Midwifery University of Suffolk

Overview

Studying Midwifery at the University of Suffolk allows you to make a significant impact on the lives of women during their pregnancy and childbirth experiences as a qualified Midwife. The university is a preferred choice for midwifery studies in the East of England, currently ranked 8th in the UK for Graduate Prospects in Nursing and Midwifery according to the Complete University Guide 2025.

This programme is structured to cultivate essential skills, empathy, and confidence necessary for providing care to women, babies, and families in both clinical and community settings. The course integrates the NHS Constitution Values and the 6 Cs, offering a comprehensive approach to education that balances theoretical learning with hands-on experience.

Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, including simulated mannequins and birthing simulators, which are vital for developing decision-making skills and patient care techniques. Clinical placements are an integral part of the training, providing practical experience in one of six NHS maternity units in the region, ensuring students receive direct, supervised clinical exposure.

Why Midwifery at University of Suffolk?

The University of Suffolk is committed to providing a transformative educational experience, supported by its modern and inclusive facilities. The institution ranks 2nd in the UK for graduate employment within 15 months after graduation for health professions (Guardian University Guide 2026) and has been recognised for its exceptional student support and teaching quality. Students are encouraged to engage with a vibrant community that fosters both personal and professional growth.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

For the academic year 2026/27, the tuition fees for the B.Sc. in Midwifery (Hons) are as follows:

• UK Full-time Tuition Fee: £9,535 per year
• International Full-time Tuition Fee: £18,380 per year

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

Syllabus

The B.Sc. in Midwifery (Hons) is delivered through a block and blend approach, with students attending blocks of theory and practice. The curriculum includes:

• Developing the Student Midwife
• Anatomy and Physiology in Midwifery
• Continuum of Midwifery Care
• Care of the Newborn Infant and Infant Feeding
• Skills for Midwifery Practice 1
• Women’s Lives
• Pre-existing and Antenatal Additional Care
• Labour, Birth and Postnatal Additional Care
• Research Methods for Midwifery
• Skills for Midwifery Practice 2
• Optimising Normal Physiological Processes
• Future Midwife
• Research Project
• Skills for Midwifery Practice 3 and NIPE

Careers with Midwifery

Graduates of the B.Sc. in Midwifery (Hons) can pursue diverse career paths within health and social care. Opportunities include working as a clinical Midwife across various settings, specialising in areas such as drug liaison, diabetes care, and breastfeeding support. Additionally, roles such as Research Midwife and Consultant Midwife are available, along with options for further professional development through short courses and CPD opportunities in Health, Wellbeing, and Integrated Care.