| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Coventry University's BSc (Hons) Midwifery program equips students with the knowledge, skills, and values to become professional midwives. It emphasizes safe, effective, and woman-centered care, preparing graduates to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). The program combines theoretical learning with extensive clinical practice placements, fostering critical thinking, compassionate communication, and leadership potential. Graduates are well-prepared for diverse career paths in midwifery, including roles in the NHS, independent practices, and research.
Program Outline
BSc (Hons) Midwifery | Coventry University
Degree Overview:
This full-time BSc (Hons) Midwifery program provides students with the knowledge, skills, and values required to become professional midwives and support women throughout the childbirth journey. It places emphasis on providing safe, effective, and sensitive midwifery care that meets the diverse needs of mothers, babies, and their families.
Key objectives:
- Equip graduates with the expertise and competencies needed to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as midwives.
- Develop critical analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities in students.
- Foster compassionate communication skills and a woman-centered approach to midwifery.
- Encourage leadership potential and collaborative teamwork within multi-professional settings.
Program Outline:
Structure and Content:
The program consists of three years of full-time study, equating to around 30 weeks per year. It incorporates 50% theoretical learning and 50% hands-on clinical practice placements across a range of NHS and community-based healthcare environments.
Curriculum and Modules:
The curriculum explores various aspects of midwifery, encompassing anatomy, physiology, healthcare policy, ethics, legal frameworks, communication skills, newborn healthcare, research methods, leadership development, and evidence-based practice.
- Modules:
- Fundamental Aspects of Health in Midwifery
- Foundations of Evidence-Informed Practice
- Healthy Mother and Baby
- Health and Wellbeing in the Community
- The Novice Student Midwife (Placement 1)
- Additional Care for Women and Babies with Diverse Needs
- Legal and Ethical Aspects of Midwifery Practice
- The Developing Student Midwife (Placement 2)
- Becoming a Skilled Midwifery Practitioner
- Global Perspectives in Childbirth and Midwifery
- Developing Evidence-Informed Practice
- Leadership and Management for Healthcare Professionals
- Becoming an Autonomous Midwife
- The Student Midwife as an Educator (Placement 3)
- Evidence-Based Research Project
- The Student Midwife as a Skilled Practitioner (Placement 4)
- The Competent Student Midwife (Placement 5)
Assessment:
Assessment Methods:
- Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs)
- Presentations
- Online tests
- Grading in clinical practice
Additional Components:
- Continuous assessment within clinical placements
- Maintenance of a professional portfolio
- The NMC Proficiencies for Midwives (NMC, 2019) are evaluated throughout clinical placements as a continuous process, aligning with the program's focus on the childbirth continuum and collaborative care in partnership with women and their families.
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
- A diverse range of interactive lectures and seminars
- Skills lab activities and workshops
- Practical clinical placements in real-life healthcare settings
- Online resources and learning platforms
Teaching Staff and Expertise
The program is delivered by experienced faculty, including qualified midwives, healthcare professionals, and academic researchers, who provide expert knowledge, theoretical guidance, and practical skills training.
Unique Approach:
- Focus on clinical skills development: Students participate in simulated and real-world scenarios through access to state-of-the-art facilities, including mock hospital wards, operating theaters, community houses, and dedicated midwifery suites.
- Emphasis on women-centered care and collaboration: The curriculum fosters empathy, communication skills, and respectful interaction with mothers, babies, and families, preparing graduates for successful careers as professional midwives.
Careers:
Potential Career paths:
- Registered Midwife
- Specialist Midwife (e.g., Bereavement, Antenatal Screening)
- Practice Development Lead
- Management Roles within NHS Trusts
Career Opportunities:
- National Health Service (NHS)
- Independent Midwifery Practices
- Research and Education (academia, public health)
- International organizations
- Advocacy and policy development
Career Outcomes
- Graduates are equipped to register as midwives with the NMC, enabling them to pursue diverse career options in various healthcare settings.
- The program prepares students for leadership and professional development, allowing them to advance their careers in midwifery and related fields. Additional Information:
- Students have the opportunity to gain the advanced clinical skills to conduct Newborn Physical Examination (NIPE) as determined by the NHS Antenatal and Newborn Screening Programme and NMC requirements.
- Coventry University offers ongoing support to graduates, assisting them in finding suitable work placements and navigating career opportunities upon completion of the program.
Tuition Fees and Payment Information:
- UK, Ireland , Channel Islands or Isle of Man £9,250 per year
- EU £9,250 per year with EU support bursary
- £19,850 per year without EU support bursary A non-repayable grant of £5,000 and extra payments worth up to £3,000 may be available to eligible home students for each year of study. Read more about this in the NHS Learning Support Fund information booklet.
