Department of Maternal and Child Health Nursing
About the Department
The Department of Maternal and Child Health Nursing is one of the academic departments of Niger Delta University. It provides students with a solid grounding in the theory and practice of maternal and child health nursing, combining structured coursework, practical training, and research-based learning.
Through the dedication of its academic staff, the Department continues to produce graduates equipped with the knowledge and skills required to excel in their chosen fields and contribute meaningfully to national development.
Our Mission
The Department of Maternal and Child Health Nursing is committed to providing quality, research-driven education in Maternal and Child Health Nursing that equips students with the knowledge, critical thinking skills, and professional competence required to excel in their careers and contribute meaningfully to national development.
Our Vision
To be a leading centre of excellence in Maternal and Child Health Nursing education and research within Nigeria and beyond, recognised for the quality of its graduates and the impact of its scholarship.
Core Values
Academic Excellence
Integrity & Ethics
Critical Inquiry
Innovation
Community Service
Collaborative Spirit
Academic Programmes
Undergraduate
MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH NURSING
The MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH NURSING programme provides students with a rigorous grounding in the theory and practice of Maternal And Child Health Nursing, combining core coursework with research, seminars, and practical engagement. Graduates emerge with strong analytical, research, and communication skills that are valued across academia, the public sector, and industry.
Entry Requirements
Career Prospects
- Maternal And Child Health Nursing Researcher / Lecturer
- Policy Analyst / Public Service
- Consultant in Maternal And Child Health Nursing-related industry
- Further postgraduate study and research
- Entrepreneurship in Maternal And Child Health Nursing-related ventures
- Non-governmental and international organisations
Academic Staff
Meet the faculty behind Department of Maternal and Child Health Nursing
Research & Publications
Focus areas and recent work from this department's academic staff
Research Focus Areas
Maternal and Child Health Nursing Theory & Foundations
Core theoretical frameworks and foundational scholarship in Maternal and Child Health Nursing.
Applied Maternal and Child Health Nursing
Practical application of Maternal and Child Health Nursing knowledge to real-world problems and industry needs.
Maternal and Child Health Nursing in the Niger Delta Context
Region-specific research addressing the peculiar challenges and opportunities of the Niger Delta.
Maternal and Child Health Nursing Education & Pedagogy
Advancing how Maternal and Child Health Nursing is taught, assessed, and communicated to the next generation of scholars.
Contact Us
Department of Maternal and Child Health Nursing, Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Amassoma, Bayelsa State, Nigeria
+234 800 000 0000