The Bachelor of Science in Midwifery at INES-Ruhengeri is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to provide high-quality maternal and newborn care. Developed under the 4X4 Health Workforce Reform initiative, the program aligns with national and global standards for midwifery education, focusing on evidence-based practices, critical thinking, and ethical care.

Through a combination of theoretical learning, practical training in modern clinical facilities, and community-based healthcare experience, students are prepared to address the diverse needs of mothers, newborns, and families. The curriculum emphasizes maternal health, neonatal care, reproductive health, and the promotion of safe delivery practices.

Year 1

No	Module Title	No of credits	Semester
1	English French for General Purpose	-	1
2	Introduction to Research and Academic Writing Skills	10
3	Fundamentals of Information technology and computer skills	10
4	Human Anatomy and Physiology	10
5	Fundamentals of Biomedical sciences	10
6	Behavioral sciences	10
7	Professional Ethics and Legal Aspects of Nursing	10
8	General Pharmacology	5
1	Fundamentals of Nursing	10	2
2	Citizenship and Transformative Education	10
3	Entrepreneurship and innovation	10
4	Human Nutrition and dietetics	10
5	Clinical placement I	30

Year 2

No	Module Title	No of credits	Semester
1	English for Specific Purpose	-	1
2	Community health nursing	10
3	Health Assessment	10
4	Medical Surgical Nursing	10
1	Pharmacology for Midwives	10	2
2	Clinical placement II	30

Year 3

No	Module Title	No of credits	Semester
1	Pathophysiology	15	1
2	Midwifery Sciences II	20
3	Clinical Placement IV	30
1	Community Midwifery	10	2
2	Mental Health nursing	10
3	Health services management	10
4	Clinical Placement V	35

Year 4

No	Module Title	No of credits	Semester
1	Health Measurements and Research in Midwifery	10	1
2	Advanced Newborn Health Care	15
3	Women’s Health	15
4	Clinical placement VI	30
1	Teaching Methodology	10	2
2	Mentorship and Entrepreneurship in Health	10
3	Clinical Placement VII (Including Teaching Practicum)	30
4	Research project	20

Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Midwifery program at INES-Ruhengeri are equipped to pursue a variety of rewarding career paths in maternal and neonatal healthcare. They possess the necessary skills to provide professional midwifery care, promote safe childbirth, and address the health needs of women, newborns, and families in diverse healthcare settings.

Career Opportunities:

1. Clinical Midwife – Work in hospitals, maternity wards, and health centers to provide prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum care.
2. Community Health Midwife – Engage in outreach programs to deliver maternal and newborn care services in rural or underserved communities.
3. Reproductive Health Specialist – Contribute to reproductive health programs focusing on family planning, maternal health, and wellness.
4. Neonatal Care Specialist – Work in neonatal intensive care units to provide critical care for newborns.
5. Maternal Health Advocate – Collaborate with NGOs or government agencies to promote policies and initiatives that improve maternal and newborn health.
6. Researcher – Conduct research in maternal and neonatal health to improve midwifery practices and outcomes.