Course Level

Bachelor Degree (Pass)

CRICOS

097835K

Bachelor of Science (Nursing)/Bachelor of Science (Midwifery)

Thinking about a career in nursing? Want to support women during their pregnancy journey? This dual degree is unique to ECU in Western Australia. It prepares you for entry-level practice as both a registered midwife and a registered nurse. And it seriously widens your career options.

Campus
Duration
Fees
ATAR

Joondalup

Full-time - 4 years

Part-time - 8 years

N/A
75

South West

Full-time - 4 years

Part-time - 8 years

N/A
75

Structure

Total Credit Points 480

Subjects

  • Nursing and Midwifery in the Australian Healthcare Context
  • Communication for Nurses and Midwives
  • Dimensions of Healthy Childbearing
  • Older Adult Health
  • Principles of Midwifery and Woman-Centred Care
  • Introduction to Midwifery Practice 1
  • Chronic Conditions and Supportive Care
  • Mental Health and Wellbeing in Clinical Practice
  • Midwifery Practice 2: Pregnancy Care
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples' Health and Wellness
  • Midwifery Practice 3: Intrapartum Midwifery Care
  • Care of the Birthing Woman
  • Children and Young People's Health and Wellbeing
  • Midwifery Practice 4: Postnatal Care
  • Postnatal Care of Women and their Families
  • Legal and Ethical Practice in Nursing and Midwifery
  • Transition to Registered Practice
  • Interprofessional Practice in Health Care
  • Midwifery Practice 5: Supporting the Newborn
  • Clinical Reasoning and Research in Practice
  • Applied Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Midwifery
  • Midwifery Practice 6: Maternity Emergencies
  • Primary Health Care in Nursing and Midwifery Practice
  • Leadership, Governance and Organisational Culture in Health Care
  • Midwifery Practice 7: Consolidating Midwifery Care

Entry requirements

  • AQF Diploma or equivalent
  • Undergraduate Certificate
  • Successfully completed 0.5 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent)
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test
  • University Preparation Course
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course or
  • Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment.