06 Oct 2026 (Available)
Apply by: 29 Sep 2026
Semester A
On Campus
06 Oct 2026 (On Campus), 07 Oct 2026 (On Campus), 08 Oct 2026 (On Campus), 03 Nov 2026 (On Campus), 04 Nov 2026 (On Campus), 17 Dec 2026 (On Campus), 26 Jan 2027 (On Campus), 28 Jan 2027 (On Campus), 08 Mar 2027 (On Campus), 09 Mar 2027 (On Campus), 28 Apr 2027 (On Campus), 29 Apr 2027 (On Campus), 24 May 2027 (Online), 25 May 2027 (On Campus), 27 May 2027 (Online), 22 Jun 2027 (In Course Test on campus)
Course overview
PLEASE NOTE THIS PAGE IS CURRENTLY IN THE PROCESS OF BEING UPDATED FOR 2026/27. APPLICATIONS ARE NOT YET OPEN.
Course Details
Delivery of the module will embody the Herts learning principles. You should be available to attend all days as advertised. This course is designed for health care professionals particularly radiographers, midwives and nurses who wish to develop the necessary clinical and evaluative skills for the competent performance and accurate reporting of obstetric ultrasound examinations. The course is taken in combination with Ultrasound Image Production & Optimisation and Principles of Ultrasound Reporting in order to achieve an ultrasound qualification. It may only be studied as a standalone course by qualified sonographers who have not previously studied Obstetric ultrasound.
This module forms part of a medical ultrasound programme which is accredited by Consortium for the Accreditation of Sonographic Education (CASE).
Course Aims
This course aims to enable students to develop the necessary clinical and evaluative skills for the competent performance and accurate reporting of obstetric ultrasound examinations.
Course Notes
The course is facilitated by University staff and external lecturers. Delivery of the course incorporates blended learning which aims to combine practical, simulation and classroom-based learning.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
Successful students will typically...
- Demonstrate a depth of knowledge and critical understanding of normal and abnormal pregnancy from conception to birth including maternal complications and common fetal developmental anomalies that may arise during pregnancy.
- Have a comprehensive understanding of techniques applicable for ultrasound investigation of normal and abnormal pregnancy from conception to birth including maternal complications and common fetal developmental anomalies that may arise during pregnancy.
Skills and Attributes
Successful students will typically...
- Demonstrate critical awareness in synthesising clinical information and evaluative skills for the competent performance of ultrasound examinations of the pregnant uterus and related abdominal and pelvic structures.
- Demonstrate a range of advanced communication and decision-making skills and engage confidently in academic and professional communication appropriate to their professional practice.
- Demonstrate technical expertise in competently performing obstetric ultrasound examinations with precision and effectiveness.
Assessment
Coursework 1: 40% 50/100 pass mark
Test: 60% 50/100 pass mark
Compulsory Information and Further Details:
Coursework 1, 40% 2000 word evaluation of a patient pathway
In class test, 60% 2.5 hours
Coursework 1, & In class test must be passed and clinical portfolio completed before the Practical Pass/Fail can be attempted.
This may result in some student having a third sitting to allow two attempts at the Practical pass/fail element.
Practical (Pass/Fail)
Practical skills assessment: P/F
Comprising a session of 3 patients, one from each trimester of pregnancy.
The clinical portfolio is a compulsory gateway to the practical skills assessment.
7HSK2236 Ultrasound Image Production and Optimisation
and 7HSK2237 Principles of Ultrasound Reporting must be passed before the practical skills assessment is attempted.
All individual elements of assessment must be passed
Accredited by
Funding
£2,050.00
The price quoted above is for this 30 credit module in the 2026/27 academic year and applies to students who are assessed as Home fee payers ONLY. Fees will differ for students assessed as Overseas fee payers. Fee assessment decisions follow UKCISA (UK Council for International Student Affairs) guidance, which is based on UK law and government regulations. Further information on who will pay Home or Overseas tuition fees can be found here: https://ask.herts.ac.uk/will-i-pay-home-or-international-tuition-fees
Once confirmed, a student’s fee status will normally remain the same for the duration of their course. However, information regarding fee reassessment is available here: https://ask.herts.ac.uk/will-i-pay-home-or-international-tuition-fees#FeeReassessment
Eligible students may be able to apply for a Postgraduate Student Loan. Please note that to access this funding, you must enrol on the full MSc programme; funding is not available for individual modules or interim awards (for example, a Postgraduate Diploma). Further information is available at: https://www.gov.uk/masters-loan
Further details, including tuition fee amounts, fee policy and payment deadlines, can be found here : https://www.herts.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/fee-information/fees-and-finance-policy-documents
If you require further information or have any questions regarding fees, please contact: cpdhealth@herts.ac.uk
Why Choose Herts?
Excellent sector connections: we have extensive links with eight NHS Trusts and Local Authorities in Hertfordshire.
Links with over 98 NHS Trusts and Local Authorities in East Anglia and London regions.
Flexibility: we provide flexible study options to ensure you can fit CPD study around your busy professional and personal lives.
Location: the main University of Hertfordshire campus is 25 minutes from London with easy access by both road and rail services.
Course details
Course leader
Dr Naomi Brown n.2.brown@herts.ac.uk
Administrator
Niamh Sexton
Telephone
01707 284800
Course delivery
Face-to-face. Number of Learner Hours: Scheduled : 40 hours. Independent: 260 hours. Placement: An authorised NHS clinical placement with a minimum of 300 hours in ultrasound is expected.
Prerequisites
NHS clinical placement.
7HSK2236 Ultrasound Image production and optimisation and 7HSK2237 Principles of Ultrasound Reporting must be passed before the practical skills assessment is attempted.
Prohibited: 7H5K0345 Early pregnancy ultrasound.
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