BMid (Hons) Midwifery

At the University of York, students in the BMid (Hons) Midwifery program gain extensive practical skills through a balance of academic study and immersive clinical placements across a variety of healthcare settings including hospitals, birthing centers, and community care. The course emphasizes working alongside experienced midwives and healthcare teams to build confidence and competence in real-world maternity care from early in the program.

Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities such as the Clinical Simulation Unit, which replicates hospital environments including intensive care and hospital bays, allowing safe practice of clinical skills before placements. Comprehensive digital learning resources, virtual learning environments, and continuous tutor support further enhance skill development and reflective learning.

Key experiential learning components include:

• Clinical placements within NHS Trusts supervised by Practice Assessors and Practice Supervisors, covering antenatal, intrapartum, postnatal, and neonatal care settings.

• Use of the Clinical Simulation Unit for realistic skills practice in scenarios such as emergencies and routine care.

• Access to virtual learning platforms and digital tools supporting theory and practice integration.

• Group projects and interprofessional learning promoting teamwork and communication skills.

• Facilities include specialized clinical skills labs and a well-stocked health sciences library with digital and physical resources.

• Placement planning and support via the Placements on the Web (POW) system and a dedicated Practice Learning Links team.

Graduates of the BMid (Hons) Midwifery program at the University of York leave fully prepared for impactful careers in midwifery, typically taking on roles such as Registered Midwife, Consultant Midwife, Midwifery Educator, and Clinical Midwife Specialist. This course builds both academic knowledge and practical skills through extensive clinical placements, enabling students to confidently lead care for women, newborns, and families.

Specifically:

• University Careers and Employability Service provides tailored support including job search advice, interview coaching, workshops, and employer networking, specializing in healthcare careers.

• Employment statistics show strong graduate outcomes, with most graduates employed within 15 months post-qualification earning an average starting salary of around £27,000.

• Close collaboration with local NHS trusts and maternity services guarantees rich placement opportunities and facilitates graduate recruitment pipelines.

• The course holds Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) accreditation, which ensures long-term professional recognition and mobility both within the UK and internationally.

• Graduates pursue diverse roles in clinical practice, research, education, public health, and leadership positions in maternity services.