Midwifery (Hons) Keele University

Overview

The Midwifery (Hons) at Keele University is a comprehensive degree designed to prepare students for a rewarding career as a registered midwife. This programme integrates rigorous academic study with extensive clinical practice to ensure graduates can provide safe, effective, and holistic care for mothers, newborn infants, and their families. By focusing on evidence-based practice and professional communication, the curriculum empowers you to advocate for women's wishes while managing complex maternity needs with confidence.

Why Midwifery (Hons) at Keele University?

Keele University is recognised for excellence in healthcare education, consistently ranking among the top institutions in England for nursing and midwifery. The programme is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), ensuring that your training meets the highest professional standards. Students benefit from a multidisciplinary learning environment, working alongside peers from medicine, physiotherapy, and pharmacy to mirror the collaborative nature of modern clinical settings.

Facilities at the university include advanced Clinical Skills Labs equipped with high-fidelity mannequins and patient simulators, allowing for safe and realistic practice. Furthermore, the university has achieved Stage 1 accreditation from the Baby Friendly Initiative, reflecting a commitment to best practices in infant feeding and relationship building. With a strong focus on employability, the course boasts a 100% employment offer rate for recent graduates.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 17100 per year
• National fee: GBP 9535 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is split equally between theoretical learning and clinical placements. Modules may include:

Year 1

• Biological Processes in Midwifery
• Maternal, Fetal and Neonatal Care and Wellbeing
• The Role of the Midwife in the 21st Century
• Clinical Midwifery Practice

Year 2

• Fetal Complexities in Pregnancy
• Maternal Complexities in Pregnancy
• Leadership in Health Promotion

Year 3

• Effective Practice
• Professional Leadership

Careers with Midwifery (Hons)

Graduates of this programme are highly sought after by healthcare providers, with all recent students receiving job offers upon completion. The degree qualifies you to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, enabling you to work as a professional midwife in various settings. Career opportunities are diverse, ranging from community-based care and antenatal clinics to high-risk intrapartum units and neonatal intensive care.

Keele University maintains excellent relationships with several NHS Trusts, including the Royal Stoke Hospital and Birmingham Women's Hospital. These partners actively recruit from the student body, providing a direct pathway into employment within maternity assessment units, delivery suites, and postnatal wards. The clinical experience gained during the 50% placement component ensures you are fully prepared for the demands of the modern healthcare workforce.