Content will include -

Introduction to writing at level 5

Library session on finding research and effective search techniques

What is research and why it is important to midwifery

Evidence-based midwifery practice

Qualitative research design

Quantitative research designs

What do consider when conducting Critique of literature

Critical analysis tools

Ethics

Risk assessment process

Hierarchy of evidence debate.

Research process

Research within the NHS

Importance of evidence-based practice

Critical incident reporting and lessons learned

Peer Review

Summative Assessment:

2,000-word critique of a journal article of a midwifery topic to meet LO1, LO2 and LO3. This will need to be completed on a proforma provided.



You will be given four journal articles, of which you will need to select one to critique.



The assessment must be passed at a minimum of 40%.



Formative Assessment:

You will be given the opportunity to submit an essay plan of no more than 500 words – this could be a partially completed proforma. This will be used as a basis of discussion in a 15-minute tutorial with a member of the module team.

Clinical practice

Online Platform learning

Tutorials

Problem-based learning¿

Interprofessional learning

Debate

Peer Learning¿¿

Flipped Classroom¿¿ ¿

Lectures¿¿

Directed learning

Assessment Preparation¿¿

Group work¿

Group tutorials and discussions

Formative advice and feedback

1. Apply evidence-based practice and clinical guidelines to evaluate the delivery of high-quality, safe, and effective midwifery care.

Application

Knowledge


2. Demonstrate ethical reasoning and decision-making in complex maternity care situations, advocating for women's autonomy, privacy, and dignity.

Communication

Problem solving


3. Critically analyse the importance of midwives' contribution to the knowledge base for practice and policy through research, audit, and service evaluation.

Analysis

Enquiry

Baillie, L. and Black, S. (2014) Professional Values in Nursing. 1st edn. Oxford: Taylor & Francis Group. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1201/b17237.



Baillie, L. and Maxwell, E. (2017) Improving Healthcare: A Handbook for Practitioners. 1st edition. Oxford: Routledge. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1201/9781315151823.



Baston, H. (2021) Midwifery: The Basics. 1st edn. Oxford: Routledge. Available at: https://doi.org/10.4324/9780429052750.

Bassot, B. (2023) The Reflective Practice Guide: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Critical Reflection. Second edition. Oxford: Taylor & Francis Group.



Belasen, A.T. (2022) Resilience in healthcare leadership¿: practical strategies and self-assessment tools for identifying strengths and weaknesses. New York, New York¿; Routledge.



Clarke, E. (2013) Law and ethics for midwifery. London: Routledge.



Johns, C. (2022) Becoming a Reflective Practitioner. Sixth edition. Wiley-Blackwell.



Lindsay, P.C.B. (2018) Midwifery skills at a glance. 1st edn. Newark: Wiley.



Mayes, M., Macdonald, S. and Johnson, G. (2017) Midwifery. 15th ed. Edinburgh: Elsevier – Chapter One



Medforth, J. (2017) Oxford handbook of midwifery. 3rd ed. Oxford: Oxford University Press.



Myles, M.F. (2014) Myles textbook for midwives. Sixteenth edition / edited by Jayne E. Marshall, PhD, MA, PGCEA, ADM, RM, RGN, and and Maureen D. Raynor, MA, PGCEA, ADM, RMN, RN, RM. Edited by J.E. Marshall and M.D. Raynor – Chapter One



Nursing and Midwifery Council (2018) The Code. London: NMC (Available at https://www.nmc.org.uk/globalassets/sitedocuments/nmc-publications/nmc-code.pdf)



Nursing and Midwifery Council (2019) Standards of proficiency for midwives. London: NMC (Available at https://www.nmc.org.uk/globalassets/sitedocuments/standards/2024/standards-of-proficiency-for-midwives.pdf)



Nursing and Midwifery Council (2023) Standards for Student Supervision and Assessment, London, NMC (Available at) https://www.nmc.org.uk/globalassets/sitedocuments/standards/2024/standards-for-student-supervision-and-assessment.pdf



Power, A. and Ridge, J. (2017) 'What does studying research methods have to do with practice? Views of student midwives and nurses', British journal of midwifery, 25(1), pp. 59-61 Available at: https://doi.org/10.12968/bjom.2017.25.1.59.



Pope, C. and Mays, N. (2006) Qualitative research in health care. 3rd ed. Oxford: BMJ.



Rees, C. (2015) Rapid research methods for nurses, midwives and health professionals. 1st edn. Hoboken: WILEY.

Rees, C. (2012) An introduction to research for midwives. 3rd edn. Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone/Elsevier.

Steen, M. and Roberts, T. (2011) The Handbook of Midwifery Research. 1st edn. Newark: John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated

Tiran, D. (2012) Baillie`re’s midwives’ dictionary. 12th ed. Edinburgh: Baillie`re Tindall Elsevier.



Wallbank, S. (2016) The restorative resilience model of supervision, Hove, Pavillion

Practice Placement Handbook

BFI Workbook

Technology supported learning

Online learning

Blackboard VLE®

eLearning for Health

Library

Policy and Guidance

Service User and Carers

Must be enrolled on Bachelor of Midwifery (Hons) and achieve the University regulation and compliance requirements for progression to Level 5.

This module builds on ‘Promoting Excellence as a Colleague, Scholar and Leader 1’ focusing on developing your understanding in the crucial role of midwives in ensuring quality and safety in maternity care. You will develop your skills in promoting positive outcomes and experiences while actively contributing to effective team dynamics and quality improvement efforts. Through exploration and reflection, you will identify your developing personal strengths and learn to support others, including students and colleagues. Additionally, you will explore more advanced professional development activities and gain insight into the diverse career pathways within midwifery, spanning practice, education, research, management, leadership, and policy realms.