Midwifery with Registered Midwife for Registered Nurses (Adult) MMid
Subject and course type
- Nursing, Midwifery and Healthcare
- Postgraduate
This two-year course recognises your existing knowledge, and will give you the clinical skills you need to qualify as a professional midwife. Studying this postgraduate course will give you the clinical skills and experience you need to register as a midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
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Expand your nursing knowledge to facilitate births
When you graduate, you’ll be fully qualified as a midwife.
Studying on our Midwifery with Registered Midwife for Registered Nurses (Adult) MMid programme will deepen your expertise and open doors to a rewarding career with life-enhancing impact.
During this course, you’ll build a scientific knowledge base for midwifery practice. Your studies will cover everything from maternal and neonatal physiology and care to health promotion and education. You’ll also explore research, as well as professional, ethical and legal issues.
You’ll learn from experienced midwives, healthcare specialists and NHS experts, integrating theory and practice by working in hospitals and in the community.
A large part of this course will be spent on placement or in our award-winning simulation suites. This offers the perfect blend of learning styles and settings to help you refine your therapeutic skills.
When you graduate, you’ll be fully qualified as a midwife and prepared for roles in a range of settings. These include hospitals, community teams, private maternity hospitals, in partnership with obstetricians and more.
Salary support
In September 2024, this course was funded by the government with salary support worth equivalent to the mid-point of AFC band 5 and a tuition fee contribution of the full tuition fee per student per annum, pro rata for the length of the course.
Each year we are notified by Health Education England about the number of places available. We are currently waiting for confirmation from the government about support available for 2025 entry.
I feel privileged to have learnt how to professionally support women and their families during the life-changing events of pregnancy, childbirth and adjustment to parenthood.
Why choose this course
While you study, you’ll benefit from top quality teaching at Kingston University. Not only are we ranked Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework, we’re also top in London for Midwifery (Guardian University Guide league tables 2025).
Our Kingston Hill campus offers modern facilities and well-equipped laboratories where you can practise in a safe environment. A portion of your learning will take place at our award-winning simulation suite, which creates realistic environments to help you develop skills in clinical, community and practice health settings.
You can use our versatile suite to simulate home and delivery suite environments. There’s also a range of learning equipment, including a birthing pool, birthing mattresses, manikins, resuscitaires and exercise balls.
Outside of the University, you’ll spend time on clinical placements in a variety of settings. We aim to coordinate placements with your chosen modules.
Many of our staff are active in research, often in partnership with NHS Trusts. That means they bring the latest thinking and best practice to your studies. Key midwifery research activity focuses on everything from clinical interventions and professional practice to public health, international midwifery and women’s experience of maternity care.
Kingston University is top in London for Midwifery (Guardian University Guide league tables 2025)
Accreditation
This course is recognised by the Nursing and Midwifery Council for the purpose of registration as a qualified midwife.
Course content
You will be offered clinical experience within local NHS trusts and the surrounding community. We aim to co-ordinate your clinical placements to reflect the modules being studied, integrating theory and practice.
The themes that run through the programme are midwifery profession and practice, research, biological science, social science, health promotion/public health, and law and ethics.
Year 1
Your nursing knowledge will be expanded to cover the essentials of midwifery practice. You will learn alongside students in the second year of their three-year midwifery programme.
Core modules
30 credits
This module will enable you to:
- optimise normal processes in a variety of contexts even where there may be additional care needs for the woman or birthing person, fetus, and/or newborn infant
- have a systematic understanding of the role and scope of the midwife in order to collaborate with other healthcare practitioners when caring for women and birthing people and/or the newborn infant with additional care considerations and work collaboratively within the team
- critically analyse and synthesise the available evidence to support women and birthing people as they adapt to pregnancy and childbirth, anticipating complications by evaluating findings from assessment, screening and care planning
- apply systematic knowledge and understanding to identify pre-existing, current and emerging complications affecting the women and birthing people, fetus and/or newborn infants.
30 credits
This module will enable you to:
- protect and promote aspects of normality in a variety of contexts even where there may be additional care needs for the woman or birthing person, fetus, and/or newborn infant
- demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the role of the midwife and participate in the shared responsibilities of caring for the woman or birthing person, fetus and/or newborn infant in unpredictable and complex situations, alongside other members of the health care team
- use a range of strategies and tools to ensure effective professional communication
30 credits
This module will enable you to:
- systematically analyse the quality and significance of published literature
- develop an in-depth knowledge and understanding of pharmacology and appropriate medicines management across the childbearing continuum
- have a detailed understanding of fetal and neonatal development and be able to identify the normal parameters of systematic newborn examination
- develop systematic knowledge and understanding of human pathophysiology, pathophysiology, genetics, epigenetics and genomics including the physiological processes of lactation, bonding and infant nutrition
30 credits
This module will enable you to:
- critically analyse the socio-economic, political and cultural factors which impact on health outcomes
- synthesise the interconnected issues which affect the health and care needs of women and birthing people and their families to generate transformative solutions
- source and systematically analyse authoritative data relating to public health and the socio-political context of maternity care
Year 2
In your final year, you will continue to develop your midwifery knowledge, understanding and leadership skills, preparing you for autonomous practice as a midwife.
