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The University of Newcastle's Master of Midwifery Studies (MMS) is designed to develop an in-depth understanding of contemporary midwifery theories and practice which will enable you to demonstrate leadership within the midwifery profession and contemporary maternity services. Extending your midwifery education in this way will place you in an optimum position to positively influence future midwifery practice and maternity services provision.
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Date: 24th July, 2024
Grounded in the provision of woman-centred, primary midwifery care, the University of Newcastle Master of Midwifery Studies combines contemporary theories encompassing a holistic view of midwifery, including the social, emotional, cultural and psychophysiological factors which influence health and wellbeing.
Key study areas include:
To help you achieve your career objectives, you will also have the opportunity to focus your learning by choosing to specialise in any one of the following four specialist areas:
Upon completion, you will have developed a solid foundation in contemporary maternity healthcare frameworks, midwifery care and contexts of practice for Indigenous and Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) women. By specialising your midwifery qualifications, you will have the knowledge and qualifications to open doorways to roles in midwifery primary care and group practice models, clinical education, midwifery management, research and academia, or clinical midwifery specialist and consultant roles.
Prospective career paths may include:
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Applications to study are now open. Submit your application now.
Important: All applicants must provide a copy practicing certificate with an authorised midwifery registration authority.
Applications to study are now open. Submit your application now.
Important: All applicants must provide a copy practicing certificate with an authorised midwifery registration authority.
This program is open to online international students. Applications to study online are now open.
To ensure that the process goes smoothly for you, you should complete the following steps before applying:
You will be considered for entry based on criteria such as your undergraduate studies and/or equivalent prior learning and/or relevant work experience.
Make sure you double check the special entry requirements, assumed knowledge or recommended studies for the degree:
Applicants must be a Midwife holding current registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
International ApplicantsApplicants must be a Midwife or a Registered Nurse working in a maternity environment in their own country, with a minimum of one year's experience as documented in a professional curriculum vitae.
AllApplicants must be a Midwife or a Registered Nurse working in a maternity environment in their own country.
All applicants require a minimum of one year's full time (or part time equivalent) experience in a maternity setting post-registration.
Work experience can be identified through: a detailed Curriculum Vitae, and a statement of service OR signed letters from employers confirming role, duties and period of employment.
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The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.