Western Sydney University
Bachelor of Midwifery
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationWestern’s Midwifery program opens a world of unlimited potential for people with a passion for midwifery. As well as studying the theory behind midwifery practice, you will learn using a woman-centred continuity of care model, through clinical placements and on-campus simulated clinical practice settings. You will also discover how to apply critical, reflective and intellectual skills to the delivery of evidence-based midwifery care and emerge with both local and international knowledge that will benefit pregnant and birthing women in Australia and around the world. Be part of the future. Study Midwifery at Western.
Delivery mode
Western Sydney University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Victoria Rd, Rydalmere
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Admission
Selection is on the basis of:
- Academic merit (ATAR or its equivalent), and
- Performance at an interview, conducted by the School of Nursing and Midwifery.
An additional admission requirement for applicants is to provide evidence of meeting the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, English language skills registration standard prior to enrolling in the program. Applicants are to provide evidence of achieving the required minimum scores in one of the following English language tests and meet the requirements for test results specified in this standard.
- IELTS (academic module) with a minimum overall score of 7 and a minimum score of 7 in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing, and speaking).
- OET with a minimum score of B in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing, and speaking).
- PTE Academic with a minimum overall score of 65 and a minimum score of 65 in each of the four communicative skills (listening, reading, writing, and speaking).
- TOEFL iBT with a minimum total score of 94 and the following minimum score in each section of the test, 24 for listening, 24 for reading, 27 for writing, and 23 for speaking.
Course fees
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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...
Clinical Midwifery Specialist
A Clinical Midwifery Specialist provides advanced care to expectant mothers throughout pregnancy, labour, and the postpartum period. You may work i...
Midwifery Educator
A Midwifery Educator trains and mentors future midwives, providing both theoretical and practical knowledge in a clinical or academic setting. You...
About Western Sydney University
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