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Optimising Breastfeeding* PgCert at Bangor University

Bangor University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The PGCert Optimising Breastfeeding is a part-time programme for qualified midwives and other healthcare professionals, examining how to optimise the childbirth experience of women and families with a focus on breastfeeding and human lactation. Graduates can analyse and evaluate maternity care provision and identify areas for development.

Department: School of Healthcare Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year part-time  |  Intake: September  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Location: Bangor, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules are Optimising Childbirth, Optimising Breastfeeding and one other module from the MSc Midwifery Studies. Assessment uses written examinations, OSCEs, competencies and an applied assignment.

Career pathways

The programme equips midwives for senior roles such as consultant midwife and practice development and leadership roles, and can lead to the MSc Midwifery Studies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Registration as a midwife or another relevant healthcare qualification in the applicant's home country with a degree classification of 2(ii) or higher; a suitable qualification plus work experience may be considered. Admissions are on a rolling basis and applications are made through Bangor's online application system. Not open to overseas applicants as the course is part-time.

Intake: September 2026

Duration: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://www.bangor.ac.uk/study/apply

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