Applying Research Skills to Midwifery Practice
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| MIDW3034 | Midwifery | 3 | 20 | Spring UK |
- Code
- MIDW3034
- School
- Midwifery
- Level
- 3
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Spring UK
Summary
This course considers:
- Importance of midwifery research
- Application of the research process to midwifery practice
- Advanced literature searching
- Research philosophies, methodologies and methods
- Research ethics
- Critical appraisal of research evidence
- Introduction to change management and quality improvement
- Dissemination of research findings and publication writing.
Target Students
Pre-registration student midwives
Classes
200 hours of learning delivered by a variety of methods, including self-directed study
Assessment
- 100% Assignment: Up to 3,000 word written essay to assess knowledge and understanding
Assessed by end of designated period
Educational Aims
To apply knowledge and understanding of the research process to evidence- based midwifery practiceLearning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
Examine the relationship between midwifery care, evidence-based practice and research
Apply the research process, qualitative and quantitative research methodologies and methods to improve midwifery practice
Intellectual Skills
Identify and analyse appropriate evidence from a variety of sources
Debate good ethical practice in relation to research studies
Professional Practical Skills
Demonstrate competence in critically appraising health care research
Transferable Skills
Demonstrate competence in utilising information technology to identify key resources