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Midwifery

University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN)
Information last verified July 2026
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Deadline Jan, 2027
Delivery Online
Location Botswana, Botswana
Language English

Program Overview

The Midwifery at University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Midwifery programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: Online
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Location: Preston, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Midwifery programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Normal Birth Evidence and Debate
  2. Maternal and Child Health – Culture and Society
  3. Psycho-social Influences and Impact on Maternal, Child and Family Health
  4. Examination of the Newborn
  5. Enhancing Critical Care in Pregnancy and Childbirth
  6. Maternal and Infant Nutrition- Bio-Cultural Perspectives
  7. Introduction to Postgraduate Research
  8. Advanced Research Skills
  9. Multiprofessional Support of Learning and Assessing Practice
  10. Non- Medical Prescribing
  11. Maternal Substance Misuse
  12. Safeguarding of Children in a Multi-Disciplinary Environment
  13. HIV and Hepatitis

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • UK applicants must be a qualified midwife, registered with the NMC in the UK. There must also be no restrictions on their professional practice.
  • A recognised Honours degree in a health related subject or equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas Higher Education Institution. 
  • Demonstrate evidence of successful academic study at a minimum of Level 6 or equivalent and is normally within the last 3 years.
  • Be able to provide two satisfactory references
  • Overseas applicants must demonstrate evidence of their qualification /registration as a midwife and hold a current midwifery licence to practice in their own country.

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

Jan, 2027

About University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN)

University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) logo

University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN)

Botswana, Botswana

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University Profile
  • Application Deadline Jan, 2027
  • Start Date Jan, 2027
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months