The Bachelor of Midwifery Science course at National University of Ireland, Galway is a four-year degree programme provided in partnership with the Health Service Executive (HSE) West. The programme consists of theoretical and clinical modules.
Midwifery Science, B.Sc.
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- 48 monthsDuration
- UnknownTuition Fee23750 EUR/yearTuition Fee7330 EUR/yearTuition Fee
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Overview
The theoretical content at Midwifery Science offered by National University of Ireland, Galway aims to provide students with the knowledge necessary to underpin their professional practice. It comprises lectures, seminars, workshops, experiential learning, skills training and reading time. Clinical modules are undertaken in the practice setting. Following completion of the programme, students are eligible to apply to register as a midwife with An Bord Altranais, the regulatory body.
Career Opportunities
There are many career opportunities for midwives both in Ireland and abroad, including in the hospital and community settings.
Clinical placements are undertaken in the HSE West: in University Hospital Galway, Mayo General Hospital, Castlebar, and Portiuncula Hospital, Ballinasloe. Placements also take place in community and mental healthcare settings in the HSE West area. While on clinical placements, students will be supervised by a midwife who has been specially prepared to guide and direct student learning and act as a preceptor to the student. Students who are required to travel to distant placements may apply to the HSE West for support in meeting travel and accommodation costs.
Detailed Programme Facts
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- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 48 months
- Credits 240 ECTS
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
Programme Structure
Courses include
- Clinical and Theory Instructions
- Biological Sciences
- Social Sciences
- Midwifery Skills
- Midwifery Studies
- Health Promotion
English Language Requirements
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Minimum required score:
88The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120.
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Minimum required score:
6.5The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.
General Requirements
Minimum Grade H5 in two subjects and passes in four other subjects at O6/H7 level in the Leaving Certificate, including Irish, English, Mathematics, a laboratory science subject (i.e. Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint) or Agricultural Science), and any two other subjects recognised for entry purposes.
All successful applicants who are offered places on the degree programme will be required to have medical screening and Garda vetting: this will include medical assessment, screening and, if necessary, vaccination prior to the first clinical placement, in accordance with the policies of NUI Galway and the Saolta University Health Care Group.
Tuition Fee
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International Applies to you
23750 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 23750 EUR per year and a duration of 48 months. -
EU/EEA Applies to you
7330 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 7330 EUR per year and a duration of 48 months.
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Living costs for Galway
- 800 - 1100 EUR/monthLiving Costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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