Midwifery Trinity College Dublin

Overview

The Midwifery programme at Trinity College Dublin offers a comprehensive professional education designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in maternity care. This four-year degree focuses on the midwife's role as a vital supporter of women during one of the most significant periods of their lives. Students learn to promote healthy childbirth while facilitating informed choices and providing continuity of care for both mothers and their infants.

The curriculum is built upon core professional concepts including woman-centred care, respect for individual dignity, and evidence-based practice. By viewing childbirth as a normal life event, the programme empowers students to build trusting partnerships with families.

Why Midwifery at Trinity College Dublin?

The School of Nursing and Midwifery at Trinity College Dublin holds a prestigious global reputation, currently ranked first in Ireland and 20th worldwide. Students benefit from being taught by leading academics at the forefront of the profession. The programme is delivered in partnership with renowned maternity care providers, including The Coombe Hospital and The Rotunda Hospital, ensuring high-quality clinical placements.

Facilities are spread across the dedicated School building on D’Olier Street and the Trinity Centre for Health Sciences at St. James’s Hospital. Beyond local excellence, the university offers exciting international opportunities. Students may apply for Erasmus exchanges with partners in Malta, Denmark, and the Netherlands, or participate in summer volunteering and scholarship programmes in Africa, Hong Kong, and the United States.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: EUR 22580 per year
• European fee: EUR 3181 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The programme integrates theoretical learning with clinical practice from the first year. The final year features a dedicated 36-week internship to solidify professional competencies. Modules may include:

• Midwifery Practice
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Professional, Personal, Ethical and Legal Issues
• Biological Sciences
• Psychology
• Pharmacology
• Social Theory for Midwifery Practice
• Research
• Health Promotion

Careers with Midwifery

Graduates of this programme are eligible to apply for registration with the Midwives Division of the Register of Nurses and Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI). This qualification provides a robust foundation for immediate employment within the Irish health service or international healthcare settings.

Beyond clinical practice, the degree facilitates various career advancement opportunities in specialist maternity care, community midwifery, and neonatal units. Graduates are also well-prepared to pursue further health-related studies or postgraduate research. The skills acquired, including high-dependency care and clinical leadership, ensure high employability across diverse healthcare environments.