MSc Midwifery
A specialised master’s programme for qualified adult nurses seeking to transition into midwifery practice in Northern Ireland.
Best for:Best for registered adult nurses with at least six months of post-registration experience, currently employed in Northern Ireland’s HSC Trusts, seeking a career transition into midwifery.
Overview
The MSc Midwifery programme at Queen’s University Belfast is designed for registered adult nurses aiming to develop professional expertise as midwives. This two-year full-time course builds on existing nursing skills while providing specialised training in maternal and newborn care. Applicants must be currently employed as adult nurses within a Health and Social Care Trust in Northern Ireland and meet specific eligibility criteria. The programme integrates clinical practice with academic study, ensuring graduates are fully prepared for midwifery roles. It is tailored for those committed to advancing their careers in midwifery with a focus on evidence-based practice and patient-centred care.
What you'll do
- Develop advanced clinical skills in midwifery, including antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care.
- Integrate theoretical knowledge with practical experience in healthcare settings within Northern Ireland.
- Engage in evidence-based practice to enhance maternal and newborn health outcomes.
- Participate in clinical placements to gain hands-on experience under supervision.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to provide holistic care for mothers and infants.
- Contribute to research and innovation in midwifery practice through academic study.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor (Honours) degree in Adult Nursing with a minimum 2.1 standard, or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University (2.2 standard may be considered in exceptional circumstances)
Degree offered: MSc Midwifery
Language: English proficiency sufficient for academic study and clinical practice (no specific test mentioned)
Instruction: English
- Registration as an adult nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- At least 6 months of post-registration experience as a nurse
- Current employment as an Adult Nurse in a Health and Social Care Trust within Northern Ireland
- Ability to meet occupational health and criminal record checks
- Must be a UK/EU resident (not open to international applicants)
- Must be currently employed as an Adult Nurse in a HSC Trust within Northern Ireland
- Must pass Occupational Health Assessment and Access NI Enhanced Disclosure Check
- Must declare and clear any current or previous safeguarding proceedings
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How to apply
Deadline: Late August 2026 (exact date to be confirmed)
Applicants must submit their application through the Queen’s University Belfast postgraduate application portal. Required documents include a CV, academic transcripts, proof of NMC registration, evidence of employment, and two satisfactory references (one educational and one employment if possible). Interviews are anticipated to be held in late September 2026.
- CV
- Bachelor (Honours) degree transcripts in Adult Nursing
- Proof of NMC registration as an adult nurse
- Evidence of current employment as an Adult Nurse in a HSC Trust within Northern Ireland
- Two satisfactory references (one educational and one employment if possible)
- Occupational Health Assessment confirmation
- Access NI Enhanced Disclosure Check
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