Overview

If you’re a registered midwife, study our Master of Midwifery Studies Master of Midwifery Studies programme from University of Newcastle and gain a deeper understanding of contemporary midwifery theories and practices.

We are one of the few Australian universities that offers a Masters coursework qualification for midwives. You can choose a pathway that suits you by selecting one of the specialisations offered.

Career opportunities

Prospective career paths may include:

Midwifery Primary Care

Midwifery Clinical Educator

Midwifery Manager / Unit Manager

Midwifery Researcher

Clinical Midwife Specialist / Consultant

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Contemporary Midwifery

Midwifery and Cultural Diversity

Optimising Childbearing

Evaluating, Assessing and Developing Clinical Competence

Global Health Systems and Policy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-09 00:00:00 , International

More details

International: It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester or trimester start date.

Language

English

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85

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

80 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Newcastle, Australia
Newcastle, Australia

Disciplines

Medicine Health Sciences Midwifery View 153 other Masters in Health Sciences in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

85

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59

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 098482M

Domestic Applicants

Applicants must be a Midwife holding current registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

International Applicants

Applicants 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.

All Applicants

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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Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

51500 AUD / year

≈ 51500 AUD / year

Additional Details

CSP Amount: $5,032

Living costs

Newcastle

Australia

1333 - 2400 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Newcastle

Funding

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