C03049v3 Master of Midwifery (Research)

This degree is designed for registered midwives wanting to develop research skills that have practical application for innovations in the healthcare industry and scholarly understanding of midwifery practice.

It enables informed participation in research endeavours and clinical practice innovation and improvement.

Students extend and deepen their knowledge of a specialised area in midwifery through a program of supervised research.This course assists students to complete original research that contributes to knowledge in their field within an international context.

Research at UTS takes place in a dynamic and outcomes-oriented environment.

The university attracts students who want to develop their knowledge and expertise within a professional and stimulating framework.

Students are a part of a lively and vigorous research culture, working closely with academic staff and health industry partners.

This course is a structured program of study incorporating research preparation subjects undertaken in the first year and the production of a research thesis for examination.

Students are required to undertake a candidature assessment at the end of the first two sessions for full-time students, and at the end of the first three sessions for part-time students. Students work closely with a principal supervisor and a supervisory panel, and are required to report on their progress each session.

Course completion requirements

Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate research studies.

Applicants are required to have authorisation to practise as a registered midwife. Applicants are also required to submit a research proposal and have the agreement of a suitable supervisor at the time of application.

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 7.0 overall with a writing score of 7.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 584-609 overall with TWE of 5.0, internet based: 94-101 overall with a writing score of 27; or AE6: Pass; or PTE: 65-72; or CAE: 185-190.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

International students

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.