The course aims to prepare a competent midwife who can work in maternity settings to the capacity of the internationally defined role of the midwife. The course teaches themes including that women are central to the provision of care; care of women across their lifespan; contexts of professional midwifery practice; understanding of scientific processes affecting the care of women and family; development of professional values and contemporary midwifery practice; exploration of essential sciences and pharmacology underpinning midwifery practice; and provision of care in multicultural contexts. Clinical practice makes up 50 per cent of the degree, with an opportunity to apply theory to practice under supervision. Students experience a wide variety of health agencies throughout Victoria.
Graduates will be eligible to apply for registration as midwives in Division 1 with the Nurses Board of Victoria, or its equivalent. This degree offers a range of career opportunities in fields of midwifery including antenatal, birth and postnatal areas. Further study could lead to specialisations in midwifery practice and neonatal, maternal and child health.
| Domestic students | International students | |
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| Intakes | First semester | First semester |
| Course Content | 2010 University handbook entry for this course | 2010 University handbook entry for this course |
| Duration | 3 years full-time | 3 years |
| Credit points | 144 total for course | 144 total for course |
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Fees for 2010
Fees are subject to change annually. |
Commonwealth supported place (CSP) Average annual student contribution $6,550 AUD Note: see information on how average fee is calculated. |
International fee per 48 credit points 48 credit points represents a standard full-time course load for a year $24,300 AUD |
| CRICOS code | Not applicable | 059121D |
| Monash course code | 3562 | 3562 |
| Faculty | Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences | Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences |
| Contact | Visit http://www.med.monash.edu.au/nursing; email: nursing.enquiries@med.monash.edu.au; telephone: +61 3 9904 4260 |
International Student Enquiries Telephone: +61 3 9627 4852 Email: study@monash.edu.au |
Australian: Nurses Board of Victoria
TAFE
Formal articulation pathways exist for applicants who have completed a Certificate IV in Health (Nursing). This qualification may entitle students to a 50% credit for year one, if selected. Selection of applicants with a Certificate IV in Health (Nursing) will be based on academic results.
University
Applicants may undertake two single units from the Bachelor of Nursing or Bachelor of Midwifery to meet minimum entry requirements, however additional units may enhance their chances of selection. There are no compulsory units, however science units from the Bachelor of Nursing are recommended. Applicants undertaking single units may apply for credit on admission. Alternatively, applicants may undertake units through Open Learning Australia, however credit will not be granted for these studies.
Bridging courses
The Bridging Nursing Program is offered through Holmesglen TAFE and Central Gippsland Institute of TAFE.
Units 3 and 4 a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in any other English and either Units 1 and 2-one of general mathematics or mathematical methods (either) or Units 3 and 4-mathematics (any).
English and mathematics (any) at a minimum of grade four at standard level.
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
| Qualification | Peninsula |
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| ENTER clearly in* | 80.45(CSP); 75.45 (International) |
* The "clearly in" score is based on January 2009 selection and can be used as a guide only.
Applications for on campus studies should be made online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Applications for this course are made directly to the Faculty. Contact information can be found by visiting the Monash faculties website
TAFE
Formal articulation pathways exist for applicants who have completed a Certificate IV in Health (Nursing). This qualification may entitle students to a 50% credit for year one, if selected. Selection of applicants with a Certificate IV in Health (Nursing) will be based on academic results.
University
Applicants may undertake two single units from the Bachelor of Nursing or Bachelor of Midwifery to meet minimum entry requirements, however additional units may enhance their chances of selection. There are no compulsory units, however science units from the Bachelor of Nursing are recommended. Applicants undertaking single units may apply for credit on admission. Alternatively, applicants may undertake units through Open Learning Australia, however credit will not be granted for these studies.
Bridging courses
The Bridging Nursing Program is offered through Holmesglen TAFE and Central Gippsland Institute of TAFE.
Units 3 and 4 a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in any other English and either Units 1 and 2-one of general mathematics or mathematical methods (either) or Units 3 and 4-mathematics (any).
English and mathematics (any) at a minimum of grade four at standard level.
Gaining the required result in one of the following tests of English language:
a minimum overall IELTS test score of at least 6.5 with individual band scores required at 6.5 for Reading, 6.5 for Listening, 6.0 for Writing and 6.0 for Speaking.
a TOEFL minimum test score of either;
in the written TOEFL, 580 with a Test of Written English (TWE) score of at least 4.5; or
in the internet-based TOEFL, an overall score of at least 90 with at least 22 in the written section and no less than 20 in any other section.
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
| Qualification | Peninsula |
|---|---|
| International Baccalaureate | 24 |
| GCE A level | 8 |
| All Indian Senior Secondary Certificate | 70% |
| Hong Kong A level | 7 |
| ISC of the CISCE India | 65% |
| MUFY (best eight units made up from Parts A and B) | 240 |
| Ontario Grade 12 | 70% |
| RMIT & La Trobe Foundation Year | 75% |
| Sri Lanka A level | 10 |
| STPM Malaysia | 8.67 |
| Uni of Melbourne Foundation Year | 70% |
| UNIPREP Indonesia | 7 |
Current VCE or IB students studying in Victoria should apply online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre
Applications are made directly to the University and can be made online via International Recruitment Services.
Applications are made directly to the University and can be made online via International Recruitment Services.
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