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Alexandra Birch is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department for Nursing & Midwifery at Staffordshire University. Previously, she served as a Senior Lecturer at the University of Wolverhampton's Institute of Health. A registered midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, she holds an honorary clinical midwife contract and combines academic work with governance roles in education institutions.
- BSc Midwifery (Honours) – First Class
- Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health
- MSc Leadership and Service Improvement – Merit
- Current Doctorate in Business Administration (studying)
Her research focuses on leadership in maternity services, quality improvement, and clinical governance. She has contributed to midwifery education through publications like the 2021 article on ankyloglossia management in the British Journal of Midwifery. Her work emphasizes linking theory to practice for healthcare professional development.
She has received recognition through professional memberships and awards, including:
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
- Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2025 for Facilities
- The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023 Research Impact rating
- Research Excellence Framework 2021
Alexandra's career spans leadership roles in the NHS, including service management in maternity, palliative care, and commissioning, positioning her to mentor future healthcare professionals effectively.
