Year of entry
- 2026
UCAS code
- B720
Duration of study
- 3 years
Midwifery - BSc (Hons)
Course summary
Qualify as a confident and compassionate midwife. Gain the clinical skills and knowledge to provide holistic, safe, and effective care for women, newborn infants, and their families on our Midwifery BSc.
Why study Midwifery at Keele University?
Top 10 in England for Midwifery (Guardian University Guide, 2025)
Nursing and Midwifery Council approved programme
Top 10 UK universities for Nursing and Midwifery (Complete University Guide, 2026)
Currently 100% of Keele Midwifery graduates hold offers of employment on completion of the course
Top 10 for Midwifery (Guardian University League Table, 2023)
Course overview
Explore the fundamentals of midwifery and develop your understanding of the whole maternity journey for mothers and infants. Gain clinical skills to support childbearing women, newborn infants and families through pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, birth, postpartum and the early weeks of life. You will study the importance of communication in care provision and in building professional relationships.
Your training will ensure you can anticipate, prevent, and respond with confidence to the additional needs and complications that can arise during pregnancy. Your practice will be underpinned by evidence to ensure that you are delivering high-quality and safe care to women and infants at every stage of their journey.
As a midwife you will respect women's individual circumstances and advocate their wishes where appropriate. You will support mothers to confidently use their voice throughout their pregnancy, delivery and beyond, but also enable them to provide nurturing care to their infant.
Multidisciplinary learning
Your Midwifery degree will combine theory and clinical practice and you will be taught by highly qualified, registered midwives. We have a multidisciplinary approach to teaching so you will work alongside students from medicine, physiotherapy, nursing, pharmacy, and social work enabling you to benefit from inter-professional education required within the clinical setting.
You will improve your midwifery techniques, so you are ready for practical placements using simulation with mannequins and patient simulators in our Clinical Skills Lab.
Strengthening your employability
Placements
50% of your time will be spent on placements and we have excellent relationships with our placement partners. Improving your practical abilities in a healthcare environment will increase your knowledge so you can have a successful future as a midwife.
You will have the opportunity to experience a range of settings within a 60 mile radius of Keele. There will be guidance on your placement from midwives who are practice assessors and practice supervisors.
There is also a community placement which will be within a 50 mile radius of the hospital base and there are placement opportunities at the the Women’s Centre at Stafford Hospital.
Your hospital placements will be at the Royal Stoke Hospital which includes a level 3 neonatal unit and a birth centre, Birmingham Women's Hospital or Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital. Plus, there are antenatal and postnatal wards, delivery suite, early pregnancy unit, antenatal clinics, maternity assessment unit and transitional care for babies who may need a little more nursing support.
We offer a vibrant and supportive environment for students that facilitates your development as a competent and assured midwife. Your academic mentor will provide guidance with any issues you may have and give support with some of your assessments during the three year course.
Clinical supervisors and assessors will give you guidance during clinical practice. They will check your competencies for specific areas of the course via the Midwifery Ongoing Record of Achievement (MORA), known are PARE. Different areas will be assessed during the programme and there are also requirements of practice episodes which relate to the specific numbers of cases you must complete.
A Student Experience and Support team is based within our Faculty with a member of the team dedicated to our School. Part of student services they work closely with teams across Keele to you can easily access the support you need.
There is peer support and additional help is available from the School's Disability Inclusion Tutor who provides an additional layer of support for all students, particularly for those who have special learning needs.
You will have access to a mixture of advice and support services at Keele which include;
- Learning Support and Academic Guidance
- Disability Support and Inclusion
- English Language Unit
- Student Advice at Keele (ASK)
- Student Support Services
- Occupational Health Department / University Health Centre
Financial help
Student midwives are eligible to receive an annual grant of at least £5,000 to help cover their living costs. Additional financial grants are also available for eligible students - more information and full eligibility criteria can be found here.
Related courses
Approved programme
Midwifery is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and has been designed to meet the seven NMC platforms which underpin pre-registration nursing education. The course is taught by lecturers who are expert clinicians, and qualified teachers in different specialisms. Their research feeds into our teaching. On successful completion of this course, you can apply for NMC nursing registration.
Course structure
Modules for Midwifery
The module details given below are indicative, they are intended to provide you with an idea of the range of subjects that are taught to our current students. The modules that will be available for you to study in future years are subject to change as we regularly review our teaching to ensure that it is up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods, as well as student voice. The information presented is therefore not intended to be construed and/or relied upon as a definitive list of the modules available in any given year.
