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Entry Points (2017)
433

Course Overview

The Bachelor of Midwifery Science course is a four-year degree programme provided in partnership with the Health Service Executive (HSE) West. The programme consists of theoretical and clinical modules. The theoretical content aims to provide students with the knowledge necessary to underpin their professional practice. It comprises lectures, seminars, workshops, experiential learning, skills training and reading time. Clinical modules are undertaken in the practice setting. Following completion of the programme, students are eligible to apply to register as a midwife with An Bord Altranais, the regulatory body.

Applications and Selections

Who Teaches this Course

Requirements and Assessment

Key Facts

Entry Requirements

Minimum Grade H5 in two subjects and passes in four other subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Certificate, including Irish, English, Mathematics, a laboratory science subject (i.e. Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint) or Agricultural Science), and any two other subjects recognised for entry purposes.

Additional Requirements

All successful applicants who are offered places on the degree programme will be required to have medical screening and Garda vetting: this will include medical assessment, screening and, if necessary, vaccination prior to the first clinical placement, in accordance with the policies of NUI Galway and the Saolta University Health Care Group.
Duration

4 years

Next start date

September 2018

A Level Grades (2017)

AAA (A-Level) & c (AS) or equivalent combination

Average intake

20

Closing Date

Next start date

September 2018

NFQ level

Mode of study

ECTS weighting

Award

CAO

GY517

PAC code

Course Outline

Year 1 - 3

  • Clinical and Theory Instructions
  • Theory
    • Biological Sciences
    • Social Sciences
    • Midwifery Skills
    • Midwifery Studies
    • Health Promotion
    • Research

Year 4

  • Clinical and Theory Instruction - Semester I
  • Theory
    • Research
    • Leadership and Clinical Governance in Nursing and Midwifery Practice
  • Internship Clinical Practice which runs over 36 weeks - Semester II

Further Education

Students can pursue further study at masters and PhD level.

Why Choose This Course?

Career Opportunities

There are many career opportunities for midwives both in Ireland and abroad, including in the hospital and community settings.

Who’s Suited to This Course

Learning Outcomes

 

Work Placement

Clinical placements are undertaken in the HSE West: in University Hospital Galway, Mayo General Hospital, Castlebar, and Portiuncula Hospital, Ballinasloe. Placements also take place in community and mental healthcare settings in the HSE West area. While on clinical placements, students will be supervised by a midwife who has been specially prepared to guide and direct student learning and act as a preceptor to the student. Students who are required to travel to distant placements may apply to the HSE West for support in meeting travel and accommodation costs.

Study Abroad

Related Student Organisations

Course Fees

Fees: EU

€7,330 p.a. 2017/18

Fees: Tuition

€4,106 p.a. 2017/18

Fees: Student Contribution

€3,000 p.a. 2017/18

Fees: Student levy

€224 p.a. 2017/18

Fees: Non EU

€23,750 p.a. 2017/18 Discounts available through recognised recruitment pathways
EU Fees 2017/18:
- Tuition: may be paid by the Irish Government on your behalf if you qualify for free tuition fees see - free fee initiative.
- Student Contribution: €3,000 - payable by all students but may by paid by SUSI if you apply and are deemed eligible for a means tested SUSI grant.
- Student Levy:  €224 - payable by all students and is not covered by SUSI.

Find out More

The School of Nursing and Midwifery
T 353 (0)91 493 432
F 353 (0)91 494 537
E nursing.midwifery@nuigalway.ie
www.nuigalway.ie/nursingmidwifery

What Our Students Say

Emma

Emma Doyle |   BSc (Midwifery)

... Being a third year student, studying Midwifery in NUI Galway, is challenging but definitely rewarding. I really like our new modern Nursing and Midwifery building; it's such a lovely environment and really conducive to learning. The clinical skills labs are really cool and so well equipped. They give a realistic insight into what it's like working in a hospital environment. I enjoy the fact that class sizes are small so you really get to know other students and the lecturers. The lecturers are so enthusiastic about their topics that it makes learning enjoyable and a lot easier! The support and teaching in the clinical setting given by experienced clinical staff is also great and sometimes you are learning things without even realising it...

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