The Bachelor of Science in Midwifery at the University of Limerick is designed for compassionate individuals eager to provide essential, caring support to women and their communities during the transformative experience of childbirth. If you possess strong observation and communication skills, enjoy applying theoretical knowledge in practical settings, and are ready to embrace the responsibilities of skilled midwifery care, this undergraduate degree is tailored for you. You will explore foundational concepts in health promotion, biological sciences, and psychology, preparing you for a rewarding career at the heart of maternal and infant well-being.
This full-time, on-campus programme is studied over four years, integrating extensive practice placements with academic learning. You will gain hands-on experience through progressively challenging midwifery practice placements, applying your knowledge of pregnancy care, childbirth, postnatal support, and obstetric complications. The curriculum also covers crucial areas like law and ethics, pharmacology, and research methods, ensuring you develop a holistic understanding of midwifery. You will graduate with the confidence and competence to provide safe, effective, and woman-centred midwifery care, ready to pursue a professional career in this vital healthcare field.