Midwifery (3 Year) BSc Hons

From the very start, LSBU’s Midwifery program makes sure you’re not just learning theory — you’re practicing the skills you’ll need as a midwife. You’ll spend time in real clinical settings, alongside experienced professionals, while also using cutting-edge simulation labs to build confidence before working with patients. This mix of classroom learning, hands-on practice, and reflection ensures you feel ready for all the challenges of midwifery.

Here’s what that looks like in practice:

• Clinical Placements: You’ll gain first-hand experience across multiple NHS Trusts, including University College London Hospitals, Queen’s Hospital, and Guy’s & St Thomas’ Hospital, working with women and families in real maternity care settings.

• Simulation Labs: LSBU’s facilities include lifelike mannequins like SimMom and SimBaby, giving you the chance to practice everything from routine checks to emergency scenarios safely and confidently.

• Midwifery Ongoing Record of Achievement (MORA): This tool tracks your progress throughout placements, helping you see your growth and ensuring you meet professional standards.

• Elective Placements: In your final year, you can explore areas of midwifery that interest you most, from community care to specialist services, tailoring your experience to your career goals.

This approach means you’re learning in an environment that mirrors real-life midwifery, so you’re fully prepared for the moment you step into a professional role.

Graduating from LSBU’s Midwifery program opens doors to a variety of rewarding careers. You could become a Registered Midwife, Community Midwife, Specialist Midwife, or even move into teaching as a Midwifery Educator. Thanks to the strong practical training and professional accreditation, you’ll step into your first role ready, confident, and valued.

Here’s how LSBU supports your career journey:

• Graduate Employability: LSBU midwifery graduates rank among the highest paid in the UK, with strong starting salaries and excellent long-term prospects.

• Industry Partnerships: With clinical placements across more than 60 NHS Trusts in London and the South East, you’ll gain hands-on experience in a wide variety of maternity care settings.

• Professional Accreditation: The course is approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), so you can register as a qualified midwife immediately after graduation.

• Graduate Outcomes: LSBU consistently ranks highly for graduate employment and outcomes, reflecting the university’s reputation and the demand for skilled midwives.

• Career Support Services: The Careers & Employability team provides guidance on CVs, interviews, networking, and opportunities for further training, so you’ll never feel unsupported.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing your BSc, you can continue to expand your expertise and career options:

• Postgraduate Study: You could pursue a Master’s degree in Midwifery or a related field to specialize further.

• Doctoral Research: A PhD opens doors to research, policy development, and leadership in midwifery.

• Continuing Professional Development (CPD): LSBU and other institutions offer CPD courses to keep your skills current and advance your professional knowledge.

This means that LSBU not only prepares you to start your career but also gives you the tools and support to grow, specialize, and become a leader in midwifery.