Master of Nursing (Midwifery)

Program Overview

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Overview

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For successful completion of PhD candidate should publish minimum four research articles in Scopus indexed journals, with Lincoln University College affiliation.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Nursing (Midwifery) provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to care for patients with the highest professional standards across the healthcare sphere. This course focuses specifically on midwifery, offering advanced training in maternal and child health or neonatal intensive care services. The program aims to:

• Develop advanced midwifery skills and knowledge, including competency in midwifery nursing care and research and development activities.
• Foster critical thinking, leadership, and effective communication skills related to midwifery and women's health.
• Provide opportunities for higher learning and research in midwifery, addressing the changing needs of women's health in the present and future.

Outline:

The Master of Nursing (Midwifery) course curriculum is designed to equip students with comprehensive knowledge and expertise in various aspects of midwifery practice. The program structure is as follows:

• Duration: 2 years
• Intakes: January, May, September
• Subjects: The program covers a wide range of subjects, including:
• Advanced Midwifery Practice
• Research Methods in Midwifery
• Women's Health and Wellbeing
• Perinatal Care
• Childbearing and the Life Cycle
• Midwifery Leadership and Management
• Professional Issues in Midwifery

Assessment:

Students' knowledge and skills are assessed through a range of methods, including:

• Written examinations
• Clinical assessments
• Assignments and presentations
• Research projects

Teaching:

The program is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials, and hands-on clinical placements. Students are taught by experienced midwives and other healthcare professionals with expertise in their respective fields.

Careers:

Graduates of the Master of Nursing (Midwifery) program are highly sought-after professionals in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, community health centers, and research institutions. Career opportunities include:

• Clinical Midwife
• Midwifery Educator
• Public Health Midwife
• Midwifery Researcher
• Consultant Midwife

Other:

• To successfully complete the Master's degree at Lincoln University College, each candidate must publish a minimum of two research articles in Scopus-indexed journals affiliated with Lincoln.