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Stand Alone Module | Midwifery

Midwifery Examination of the Newborn

LEVEL OF STUDY : 3/6 - degree level

This module will prepare midwives to undertake the examination of the newborn as screening for abnormality. It will include theory of the normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology of major systems as well as the clinical components that would enable the midwife to develop her clinical skills. Theory will be covered during study days and clinical practice will be developed during work time in the maternity unit under supervision. Students will be required to demonstrate knowledge of the theory and practice of examination of the newborn and assessment will be both practical and written.

Duration1 semester
DeliveryBlended
Fees fromNo Fee
Start dateTo be confirmed

Stand Alone modules give the applicant an opportunity to:

  • Return to study
  • Update in a new field of practice
  • Further develop knowledge and skills in the current area of practice

On successful completion of the module the participant will be awarded CATs points, which may count towards another award. Students may access a number of Stand Alone modules offered within a variety of nursing programmes. The modules may stipulate that participants must be working in a relevant clinical environment. 

Please note that courses are subject to a minimum registration, so it may not be possible to run all courses each year.

Fees

Commissioned Health TrustNo Fee
Self Funding / Fee Paying - 2023/24£785

Tuition fees and other charges are set by the University and are subject to change.
See details on how to pay your fees here.

Entry Requirements

Candidates must normally hold a professional qualification. Note: some modules require a specific professional qualification. See Selection Criteria for full requirements.

The Programme

  • Outcomes

    This stand alone module is worth 20 points. Where a clinical skills component is included, there may be a requirement for support and supervision of an experienced practitioner within the student’s clinical area.  

  • Delivery

    Module runs over 2 weeks starting Monday, 16 January 2024.

    Second Semester

    Designated dates

    10am - 4pm

  • Selection Criteria

    Applicants must hold at least a Diploma in Higher Education or 120 CAT points at level 2 (diploma level) for entry to Level 3 (degree level) study. Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements should contact the School for advice.

    International Trained Nurses/Midwives: If you hold an international qualification you will need to provide a UK ENIC Statement of Comparability. This should be obtained prior to submitting your application. You can apply for a statement through the ENIC website:  Statement of Comparability (enic.org.uk)    

    Students accessing this stand alone module must work in the relevant clinical area.

    Please note that these courses are not open to international applicants living outside the UK/ROI.

Teaching staff

Clare Hughes - Senior Lecturer

c.h.hughes@qub.ac.uk

Clare Hughes - Senior Lecturer

c.h.hughes@qub.ac.uk


How to apply

We will advertise in June 2024 for September 2024 entry.

For any queries, please email cpadsnam@qub.ac.uk