Master of Midwifery Studies
Advanced coursework degree for registered midwives to specialise in leadership and contemporary maternity care practices.
Best for:Best for registered midwives or maternity nurses with at least one year of clinical experience seeking to advance their careers in leadership, specialised midwifery, or maternity service innovation.
Overview
The Master of Midwifery Studies at the University of Newcastle is a coursework-based program designed for registered midwives seeking to deepen their expertise in contemporary midwifery theories and practices. This degree prepares professionals for leadership roles in maternity services, models of care, and specialised midwifery pathways. It is one of the few Australian master’s programs tailored exclusively for midwives, offering flexibility through specialisation options. The curriculum integrates clinical practice with academic study, ensuring graduates are equipped to advance maternal and newborn health outcomes. Applicants must demonstrate current professional registration and relevant clinical experience to qualify.
What you'll do
- Develop advanced knowledge of contemporary midwifery theories and evidence-based practices.
- Engage in specialised study pathways aligned with individual career goals in midwifery.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to improve maternity service delivery and leadership roles.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance perinatal health outcomes.
- Contribute to research or clinical projects related to midwifery and maternal health.
Requirements
Degree required: Registration as a midwife or registered nurse with maternity experience (minimum one year full-time equivalent).
Degree offered: Master of Midwifery Studies (Coursework)
Language: English proficiency (implied for international applicants, though not explicitly stated).
Instruction: English
- Current professional registration as a midwife or registered nurse (AHPRA for domestic applicants).
- Minimum one year of full-time (or equivalent) clinical experience in a maternity setting.
- Proficiency in documenting clinical experience through CV, statements of service, or employer letters.
- Domestic applicants must hold current registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- International applicants must be midwives or registered nurses with maternity experience, documented via CV or employer letters.
- All applicants require one year of full-time (or equivalent) maternity experience post-registration.
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How to apply
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Applicants must submit a detailed curriculum vitae, a statement of service, or signed letters from employers confirming their clinical experience and role. Applications are processed through the University of Newcastle’s official portal.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Statement of service or signed letters from employers
- Proof of current professional registration (AHPRA for domestic applicants)
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