Compulsorary modules
Biological processes in midwifery
In this module you will focus on the anatomical and physiological adaptations occurring throughout pregnancy of each body system .
Introduction to maternal, fetal and neonatal care & wellbeing
This module concentrates on the current models of care and principles of care provision in the perinatal period and explores the role of the midwife in identifying the woman’s physical, psychological, spiritual and social needs and the provision of woman centred care.
The role of the midwife in the 21st century
You will focus on the evolving role of the midwife within the current context of society including an overview of specific vulnerable groups in society and discusses the increased medicalisation of childbirth.
Clinical Midwifery Practice 1
In this module you will focus on normal midwifery care. This will include experience in community settings, antenatal and postnatal wards, maternity assessment and low risk intrapartum placements. You will also have case-loading experience.
Fetal complexities in pregnancy
In this module you will develop your knowledge and evidence base regarding conditions affecting fetal development and the newborn infant. This knowledge will enable you to recognise complications, respond promptly using best practice, and provide holistic care for the sick and vulnerable neonate.
Maternal complexities in pregnancy
This will build upon your knowledge of pregnancy and childbirth grounded within normality and introduce associated pathophysiology of maternal conditions affecting the childbirth continuum.
Developing leadership in health promotion
This module will enhance your appreciation of the contribution of midwifery practice and maternity care to the foundations of public health. This module integrates knowledge about the public health dimensions of midwifery and neonatal care with insight into the pathophysiology of conditions complicating pregnancy and the evidence base for providing best care.
Clinical Midwifery Practice 2
You will develop to be able to participate in care for women and newborn with additional care needs and complications. You will experience giving care in a high risk intrapartum placement, obstetric theatre, outpatient clinics, antenatal and postnatal wards, early pregnancy unit, neonatal intensive care and ANC. You will also continue with case-loading experiences and undertake a minimum one week elective placement experience, which can be in a local, national or international maternity setting.
Developing Effective Practice
In this module you will critically evaluate the organisation of the maternity service. Drawing on your experiences of working within the maternity service, you will explore different ways of organising care using quality improvement and change management processes, evaluating the impact on women, newborn infants, partners and families. You will develop an innovative proposal for maternity service enhancement which reflects the local, national and international evidence base and recognises the importance of sustainable health care.
Professional Leadership
This module allows you to explore your personal professional practice and growth as you prepare for qualification and practice. It will facilitate you to critically reflect on your ability to work in partnership with others as a leader, team member and as an accountable and autonomous practitioner. The module will also foster an exploration of how you personally manage and sustain health during the challenging periods of professional practice and how you support the health and wellbeing of others.
Clinical Midwifery Practice 3
You'll explore providing holistic care to all women and meet all the proficiencies required and fulfil the examinations for the Neonatal and Infant Physical Examination (NIPE). The experiences will run across antenatal and postnatal wards, high risk and low risk intrapartum settings and community settings. You will continue to experience case-loading experience.
Double Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework
Keele is one of only 15 broad-based universities in England - out of over 100 - to have been awarded Gold in both the 2017 and 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) exercises, demonstrating our consistent teaching excellence.
Additional opportunities
There are a range of additional opportunities for this course.
Please note that undertaking one may impact the availability of another.
Entry requirements
These are the typical entry requirements for this course for a range of UK and international qualifications. If your qualifications aren't listed, please contact us to check if we can accept them. If you don't think you'll meet the stated requirements, you may be able to access this course via a Foundation Year.
Typical offer
Please ensure you read the full entry requirements by selecting your qualifications from the menu below. This will include any subject specific, GCSE/Level 2 Maths, and/or English language requirements.
Please select your qualification from the drop-down list below for the full entry requirement information
A Level
ABB in three A Levels including B in one Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List.
Contextual Offer: BBB in three A Levels including B in one Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List.
You will also need: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below).
BTEC Extended Diploma / National Extended Diploma
DDM in any of the following BTEC Extended Diplomas / National Extended Diplomas: Applied Science, or Health and Social Care.
Contextual Offer: BTEC Extended Diploma not included.
You will also need: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below).
BTEC National Diploma / Diploma
Distinction and Merit in any BTEC National Diploma / Diploma and B in one Science A Level from the Keele Defined Sciences List; or Distinction and Merit in Applied Science, or Health and Social Care BTEC National Diploma / Diploma and A in any A Level.
