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Master of Midwifery Studies
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Duration1 year full-time or part-time equivalent up to 4 years maximum.1 year full-time.
Mode of deliveryFace to Face, Online
Start datesTrimester 1 (29 Jan 2024), Trimester 2 (13 May 2024), Trimester 3 (26 Aug 2024),
Trimester 1 (29 Jan 2024), Trimester 2 (13 May 2024), Trimester 3 (26 Aug 2024),
Trimester 1 (29 Jan 2024), Trimester 2 (13 May 2024), Trimester 3 (26 Aug 2024),
Trimester 1 (29 Jan 2024), Trimester 2 (13 May 2024), Trimester 3 (26 Aug 2024),
FeesCommonwealth supported places are available.
Find information about indicative course and program fees.AUD 44,145 (indicative annual fee, 2024)
Indicative annual fees are based on a full year full time load (80 units). Find out more about feesAUD 44,145 (indicative annual fee, 2024)
Indicative annual fees are based on a full year full time load (80 units). Find out more about fees
Find information about indicative course and program fees.AUD 44,145 (indicative annual fee, 2024)
Indicative annual fees are based on a full year full time load (80 units). Find out more about feesAUD 44,145 (indicative annual fee, 2024)
Indicative annual fees are based on a full year full time load (80 units). Find out more about fees
Program Code40143
Study Midwifery
The University of Newcastle's Master of Midwifery Studies (MMS) is designed to develop an in-depth understanding of contemporary midwifery theories and practice which will enable you to demonstrate leadership within the midwifery profession and contemporary maternity services. Extending your midwifery education in this way will place you in an optimum position to positively influence future midwifery practice and maternity services provision.
Why study with us?
- Enhance your midwifery professional practice – registered midwives looking to enhance their careers will have the opportunity to choose one of four areas to study or choose a pathway that suits the individual.
- Be part of a unique cohort – The University of Newcastle is one of the few universities in Australia that offers a Masters coursework qualification for midwives.
- Enhance your contemporary midwifery knowledge – the program is co-designed by research inspired midwifery academics and industry partners.
- Make your next move. Develop contemporary knowledge and skills to provide contemporary midwifery care to women and babies.
- Flexible study options – you can choose to study full-time or part-time to suit your professional and personal needs. Our advanced online learning system gives you the flexibility and support to study anytime.
- Save up to 70% with a commonwealth-supported place.
Webinar: Master of Midwifery Studies Q&A
Date: 24th July, 2024
World top 38
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median weekly income for Midwives before tax
96.4% employed
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within four months of graduating
What you will study
Grounded in the provision of woman-centred, primary midwifery care, the University of Newcastle Master of Midwifery Studies combines contemporary theories encompassing a holistic view of midwifery, including the social, emotional, cultural and psychophysiological factors which influence health and wellbeing.
Key study areas include:
- Clinical Education
- Research
- Leadership and Management
- Primary Midwifery Care
To help you achieve your career objectives, you will also have the opportunity to focus your learning by choosing to specialise in any one of the following four specialist areas:
- Midwifery primary care - focuses on providing comprehensive woman-centred, midwifery primary care to childbearing women and their babies.
- Clinical education - focuses on learning the knowledge and skills to support and teach midwifery students and assist in the development, design, implementation and evaluation of midwifery education and professional development programs of maternity staff.
- Research - focuses on conducting research into all aspects of midwifery care, professional issues affecting midwives and midwifery, maternity service provision and translation of health research knowledge into midwifery practice and health policy.
- Leadership and management - focuses on the effective management of staffing, policy and financial resources and leading the coordination and delivery of care in a maternity ward, department or in community settings.
Career
Career opportunities
Upon completion, you will have developed a solid foundation in contemporary maternity healthcare frameworks, midwifery care and contexts of practice for Indigenous and Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) women. By specialising your midwifery qualifications, you will have the knowledge and qualifications to open doorways to roles in midwifery primary care and group practice models, clinical education, midwifery management, research and academia, or clinical midwifery specialist and consultant roles.
Prospective career paths may include:
- Midwifery Primary Care
- Midwifery Clinical Educator
- Midwifery Manager / Unit Manager
- Midwifery Researcher
- Clinical Midwife Specialist / Consultant
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Application info
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Important: All applicants must provide a copy practicing certificate with an authorised midwifery registration authority.
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Applications to study are now open. Submit your application now.
Important: All applicants must provide a copy practicing certificate with an authorised midwifery registration authority.
Apply to study online
This program is open to online international students. Applications to study online are now open.
Before you get started
To ensure that the process goes smoothly for you, you should complete the following steps before applying:
- Review the program that you wish to apply for. Note the admission criteria, admission instructions, requirements & structure and any additional information listed.
- Review the program fees and costs.
- Check whether your postgraduate program has a Semester or a Trimester closing date. Please view the application closing date.
- If you are from a non-English-speaking background, you need to satisfy the University's English language requirements and ensure that you can provide evidence of your English proficiency if required.
You will be considered for entry based on criteria such as your undergraduate studies and/or equivalent prior learning and/or relevant work experience.
Other things to consider
Make sure you double check the special entry requirements, assumed knowledge or recommended studies for the degree:
Domestic Applicants
Applicants must be a Midwife holding current registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
International ApplicantsApplicants must be a Midwife or a Registered Nurse working in a maternity environment in their own country, with a minimum of one year's experience as documented in a professional curriculum vitae.
AllApplicants must be a Midwife or a Registered Nurse working in a maternity environment in their own country.
All applicants require a minimum of one year's full time (or part time equivalent) experience in a maternity setting post-registration.
Work experience can be identified through: a detailed Curriculum Vitae, and a statement of service OR signed letters from employers confirming role, duties and period of employment.
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