Obstetric Ultrasound Practice
Introduction
This module aims to provide the theoretical underpinning that supports and complements your practical training necessary to achieve competency in patient centred obstetric ultrasound practice.
Please note, this module runs alongside our 'Applied physics of ultrasound for safe practice' module.
Who the module is aimed at
The module is aimed primarily at Radiographers, Nurses, Midwives and Medics.
Benefits of taking the module to the individual, the organisation and the patient
The module will develop the skills and competencies required for advanced obstetric ultrasound clinical practice.
What you learn
You will develop an in depth knowledge of the role of ultrasound, including its limitations, in the demonstration of normal and abnormal fetal anatomy and environment throughout pregnancy.
General areas covered
- physiology of pregnancy and embryological development
- normal and abnormal foetal anatomy and biometry in all states of pregnancy
- antenatal screening
- role of Doppler in obstetric ultrasound
- communication and report writing
- ethical and professional issues in delivering patient centred antenatal care.
Skills gained for the workplace, technical skills or academic skills
- patient centred care and communication
- critical evaluation
- image interpretation and report writing
- clinical decision making
- reflective practice and leadership skills.
Professional recognition
At the time of writing, this course is accredited by Consortium for the Accreditation of Sonographic Education. It is due for periodic, routine review in 2025; the accreditation status therefore may be subject to change. You will be notified ahead of enrolment if there is any change to the status of the accreditation.
Fees and Funding for 2025/26
| Indicative price for stand-alone module |
Home student: £1,930 EU / International students: £2,955 - this is part-time study and therefore cannot provide sponsorship for Tier 4. |
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| How to apply |
For all applications, please ensure you complete the Clinical agreement form (PDF, 31.5KB). To apply for a self-funded place, please complete and return the application form below: To apply for a Workforce Development / Workforce Transformation funding WDF/WTF funded place, please complete and return the relevant application form below Further information and Workforce Development Funding / CPD Funding online application form |
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Entry requirements
- Relevant professional qualification
- Relevant work experience
- Relevant workplace opportunities and organisation support
- You must have access to 14 hours per week ultrasound scanning with an appropriately qualified clinical supervisor (this is not provided by the University).
As part of your application, you are required to complete a clinical agreement form which includes details of your employing NHS Trust and confirmed arrangements for clinical supervision, including details of an appropriately qualified clinical supervisor.
The above must be evidenced in your application form.
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Attendance
Delivery Method:
Blended Learning this module will involve a limited number of face-to-face study days supported by online distance learning activities
View our statement on notional study hours »
Provisional timetable
The next intake for this module is September 2025.
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Assessment
Module assessment is made up of one or more assessment tasks. The assessment task(s) for this module are:
- Presentation
- Written Assignment
- Written Report
- Practical Assessment
Successful completion of this module will earn you 30 level 7 credits
Further details
For further information please contact the module leader Elizabeth Bullivant - e.bullivant@shu.ac.uk