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Enhanced Professional Midwifery Practice

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  • Tuition
  • Requirements
  • Modules
  • About
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  • Career
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Overview

Swansea University's midwifery course offers a flexible, modular program for practicing midwives, emphasizing key policy topics and the development of research skills. Students receive support from academic mentors for reflective practice. For funding details, visit the university's website.

Application Timeline

  1. September 1, 2025
    Start date
  2. April 30, 2026
    Today

Tuition

Year 1
Student categories Study
Full-time Part-time
EnglandN/A£2,950
Northern IrelandN/A£2,950
ScotlandN/A£2,950
WalesN/A£2,950

Requirements

Entry Requirements:
Language Requirements

Language requirements information is currently unavailable.

Modules

  • Developing Expertise in the Supervision of Midwives

    Optional
  • Developing Expertise in the Supervision of Midwives (CPD)

    Optional

About

Funding Information

For detailed information regarding fees, scholarships, postgraduate loans, and other funding options, please visit the Swansea University website.

Course Overview

The midwifery course at Swansea University is designed to be highly flexible and modular, catering to the learning and professional development needs of students who are also practicing midwives.

Key Components of the Course

  • Focus on key policy and practice topics in midwifery.
  • Development of critical research and analytical skills.
  • Support from an academic mentor for professional reflective practice.

Conclusion

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Subject Area Information

Midwifery is a specialized field within healthcare that focuses on pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. It encompasses a holistic approach to women's reproductive health, emphasizing natural childbirth and the well-being of both mother and child.

Typical Course Structure
  • 1. Introduction to Midwifery

  • 2. Anatomy and Physiology for Midwives

  • 3. Prenatal Care

  • 4. Labor and Delivery

  • 5. Postpartum Care

  • 6. Neonatal Care

  • 7. Gynecological Health

  • 8. Professional Practice and Ethics

Typical Skills Acquired
  • Clinical Skills
  • Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Empathy and Compassion

Career

Midwifery is a rewarding and dynamic profession that plays a crucial role in maternal and child health. Through rigorous training and compassionate care, midwives make a significant impact on the lives of families and communities.

Potential Professions
  • Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM)

    Provides comprehensive care to women, including prenatal, labor, delivery, and postpartum care.

  • Direct-Entry Midwife (DEM)

    Specializes in home births and works independently or in birthing centers.

  • Midwifery Educator

    Teaches and mentors future midwives in academic or clinical settings.

  • Public Health Midwife

    Works in community health settings to improve maternal and child health outcomes.

  • Researcher

    Conducts studies to advance the field of midwifery and improve care practices.

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