About this course
University of Cumbria offers MSc - Midwifery (Pre-Registration) as a 3-year postgraduate Masters Degree (Taught) programme in Nursing and midwifery. Based in Carlisle, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £17,800 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6.5 overall or TOEFL iBT 80. The next intake is Autumn (September), 2026.
Scholarships are available to international applicants. The programme includes an industry internship element.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
As part of the selection process, we interview short-listed candidates prior to making offers. Please note that Professional Bodies such as the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) have certain requirements regarding health and character status of applicants and their ability to meet the required core professional competencies and to practise safely without direct supervision.
Students with equivalent experience/qualifications in a field relevant to the proposed study area may be considered.
Applicants with 2:1 or higher in a relevant subject such as Nursing will be considered. Plus minimum of GCSEs with grade C or grade 4, to include English Language, Mathematics, and Biology or Combined Science. Level 2 equivalencies are accepted. However, we are unable to accept Access to HE modules in lieu of GCSEs.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Autumn (September), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
