From July to September students spend 12 weeks working with a midwife. The second year focuses on the causes and effects of altered health states and obstetric complications in childbearing. Midwifery studies focus on the personal and professional development of the midwife. Clinical placements within each semester complement theoretical studies. Students will be expected and encouraged to become more involved in the provision of care.
Clinical practice continues during the summer enabling students to consolidate level two studies.
During the third year students are encouraged to evaluate critically all aspects of professional practice including neonatal studies and will be further prepared for their role as autonomous practitioners of midwifery. Clinical placements are designed to facilitate professional development. Assessment methods comprise a mixture of invigilated assessment and coursework. In the third year, students work on a 6,000-8,000 word dissertation. See Entry Requirements for Degree Courses Mature applicants who do not meet the usual entry requirements will be considered individually if they can demonstrate that they can cope with the academic demands of the course.