Quality Improvement in Midwifery Practice
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| MIDW3038 | Midwifery | 3 | 20 | Summer UK |
- Code
- MIDW3038
- School
- Midwifery
- Level
- 3
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Summer UK
Summary
This course considers:
- philosophy underpinning research
- qualitative methodologies and methods
- quantitative methodologies and methods
- mixed methods research
- ethical considerations
- change management theories and quality improvement methodologies
- Project management
- 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% Assessment: Up to 3,000 word written essay to assess knowledge and understanding
Assessed by end of designated period
Educational Aims
To apply research methodologies and methods to propose improvement of an aspect of midwifery practiceLearning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
Critically debate the relationship between midwifery care, evidence-based practice and research
Apply the research process, qualitative and quantitative research philosophies, methodologies and methods to justify quality improvement in midwifery practice
Intellectual Skills
Interrogate literature evidence from a variety of sources
Implement good ethical practice in relation to research studies
Professional Practial Skills
Demonstrate competence in critically appraising health care research
Transferable (key) Skills
Demonstrate competence in utilising information technology to identify key resources