Midwifery taster days

Midwifery student in a mock hospital ward with a medical mannequin

A career in midwifery brings with it unique rewards. Learn more about it at our taster days.

You’ll get:

  • the chance to speak to a course lecturer and current students
  • an opportunity to explore the role of the midwife
  • information about our Midwifery course and placements
  • useful tips on applying, including interview preparation.

Learn more about our BSc (Hons) Midwifery degree.

Book your taster day

Taster days usually run between October-January. We'll add details of future events here when confirmed.

Alternatively, you can register your interest on hems.taster@aru.ac.uk and we'll let you know when dates are ready for you to book.

Working as a midwife

Midwifery is a rewarding career that puts you at the heart of some of the most important experiences in people's lives.

Modern midwives do so much more than just assist with birth. They work closely with other healthcare professionals to support women throughout pregnancy and childbirth. At ARU, we work with employers to make sure you graduate with the knowledge, skills and abilities you will need to take on this exciting career. They help us review what we teach and how we teach it – and they offer hands-on, practical opportunities to learn through placements. Most of our student midwives have secured jobs in Year 3 of their training.

Our course meets the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Standards for Pre-Registration Midwifery Education Programmes 2019. This means that when you graduate, you can apply to register with the NMC and start your career as a midwife.