Master in Midwifery Studies

The application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is Jun 1, 2027; the tuition fee is 21,141 GBP per year.

The Master in Midwifery Studies is a three-year program for students who want to learn about midwifery and childbirth. This Master's degree is taught in English and is based at Bangor University in Wales.

The curriculum includes modules on the public health role of the midwife, promoting physiological childbirth, and optimizing the childbirth experience. Students also learn about research approaches in health and social care and develop skills in working with women and communities. The program includes a range of assessment approaches, including written assessments, presentations, and a research dissertation.

Graduates of this program can work as Midwives, Health Visitors, Maternity Care Managers, Public Health Specialists, or Health Educators. They can work in industries such as healthcare, education, or social care, and can be employed by hospitals, community health organizations, or government agencies.

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.