Master of Women's and Children's Health

What you will study

The UTS Online Master of Women's and Children’s Health comprises 13-15 online subjects (72 credit points).

The number of subjects completed may vary depending on the credit point (CP) value of the subjects elected.

Students who complete four core subjects (24 CP) from the Master of Women’s and Children’s Health may be eligible to exit with a Graduate Certificate in Women's and Children’s Health.

Students who complete eight core subjects (48 CP) from the Master of Women’s and Children’s Health may be eligible to exit with a Graduate Diploma in Women's and Children’s Health.

Entry requirements

Entry into the course requires the completion of a bachelor’s, master’s, graduate diploma, or graduate certificate qualification in Nursing, Midwifery, Public Health, Rehabilitation Therapies, or another health-related field.  

Applicants who have completed their tertiary studies in a non-relevant area may be considered for the Master of Women’s and Children’s Health based on recent relevant work experience.

Applicants must demonstrate one of the following:

• Current registration as a Nurse or Midwife in Australia (NMBA) or their home country.
• A CV and Statement of Service on an official letterhead from their workplace’s human resource department (or equivalent) confirming the dates of employment and the position held within the organisation. Work experience must be in an Allied Health Profession, such as social workers, public health practitioners, occupational health therapists, psychologists, physiotherapists, speech pathologists, dietitians, nutritionists, etc.

English language requirements

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; TOEFL: paper-based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5; internet-based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; AE5: Pass; PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Your previous studies can be credited for online postgraduate studies, provided they meet the relevant course requirements.

If you receive a UTS enrolment offer and have undertaken previous studies at another institution, you may be eligible to apply for recognition of prior learning. UTS doesn’t determine recognition of prior learning until an offer of enrolment is accepted.

Outcomes

• Philosophy and practice that focuses on the individual needs of women and children: Understand that politics, gender, history and tradition influence women’s health. Reflect on this to develop a philosophy and practice that puts women and children in focus. Enhance your ability to recognise the influence of gender, how it intersects with other dimensions of diversity and the impact on equitable access to services and personal wellbeing.
• Evidence-informed and reflective practice: Learn how to reflect on your practice, guided by informed judgements based on research, open-mindedness and a responsive and inclusive attitude. Critique existing policies and strategies that promote social justice and advocate for further study in reproductive, sexual and women’s health.
• An ethical and collaborative approach: Women of all cultures have diverse needs and expectations and not all are afforded the same healthcare quality. In this course, you’ll develop the knowledge and skills to meet women's and children's unique and individual needs. Apply your understanding of social and cultural diversity, informed by an ethical and collaborative approach.
• Contemporary, strengths-focused leadership: Build the strength, confidence and vision to drive change in women’s and children’s health. Explore strengths-based and future-focused leadership approaches for all areas of practice and healthcare settings and learn how to model evidence-based practice and respectful care.

Career outcomes

Studying UTS Online’s Master of Women’s and Children’s Health may lead to roles such as:

• Senior policy officer
• Policy advisor
• Midwife or nurse unit manager
• Midwifery or nursing educator
• Midwifery or nursing researcher
• IVF midwife or nurse
• Sexual health RN/RM coordinator
• Progression into further research

Fees and FEE-HELP

Estimated total fee in 2025: $39,384 (domestic full-fee paying place)

The estimated total fee is calculated based on a study load of 72 credit points.

Tuition fees are charged:

• Based on the particular course in which you are enrolled.
• Based on the number of credit points you are enrolled in.
• At the rates set for the current year and revised annually.

Students are required to pay a Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) in addition to tuition fees. Purchasing textbooks and other course materials may also result in additional costs.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.