You will also need: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below).
BTEC National Extended Certificate / Subsidiary Diploma
Distinction in any BTEC National Extended Certificate / Subsidiary Diploma and BB in two A Levels including B in one Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List, or Distinction in Applied Human Biology, Applied Science, or Health and Social Care BTEC National Extended Certificate / Subsidiary Diploma and BB in two A Levels.
You will also need: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below).
T Level
Distinction in any of the following T Levels: Health, Healthcare Science, Science.
You will also need: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below).
International Baccalaureate Diploma
655 in three Higher Levels including 5 in one Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List at Higher Level, or 32 points including 5 in one Higher Level Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List.
Contextual Offer: 555 in three Higher Levels including 5 in one Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List at Higher Level, or 31 points including 5 in one Higher Level Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List.
You will also need: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, or 3 in IB Middle Years Maths, or 3 in IB Diploma Standard Level Maths (any), plus an English language qualification (see below).
International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme
We encourage applications with the IBCP but recognise that your combination of qualifications may differ depending on where you are studying.
If you are taking a BTEC National Diploma / Diploma with one or more Higher Levels, your offer will be similar to our BTEC + A Level offer (see 'BTEC National Diploma / Diploma') but with an HL requirement of 6 for A, 5 for B, or 4 for C.
For any other combination, please contact the University Admissions Team for advice.
Access to HE Diploma
128 UCAS points in a Computing, Engineering, Health, Nursing, Medicine, Science, or Sports Access to HE Diploma including Distinction in at least 30 Level 3 credits and Merit in at least 15 Level 3 credits.
You will also need: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below).
Welsh Baccalaureate / Bagloriaeth Cymru
The Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate is equivalent to one full A Level at the same grade and can be included alongside 2 other A Levels in a standard A Level offer for this course (see A Level). All subject specific requirements will still need to be met.
Scotland - Highers and Advanced Highers
BBBBC in five Highers including one Higher Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List, or BC in two Advanced Highers and CC in two Highers including one Higher or Advanced Higher Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List, or BCC in three Advanced Highers including one Advanced Higher Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List.
You will also need: C in National 5 Maths, or 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below).
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
If you have B or higher in the EPQ and are studying A Levels, BTEC, the International Baccalaureate Diploma, or an Access to HE Diploma, you will typically receive an alternative offer which will be lower than the standard offer. Please see 'Alternative and contextual offers' below.
Core Maths
If you have B or higher in Core Maths and are studying A Levels, BTEC, the International Baccalaureate, or an Access to HE Diploma, you will typically receive an alternative offer which will be lower than the standard offer. Please see 'Alternative and contextual offers' below.
Ireland - Leaving Certificate
H3, H3, H3, H4, H4, H4 in the Irish Leaving Certificate including H4 in one subject from the Science or Applied Science Groups.
You will also need: O4 / H6 in Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below).
China - Gaokao
75% in the Gaokao including 70% in Maths, Physics, Biology, or Chemistry.
You will also need: 60% in Senior Secondary School or Gaokao Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below).
India - Standard XII
Average of 75% from four subjects including 70% in Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Biology in the ICSE, CBSE or Western Bengal Standard XII, or average of 80% from four subjects including 75% in Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Biology in any other Standard XII.
You will also need: 6 or C2 in Secondary School Examination Maths, or Pass in Standard XII Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below).
Germany - Abitur
2.0 overall average in the Abitur including 12 in Geography, Psychology, Maths, Physics, Biology, Computer Science, Technology, Nutritional Science or Sports.
You will also need: 10 in Maths in the Abitur, plus an English language qualification (see below).
France - Baccalaureate
14 in the French Baccalaureate / International Option Baccalaureate including 14 in Chemistry / Physics, Maths, Science, Sport, Engineering Sciences, Life and Earth Sciences or Information Technology, or 13 in the Baccalauréat Français International including 13 in Chemistry / Physics, Maths, Science, Sport, Engineering Sciences, Life and Earth Sciences or Information Technology.
You will also need: 10 in Maths in the Baccalaureate, plus an English language qualification (see below).
Hong Kong - Diploma
544 from two electives and one core subject in the HKDSE including 4 in Maths, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Design and Applied Technology, ICT or Physical Education.
You will also need: 2 in HKDSE Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below).
