James Cook University

Graduate Diploma of Midwifery

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Combine core subjects with practical experience unique to JCU in this 1.5 year part-time course. Undertake continuous placement in a facility of your choice in Australia. Benefit from first-hand experience working with midwives in your local birthing suites, community midwifery services, private practice midwifery, maternity wards and special care nurseries.

Engage in your own continuity of midwifery care experience program. This will require you to follow women through attendance at antenatal appointments, labour, birth and the postnatal period throughout the course.

Complete two compulsory five-day residential schools at JCU's Townsville campus. These provide valuable opportunities to network and learn in a collaborative environment. You will also undertake focussed studies of Indigenous health and midwifery practice in rural, remote and tropical northern settings.

Delivery mode

James Cook University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Online

Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.


Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
  • AHPRA registration as a nurse
  • AQF level 7 degree in a health-related field or equivalent
  • minimum 12 months clinical experience
  • concurrent 0.4 FTE employment in a Midwifery unit
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $36,080 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$36,080
Standard Tuition:
$0
Full Fee Tuition:
$36,080
Full Fee Tuition:
$0
Enquire with James Cook University to find out more.
Study mode Online
Duration 18 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $36,080 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Graduate Diploma of Midwifery will prepare you for the following roles.

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

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

About James Cook University

As Australia’s only university established to focus on the issues of Northern Australia and the Tropics worldwide, JCU is dedicated to helping the world’s tropical regions to prosper.

Ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide we are focused on addressing the critical challenges facing the tropics, in areas as diverse as Medicine, Dentistry, Marine Science, Nursing, Arts and Society.

Inspired by a research-rich environment, the significance of our endeavours is recognised globally by the most credible world university rankings providers. Our strong performance is assessed on quality, relevance and impact.

JCU was awarded 5 Stars for teaching and employability in the QS Stars Rankings for 2021 and 5 Stars for full-time employment, graduate starting salary and student teacher ratio by the Good Universities Guide for 2023.

Career-focused courses provide an exceptional student experience, led by industry professionals who are passionate about sharing their expertise, because experience has no substitute.