Adelaide University

Course Level

Master Degree (By Coursework)

CRICOS

115932M

Related Careers

Midwife

Master of Midwifery (Graduate Entry)

The Master of Midwifery (Graduate Entry) at Adelaide University is designed to extend your nursing or healthcare expertise into the field of midwifery. Building upon your existing knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pharmaceutical science, you'll develop specialised midwifery skills and knowledge through a woman-centred continuous care approach. You'll develop essential skills in research, communication and leadership which will enhance your professional practice. You'll learn to facilitate birth as a normal life event while supporting and enhancing the birthing experience for mother, baby and family. Topics of reproductive health, lactation support, cultural awareness and perinatal mental health will also be explored during your study. You'll learn to confidently support women through complex pregnancy and birth and be equipped with the knowledge to provide care to both typical newborn infants and those with complex needs. You'll have the opportunity to learn through both simulated and real-life professional practice experiences to ensure you graduate ready to work as a midwife.

Campus	Duration	Fees	ATAR
Adelaide City Campus	Full-time - 2 years	N/A	N/A

Structure

96 units

Subjects

Evidence Based Midwifery and Research MIDW5000
Preparation for Midwifery Practice MIDW5001
Care of the Neonate MIDW5002
Aboriginal Health and Wellness NURS5025
Midwifery Care of the Woman with Complex Needs MIDW6000
Assessment, Diagnostics and Pharmacotherapeutics for Midwives NURS6102
Concepts of Leadership and Management in Health NURS6000
Perinatal Mental Health for Midwives NURS6101

Entry requirements

To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved the following minimum entry requirement and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.
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A completed bachelor degree (AQF level 7) or higher in a health-related field from a recognised higher education institution.
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A completed bachelor degree (AQF level 7) or higher in a non-health field from a recognised higher education institution, plus the equivalent of 12 units (0.250 EFTSL) of dedicated Human Anatomy and Physiology undertaken at AQF Level 7 (bachelor degree level) or higher.