Spain - Bachillerato
Overall average of 7.8 in the Título de Bachillerato including 8 in Chemistry, Maths, Biology, Physics, Geology, Geography, Earth Sciences and Environmental Sciences, Psychology, Industrial Technology or ICT.
You will also need: 5 in Graduado en Educación Secundaria (GES) Maths or 6 in Título de Bachiller Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below).
Italy - Diploma di Esame di Stato
85% in the Esame di Stato including 8 in Chemistry, Maths, Natural Science, Geography, Physical Education, or ICT.
You will also need: 5 in Maths in the Diploma, plus an English language qualification (see below).
Cyprus - Apolytirion
18.5 / 88% in the Apolytirion including 18 in Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Design and Technology, Information Technology, Geography, Maths, Physical Education or Physics.
You will also need: 14 in Maths in the Apolytirion, plus an English language qualification (see below).
Portugal
Overall average of 16 in a Secondary Certificate including 16 in Chemistry, Maths, Biology, Physics, Geology, Geography, Computer Applications, Psychology, Physical Education.
You will also need: 10 in Secondary Certificate Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below).
Canada - Diploma
70% / BBBBC in five courses in the Grade 12 Diploma including 70% in Advanced Functions, Biology, Calculus and Vectors, Chemistry, Computer Science, Maths of Data Management or Physics.
You will also need: 50% in Grade 11 Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below).
Kenya - KCSE / Diploma
We do not accept the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education for direct entry. However, you can apply to study an International Foundation Year at Keele University International College. On successful completion, you can progress to an undergraduate degree at Keele.
We may accept a two year Diploma. Please contact the University Admissions Team for advice.
Nigeria - Senior School Certificate / OND
We do not accept the Senior School Certificate (WAEC or NECO) for direct entry. However, you can apply to study an International Foundation Year at Keele University International College. On successful completion, you can progress to an undergraduate degree at Keele.
We may accept an Ordinary National Diploma with GPA of 2.5 or a Merit / Lower Credit. Please contact the University Admissions Team for advice.
USA - Advanced Placement
544 from three Advanced Placement subjects including 4 in Chemistry, Calculus (either), Physics (any), Biology, Computer Science (either), Environmental Science, Psychology or Statistics.
You will also need: C in Grade 12 High School Diploma Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below).
Ghana
We do not accept the West African Senior School Certificate Examination for direct entry. However, you can apply to study an International Foundation Year at Keele University International College. On successful completion, you can progress to an undergraduate degree at Keele.
Sri Lanka - Advanced Level
ABB in three Advanced Levels including B in Combined Maths, Chemistry, Physics, ICT, Biology, Physics or Agricultural Science.
You will also need: C in O-level Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below).
Malaysia - STPM
ABB in three Principal Level subjects in the STPM including B in Maths, ICT, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Geography, or Sports Science.
You will also need: C in SPM Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below).
Pakistan - Secondary School Certificate
We do not accept the Secondary School Certificate for direct entry. However, you can apply to study an International Foundation Year at Keele University International College. On successful completion, you can progress to an undergraduate degree at Keele.
Singapore - A Levels (H2)
ABB in three H2 levels including B in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Computing, Maths, Further Maths or Geography.
You will also need: C in O-level Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below).
European Baccalaureate
75% overall with 7 in Chemistry, Maths (3 or 5 period), Physical Education, Biology (2 or 4 period), Geography (2 or 4 period), or Physics.
You will also need: 6 in European Baccalaureate Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below).
NCUK
Pass NCUK Foundation Year with ABB including B in one Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List.
Grade A in EAP English Language module.
You will also need: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or international equivalent.
Uganda - Advanced Certificate of Education
ABB in three Principal Level subjects in the Advanced Certificate of Education including B in Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Biology, or Geography.
You will also need: 6 in UACE or UCE Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below).
Zimbabwe - Advanced Level GCE
ABB in three Advanced Level subjects including B in Additional Maths, Agriculture, Animal Science, Biology, Building Technology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Crop Science, Food Technology and Design, Geography, Horticulture, Mechanical Maths, Metal Technology and Design, Physics, Pure Mathematics, Sport Science and Technology, Statistics, or Technical Graphics and Design.
You will also need: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below).
Additional information
Please note in addition to our academic entry requirements, to be accepted onto a Nursing or Midwifery programme at Keele you must also fulfil a range of additional requirements. Details of these additional requirements and expectations can be found here in your Nursing and Midwifery Checklist.