Core modules
30 credits
This module will enable you to:
- provide and critically evaluate safe and effective universal care for all childbearing women and birthing people, newborn infants and their families optimising physiological processes and managing common symptoms
- anticipate and prevent complications and take appropriate action when caring for women and birthing people and newborn infants with additional care needs working in partnership with interdisciplinary and multiagency colleagues
- critically analyse and apply evidence-based, best practice approaches across the maternity care continuum, including those which are complex and unpredictable
- provide first line management in emergency situations.
30 credits
This module will enable you to:
- investigate the historical and socio-political influences related to childbearing and critically analyse how this shapes the way midwives work both within the UK and globally
- critically analyse the local, national and international strategies and initiatives designed to promote equity of access to maternity and women's and birthing people's health services in a variety of contexts and evaluate the extent to which these promote and support individuals' rights, preferences, beliefs and cultures
- critically evaluate the impact of variations in childbirth and midwifery practice in a global context
- source and critically appraise the data relating to human rights and advocacy in maternity care to identify how this shapes your professional practice
30 credits
This module will enable you to:
- have a deep and systematic knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, genomics and genetics to provide universal and additional midwifery care for women, birthing people and babies
- have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of sexual and reproductive health and contraception options
- apply your systematic knowledge of normal physiology to develop innovative strategies to promote physiological childbearing and mitigate the factors in the care environment that can negatively impact these processes
- recognise actual and potential additional care needs for childbearing women, birthing people and babies and initiate first line management of complications that may occur for the woman or birthing person, fetus, neonate or both
30 credits
This module will enable you to:
- demonstrate confidence and responsibility as an accountable, autonomous, critical and analytical practitioner, fit for employment at the point of registration
- gain a systematic knowledge and understanding of professional and ethical frameworks for midwifery practice
- develop in-depth knowledge of midwifery principles and practice in order to effectively support and advocate for women and birthing people and newborn infants across the childbearing continuum
- implement and evaluate strategies to engage in personal health and wellbeing, ongoing education and professional development
Career opportunities
Links with the health sector
We have a range of NHS practice partners for midwifery. They include:
- Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
- Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
- Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
- Ashford and St Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
After you graduate
As a qualified midwife, you can work clinically or in research, education, management and strategy. Most UK midwives work in the NHS, either in the community or in hospitals. You could also choose to work in partnership with obstetricians, anaesthetists and neonatologists, in private maternity hospitals or independently.
Teaching and assessment
Teaching includes academic study and clinical practice experience. You will have access to well-equipped skills laboratories and simulation suites where you can use clinical equipment and practise on mannequins and teaching models that are relevant to maternity care.
There is a continuous assessment of theory and practice. This includes extended essays, examinations, reflective journal writing and projects.
- Year 1: Coursework 25%, Exams 25%, Practical 50%
- Year 2: Coursework 25%, Exams 50%, Practical 25%
Please note: the above breakdowns are a guide calculated on core modules only. If your course includes optional modules, this breakdown may change to reflect the modules chosen.
Outside the scheduled learning and teaching hours, you will learn independently through self-study. There are a range of facilities available to support your independent learning. These include online resources, the library and our virtual learning platform, CANVAS.
Independent study will involve reading articles and books, working on projects, undertaking research, preparing for and completing your work for assessments. Some independent study work may need to be completed on-campus, as you may need to access campus-based facilities, such as studios and labs.
68% scheduled learning and teaching.
How do modules and credits work?
This course is structured around a credit-based module system. Each module is worth a certain number of credits, and completing a set number of credits is required to achieve your degree—typically 180 for a postgraduate degree.
Each credit is equivalent to 10 hours of study. For example, 180 credits across a year (typical for a postgraduate course), translates to 1,800 notional hours. These hours are divided into scheduled and guided study.
Will my workload change?
The exact balance between scheduled learning and guided independent study will depend on which modules you choose.
Course delivery
We will deliver most of your course in person, but some activities might be online. The online portion will consist of both live sessions and recordings.
Timetables
You can usually access your timetable 48 hours after you enrol. Learning and teaching can take place Monday–Friday between 9am and 6pm.
If you are a part-time student, your timetable will depend on the modules that you select.
When you arrive at university, we'll introduce you to your personal tutor.
What is a personal tutor?
A personal tutor is a dedicated member of academic staff who will support you throughout your time at Kingston.
How will they help me?
Your personal tutor will be on hand to discuss issues and developments you experience during your course. They’ll offer academic guidance on studying, student life and career progression, and answer any questions you have about your studies.
When can I speak to my personal tutor?
Your tutor will be available for regular meetings throughout your degree. You can get in touch with them at any time to ask questions and arrange a check-in.
