Overview
Key facts
Through clinical contact and theoretical knowledge you'll extend your experience, knowledge, skills and practice in complex maternity care.
To qualify for entry you'll need a Bachelor's degree in Midwifery or equivalent, and you must be a registered midwife with a current practising certificate from the Midwifery Council of New Zealand.
On completing the Midwifery programme at the Victoria University of Wellington you can seek approval to include your qualification in a Postgraduate Diploma of Health Care.
How you'll study
You'll learn through a blend of research, classwork and clinical experience. Our academic team will support and work with you throughout your study, face-to-face and through internet-based technology.
Each course is made up of several ‘block schools’, with each block held over one to four days. They're a mix of lectures, tutorials and small group activities that give you time to study and access to staff for advice and guidance.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Midwifery Assessment
- Decision-making in Complex Maternity Care
- Midwifery Practicum in Complex Care
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 4 months
- Part-time
- 8 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Public Health Health Sciences MidwiferyAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Bachelor's degree and registered midwife with a current practising certificate from the Midwifery Council of New Zealand.
- You may also be required to demonstrate your proficiency in English.
Tuition Fee
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International
12020 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12020 USD for the full programme during 4 months. -
National
3945 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3945 USD for the full programme during 4 months.
- Estimated international fees : NZ$16,621 for the full programme
- Estimated domestic fees : NZ$5,455 for the full programme
Living costs for Wellington
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.