| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Course Overview
The aim of the Master of Science in Midwifery (Advanced Practice Midwifery) programme is to enable experienced registered midwives to develop an expert knowledge base, to utilise advanced skills and abilities in clinical decision making, and clinical competencies for an expanded autonomous scope of practice the characteristics of which are shaped by the: context in which the individual practices; the needs of women; and the challenges and developments within the health services.
Applications are made online via the University of Galway Postgraduate Applications System.
Who Teaches this Course
Dr Linda Biesty M.Sc. B.Sc. PgDip
Senior Lecturer
School of Nursing and Midwifery
NUI Galway
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Ms Catherine Meagher RGN,RM,RNT,BNS, MSC View Profile
Dr Maura Dowling MSc,BNs,RNT,RGN,RM Cert Oncology,PhD View Profile
Dr Catherine Houghton RGN, RSCN, RN, HDip, MHSc, PhD. View Profile
Dr. Fionnuala Jordan RPN, PG.Dip.,PhD
Lecturer Above The Bar
T: 019- 493818
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Students are assessed using a variety of methodologies including MCQ, OSCE, Assignment, Portfolio, Case Study.
Program Outline
Course Outline
Course Modules
Why Choose This Course?
Career Opportunities
Graduates will be autonomous practitioners, who are clinically competent and skilled in the delivery of high-quality, direct care to a specific client group. The Advanced Midwife Practitioner will provide care for mothers, babies and their families in all settings during a very special time, in collaboration with other healthcare professionals, according to agreed scope of practice guidelines. Graduates, equipped with such knowledge and advanced skills will be eligible to apply to the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) for registration as a Registered Advanced Midwife Practitioner (RAMP).
About University of Galway
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