Nursing and Midwifery
Study nursing and midwifery
If you are looking to enhance your skills in a specialist area or progress into a leadership role, our postgraduate health and nursing programs are designed to meet the needs of the constantly evolving healthcare field.
Our programs allow you to explore your area of interest, equipping you with the skills you need to drive change and advance the health and wellbeing of your communities. You’ll be learning from some of the best in your field – our clinical experts deliver theory and practical applications to help strengthen your existing capabilities.
Gain the knowledge you need and contribute to transforming the health care field to make a positive impact on the lives of your patients. Strong partnerships with industry mean you’ll graduate with valuable professional connections and stand out in a competitive job market.
A range of study options including online, face-to-face and mixed-mode delivery, allowing you the flexibility to shape your studies around work and life. Often your real-world experience can also translate into course credit.
A range of degrees also offer government subsidised places, meaning you can save up to 75% on course fees. Learn more about how you could save today.
Master of Nursing
Study online and expand your RN skills in professional leadership, education, research and evidence-based practice.
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Master of Mental Health Nursing
Be at the forefront of mental health expertise and learn new models of care with ongoing mentoring from our network of experienced mental health nurses.
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Master of Traumatology
The first postgraduate coursework program of its kind in Australia providing you the opportunity to extend your knowledge of trauma care.
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Master of Nurse Practitioner
This program is designed to prepare registered nurses to become an expert clinician with advanced practice skills.
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Master of Midwifery Studies
Develop an in-depth understanding of contemporary midwifery theories and practice which will prepare you for leadership within the midwifery profession and contemporary maternity services.
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Graduate Certificate in Custodial Health
This one of a kind program will provide you with the skills to achieve favourable outcomes for custodial patients.
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Master of Custodial Health
One of a kind program designed to improve the delivery of clinical care for patients at an advanced practice level.
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Graduate Certificate in Midwifery (Re-Entry to Practice)
This program is designed for midwives who have been out of practice for between five and ten years.
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Master of Midwifery (Graduate Entry)
Designed for RNs wishing to gain midwifery qualifications and graduate as a registered midwife with specialised theoretical and technical skills.
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