The MSc in Advanced Practice Midwifery is a two-year programme to prepare advanced practice midwives who will develop innovative, practical solutions to complex health problems from a scientific perspective.
Upon graduation, it is expected that graduates will become leaders with decision-making skills in the areas of advanced clinical practice and midwifery education. As advanced midwifery practitioners, they will be able to provide care in an independent capacity in a number of settings for various patients’ populations. The Programme will also provide midwives, the necessary skills to conduct research that will contribute to the body of knowledge defining the discipline of midwifery.
The programme offers need-based financial assistance.
Admissions have closed for 2025 admission cycle. The last date for submission of applications was April 4, 2025.
Following is the eligibility criteria applicable for 2025:
Relevant academic bachelor’s degree holders:
Upper second-class honours or a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.00 on a scale of 4.00. OR
Lower second-class honours or a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.50 on a scale of 4.00 with additional relevant training, evidence of research capability through either research, paper presentations or peer reviewed publications and relevant working experience.
Must be registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) and holding a current practice license.
Must have a minimum of two (2) years of practice experience post undergraduate programme.
Admission Information 2025
Fee Structure
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School of Nursing and MidwiferyThe Aga Khan University 3rd Parklands off Limuru Road P. O. Box 39340-00623 Nairobi, Kenya
Email: sonam.ke@aku.edu, admissions.ke@aku.eduTel: +254 782 639 784, +254 733 788 119
