Program Overview

MSc Midwifery (Top-up) Programme

The MSc Midwifery (top-up) programme is designed for midwives who have completed the Postgraduate Diploma in Midwifery at the University of Hull within the last five years. This flexible top-up programme allows midwives to advance their qualification to an MSc.

About the Programme

This programme aims to inform and enhance the professional function of midwives, enabling them to contribute more effectively in the delivery of midwifery care. The distinctive features of this programme include:

• Modern health campus with ｣28m facilities, featuring mock operating theatres, wards, and ICU
• Opportunities to build your CV by topping up your Postgraduate Diploma to an MSc
• Practice-focused assignments that are directly relevant to your professional role
• Flexible study options to balance your learning around work and personal commitments
• A combination of academic knowledge and real-world midwifery experience

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for this programme, applicants must have:

• Completed the Postgraduate Diploma in Midwifery at the University of Hull within the last five years
• Professional Registration as a Midwife

Some applicants may be required to undertake a module on Advanced Health & Social Care Research prior to commencing the programme, unless they can demonstrate Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) against the module learning outcomes.

Fees and Funding

Tuition fees for the programme are subject to confirmation. Please note that fees may vary, and it is recommended to contact the university for the most up-to-date information.

Programme Structure

The programme is designed to be flexible, allowing midwives to balance their learning with work and personal commitments. The mode of study is part-time, and the duration is one year. The start date for the programme is September 2025.

Career Opportunities

Upon completion of the programme, midwives can expect to enhance their professional practice and contribute more effectively to the delivery of midwifery care. The programme is designed to inform and enhance the professional function of midwives, enabling them to take on more senior roles or pursue specialized areas of practice.

Research Areas

The programme focuses on midwifery practice and research, allowing midwives to develop their skills and knowledge in areas such as:

• Advanced Health & Social Care Research
• Midwifery care and practice
• Professional development and leadership

By completing this programme, midwives can expect to develop a deeper understanding of midwifery research and practice, enabling them to make a more significant contribution to the field.