About Midwifery Studies Msc in Middlesex University

This postgraduate programme enables the practising midwife to plan an individualised pathway of postgraduate study designed to meet previously identified midwifery related professional and service development objectives.

Why study MSc Midwifery Studies at Middlesex University?

This degree programme aims to enable the practising midwife to study a postgraduate degree pathway which has been planned by the student themselves and which reflects academic and professional development needs in line with the usual requirements for postgraduate level study.

The open framework structure aims to facilitate pathway specialisation where possible and if desired. Individualised degree study pathway in which credits from prior study may be used. The study pathway can be tailored to current and future learning and development needs.

What will you study on the MSc Midwifery Studies?

At the completion of this course, you will be able to demonstrate mastery in midwifery-related skills and knowledge in order to contribute to enhanced professional midwifery practice, research and service development. The programmes is designed so that where possible, Level 7 (and some Level 6) credits which have been achieved through prior study are recognised as part of this programme (pre-accreditation or APL).

The modules can be taken at a pace and frequency according to your circumstances. You must complete two core modules:

Research methods

• Social Research Methods (30 credits) or
• Advanced Practitioner Enquiry (30 credits)

Dissertation (MSc only)

• MSc Dissertation (60 credits) or
• Work Based Learning Project (60 credits)

In addition, you choose subject specific optional modules according to your personal, professional, academic and service development needs. These modules will clearly demonstrate a study pathway in midwifery.

We normally require a second class honours degree 2:2 or above in midwifery or a related subject area, or hold an acceptable recognisable professional qualification.

You must have competence in English language to study with us. The most commonly accepted evidence of English language ability is IELTS 6.5 (with minimum 6.0 in all components).

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Middlesex University International Student Admissions

Middlesex University accepts students from all around the world and currently has over 160 international partnerships.

Application fee: 40 GBP

Academic Documents:

• Transcripts and certificates of all the educational institutions previously attended by the applicant.
• References
• CV or Resume
• Personal statement
• Language proficiency test scores
• Interviews, portfolio and auditions might also be required for some courses.

The transcripts must be either copy of the original documents on letter headed paper or with a stamp from the academic institution. Applicants must provide their permanent details like post address or email address. If applicants are looking for a research degree, they must also include a research proposal along with their application. This must outline their research plans and highlight which is of research interests them.

English Proficiency Test Score Required for International Students

The applicants whose native language is not English are required to submit one of the following test scores to Middlesex University. The minimum test scores required for both UG and PF courses are as follows:

Visa Process for International Students

• All international applicants need to have the Tier 4 visa clearance for six months.
• Applicant must be at least 16 years old in order to apply for a Tier 4 visa.
• Financial and documentation requirements need to be fulfilled by the applicant.
• Passports, travel documentation and a tuberculosis test result are required when applying for Tier 4 visa.
• A minimum of 40 points are required for Tier 4.
• Out of these 40 points, 30 points are for a valid CAS from a Tier 4 sponsor, which will be Middlesex University.
• 10 points are for financial means for college tuition, living costs and application fee.
• A CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) is sent to the applicant when he/she is admitted at the university.
• This CAS contains a reference number that must be stated on the visa application form.
• The validity of the visa depends upon the duration of the course taken by the applicant.