Program Overview

**Reasons to choose Kingston University**- Kingston University is ranked number one for Nursing and Midwifery in London (Guardian League Tables 2021).- 100 per cent of students from this course are in highly-skilled employment or further study within six months of graduating (DLHE 2016/17).- This intensive course recognises your nursing experience, allowing you to qualify as a midwife in two years. These courses are normally funded by the government with a training grant worth equivalent to a bottom of band 5.**About this course**Are you a registered adult nurse and considering a move into midwifery? If so, this two year course is ideal as it recognises the skills and knowledge you already have. You’ll gain the scientific knowledge and practical skills for a midwifery career, graduating with a degree and a professional midwifery qualification.There are extensive placement opportunities. You’ll gain clinical experience in maternity units in a variety of hospital and community settings in south-west London and Surrey.Please note: if you already have a BSc (Hons) in Adult Nursing at grade 2.2 or above, you could enrol on our Masters of Midwifery (MMid) course.**Career opportunities**Once registered as a midwife, you may develop your skills and experience in the NHS, or the independent or voluntary sectors. Midwives work clinically, teach, undertake research or even manage a complete maternity service.