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Typical offer 128 UCAS tariff points plus GCSE in Mathematics and English at Grade C (4) or above.
- If GCSEs do not include English evidence must be provided of: Literacy at Level 2
- If GCSEs does not include Maths evidence must be provided of: Numeracy at Level 2
Courses such as ‘Access to Health’ include level 2 literacy and numeracy skills.
Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications or other higher education qualifications will be considered in line with UCAS guidance. Further information is available from admissions staff within the School of Health and Social Care.
All applicants must be 18 years of age at the start of the programme.
To be eligible for entry onto this course each candidate must:
In addition to these University requirements, the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) require the entry criteria to reflect the requirements of a Registered Midwife or Nurse and contribute to upholding public trust and confidence.
We therefore require evidence of and a commitment throughout the course of good character and health:
- Good character will be judged by two references, both of which must be from people who have known the applicant for a minimum of 2 years and are not family or friends
- Additionally, an offer of a place will be subject to occupational health screening, enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance and have satisfactory good health and character as evidenced by relevant occupational health screening
Exceptional entry requirements:
Admission to train as a midwife is contingent upon one of the following conditions:
- Completion of at least 12 years of general school education or
- Possession of a certificate attesting success in an examination, of an equivalent level, for admission to a midwifery school for route I
- Entry Requirements (including International English Language Testing System [IELTS] score)
- IELTS 7.0 in each individual area or equivalent
Selection Process
A values-based selection process will be used by the University who will undertake interviews and assess compliance with the criteria above in conjunction with partner service organisations and service users.
Those selected will have satisfactory DBS Disclosure and Barring Service checks and occupational health clearance. Health screening including TB, Hepatitis B and C, and HIV form part of our selection process.
Disability Statement
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