Midwifery Science (Postgraduate Diploma)
This course information is for local students only
Year
2012
Award
Postgraduate Diploma in Midwifery Science
Length
1 year full-time
Campuses
Melbourne, Bendigo
Course description
This course aims to prepare graduates to practise as entry-level midwives across the wide spectrum of healthcare contexts and cultural groups. It aims to facilitate the competencies necessary to provide direct midwifery care and evaluate the impact of that care, and the capacity to advocate for the women in their care. Download our Frequently Asked Questions document for more details.
Please note the course will only be conducted in 2012 if sufficient enrolments are achieved.
Please also note international students are unable to undertake overseas study opportunities in this program.
Subject details
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
Apply direct to the University. Visit our postgraduate website to download an application form.
Please also complete the Nursing Supplementary Application Form.
Fee type
Both Commonwealth Supported & full fee places available
Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)
Indicative (2012): $15,130 per 120 credit points.
Commonwealth Supported Places also available.
Scholarships
A variety of scholarships and prizes are available for postgraduate students at La Trobe. Visit the postgraduate scholarships webpage for details http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/postgraduatesAdditional costs (AUD)
There may be additional costs associated with National Police Checks (A$15), immunisations and with clinical placements.
Prerequisites
Degree or diploma in nursing, registration as a Division 1 nurse with a current practising certificate and at least one year's post-registration acute medical/surgical nursing experience. Before commencing, applicants must also have a clinical place at an approved clinical midwifery agency (in a metropolitan or regional area).
Semester starts
See additional information
Additional information
Course commences Week 8 of Semester 1. Applicants must apply to the hospital for their clinical placement at the same time they apply for the course.
Professional recognition
Graduates are endorsed to practise as midwives under Division 1 of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) register.