifery MSc

Change your career direction, our course is the ideal opportunity for current adult nurses to expand on their existing skills and knowledge. Benefit from simulated based learning and placements at local material health providers.

Course structure

This course will run over two years in a full-time mode. Whilst content of the course may change, here's what you can expect to study each year.

Our course has been developed to help relieve the shortages in the workforce and in partnership with practice partners, service users and advocacy groups to bring a personalised learning environment. 

The unique features of the course include a virtual case load. This develops your midwifery skills including relationship-based holistic care and planning and accurate clinical assessment, whilst giving high-quality decision-making within a safe learning environment.

• Engage with our research centres including Tommy’s National Centre for Miscarriage Research and The Centre for Global Women’s Health
• Work alongside experienced academics, researchers, clinical midwives, and experts in their fields exploring issues to women, their families and newborns
• Our maternal and neonatal simulation facilities will allow you to develop your clinical skills in a safe environment before using them in practice
• Our close links with placement partners ensures you will be supported and exposed to a range of specialist placements tailored to your needs

• Taught Modules- these include on campus and virtual learning through lectures, seminars, tutorials and the virtual midwifery caseload.
• Practical based learning - You'll spend a minimum of 1,800 hours on placement with local maternal health providers, including Birmingham Women's Hospital.
• Research-based modules – We encourage you to get involved with research and have access each week to maternal health research team.
• Assessments - Modules will be assessed through essays, group assignments, exams, presentations, OSCEs clinical assessments.

The modules listed below are an indication only and may be subject to change. Occasionally, it may be necessary to make changes to modules, for example, to ensure they remain current and relevant.

As a research-intensive University, our teaching is informed by the latest academic thinking and expertise of our staff. For more information on the circumstances in which the University may need to make changes to modules, please refer to the Terms and Conditions for applicants.

Year 1

2026/27 Session

The following must be taken:

Year 2

2027/28 Session

The following must be taken:

Teaching staff

Teresa Shalofsky, Lead Midwife for Education
Louise Hartin Atkin, Programme Lead

You'll need one of the following qualifications:

A Bachelors degree in Nursing (adult field), normally with 2:1 Honours or above or A Bachelors degree in a non-nursing subject, normally with 2:1 Honours or above, plus a certified qualification in adult nursing (Postgraduate Diploma, Pre-Registration Diploma or equivalent).

All applicants must also have:

• GCSE: Grade C/4 or above in English Language or Literature and Mathematics or equivalent
• Evidence of recent academic study within the last five years
• A minimum of 12 months of clinical experience as an adult nurse
• Hold a live/current registration with NMC in the UK and the ability to meet the requirements for NMC revalidation as an adult nurse for the duration of the programme
• Self-declaration of health and character, satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service and occupational health assessment/BBV clearance
• Access to IT and digital literacy to enable engagement with the programme
• A suitable reference that supports claims made on your personal statement. This should include an academic reference.
• Applicants whose first language is not English should have an overall IELTS score of 7.0 overall and with 6.5 in writing and 7.0 in all other sections to ensure compliance with Standard 1.5.6.

English presessional programmes

If you have a conditional offer for Birmingham where English is a requirement, you can take a Presessional English course as an alternative to retaking IELTS or a similar qualification. We offer on-campus courses all year round starting from September including additional online courses in the summer term.  Teaching takes place in small classes with no more than 18 students to maximise class participation.

Our graduates can expect a high level of employment and this programme will prepare you to work in all maternity settings, including in hospitals and in the community. You'll also be equipped for roles in traditional and continuity of care teams.

The knowledge, skills and values you'll develop whilst a student at Birmingham will also provide you with the foundation from which to progress to advanced clinical, leadership, management, research and education roles in midwifery.

Careers Network

Get ready for tomorrow, with advice, guidance and opportunities at every step of your studies. From developing new skills to preparing for a PhD, our Careers Network can help you gain an advantage in the job market or advance in your field.

Whatever you plan to do after your degree, the Careers Network offers a range of events and support services including networking opportunities, career coaching, one-to-one guidance, careers fairs and links with leading graduate recruiters. We also offer subject-specific careers consultants and a dedicated careers website for international students.

Our bustling campus with its beautiful grounds, friendly community and excellent facilities will quickly make you feel at home. We offer you a huge variety of accommodation options in the UK’s second city, exciting activities to get involved in outside your studies, as well as all the support and advice you need.