Master in Advanced Practice (Midwifery)

For Master in Advanced Practice (Midwifery), the deadline to apply for the Sep 2027 intake is Jul 1, 2027, while tuition is EU: EUR6,000 per year / Non-EU: EUR6,000 per year.

The Master in Advanced Practice (Midwifery) at the University of Limerick is a 2-year program for registered midwives who want to develop their knowledge and critical thinking skills to provide advanced clinical midwifery practice. This program helps students enhance care and improve clinical outcomes for women and their babies. The program leads to registration as an Advanced Midwife Practitioner and Registered Midwife Prescriber.

The curriculum includes modules such as Health Research Methods and Methodology, Leadership, Quality Improvement and Governance, and Advanced Practice Decision Making for Health Professionals. Students also learn about Professional, Ethical, Legal and Interprofessional Dimensions to Nurse/Midwife Prescribing and Advanced Health Assessment. The program integrates theory and practice throughout, with clinical practicum and dissertation components.

Graduates of this program can work as Advanced Midwife Practitioners, Registered Midwife Prescribers, Senior Midwives, or Clinical Midwifery Specialists in hospitals, healthcare organizations, or community settings. They can also work in education and research roles, or as leaders in midwifery services.

The University of Limerick, founded in 1972 and located on a scenic riverside campus in Limerick, Ireland, is known for combining high quality teaching with strong industry engagement. With about 16,300 students including some 2,700 international learners, the university offers a broad portfolio of programs across arts, business, engineering, science, health and education. Its compact campus and emphasis on experiential learning create a supportive environment for academic and personal development.

Students benefit from practice-oriented study, extensive placement options and partnerships with local and international employers that help translate classroom learning into real-world skills. The university’s 151 programs provide flexible pathways at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, while research activity and innovation hubs support entrepreneurship and graduate employability. Campus life balances academic support with opportunities for clubs, sport and cultural engagement.

International students find dedicated services for admissions, visas, accommodation and integration, plus strong career support through co-op placements and industry links. Limerick’s location offers the advantages of a lively regional city with good transport to major Irish centres. Graduates typically pursue careers in industry, research or professional practice, benefitting from the university’s practical focus and global outlook.