Master of Science (Midwifery)
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The Master of Science (Midwifery) By Research will further extend the research expertise and clinical knowledge of a midwife who has mastered the skills and professional requirements of a particular setting. This qualification may also facilitate progression to an academic, or senior clinical or research appointments.
Find out more about the units you will do.
What Qualifications Do I Require For Admission?
- Bachelor of Science (Nursing) or its equivalent and two years’ post-registration clinical experience. (Applicants who do not meet these criteria may be accepted into the program on the basis of recognised prior learning).
- Applicants must be eligible for registration as a midwife in Division One of the Register of the Nurses and Midwives Board of Western Australia.
- Applicants will be expected to be proficient in English and evidence of this will be sought if the applicant’s undergraduate medical degree was taught in a language other than English. Overseas applicants must provide evidence of proficiency in the English language (e.g., IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 550.)
Fees
Use the ECU Fees Wizard to calculate what your fees will be. You will need to enter each unit number separately.
Students undertaking a Master’s by research degree on a full-time basis are eligible to apply for an Australian Postgraduate Research Award as well as ECU scholarships. To find out what other scholarships are offered by funding bodies click on the scholarships link.
What Career Pathways Are Available?
Graduates will be able to pursue leadership roles in research, education and advanced clinical midwifery practice.
Location / Mode of Study
The Master of Science (Midwifery) is a two year full-time or equivalent part-time course available via internal study at the Joondalup campus.
Require Further Information?
Check our Frequently Asked Questions or call the School of Nursing, Midwifery & Postgraduate Medicine on (61 8) 6304 2399, or email snmpm@ecu.edu.au.
