What you will study
Key areas of study include:
- Woman with complex pregnancies
- Woman with complex labours
- Woman with postnatal complexities and/or unwell babies
- Midwifery Professional Experience.
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How to apply
How to apply
Apply as a domestic student
Before you get started
To ensure a smooth application process, please complete the following steps before applying:
- Review the Program Handbook.
- Review the Admission Requirements.
- Review the Program fees and costs.
- Decide on your preferred commencement date.
Note: Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University of Newcastle’s English Language Proficiency requirements.
You are a domestic student if you are:
- An Australian or New Zealand citizen (including dual citizens)
- A permanent resident of Australia
- A holder of a permanent Australian visa.
Admission requirements
- Completion of an AQF level 7 (or higher) Midwifery pre-registration degree; and
- Current or previous registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a midwife but not having practised midwifery for a period of between 5 to 10 years.
Post-admission requirements
NSW Health Verification Requirements
Scholarships
Scholarships
If you are a current student, or planning to study with us, we encourage you to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for.
Scholarships are available for current, future and international students, Asylum seekers, Graduate research, abroad and exchange study and opportunities with external providers.
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This program is accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) and approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).
Graduates of this program are eligible to apply for endorsement with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA), under the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme administered by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
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