In addition to our typical qualifications for entry, we will also consider the following:
- DDM in a CTEC in a Health or Science subject;
- A in an NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma / Extended Diploma / Technical Diploma in Health and Social Care, Childcare and Education, or for the Children and Young People’s Workforce;
- Pass the 60 credit Open University Module K101 or K102 (Introduction to Health and Social Care).
- Transfers into the second year of a programme from other UK midwifery programmes will be considered. You need to have achieved 120 credits and passed practice.
In all cases, you will also need a 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below). We will also consider applicants with previous degrees, HNDs, Foundation Degrees, and other health related higher education qualifications. Please contact us for advice.
Health Checks and DBS Clearance
Offers are subject to Occupational Health clearances and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance. The University follows the DBS Code of Practice in these issues and can provide a copy of the Code on request.
Additional guidance
- A reference for the applicant must be completed on the UCAS form by the referee. This is normally from an academic tutor. For applicants invited for interview, a second reference may be required. Friends, relatives or neighbours are not eligible to act as referees. All offers are subject to satisfactory references.
- All candidates for pre-registration Nursing and Midwifery programmes are required to meet or exceed NMC requirements, including literacy, numeracy and digital literacy skills.
- Applicants are advised not to submit a ‘mixed’ application, but to focus on midwifery.
Application Process
Application is via UCAS. The UCAS application is scored. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview. This can be either in person or remotely as appropriate.
Please note: All conditions must be met by 31 August 2024.
English language requirements
All our courses require an English language qualification or test. Most students meet this through a 4 or C in GCSE English. Please visit our English Language pages for details, including test information for international students. For students who require a test, this course requires a result from Group E.
Alternative and contextual offers
We're committed to ensuring equality of opportunity for applicants with the potential and motivation to succeed, regardless of background. We offer alternative offer schemes with clear eligibility criteria, including contextual offers, offers for those studying in the Keele region, and recognition of a range of additional qualifications.
General information
The entry grades outlined indicate the typical offer, along with any subject specific requirements. This is for general information only. Keele University reserves the right to vary conditions based upon a candidate's application.
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Shortlisting criteria are used against the personal statement and reference for every candidate who meets the initial screening requirements. As well as reaching the required academic standards, the candidate’s personal statement should demonstrate a clear understanding of the NHS and work of a midwife. The UCAS form must be completed fully and accurately. Applications will be assessed only on the information provided in the UCAS application.
We will not accept any additional supporting material (e.g. CVs, work portfolios, letters of recommendation) unless we have specifically requested it from the individual applicant. All shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview, no applicant will be offered a place without undergoing our selection process. All candidates for pre-registration Nursing and Midwifery programmes are required to meet or exceed NMC requirements, including literacy, numeracy (via GCSE qualifications or equivalent as stated above) and digital literacy skills (via engaging with the website, UCAS portal and DBS system).
The selection process comprises of a values-based interview normally conducted either remotely online or face to face. Selection activities have been developed in line with current NHS, Department of Health and University recommendations for a values-based approach to recruitment.
Clinical practice staff, users of service & carers, academic staff and current students participate in the selection process. All staff/students involved in interviewing are equipped to make the required judgements and have undertaken training to support the selection process.
Applicants are informed of the outcome of the selection process via UCAS Track. Successful applicants subsequently receive additional information from the University.
All offers are subject to satisfactory Enhanced DBS checks, occupational health clearance, satisfactory reference(s) and meeting the required entrance criteria.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees for 2025/26 academic year
- UK: £9,535 for the 2025/6 academic year (subject to Parliamentary approval).
- International: Band 0, £16,600 for the 2025/26 academic year
Please note, our 2026/27 entry fees have not yet been set. We set our fees on an annual basis and they will be updated here once set.
For Home students, the University's fees are regulated by the UK Government and may be subject to change in subsequent years of your course in-line with government policy or legal requirements. For continuing international students, fees will increase annually by RPI, with a maximum cap of 5% per year.
For details of our international fee bands visit our Undergraduate tuition fees page.
Eligible Midwifery BSc (Hons) students can apply for funding support via the NHS Learning Support Fund, which includes a £5,000 training grant and certain travel and accommodation costs for placements. More information, including eligibility criteria, can be found on the NHS Learning Support Fund website.
Going to university can be daunting as well as exciting. It's important to understand the costs and financial support available.
