Midwifery University of British Columbia

Overview

The Midwifery programme at the University of British Columbia provides a rigorous academic and clinical foundation for students aspiring to become registered midwives. This four-year degree is designed to meet the core competencies required by the Canadian Midwifery Regulators Council and the BC College of Nurses and Midwives. Students benefit from a curriculum that blends theoretical knowledge with extensive hands-on experience in various healthcare settings.

Why Midwifery at University of British Columbia?

Since 2002, the Faculty of Medicine has been a leader in preparing midwives for the workforce, with graduates now practicing across British Columbia and the rest of Canada. The programme is distinguished by its commitment to diversity, aiming to enrol students who reflect the varied backgrounds of the families they will serve. Small annual cohorts of twenty students ensure a focused learning environment, while two seats are specifically reserved for applicants from other Canadian provinces.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 59547 per year
• National fee: CAD 7092 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is structured to build clinical autonomy over four years. Modules may include:

• Counselling for Maternity Care Providers
• Lactation Consultation for Maternity Care Providers
• Applied Health Services for Maternity Providers
• Pharmacology for Maternity Care Providers
• Evidence-Informed Midwifery
• Ethics in Maternity Care
• Midwifery Theory for Variations in Primary Care
• Senior Research Project
• Variations in Midwifery Clinical Care
• Advanced Topics in Midwifery Theory and Practice
• Advanced Midwifery Clinical Care
• Clinical Clerkship

Careers with Midwifery

Graduates of this programme are fully equipped to enter the workforce as registered midwives immediately upon completion of their studies. The degree focuses on developing independent decision-making skills and professional conduct, allowing alumni to secure roles in primary care midwifery practices. Graduates typically find employment within provincial health authorities, community clinics, and private midwifery practices across British Columbia and the wider Canadian healthcare landscape.