Midwifery

Combine theoretical study with clinical experience within the NHS, independent and voluntary sectors, to prepare for a rewarding career in Midwifery.

Midwives are fully accountable as the lead professional for the care and support of women and birthing people, and their families. They provide evidence informed care and work as part of the multidisciplinary team, liaising closely where necessary with obstetricians, general practitioners, health visitors/public health practitioners and maternity support workers/maternity care assistants.

Midwives have a public health role aiming to meet the challenges of reducing inequities and improving maternal and family health. Midwifery education, whilst rooted in promoting physiological birth, prepares midwives to care for all women and birthing people including those with complex medical, obstetric and social needs. It prepares and develops midwives to be skilled and safe, empathetic and trustworthy, developing skills of autonomy and accountability within multidisciplinary and multi-agency teams.

Midwives provide holistic care, which requires them to be ‘with woman’. The 21st century midwife needs to understand and value the importance of one-to-one care, continuity and the critical importance of the midwife-woman relationship.

During the course you will work with women and birthing people from diverse backgrounds, ensuring that the care provided focuses on their individual needs, views and preferences at each stage of the child bearing journey.

Key features
- Accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) with eligibility to register with the NMC upon graduation enabling extensive career opportunities in the UK and worldwide (subject to country-specific criteria)

- The course is split evenly between theoretical teaching and practical placements, giving you the chance to develop your skills in NHS hospitals, midwifery-led units and community areas including the home birth team, with support from practising midwives

- You will study a range of topics to meet the NMC standards for midwifery education. This will enable you to be proficient in providing universal care to women with uncomplicated pregnancies and to care for women and babies with additional care needs. You will qualify with the NIPE qualification (Newborn and Infant Physical Examination), also known as SPEN (Systematic Physical Examination of the Newborn)

- Benefit from an established breastfeeding clinic hosted by students and staff, where you can put theory into practice working alongside lecturers who are all qualified midwives

- Awarded UNICEF UK Baby Friendly Initiative accreditation, acknowledging DMU’s high standard of breastfeeding education and equipping you with the skills needed to support new mothers

- Gain international experience related to your studies through our DMU Global programme, which has enabled students to understand the healthcare provision in Amsterdam.