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Kimberley Morris is a Senior Lecturer in Midwifery and Programme Leader for the undergraduate midwifery programme at the University of Northampton, Faculty of Health, Education and Society. She is a full-time academic with a Higher Education Academy Fellowship, actively contributing to midwifery education and research. Her work bridges clinical practice and academic training, with a focus on student development and ethical maternal care.
Kimberley holds the following educational qualifications:
- BSc (Hons) in Midwifery, First Class, Anglia Ruskin University
- MSc in Advanced Midwifery Practice
- Currently pursuing PhD in student midwives' experiences of research pedagogy
Her research interests are deeply rooted in midwifery education and clinical ethics. She explores how student midwives engage with research during training and how they navigate complex birthing situations that fall outside standard guidelines. Her work emphasizes experiential learning, ethical decision-making, and patient-centered care, particularly in high-stakes contexts such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
Her recent publications reveal a consistent focus on qualitative inquiry into student and maternal experiences. Themes include adherence to clinical protocols, informed consent, and the integration of research into undergraduate curricula. These works reflect a broader commitment to improving midwifery education through reflective, evidence-based practice.
Her scientific recognition includes:
- Dean's Award for academic excellence
Kimberley leads the research module (MID2036) at level 5 and serves as programme leader for the undergraduate midwifery degree. She has been instrumental in shaping curriculum development in midwifery research pedagogy. While no specific grants are listed, her prior role involved managing NIHR studies, indicating experience with competitive research funding. She is currently engaged in doctoral research, further establishing her scholarly trajectory.
There is no public information about labs or research teams she leads, though her work appears to be conducted within the university’s midwifery academic framework and in collaboration with clinical trusts.
