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Edith Cowan University (ECU)

  • 19% international / 81% domestic

Master of Midwifery (Research)

  • Masters (Research)

Interested in a career in research?

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Research)
Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Course Code
I19, 099202E
Study Mode
Online, In person
International Fees
$41,500 per year / $83,000 total

About this course

Interested in a career in research?

If you can demonstrate that you've engaged in midwifery practice, and have a relevant undergraduate degree, or an equivalent qualification, we want to hear from you. In this course, you can explore an area of particular interest and learn how to be an independent researcher under the supervision of leaders in midwifery.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 9 Masters Degree (Research) Award.

Interested in a career in research?

If you can demonstrate that you've engaged in midwifery practice, and have a relevant undergraduate degree, or an equivalent qualification, we want to hear from you. In this course, you can explore an area of particular interest and learn how to be an independent researcher under the supervision of leaders in midwifery.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 9 Masters Degree (Research) Award.

Entry requirements

Course Entry

Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.

  • The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.

    All applicants are required to have demonstrated engagement in midwifery practice, and have a relevant undergraduate degree, with equivalents considered.

    Academic admission requirements (Band 8) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

    • Bachelor degree in a cognate discipline; or
    • Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience.
  • International students are required to provide an IELTS Academic with an overall minimum score of 7.0 (no individual band less than 7.0) or any other equivalent test approved by AHPRA. Internationally schooled applicants may also be required to meet this requirement.

    Minimum English standard requirements for this course may also be satisfied with one of the following:

    • Bachelor degree from an approved country;
    • Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
    • Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience.

Study locations

Joondalup

Online

Online

Career pathways

Career Opportunities

The course will enhance current clinical practice for those in clinical practice positions and provides the potential to move into research intensive positions.

Possible future job titles

Midwife, research, higher degree by research,

Courses you can consider if you are interested in progressing further in this area.
  • Doctor of Philosophy
    Students interested in completing doctoral research in Midwifery should consider the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Nursing courses at Edith Cowan University (ECU).
87.1%
Overall satisfaction
88.1%
Skill scale
76.2%
Teaching scale
90.9%
Employed full-time
$87.2k
Average salary