Midwifery MSc (Shortened programme)

University of Worcester

This exciting programme, provided in partnership with NHS England, has been developed to enable Registered Nurses (Adult) with one year experience to complete a two-year course leading to accredited registration as a Midwife. You are taught utilising a combination of distance learning and short designated on-site learning opportunities. This is complemented by practice learning in a range of midwifery settings whilst studying towards a Masters level qualification.Our curriculum allows you to understand, cope with and value your transformative journey within an appreciative and supportive community in both practice and university settings. You are, therefore, prepared to emerge as midwives capable of providing physical, psychological, social, cultural and spiritually safe care for women, babies and their families during a significant life event.Key features:This course is for NMC Registered adult nurses who want to become NMC Registered Midwives and earn a level 7 qualificationThe duration of this course is 2 academic years consisting of 45 weeks per year and 7 weeks annual leaveDesignated, flexible online distance learning theory weeks and specific onsite learning and consolidation periods during the programme to enhance learning and skill development as part of a blended learning programmeThis programme has been developed in partnership with students, service users, practice partners, academic support teams and members of the midwifery teaching teamOpportunity to complete a systematic examination of the newborn (NIPE) module within the programme