Our Student Financial Support team offers confidential advice and guidance to help you manage your money, resolve issues with Student Finance, create a budget, explore your options if you're facing financial hardship, and access any funding you are eligible for, such as bursaries and scholarships.
For more information visit our undergraduate fees and funding pages.
Clinical Simulation in the School of Nursing and Midwifery
Clinical simulation helps our students to develop their experience, confidence and skills. We have two simulation spaces on campus for students to practice their skills, in addition to the facilities at the Clinical Education Centre, and two simulation families of eight mannequins.
Your future career
Midwives are in high demand and currently 100% of Keele midwifery graduates hold offers of employment on completion of the course. We have several Trusts actively seeking to come in to talk to our students in anticipation of job applications and offers.
Providing care to women and infants during your placements will enable you to develop the knowledge and aptitude required for a career within modern midwifery.
Enhance your employability
Keele’s Careers and Employability team (Shortlisted for Best University Careers Employment Service - National Undergraduate Employability Awards, 2021), offers a variety of personal and career development opportunities to enhance your employability.
From mock interviews, careers guidance and CV advice, to careers fairs, alumni mentoring and networking events, along with helping you find part-time and graduate employment - the team will support you throughout your studies and beyond.
Find out more about our careers and employability services, including career planning, alumni mentoring, jobs, internships, starting your own business and much more.
Baby Friendly Initiative
This course has achieved Stage 1 accreditation from the Baby Friendly Initiative.
Teaching, learning and assessment
Midwifery is a highly skilled discipline. We utilise a variety of methods that recognise the range of subject matter and the skills needed by newly-qualified midwives as they prepare to enter the profession.
Teaching takes place at Keele and within clinical placement settings that blend theoretical and practice-based learning.
In your programme you will sometimes be expected to role play and engage in simulated clinical scenarios with other students, such as the practice and observation of practical skills in physical contact with other students. For some specific practices, this may necessitate modification of dress - e.g., to shorts and t-shirt. These activities will be conducted in a professional, safe, respectful and culturally sensitive way, under the supervision of academic staff, according to a defined protocol.
For clinical skills sessions you will be expected to wear your uniform in line with the policy.
You will be taught by a variety of methods including;
- Lectures
- Student led tutorials
- Seminars
- Small groups presentations
- Case base scenarios
- Case study presentations
- Directed study
- Simulation
- Case loading model of care
- Independent study
- Student led conference
- Clinical supervision workshops
- Service user involvement sessions
- Interprofessional Education (IPE)
Your Nursing and Midwifery checklist
In addition to our academic requirements, to be accepted onto a nursing or midwifery programme you must also fulfil a range of additional requirements and expectations to ensure you can practice safely and complete the programme effectively.
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DBS Check An enhanced DBS clearance prior to starting your course is required so that the public are protected, and their safety can be assured. You'll need to provide additional documents to support your DBS application which may include a current passport, valid driving licence, birth certificate and utility bill. |
Shifts Programmes are demanding but rewarding. You are expected to work a variety of shift patterns including early, late and night shifts to enable you to participate in care over a 24 hour period. Shift work provides you with excellent experience and builds your skillset. |
Travelling to placements You are expected to fulfil your placement requirements which may require you to travel. Organisation is therefore key to ensure you are able to complete a range of placements. |
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Occupational Health Occupational Health Clearance is required to assess medical fitness to engage in pre-registration nursing and midwifery programmes. |
Placement circuits are fixed Placements during your course are fixed to ensure you get the range of experiences required to become a nurse or midwife. |
Personal care You will care for a diverse group of people and will deliver personal care to patients with different gender identities. |
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Vaccines You must have the required vaccinations so that you protect yourself and those whom you are caring for. |
Uniform Uniform must be worn smartly, as you represent Keele University and also the nursing and midwifery professions. |
Hours Programmes are full time and can be demanding. You can expect your time to be split into 50% theory and 50% practice. |
Foundation year
Our Foundation Year provides an excellent alternative route to Keele, offering preparation for your chosen degree with guaranteed entry onto your undergraduate course once you successfully complete.
This extra year of study can improve your academic skills, expand your subject knowledge, build your confidence, and provide a better understanding of higher education.
On our Foundation Year, you'll join our undergraduate community from the outset, with access to all the facilities and support you'd get as an undergraduate student at Keele.
The information in this Foundation Year section is for UK/Home applicants. Where an international Foundation Year is available, please see the 'Information for international students' tab.
