Master of Midwifery (MMid)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
1.5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5525
Faculty
Location
External
Delivery mode
Web Based
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Midwifery.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Applicants will need to have a Bachelor of Midwifery or equivalent and be registered to practise as a midwife.
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 14800
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Apply online
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
School of Nursing and Midwifery
Email: nursing-midwifery@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3381 1165
Duration
1.5 Years full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
24
Program code
5525
Faculty
Location
External
Delivery mode
Web Based
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Midwifery.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Applicants will need to have a Bachelor of Midwifery or equivalent and be registered to practise as a midwife.
International students, studying on a student visa, may not undertake the program on campus at UQ on a full time basis; they may only study from their home countries and will not be eligible for an Australian student visa.
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. View the English proficiency policy.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 25250
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: +61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Why study the Master of Midwifery?
The Master of Midwifery program is specifically designed for graduates of any Bachelor of Midwifery degree or equivalent to enable them to extend their midwifery knowledge and skills in a specialty field. There are two fields of study available in the program; Complex Midwifery Care and Advanced Practice Midwifery. The student will analyse contemporary midwifery practice from a variety of perspectives, developing an understanding of the professional issues and the impact of current political, economic and socio-cultural influences on the profession and midwifery practice. Clinical teaching and learning skills are also integral components of professional midwifery practice. The students will develop skills and knowledge that will prepare them for educational leadership roles within their own specified area of practice; enable the midwife to educate, support and develop their colleagues; promote health education to their clients and support beginning practitioners entering the midwifery profession. The program also provides opportunities for students to critically analyse contemporary models and frameworks for leadership and change management; and examine leadership concepts & issues.
What you can study
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Midwifery.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Applicants will need to have a Bachelor of Midwifery or equivalent and be registered to practise as a midwife.
Apply online
Apply online to the Master of Midwifery.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Applicants will need to have a Bachelor of Midwifery or equivalent and be registered to practise as a midwife.
Additional application requirements
Applicants will need to have a Bachelor of Midwifery or equivalent and be registered to practise as a midwife. International students will be required to be eligible for registration as a midwife in Australia.
Visa requirements
International students, studying on a student visa, may not undertake the program on campus at UQ on a full time basis; they may only study from their home countries and will not be eligible for an Australian student visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 14800
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 25250
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Master of Midwifery
Careers
Midwives with postgraduate qualifications work in a variety of public or private health care settings, maternity and neonatal care settings, community health settings, academic/teaching, research, policy, rural and remote health, international aid organisations, and/or a combination of these areas.
While this degree may be accredited by an official industry accreditation body in Australia, completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic accreditation. Please contact the relevant registration body for details of any conditions for accreditation.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Master of Midwifery
To complete the Master of Midwifery, a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
Students must complete #24 of courses from the Master of Midwifery course list.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Midwifery.
Program Rules for the Master of Midwifery
Early exit points
Based upon course selection, students may be able to exit this award with the:
