University of South Australia

Bachelor of Midwifery

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Midwives work at the forefront of pregnancy and reproductive care, working in partnership with women and pregnant people to provide expert care across the childbirth continuum. This degree will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to provide expert and equitable family-focused healthcare that considers social, emotional, physical, psychological, cultural, and safety needs. Studying at our City East campus, you’ll do much of your learning in UniSA's clinician-led, on-campus simulated hospital and health service, the Horizon Hospital and Health Service (HHHS).

You’ll also embark on real-world, hands-on clinical placements under the supervision of registered midwives, and be actively involved in a minimum of 30 births across a variety of South Australian industry settings. Your Continuity of Care Experience (CoCE) will have you follow the unique antenatal, labour, birth, and postnatal journeys of 15 women and pregnant people, providing a valuable insight into the full scope of midwifery practice.>

Delivery mode

University of South Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • Corner of North Terrace and, Frome Rd, Adelaide

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Admission criteria

The admission criteria have been grouped to assist you to easily find the information most relevant to your circumstances. However, you may fit into more than one, and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.

Certain conditions apply. For more information refer to Appendix 4 of the University's Selection and Entry policy.

Applicants are required to meet one of the following criteria with a competitive result and demonstrate that they fulfill any prerequisite requirements and essential requirements for admission:

  • Recent secondary education
    • Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
    • AND
    • Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or
    • Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
    • Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points
  • Applicants who have not achieved the Selection Rank required for automatic selection may be selected for any remaining places based on the grades of their year 12 subjects.

Recent secondary education ATAR profile

OR

Higher education study

  • Complete or partially complete a recognized higher education program at Bachelor or higher level at a recognized higher education institution, or
  • Complete a Diploma level program at a recognized higher education institution, or
  • Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above

OR

Vocational Education and Training (VET)

  • Complete an award from a registered training organization at Advanced Diploma level or above

OR

Work and life experience

  • Qualify for Special Entry, or
  • Complete a 12-month UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or
  • Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past

Essential requirements for admission

To meet entry requirements, applicants must consider the professional registration requirements, including the English Language Skills standard, and complete a declaration stating how they will demonstrate their English language competency, as determined by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

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* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
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Study mode Blended
Duration 3 Years
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Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Midwifery will prepare you for the following roles.

Midwife

A Midwife is a nurse with special training in treating pregnant women and babies. You might support women during their pregnancy and assist in the...

Avg yearly income $107,120
Entry barriers Low

Clinical Midwifery Specialist

A Clinical Midwifery Specialist provides advanced care to expectant mothers throughout pregnancy, labour, and the postpartum period. You may work i...

Avg yearly income $112,112
Entry barriers Low

Community Midwife

A Community Midwife provides personalised care to pregnant women and new mothers in their homes or local community settings. You’ll offer support t...

Avg yearly income $85,800
Entry barriers Low

Midwifery Educator

A Midwifery Educator trains and mentors future midwives, providing both theoretical and practical knowledge in a clinical or academic setting. You...

Avg yearly income $111,904
Entry barriers Low

About University of South Australia

The University of South Australia is Australia’s University of Enterprise on the global stage, agile and astute, known for relevance, equity and excellence.

We educate and prepare global learners from all backgrounds, instilling professional skills and knowledge, and capacity and drive for lifelong learning.

We undertake research that is inspired by global challenges and opportunities, delivers economic and social benefits, and which informs our teaching.

We operate through a partnered, end-user informed culture of teaching and research with a commitment to outstanding service, continuous improvement and sustainability.

Today, we have more than 230,000 graduates, industry partnerships with more than 2,500 companies worldwide, offer degrees that are industry-focused and informed, and have become one of Australia’s largest online education providers. It is this drive and ambition to break the norm that makes us who we are. Australia’s University of Enterprise.