MSc in Midwifery Practice and Leadership
Advanced professional development for experienced midwives aiming to lead in clinical practice, health management, and education.
Best for:Best for experienced midwives with clinical practice experience seeking to transition into leadership roles in midwifery, health management, or education.
Overview
This Master of Science programme at Trinity College Dublin is designed for registered midwives seeking to advance their careers through specialised training in midwifery practice, health service management, and education. The course focuses on professional development, leadership skills, and evidence-based practice to prepare midwives for senior roles in clinical settings, healthcare administration, and academia. Applicants must demonstrate at least one year of recent clinical experience and hold an honours degree in midwifery or a related field. The programme integrates theoretical knowledge with practical application, ensuring graduates are equipped to drive innovation and improvement in midwifery care.
What you'll do
- Develop advanced leadership and management skills applicable to midwifery practice and healthcare settings.
- Engage in evidence-based research and practice to improve midwifery care standards.
- Contribute to the development of healthcare policies and strategies within midwifery and broader health services.
- Undertake clinical practice under supervision to enhance professional competencies.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to address complex healthcare challenges.
- Participate in educational initiatives to advance midwifery knowledge and training.
Requirements
Degree required: Honours undergraduate degree in Midwifery or a related discipline, or equivalent professional and academic qualification
Degree offered: MSc in Midwifery Practice and Leadership
Language: English; Band B (Standard Entry) proficiency
Instruction: English
- Registration as a midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland
- Minimum of one year full-time recent clinical midwifery practice or equivalent
- Proficiency in English (Band B standard entry requirements)
- Ability to undergo Garda Vetting (background check)
- Registration as a midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland
- Minimum one year of full-time recent clinical midwifery practice or equivalent
- Completion of an honours undergraduate degree in Midwifery or related field
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-06-30
Applicants must submit their application through the official Trinity College Dublin postgraduate portal. Required documents include official transcripts, proof of English proficiency, a statement of purpose, and a CV. Additional requirements include a reference letter and evidence of registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland. Applicants will also need to undergo Garda Vetting.
- CV
- Cover letter or statement of purpose
- Official transcripts of previous degrees
- Proof of English proficiency (Band B standard entry)
- Reference letter
- Registration certificate from the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland
- Garda Vetting clearance
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