Course content
Our foundation year allows you to develop your critical thinking, academic reading, writing, and communication study skills along with subject-specific knowledge and skills. Upon meeting the progression criteria and successfully completing our foundation year, you will automatically progress into your Keele undergraduate degree with the confidence that you have the skills, and knowledge needed to successfully complete your course.
This foundation year is a two semester programme which provides a tailored pre-degree programme of study to better prepare you for the BSc (Hons) Midwifery. For example, in the Academic and Professional Development for Health module you will begin to develop an awareness of professional standards that you will be working to in your degree and professional career. Course content has been developed in collaboration with degree teaching teams, so that by the time you begin Year 1, you will be ready to excel at your studies, as the majority of our foundation year students do.
You will gain a greater appreciation of historical and contemporary approaches to health and social care within the UK, considering key health issues and challenges facing health and science services. At the same time, we will advance your knowledge of human biology and chemistry, giving you a solid grasp of body systems, science and lab work. You'll develop safe, professional laboratory skills and get to know the mathematical techniques and quantitative methods used across health science-related and social care programmes.
Throughout the programme, you will develop subject-specific and broad based skills that will be invaluable in your academic career and beyond. You can find out more about our foundation year, Including Information on learning, teaching and assessment methods and further opportunities available to you by visiting our homepage.
Course structure
The module details given below are indicative, they are intended to provide you with an idea of the range of subjects that are taught to our current students. The modules that will be available for you to study in future years are prone to change as we regularly review our teaching to ensure that it is up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods. The information presented is therefore not intended to be construed and/or relied upon as a definitive list of the modules available in any given year.
Semester one modules
| FYO-00237 | Foundations of Human Biology for Health | 15 credits |
| FYO-00245 | Foundations in Health and Society | 15 credits |
| FYO-00213 | Foundations of Numerical and Quantitative Methods for Health Students | 15 credits |
Semester two modules
| FYO-00239 | Advancing Human Biology for Health | 30 credits |
| FYO-00336 | Advancing Health and Society | 15 credits |
Year long modules (semesters one and two)
| FYO-00181 | Academic and Professional Development | 30 credits |
Entry requirements
- 112 UCAS points including at least one Level 3 qualification (such as an A Level, BTEC, Access Course, or T Level)
- Plus C in GCSE English / Level 2 Functional Skills English and C in GCSE Maths / Level 2 Functional Skills Maths
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview.
Candidates who progress from the Health foundation year on to year 1 of the degree course will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check (Enhanced plus Barring Lists) and health check.
English Language Requirements for International/EU Applicants
In addition to meeting the Level 3 requirements, candidates whose first language is not English will need IELTS with an overall score of 7.0, including at least 6.5 in the writing, reading, listening and speaking sections, or GCSE English Language at 4 (C) or above.
How to apply
UCAS applications
Visit UCAS for applications. You should apply for Midwifery with foundation year
UCAS code: B721
Direct entry students
If you already have your qualifications, are not expecting any further results and only wish to apply to Keele, please contact the Admissions Office directly.
The information in this Foundation Year section is for UK/Home applicants. Where an international Foundation Year is available, please see the 'Information for international students' tab.
We also offer a January start for some of our Foundation Year courses. Adopting a blended learning approach, the January start is particularly useful for students wishing to return to education following time out of studying, or who are seeking a flexible approach to their Foundation Year studies. Our January start is available across most of our Science, Humanities, Social Science, Health and Business courses.
Whilst still being a full-time course, our blended delivery model combines live teaching sessions - both online and on-campus - with self-directed study, enabling you to predominantly study at a time that suits your lifestyle. You will benefit from weekly online taught sessions which encourage you to engage with your teachers and peers.
In addition to online study there will be a series of full study days that you will be required to attend throughout each semester. These sessions may include lab-based activities, group work, review of course and assessment materials studied online. They will emphasise opportunities for you to deepen your knowledge and understanding of your chosen route.
Please refer to the September start tab for more information about the entry requirements and what you will study. The modules that you will take on a January start Foundation Year will be similar to those for the September start, but on a compressed timescale and tailored to a blended learning approach (with the majority of learning taking place online).
For more information, including fees, the UCAS code for this course, how to apply, and how you will be taught, please visit our January Start Foundation Year webpage.
Our International Foundation Year is delivered on campus through Keele University International College (KUIC). Find out more about the International Foundation Year options on the KUIC website.
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