Master of Midwifery (Graduate Entry)
Overview
Designed as an educational pathway for registered nurses and paramedics, the Master of Midwifery (Graduate Entry) will enable you to gain a midwifery qualification in one year and work as a registered midwife in a variety of health care settings.
You will gain advanced knowledge, practical skills, and professional behaviours required to provide safe, evidence-informed, and culturally safe midwifery care to women, babies, and families across the childbearing continuum.
Throughout your course, you will develop a woman-centred and holistic approach to midwifery practice, underpinned by midwifery philosophies and primary health care principles, and grounded in inclusive, ethical, and safe care. This course emphasises cultural safety and health equity, preparing you to provide care that meets the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, as well as women from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and other marginalised communities. You will also develop your communication and collaboration skills, effectively working within intraprofessional and interprofessional teams to optimise health outcomes for women and families.
With a strong focus on evidence-based practice, you will also develop advanced research skills to critically evaluate and apply contemporary evidence to clinical decision-making. Learn to use digital health tools, emerging technologies, and electronic systems to support safe, effective, and contemporary midwifery care. Additionally, the program ensures students meet national standards for the safe use of medicines, in alignment with the National Prescribing Service (NPS) MedicineWise Prescribing Competencies Framework and the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards.
If you are not a registered nurse or paramedic and wish to pursue a career in midwifery, the Bachelor of Midwifery is an ideal option for you.
Study Experience
Discover more about your postgraduate midwifery degree, including how you'll benefit from 792 hours of clinical placement. Click 'Explore Study Experience' for more information.
- Accelerated Study
- Authentic Learning Experiences
- Clinical Placements
- Online or On Campus
- Real-world Learning Facilities
- Residential Schools
Career Opportunities
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be eligible to apply for registration as a midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra). You will be prepared to lead and contribute to safe, effective, and culturally responsive midwifery care.
Structure & Availability
The course structure and available locations can change depending on when you want to study. You can choose the intake that best suits you in the drop-down menu below.
Available Locations
Your Course
You must complete nine units (72 credits):
- 1The core structure (9 units)
Unit Details
The units you'll study are listed below. Click on a unit to learn more.
Core Units
You will study the nine units listed below.
Additional Information
Professional Practice - Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Core
This course is subject to receiving accreditation with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC). This is currently in process and awaiting final outcome.
Midwifery Professional Experience 1 - MDWF28002
MPE 264 hours plus continuity of care experiences. The AMSAT is to be completed on two occasions during the unit. This will be completed during weeks 6 (formative AMSAT) and 12 (summative AMSAT) of the term and will enable students that are facing clinical challenges to be identified and supported early. This is a requirement of the 2021 ANMAC Midwife Accreditation Standards and will also form part of the student's MPE Portfolio.
Midwifery Professional Experience 2 - MDWF29003
MPE 264 hours plus continuity of care experiences. The AMSAT is to be completed on two occasions during the unit. This will be completed during weeks 6 (formative AMSAT) and 12 (summative AMSAT) of the term and will enable students that are facing clinical challenges to be identified and supported early. This is a requirement of the 2021 ANMAC Midwife Accreditation Standards and will also form part of the student's MPE Portfolio.
Midwifery Professional Experience 3 - MDWF29004
MPE 264 hours plus continuity of care experiences. The AMSAT is to be completed on two occasions during the unit. This will be completed during weeks 6 (formative AMSAT) and 12 (summative AMSAT) of the term and will enable students that are facing clinical challenges to be identified and supported early. This is a requirement of the 2021 ANMAC Midwife Accreditation Standards and will also form part of the student's MPE Portfolio.
Duration and timing of Placement Units
Throughout your course, you'll complete three placements. Clinical placements are integrated into the course from the start of your studies and in every term, allowing you to balance placement and your studies with work.
| Timing | Placement Unit and Duration |
| Year 1: Term 1 | Midwifery Professional Experience 1 (MDWF28002)
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| Year 1: Term 2 | Midwifery Professional Experience 2 (MDWF29003)
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| Year 1: Term 3 | Midwifery Professional Experience 3 (MDWF29004)
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Placement locations
Placements may be available within the following Hospital and Health Services:
- Cairns and Hinterland
- Townsville
- Central Queensland
- North West
- Central West
- South West
- Mackay
- Wide Bay
- Darling Downs
- Metro North
- Metro South
- Gold Coast
- West Moreton.
Placement numbers at each hospital vary, and some may have limited placements available.
The Work Integrated Learning team will endeavour to place students at facilities near their place of residence, however, this cannot be guaranteed. Students may be required to travel and source accommodation for some placements.
You are not required to source your placements at the above hospitals as our midwifery team works closely with partnering hospitals across Queensland to coordinate placements for all midwifery students.
Student numbers for this course are capped. This ensures we can provide suitable clinical places to support your learning experience.
If you have completed prior study relevant to units within this course, you may be eligible for credit for your past studies.
From July 2025, the Australian Government has established a new Commonwealth Prac Payment (CPP) for eligible students to help manage the costs associated with undertaking a mandatory placement (also known as a practicum or work- integrated learning). Learn more about CPP.
This course does not permit you to defer your offer and commence at a later date. If you are unable to commence in the term you receive an offer, you will be required to submit a new admission application to commence at a later date.
Requirements
To Be Eligible
For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.
Alternative Entry and Midwifery Pathways
CQU offer a range of alternative entry and midwifery pathways to help you get started. If you don’t meet the entry requirements, there are options available, depending on your background and previous experience.
During Your Study
While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies.
Fees & Scholarships
Indicative First-Year Fee
This is a new course with the first intake expected in 2027.
Fee estimates for the first year of study are expected to be available in September 2026.
Commonwealth Supported Places
With Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) available for this course in 2026, you may be eligible for significant fee savings, provided you meet CSP eligibility requirements. CSPs are subsidised by the Australian Government, meaning you are only required to pay the student contribution rather than full tuition fees.
If you are not eligible for a CSP or if CSPs are full, you will be required to pay full fees.
HECS-HELP
You may be eligible for a HECS-HELP government loan if you are offered a CSP. HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme that assists you in paying your student contributions. Provided you meet the HECS-HELP eligibility criteria, you may use HECS-HELP to defer part or all of your student contribution fees.
Learn more about paying for university.
Commonwealth Prac Payment (CPP)
From July 2025, the Australian Government has established a new Commonwealth Prac Payment (CPP) for eligible students to help manage the costs associated with undertaking a mandatory placement (also known as a practicum or work- integrated learning).
Part of your course costs will include Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). SSAF is charged in addition to your student contribution or tuition fees and is used to help enhance your study experience. There may also be other costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations.
We believe a quality education can be for everyone – regardless of background, location, or life circumstances. That's why we offer a variety of scholarships and bursaries that can give you a helping hand with a range of expenses and enhance your employability.
How to Apply
How to Apply
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