Adelaide University
Master of Midwifery (Graduate Entry)
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
Develop the practical skills and knowledge to provide woman-centred and family-focused midwifery care.
Course overview
The Master of Midwifery (Graduate Entry) at Adelaide University is designed to extend your nursing or healthcare expertise into the field of midwifery.
Building upon your existing knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pharmaceutical science, you’ll develop specialised midwifery skills and knowledge through a woman-centred continuous care approach.
Working in partnership with women and families, you’ll support their social, emotional, physical and cultural needs during pregnancy, birthing and early infancy.
Be immersed in a hands-on approach to learning through both simulated and real-life practical experiences. Explore the political, socio-cultural, economic and technological influences on modern midwifery. Develop essential research and leadership skills to inform and complement your practice.
Key features
- Level up your health career by building midwifery expertise.
- Study in world-class facilities that include immersive Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (AR).
- Gain confidence in your practice through simulated learning experiences.
- Get hands-on experience through supportive real-life professional practice.
- Learn from experienced, industry-leading teaching staff.
- Exit early with a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Women’s Health.
CSP Subsidised Fees Available
This program has a limited quota of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). The indicative CSP price is calculated based on first year fees for EFT. The actual fee may vary if there are choices in electives or majors.
Key facts
What you will study
Students must complete 96 units comprising:
- 66 units for all core courses
- 30 units for all work integrated learning
Unless otherwise indicated, each course is worth six units.
Complete 66 units for all of the following:
- Evidence Based Midwifery and Research
- Preparation for Midwifery Practice (12 units)
- Care of the Neonate (12 units)
- Aboriginal Health and Wellness
- Midwifery Care of the Woman with Complex Needs (12 units)
- Assessment, Diagnostics and Pharmacotherapeutics for Midwives
- Concepts of Leadership and Management in Health
- Perinatal Mental Health for Midwives
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.
- A completed bachelor's degree (AQF level 7) or higher from a recognised higher education institution.
- Successful applicants whose bachelor's degree studies are not from a health-related field will be advised to complete a short course in Human Anatomy and Physiology before commencing.
- Prior to admission, applicants must meet some professional registration requirements set by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). These include the English Language Skills standard. Applicants will complete a declaration stating how they demonstrate English language proficiency, which in some cases may require the provision of English language test results.
- Upon entry to the program, all students must confirm they meet the Fitness to Practice in Clinical Placements requirements.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Adelaide University is committed to recognising the contribution of students’ prior learning towards their program requirements.
Credit may be granted for formal, informal and non-formal learning, with guidance on eligibility provided to prospective students in a clear, transparent and publicly available credit framework.
Credit determinations will be:
- Evidence-based, equitable and transparent.
- Academically sound.
- Applied consistently, fairly and subject to review.
Credit will be granted for prior learning that is relevant and equivalent to the learning required for the courses for which credit is sought.
Credit will only be granted if it:
- Maintains the credibility and integrity of the program for which credit is sought.
- Does not contravene the conditions of the program’s professional accreditation.
- Does not disadvantage the student’s ability to achieve the expected course or program learning outcomes.
For more information, contact the university or visit its website.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
- You’ll develop essential skills in research, communication and leadership which will enhance your professional practice.
- You’ll learn to facilitate birth as a normal life event while supporting and enhancing the birthing experience for mother, baby and family. Topics of reproductive health, lactation support, cultural awareness and perinatal mental health will also be explored during your study.
- You’ll learn to confidently support women through complex pregnancy and birth and be equipped with the knowledge to provide care to both typical newborn infants and those with complex needs.
- You’ll have the opportunity to learn through both simulated and real-life professional practice experiences to ensure you graduate ready to work as a midwife.
- You’ll explore the history and politics of midwifery and the role the profession has in improving global healthcare.
- You’ll build an understanding of the professional frameworks in which midwives practice and the laws, ethics and rights of the profession.
- You’ll build cultural competence through focused study in Aboriginal health, develop an appreciation of Aboriginal People’s experience in health care and understand how culturally safe and equitable care can be provided.
- You’ll also undertake learning to care for the neonate and become confident in providing safe care for newborns with complex needs.
- You’ll focus on building knowledge and skills through an evidence-based approach to care for women experiencing complex pregnancy and birth.
- You’ll gain knowledge of mental health, mental illness and wellbeing to respond to and support the needs of women and their families during pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period.
- You’ll also develop your leadership abilities through researching and reflecting on the role of a leader within midwifery and build the competencies to lead teams and support clinical care.
Career outcomes
You’ll graduate with the skills and knowledge to provide expert care and support to women through their reproductive journey. You’ll be at the forefront of providing maternity care and be sought-after for roles across a variety of settings, including public or private hospitals, community services, regional health services and home-based services. You’ll be qualified to support both typical and complex pregnancies and will have the ability to work confidentially as part of multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Fees and CSP
Estimated student contribution amount per 1.0 EFTSL (48 units) in 2026: $4,738 (Commonwealth Supported Place)
Commonwealth-supported students are charged a portion of the cost of their higher education through a student contribution. Where the duration of the program is less than one year, the total cost of the program is displayed.
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP)
A Commonwealth Supported Place is a higher education place where the Australian Government subsidises your fees so that you only pay a portion through a student contribution amount.
The amount of student contribution you’ll pay depends on:
- Number of courses you are enrolled in.
- Unit value of courses.
- Funding cluster your courses fall under.
A HECS-HELP loan allows students to borrow from the Australian Government to cover some or all of their student contribution. To be eligible for HECS-HELP, you must be studying in a Commonwealth Supported Place.
