Program summary

Program title: Master of Midwifery
Award abbreviation: MMid
Degree type: coursework
Mode of study: on campus (blended)
Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time, depending on semester of entry
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2. International students can only commence in Semester 2 for a full-time study load.
Fee type 2011: Commonwealth supported places, postgraduate coursework places, international fee-paying places
Total courses: 8
USC program code: SC721
CRICOS code: 059558G

Highlights

• Qualify for endorsement as a midwife
• Gain extensive clinical experience
• Work in maternity care settings across the Sunshine and Fraser coasts

Work as a trained professional in maternity care settings.

The Master of Midwifery program gives you the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skill and aptitude necessary for entry to midwifery practice. Clinical experience will be provided in maternity care settings across the Sunshine Coast and Gympie, giving you the opportunity to gain experience in public, private and rural maternity services.

Develop a solid foundation in maternal, fetal and neonatal anatomy and physiology, as well as clinical diagnostic approaches, pharmacology and pharmacokinetics. Focus on contemporary approaches to infant care, and gain an appreciation of sector trends, including the impact of technology on the health and wellbeing of the baby and family.

Examine the social, psychological, emotion, spiritual and cultural factors that influence health and wellbeing during the childbearing years; and investigate perinatal health issues affecting Indigenous Australians. Enhance your understanding of the social context within which families develop, and consider the social, political and cultural factors shaping women’s health and maternity care. Explore the concept of risk and risk management strategies, and discuss complex issues in midwifery and maternity care.

The program is offered in blended mode with integration of extensive clinical experience. To maximise learning opportunities, simulation learning and case-based learning are used. Graduates demonstrate the ANMC National Competency Standards for the Midwife and are eligible to apply for endorsement as a midwife with the Queensland Nursing Council.

For entry as a pre-endorsement student, you must be a registered nurse with a current license to practice nursing in Queensland. To gain entry as a post-endorsement student, you must have a current license to practice midwifery in Queensland. Post-endorsement students may be eligible for advanced standing for prior study, but must complete a minimum of three courses (36 units).

International students must have an IELTS score of 7.0 and be eligible for registration as a nurse in Queensland.

Professional recognition

Graduates will be eligible to apply for endorsement as a midwife with the Australian College of Midwives and Queensland Nursing Council.

Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) - Registration

For professional registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), graduates are required to demonstrate English language skills at IELTS level 7 or equivalent. Test results from relevant examinations will generally need to be obtained within two years prior to applying for registration. For current information about AHPRA registration go to http://www.ahpra.gov.au

Study Plan

This Study Plan is valid from Study Period 1, 2011.

For students who commenced study in this program prior to Study Period 1,2011:

• Find the Student Handbook for the semester in which you commenced.
• Select the program in which you are enrolled.
• Either scroll down to the Program Structure, or select the Recommended Enrolment Pattern link.

Program requirements and notes

• Students are required to complete 8 courses as listed below.
• Evidence of Hepatitis B vaccination is required.
• Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including, for example, essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests, and examinations.
• Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
• International students can only commence in Semester 2 for a full-time study load.
• International students must have an IELTS score of7.0 and be eligible for registration as a nurse in Queensland.

Pre-endorsement students

• Students must be registered nurses with a current license to practice nursing inQueensland.

Post-endorsement students

• Post-endorsementstudents must have a current license to practice midwifery in Queensland.
• Post-endorsementstudents may be eligible for advanced standing for prior study, but mustcomplete a minimum of 3 courses (36 units).

Program structure

• Pre-endorsement students
• Post-endorsement students

Pre-endorsement students

Required courses: (8)

TOTAL UNITS 96

Post-endorsement students

Required courses: (1)

Elective courses: (7)
Select 7 elective courses from:

TOTAL UNITS 96

The University attempts to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, the University reserves the right to discontinue or vary program/course information at anytime without notice.  

Enquiries

How to apply

Faculty of Science, Health and Education
Tel: +61 7 5430 2869
Email: sheinfo@usc.edu.au 

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