C04132v4 Master of Midwifery (Conversion)

Overview

This course is designed to facilitate the advancement of midwifery theory and practice through a range of perspectives based on research, education, management and the delivery of care in a variety of situations. It offers students the opportunity to customise their program to meet personal learning needs or workplace requirements.

Students develop a complex understanding of issues related to interdisciplinary collaboration in the development of maternity services, and engage in critical thinking in order to inform clinical judgment and decision making within the midwifery context of woman-centred practice.

Additional admission requirements

Applicants should hold a Certificate of Midwifery or a Graduate Diploma in Midwifery.

Additional recognition of prior learning

Students who hold an existing Graduate Diploma in Midwifery are eligible to apply for recognition of prior learning in the form of exemptions from four specified subjects (24 credit points).

Course duration and attendance

The course is offered over a two-year, part-time period. Students with a Graduate Diploma in Midwifery may complete this course over a one-year, part-time period.

Course structure

This course comprises 48 credit points, made up of six specified subjects plus either a project or two 500-level elective subjects. Students who hold a Certificate in Midwifery must complete a total of 48 credit points with a minimum of 18 credit points at 500 level.

Course completion requirements

Course program

A typical program is shown below.

Other information

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