Contraception and Associated Health

The application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is Apr 1, 2027.

The Contraception and Associated Health program is a non-degree course for NMC registered nurses, midwives, or Specialist Community Public Health Nurses. It's offered at Bangor University in the United Kingdom and lasts for six years, with a combination of face-to-face lectures and online learning. The program is taught in English and is designed for professionals seeking to enhance their skills in reproductive and sexual health.

Students will explore methods of contraception, including hormonal and non-hormonal options, and gain insights into sexual health education and health promotion. The course emphasizes practical application through clinical competency workbooks and interactive discussions, helping learners develop skills in patient assessment, counseling, and education. They will also learn about sexually transmitted infections and reproductive health issues.

Graduates can pursue roles such as Sexual Health Nurse, Family Planning Nurse, Community Health Educator, and Reproductive Health Specialist. They can work in hospitals, community health organizations, and educational institutions, applying their skills in reproductive health and contributing to public health initiatives, including health education and research.

Bangor University, located in the coastal city of Bangor in Wales and founded in 1884 (Royal Charter 1885), is a public institution known for combining strong research with a student-focused experience. The university enrolls around 11,000 students, including roughly 2,700 international students, and groups teaching and research across nine academic schools. With 382 programmes spanning arts, sciences and professional subjects, Bangor balances tradition and innovation while aiming to deliver high academic standards and a supportive learning environment.

Set between the mountains of Snowdonia and the Menai Strait, the campus offers an attractive natural setting alongside good connections to larger UK cities. Institutional review commends its data-driven approach to quality, partnership with students, and embedded bilingual provision. Sustainability and global citizenship are central themes, informing research, enterprise and campus life, while interdisciplinary projects and community links create practical learning pathways for students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

International students benefit from tailored support services, Welsh cultural opportunities, and a breadth of modules that suit varied career goals. Small-group teaching, research-led study and industry connections support employability, internships and further study. Prospective students seeking a welcoming campus with strong pastoral care, active student societies and clear routes into professional life will find Bangor offers rigorous academics alongside a distinctive natural and cultural setting.