On completion of the BSc Midwifery, you will be recommended to An Bord Altranais for registration as a Registered Midwife (NFQ Level 8). The course is designed to meet all the requirements and standards for Midwifery Education (ABA 2005). A broad-based curriculum helps to produce critical, analytical and reflective practitioners capable of functioning in a variety of settings as midwives.
Each year of the course has two components that consist of theoretical modules and midwifery practice modules. On completion of this course you will be able to: demonstrate knowledge and skills to provide safe and effective care for antenatal, childbirth and postnatal care; effectively coordinate, organise and manage midwifery care on your own initiative and in consultation with the multidisciplinary team; and critically appraise and evaluate current research evidence and best practice for midwifery.
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| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 70 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
- Grade12 English
- Grade12 Mathematics
- Grade12 Biology or Grade12 Chemistry or Grade12 Physics
Applicants are required to have a minimum average of 70% in six acceptable Grade 12 U, U/C or M courses including Grade 12 U English, Maths, and Lab Science. The following are considered Lab Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physics with Chemistry and Agricultural Science.
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| Test Scores: | - International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6.5] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 90]
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* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.
