Most midwives work within the National Health Service, although opportunities do exist for private practice. We anticipate that graduate midwives will be at an advantage when seeking to advance their careers. This is discussed at interview and your preferences are ascertained, however we cannot guarantee to place you in your first choice of hospital. The Department of Health pays fees and means tested bursaries. There is additional access to student loans where appropriate.
Bursaries are available to graduates from other disciplines.
Students with dependants may be eligible for additional sums, depending on their household income. The School offers postgraduate courses at Certificate and full Master's level and specialist post-registration courses. This programme is jointly validated by the University and the English National Board for Nurses, Midwives and Health Visitors. Students must be successful in theoretical and clinical assessments in order to progress. Successful completion enables graduates to register as a midwife on Part 10 of the United Kingdom Central Council Register.