2-Term Undergraduate Foundation Pathway in Healthcare - Continue to Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Midwifery

Program Description HIC offers University Foundation Studies for candidates who do not meet the direct entry criteria or hold high school qualifications that are not recognised. Upon successful completion of the pathway programme students will progress onto the University of Hertfordshire. Midwives provide essential care during pregnancy, labour and the postnatal period to both mothers and their babies. This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to become a Registered Midwife. They will be eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) upon successful completion of the course. Over the three year programme students will develop a sound knowledge of normal pregnancy and childbearing and be able to recognise and manage any problems that may arise. With innovative, evidence based teaching, students will spend half of their time exploring and developing their theoretical knowledge and half of their time will be spent in various clinical settings, working alongside and supported by experienced midwives. The inclusion of the newborn and infant physical examination (NIPE) competency, provides students with advanced knowledge to undertake clinical examinations of the newborn. During the programme they will also have an exciting opportunity to undergo an elective placement abroad or in the UK.