BSc Hons Midwifery (Avery Hill)

At the University of Greenwich, the BSc Hons Midwifery program is designed to give you real-world experience from day one, so you graduate feeling confident and ready for your career. You’ll spend a significant amount of time on clinical placements, working directly with women and families in a range of settings, from hospitals and birth centres to homes and community clinics. You’ll also benefit from our state-of-the-art Simulation and Clinical Skills Centre, where you can practice your skills in a safe, realistic environment before heading out on placement.

Here’s what experiential learning looks like for midwifery students at Greenwich:

• Clinical placements in NHS hospitals, birth centres, and community clinics across southeast London and Kent, including with Lewisham & Greenwich NHS Trust, Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, and Medway NHS Foundation Trust

• Hands-on experience supporting women through pregnancy, childbirth, and postnatal care, with supervision from experienced midwives and assessors

• Practical workshops and simulations in the university’s Simulation and Clinical Skills Centre, using advanced equipment and realistic scenarios

• Group projects and case studies to develop teamwork and problem-solving skills

• Access to specialist midwifery libraries and digital resources for research and study

• Opportunities for field trips and visits to partner healthcare providers

Graduates of the BSc Hons Midwifery program at the University of Greenwich are highly sought after, with most going on to become registered midwives in NHS hospitals, birth centres, and community clinics. The program equips students with the skills and confidence to work in a variety of settings, and many also pursue careers in midwifery research, management, and education.

Typical job roles include:

• Registered Midwife

• Community Midwife

• Maternity Ward Manager

• Midwifery Researcher

Here’s what you can expect in terms of progression and opportunities:

• The university’s Employability & Careers Service offers CV and cover letter checks, application support, one-to-one careers advice, interview tips, careers fairs, internships, and graduate job opportunities.

• Midwifery graduates earn an average of £28,500–£31,000 within 15 months of graduation.

• The program has strong partnerships with NHS trusts and social care providers, ensuring students gain real-world experience and industry connections.

• The degree is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), giving graduates the professional recognition needed to work as a registered midwife in the UK