Bachelor of Midwifery Science
The Bachelor of Midwifery Science program at Lira University is a comprehensive undergraduate degree that prepares students for a rewarding career in midwifery. Lira University, located in Lira, Uganda, offers this program to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide quality healthcare services to women during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum periods.
The program provides a holistic approach to midwifery education, combining theoretical knowledge with practical training. Students gain a strong foundation in the basic sciences, anatomy, physiology, and reproductive health. They also learn about antenatal care, labor and delivery management, neonatal care, family planning, and postnatal care.
Lira University emphasizes hands-on experience through clinical rotations and community placements. Students have the opportunity to work alongside experienced midwives in hospitals, clinics, and rural health centers, allowing them to apply their knowledge in real-life situations. This practical exposure helps develop their clinical skills, critical thinking abilities, and professionalism.
The Bachelor of Midwifery Science program at Lira University focuses on the importance of promoting safe and evidence-based practices in midwifery. Students are taught to provide compassionate and culturally sensitive care to women from diverse backgrounds. They also learn about the ethical and legal aspects of midwifery practice, ensuring they adhere to professional standards and regulations.
Throughout the program, students engage in research activities and projects that contribute to the advancement of midwifery knowledge. They learn to critically analyze research findings and apply evidence-based practices in their clinical work. This research component prepares them to be lifelong learners and contributes to the overall improvement of maternal and child healthcare.
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates of the Bachelor of Midwifery Science at Lira University are equipped to work as qualified midwives in various healthcare settings. They can provide essential reproductive health services, promote safe childbirth, and play a crucial role in reducing maternal and neonatal mortality rates
Principal passes in Biology and Chemistry obtained at the same sitting and at least credit in English and
Mathematics at ‘O’ Level
| Code | Title | Credit Units | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1, Semester 1 | |||
| MSL1101 | FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY I | 3 | core |
| MSL1102 | INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SKILLS | 3 | core |
| MSL1103 | HISTOLOGY, GROSS ANATOMY OF THE UPPER AND LOWER LIMBS | 3 | core |
| MSL1104 | GENERAL, BLOOD AND RENAL PHYSIOLOGY | 3 | core |
| MSL1105 | GENERAL BIOCHEMISTRY | 3 | core |
| MSL1106 | INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY | 3 | core |
| MSL1107 | SOCIOLOGY AND MEDICAL ANTHROPOLOGY I | 3 | core |
| MSL1108 | MICROBIOLOGY I: BACTERIOLOGY AND PARASITOLOGY | 4 | core |
| Year 1, Semester 2 | |||
| MSL1201 | ANATOMY OF THE THORAX, ABDOMEN, PELVIS AND PERINEUM | 4 | core |
| MSL1202 | APPLIED PSYCHOLOGY | 3 | core |
| MSL1203 | SOCIOLOGY AND MEDICAL ANTHROPOLOGY II | 3 | core |
| MSL1204 | PHYSIOLOGY: CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM, GASTROINTESTINAL SYSTEM AND RESPIRATORY SYSTEM | 4 | core |
| MSL1205 | FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY II | 3 | core |
| MSL1206 | MICROBIOLOGY II: VIROLOGY, MYCOLOGY AND IMMUNOLOGY | 4 | core |
| MSL1207 | CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY | 3 | core |
| MSL1301 | INTERNSHIP PRACTICE | 5 | core |
| MSL1302 | HIV AND THE COMMUNITY | 5 | core |
| MSL1303 | COMMUNICATION SKILLS, GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING | 3 | core |
| Year 2, Semester 1 | |||
| MSL2101 | PSYCHOPATHOLOGY AND MENTAL HEALTH NURSING | 5 | core |
| MSL2102 | ANATOMY OF THE HEAD AND NECK | 3 | core |
| MSL2103 | ENDOCRINE AND REPRODUCTIVE PHYSIOLOGY | 3 | core |
| MSL2104 | GENERAL PATHOLOGY, HAEMATOLOGY, AND GENETICS | 4 | core |
| MSL2105 | GENERAL, AUTONOMIC AND CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM PHARMACOLOGY | 4 | core |
| MSL2106 | MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING I | 4 | core |
| Year 2, Semester 2 | |||
| MSL2201 | NEUROPHYSIOLOGY | 3 | core |
| MSL2202 | NEURO – ANATOMY | 3 | core |
| MSL2203 | PHARMACOLOGY OF CHEMOTHERAPEUTIC AND AUTACOIDS | 4 | core |
| MSL2204 | SYSTEMIC PATHOLOGY | 4 | core |
| MSL2205 | MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING II; (EMERGENCY & CRITICAL CARE EAR, NOSE & THROAT, OPHTHALMOLOGY, DERMATOLOGY, ONCOLOGY, PALLIATIVE CARE, GERIATRICS, ORTHOPAEDICS) | 5 | core |
| MSL2301 | PRINCIPLES OF EDUCATION, SPECIAL NEEDS EDUCATION AND REHABILITATION. | 5 | core |
| Year 3, Semester 1 | |||
| MSL3101 | SYSTEMIC PHARMACOLOGY | 4 | core |
| MSL3102 | NUTRITION | 4 | core |
| MSL3103 | ANAESTHESIA AND THEATRE TECHNIQUES | 3 | core |
| MSL3104 | EMBRYOLOGY AND OBSTETRIC ANATOMY | 3 | core |
| MSL3105 | NORMAL MIDWIFERY | 5 | core |
| MSL3106 | CLINICAL PRACTICE FOR NORMAL MIDWIFERY | 5 | core |
| Year 3, Semester 2 | |||
| MSL3201 | PRIMARY HEALTH CARE | 3 | core |
| MSL3202 | SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH & RIGHTS | 5 | core |
| MSL3203 | BIOSTATISTICS | 3 | core |
| MSL3204 | EPIDEMIOLOGY | 3 | core |
| MSL3205 | PAEDIATRICS AND CHILD HEALTH | 4 | core |
| MSL3206 | PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS | 3 | core |
| MSL3301 | DOMICILIARY CARE | 5 | core |
| Year 4, Semester 1 | |||
| MSL4101 | ABNORMAL MIDWIFERY | 5 | core |
| MSL4102 | GYNAECOLOGY AND WOMEN`S HEALTH | 4 | core |
| MSL4103 | RESEARCH METHODOLOGY & PROPOSAL WRITING. | 5 | core |
| MSL4104 | CLINICAL PRACTICE FOR ABNORMAL MIDWIFERY. | 5 | core |
| Year 4, Semester 2 | |||
| MSL4201 | EMERGENCY OBSTETRICS AND NEWBORN CARE | 5 | core |
| MSL4202 | RESEARCH REPORT WRITING | 5 | core |
| MSL4203 | ENTREPRENEURSHIP SKILLS | 3 | core |
| MSL4204 | HEALTH SERVICES MANAGEMENT | 3 | core |
Tuition Fees Per Semester
| (UGX for East African Nationals) | (UGX for International Students) |
|---|---|
| 1,545,600 | 3,091,200 |