Midwifery

About this course

Midwifery is a profession centred on one of the most significant experiences in human life: pregnancy, birth and the early weeks of a new family. Midwives are the primary care professionals supporting women and birthing people throughout the entire continuum from pre-pregnancy through labour, birth and the postpartum period, working with newborn infants and their families at a time of great physical and emotional intensity. The role demands clinical expertise, compassionate communication, the ability to make sound judgements under pressure and a commitment to woman-centred care. At Robert Gordon University this three-year full-time programme prepares you to practise as a skilled, knowledgeable and compassionate midwife, as the current description notes. You will develop theoretical knowledge in anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, neonatal care, public health and the evidence base that

Where its graduates go

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