Australian Catholic University
Bachelor of Midwifery
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Bachelor of Midwifery is for those who want to become registered midwives and work in maternity settings such as hospitals, birth centres and other community agencies. Bachelor of Midwifery students will do midwifery clinical practice throughout the course in hospital and community settings. The students will also engage with a minimum of ten women to follow their pregnancy, labour, birth and postnatal care journey called their Continuity of Care Experiences (CCE). This experience involves the student recruiting the woman in early pregnancy and attending appointments throughout. If possible, the student attends the labour and birth and follows the woman after discharge home up to six weeks following birth.
Delivery mode
Australian Catholic University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
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Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
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...
Remote Area Nurse
A Remote Area Nurse in Australia provides essential healthcare to isolated communities, serving as the primary contact for patients. Their duties i...
Lactation Consultant
A Lactation Consultant supports mothers and babies in breastfeeding practices, ensuring they receive the best possible care during the breastfeedin...
Clinical Facilitator
A Clinical Facilitator supports the education and development of preregistration nursing and midwifery students in clinical settings. You might wor...
About Australian Catholic University
Within the Catholic intellectual tradition and acting in Truth and Love, Australian Catholic University is committed to the pursuit of knowledge, the dignity of the human person and the common good.
Our mission is at the heart of everything we do at ACU. It guides our approach to learning and teaching, our welcoming and engaging on-campus culture, and our commitment to building a better society by producing graduates willing to invest in this same commitment.
