The MPhil Midwifery Programme at KAAF University is designed to develop advanced midwifery scholars, leaders, and practitioners with strong analytical, research, and critical inquiry competencies. The programme prepares graduates to influence maternal, neonatal, and reproductive health practice, education, and policy at local, national, and global levels.
It equips midwives with the expertise required to function as researchers, educators, advanced practitioners, and policy contributors capable of generating, interpreting, and applying evidence to improve health outcomes and strengthen midwifery practice within healthcare systems.
Purpose and Vision of the Programme
The programme aims to:
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Build advanced knowledge in midwifery, maternal health, neonatal care, and reproductive health.
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Strengthen research competence for evidence generation, analysis, and application.
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Develop critical inquiry skills to evaluate and improve midwifery practice and health systems.
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Prepare graduates to take leadership roles in education, clinical practice, policy development, and strategic planning.
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Enhance the capacity of midwives to contribute to maternal and newborn health outcomes, professional standards, and health sector decision‑making.
Graduate Preparedness
Upon completion, graduates will be able to:
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Function as midwife researchers, conducting high‑quality studies that inform practice and policy.
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Serve as midwifery educators, strengthening teaching, curriculum development, and academic leadership.
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Operate as advanced practitioners, applying evidence‑based interventions to improve maternal and neonatal care.
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Contribute to policy formulation, strategic planning, and health system strengthening.
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Lead initiatives that promote safe motherhood, reproductive health, and quality midwifery services.
