Bachelor in Midwifery

The University of Manitoba, founded in 1877 in Winnipeg, is the oldest university in western Canada and a major public research institution. With roughly 29,000 students and about 4,000 international students, the university offers a welcoming and diverse campus experience. Its location provides access to cultural attractions, outdoor recreation and a supportive prairie community.

Academically the university offers more than 260 programs spanning faculties such as Engineering, Architecture, Health Sciences, Business and Agriculture, many of which are research active and professionally accredited. The campus hosts centers for global public health, functional foods and other applied research that connect students with real-world problems and industry partners, while student services emphasize academic advising, career planning and wellbeing.

International students benefit from extensive supports including orientation, visa guidance and targeted scholarships, along with numerous experiential learning and co-op opportunities in Winnipeg and beyond. For students seeking a research-led education with strong community engagement and practical pathways into professional fields, the University of Manitoba presents a balanced choice combining academic excellence, campus life and regional opportunity.

The Bachelor in Midwifery at the University of Manitoba is a 4-year program that prepares students for a career in midwifery. This full-time program includes a year of undergraduate studies and three years of midwifery training, leading to registration with the College of Midwives of Manitoba.

The curriculum covers topics like Bioscience for Midwives, Pharmacology for Midwives, and Normal Childbearing Clinical Practice. Students also learn about professional foundations, evidence-informed practice, and interprofessional roles through clinical practice and tutorials.

Graduates of this program can become Registered Midwives, working in hospitals, clinics, or private practices. They can also pursue careers as Prenatal Educators, Labor and Delivery Nurses, or Women's Health Specialists, working with organizations such as the Canadian Midwives Association or local health authorities.