Support services at Kingston University
Kingston University offers a wide range of support services for students with different personal circumstances. Our academic support team can help with disability and mental health support. They also host services for care leavers, young adult carers and more.
Check our Student Support page to find out more about the full range of support on offer at Kingston University.
Fees and funding
Salary support
These courses are funded by the government with salary support worth equivalent to the mid-point of AFC band 5 and a full tuition fee contribution per student per annum, pro rata for the length of the course.
Students eligible for this funding offer will not be able to access the Learning Support Fund (LSF). Further information on eligibility requirements for LSF are available on the NHS Business Services Authority website. However, students are entitled to seek support, if eligible, from the Student Loans Company for a maintenance loan.
Visit our Fees and funding page to find out about the student funding options available to help you fund your studies.
Funding support
Interested in studying Midwifery with Registered Midwife MMid at Kingston? The following funding support is available:
The government funds this course. It offers salary support equivalent to the midpoint of AfC band 5. It also offers an annual tuition fee contribution of up to £9,250 per student, pro rata for the length of the course. If you’re eligible for salary support funding, you won’t be able to access the Learning Support Fund (LSF). Check out the NHS Business Services Authority website for more information.
Some students can get a maintenance loan. Head to the Student Loans website to see if you’re eligible.
Visit our Fees and funding page to find out about the student funding options available to help you fund your postgraduate studies.
Kingston University offers a 10% discount on full- and part-time postgraduate degree course tuition fees to our alumni. Visit our alumni discount page to find out more.
As a student I have experienced a high level of support both on a personal and professional basis with skilled academic and practice mentorship facilitating my grasp of the varied concepts of midwifery care.
Additional course costs
Some courses may require additional costs beyond tuition fees. When planning your studies, you’ll want to consider tuition fees, living costs, and any extra costs that might relate to your area of study.
Your tuition fees include costs for teaching, assessment and university facilities. So your access to libraries, shared IT resources and various student support services are all covered. Accommodation and general living expenses are not covered by these fees.
Where applicable, additional expenses for your course may include:
Our libraries have an extensive collection of books and journals, as well as open-access computers and laptops available to rent. However, you may want to buy your own computer or personal copies of key textbooks. Textbooks may range from £50 to £250 per year. And a personal computer can range from £100 to £3,000 depending on your course requirements.
While most coursework is submitted online, some modules may require printed copies. You may want to allocate up to £100 per year for hard-copies of your coursework. It’s worth noting that 3D printing is never compulsory. So if you choose to use our 3D printers, you’ll need to pay for the material. This ranges from 3p per gram to 40p per gram.
Kingston University will pay for all compulsory field trips. Fees for optional trips can range from £30 to £350 per trip.
Your tuition fees don’t cover travel costs. To save on travel costs, you can use our free intersite bus service. This route links the campuses and halls of residence with local train stations - Surbiton, Kingston upon Thames, and Norbiton.
For certain professional courses, you will be required to complete a Declaration of Health and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. As these are necessary for your course, we will guide you through the process once you receive and accept an offer from Kingston University London.
We are pleased to offer the DBS check at no cost to applicants who have accepted the offer and chosen to study with us. You will need to subscribe to the Update Service for £16 per year. This allows universities and potential employers to view any changes to your DBS.
We provide you with a uniform. You will need to purchase appropriate shoes (£20-£60) and a fob watch (£5-£20) for practice. Additional uniform items will be available for purchase if you want them.
Professional body membership fees will be about £10 while you’re studying this course. When you qualify, it costs £120 to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council for a year.
How to apply
Before you apply
Please read the entry criteria carefully to make sure you meet all requirements before applying.
How to apply online
Use the course selector drop down at the top of this page to choose your preferred course, start date and mode, then click 'Apply now'. You will be taken to UCAS where you will complete your application. You should:
- Submit your application between the beginning of the September before you come to university and mid-January if you're a British or EU applicant
- Visit the UCAS website for exact dates and more information
- Complete your application in full, including your personal details and academic record
- Supply a reference and personal statement
- Submit your application as early as possible to have the best chance of receiving the right offers.
- The UCAS code for Kingston University is K84.
Application deadlines
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Applications will close when the course is full.
Course changes and regulations
The information on this page reflects the currently intended course structure and module details. To improve your student experience and the quality of your degree, we may review and change the material information of this course. Course changes explained.
Programme Specifications for the course are published ahead of each academic year.
Regulations governing this course can be found on our website.
What our students and graduates say
The Midwifery course is fast moving, and at times challenging, but the academic and personal support provided by both tutors and colleagues is excellent. There is always someone available if you need to discuss any aspect of your practice or need guidance with academic assignments.
As a male student in a midwifery degree, you might expect to face some difficulties. However, with the appropriate support and guidance, it can be seen as a positive experience rather than an inconvenience.
Overall, studying midwifery at Kingston University has been a life-enhancing experience resulting in my ability to transition from nurse to midwife with a broad sphere of confidence and competence in the specialist area of midwifery.
