助产科学学士学位课程为四年制学位课程，与美国西部卫生服务主管（HSE）合作提供。该计划包括理论和临床模块。理论内容旨在为学生提供必要的知识，以支持其专业实践。它包括讲座，研讨会，讲习班，体验式学习，技能培训和阅读时间。临床模块在实践环境中进行。该计划完成后，学生有资格向监管机构An Bord Altranais申请助产士注册。
The Bachelor of Midwifery Science is an internationally recognised four-year degree programme during which students learn the art and science of midwifery. Delivered by University of Galway in partnership with the Saolta University Health Care Group, it combines academic learning with clinical placements. Graduates are eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI). The Bachelor of Midwifery Science at University of Galway is an internationally recognised four-year degree that prepares you to become a confident, compassionate, and highly skilled midwife. You’ll learn the art and science of midwifery through a blend of academic study and hands-on clinical experience—guided by expert lecturers and supported by experienced midwifery professionals across hospital and community settings.Throughout the course, you’ll gain a strong foundation in midwifery—balancing theory with real-world practice:Acquire the knowledge, professional values and discipline-specific competencies to deliver safe, high-quality, ethical, legal and accountable midwifery care across the life spectrum and in diverse healthcare settings.Demonstrate clinical skills and professional behaviours underpinned by the NMBI Code of Professional Conduct and Ethics for Registered Nurses and Registered Midwives.Practise as a competent midwife to assess, plan, deliver and evaluate care based on a comprehensive and systematic assessment of health and maternity needs in consultation with the person receiving care, their family, and the multidisciplinary team.Apply theoretical principles to midwifery practice using professional judgement, critical reasoning, problem-solving and reflection informed by evidence from midwifery and the applied life, health and social sciences.Deliver person-centred, high-quality and safe midwifery care based on a collaborative relationship that respects dignity, autonomy, and the right to make health and life choices.