University of Central Lancashire(UCLAN)

What you'll study

This MSc combines advanced theoretical study with supervised clinical practice to develop skilled, reflective midwives. Teaching covers the physiological, psychosocial and public-health foundations of midwifery care, evidence-based practice, research methods, clinical decision-making and professional and legal frameworks.

• Core clinical modules—antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care; normal and complex pregnancy management; perinatal mental health; newborn assessment and transitional care.
• Professional practice and leadership—professional standards, ethics, interprofessional working, service improvement and leadership in service delivery.
• Research and evidence-based practice—research methods, critical appraisal, and a dissertation or practice-based project that applies research to clinical midwifery problems.
• Public health and safeguarding—population approaches to maternal and infant health, safeguarding vulnerable families and health promotion across the perinatal period.
• Clinical practice placements—supervised placements across community and hospital settings with assessed clinical competencies and reflective practice activities.

Assessment methods typically include clinical competency sign-offs, objective structured clinical examinations (OSCEs), essays, case studies, reflective portfolios and a dissertation or practice development project.

Entry requirements

Typical applicants hold a degree in a health- or life-sciences-related subject, or are registered healthcare professionals seeking a route into midwifery or into advanced midwifery practice. Requirements usually include:

• A recognised undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, normally at least a lower second-class honours (or demonstrating equivalent professional experience).
• Registrant status where applicable (for example, registered nurse) or demonstrable clinical experience in relevant settings.
• Satisfactory references and a successful interview to assess suitability for practice-based learning.
• Occupational health clearance and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check prior to clinical placements.
• Evidence of English language proficiency where required by the University for applicants whose first language is not English.

Specific entry criteria and routes (including any professional registration requirements) should be checked on UCLan's official programme pages before application.

Career prospects

Graduates progress into a range of midwifery and maternal-child health roles in the NHS and private sector. Typical career pathways include:

• Registered midwife working in hospital labour wards, birthing centres, community midwifery teams and home-birth services.
• Specialist posts such as neonatal liaison, safeguarding midwife, perinatal mental health specialist or public health roles focused on maternal and infant health.
• Advanced practice and leadership roles, including clinical team leaders, service development and managerial posts.
• Education, training and research careers—teaching midwifery students, practice development, or progressing to doctoral research in maternal and child health.

The programme’s combination of clinical practice and research training supports employability in clinical, managerial and academic contexts within maternal and neonatal care services.

Why study at University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)

UCLan has established partnerships with a range of NHS trusts and community providers in Lancashire and neighbouring regions, providing diverse clinical placement opportunities across hospital, community and public-health settings. The university offers modern simulation suites and skills labs to prepare students for hands-on clinical practice before placement experience. Midwifery and maternity staff are research-active and contribute to practice development, enabling students to learn in a setting that integrates current evidence with clinical teaching.

Students benefit from dedicated support services including academic tutors, placement coordinators and careers guidance, plus opportunities for interprofessional learning with nursing, allied health and social-care students. Prospective students should review UCLan's programme page and speak with admissions staff to confirm specific routes, professional requirements and support available prior to applying.

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