Course Overview

About This Course

Prepare for a career supporting life and bringing new life into the world. Our double degree in midwifery and nursing gives you the knowledge and skills for two distinct, in-demand professions. During your Bachelor of Midwifery/Bachelor of Nursing degree, you'll acquire practical skills for each profession – and the healthcare knowledge common to both. You'll practise your new skills in a safe environment on campus, using technology that simulates patient care. You'll also undertake many weeks' supported clinical practice, working with real patients. By the time you graduate, you'll be work-ready – with genuine experience caring for women through pregnancy, childbirth, and post-birth. We will teach you to understand your patients' health needs, as well as their social need to feel safe in your care, based on: up-to-date and evidence-informed health care, awareness and understanding of cultural safety and sensitivity, woman-centred and person-centred quality care, development of professional relationships and workplace integration. Nursing and midwifery complement each other perfectly, and give you choice and flexibility in your career. After graduating from this course, you'll be able to register and practise as a registered midwife and registered nurse.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

St Albans Campus, Victoria University, St Albans VIC (Years 1–2)

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Minimum ATAR: 67.65 (based on lowest selection rank including adjustments for 2025 intake)
Applicants with recent secondary education: Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) PLUS Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any other English other than EAL, PLUS Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in one of Biology, Chemistry, Health and Human Development, any Mathematics or Psychology
Applicants with VET/TAFE study: Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent) in Health Science or Nursing
Applicants with higher education study: Completion of at least one semester of an Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent) in Health Science or Nursing
Applicants with work & life experience: Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) more than two years ago PLUS Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in English (or equivalent) other than EAL, AND Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in one of Biology, Chemistry, Health and Human Development, any Mathematics or Psychology
Police check: Students must complete a National Police Records check prior to undertaking hospital/agency placements on an annual basis
Working with Children Check: Students must complete a Working with Children Check prior to undertaking clinical placements
Vaccinations: Evidence of mandatory documents and vaccinations for placement is a hurdle for specific units in year 2, year 3 and year 4; evidence of annual flu vaccination is also required
Fitness for Practice: Students must be prepared to declare their fitness for practice on admission and prior to undertaking hospital/agency placements by completing the Fitness for Practice Declaration Form
English language (NMBA standard): Applicants must meet the NMBA English language skills registration standard via one of: Primary Language Pathway (at least 6 years of primary and secondary education in English), Extended Education Pathway (5 years full-time education in English), or English Language Test Pathway (e.g. IELTS Academic minimum overall 7.0 with no band below 7.0 in reading, listening and speaking and no less than 6.5 in writing; or OET minimum 350 in listening/writing and 360 in speaking/reading; or PTE Academic minimum overall 63; or TOEFL iBT minimum total 91; or Cambridge C1 Advanced minimum overall 178; or Cambridge C2 Proficiency minimum overall 185)
Mandatory costs: Associated cost to obtain mandatory checks and immunisations is approximately $300 to over $500; lead time to complete mandatory requirements can take up to 5 months

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Registered midwives work in hospitals, group practices and the community sector in antenatal, birthing and postnatal units. Nursing graduates work in general practice, acute care, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, palliative care and health education. Many graduates hold nursing positions at Sunshine Hospital (Western Health) and the Royal Women's Hospital. Job titles include: registered midwife, registered nurse, nursing manager, nursing educator, clinical nurse specialist. When you graduate, you'll be eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia to practise as a registered nurse and registered midwife in the Australian healthcare system, and meet the standards to register with AHPRA.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

ANMAC

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units31 units

HBM1001

Anatomy and Physiology 1

HNB1001

The Professional Nurse and Midwife

HMB1001

Foundations of Midwifery

HNB1102

Foundations in Nursing 1

HNB1002

Primary Health Care Across the Lifespan

HBM1202

Anatomy and Physiology 2

HMB1002

Fundamentals of Midwifery and Nursing

HMB1003

Midwifery and Nursing Professional Practice Experience

HMB2001

Pathophysiology and Medications for Midwives

HNB2001

Contemporary Nursing A

HNB2003

Contemporary Nursing B

HNB2004

Professional Experience Placement 2 Nursing

AEK1203

Indigenous Health and Wellbeing

HMB2002

Midwifery Care 1: Developing Midwifery Practice

HMB2003

Midwifery Practice Experience 1

HNB2007

Research and Evidence Based Practice

HMB3001

Midwifery Care 2: Women with Complex Childbearing Needs

HMB3002

Midwifery Practice Experience 2

HNB2002

Contemporary Nursing and Mental Health A

HNB2006

Professional Experience Placement 3 Nursing Mental Health

HIP3001

Interprofessional Practice

HMB3003

Midwifery Care 3: Challenges in Contemporary Maternity Care

HMB3004

Supporting Newborn and Maternal Wellbeing

HMB3005

Women's Health

HMB4001

Transition to Professional Midwifery and Nursing Practice

HMB4002

Midwifery Practice Experience 3

HNB3001

Nursing in Specialty Areas

HNB3141

Nursing and Complex Care

HMB3006

Nursing Practice Experience - Consolidation

HMB4003

Midwifery Practice Experience 4 - Consolidation

HNB3002

Professional Experience Placement 4 Nursing

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Where will I study during this double degree, and does the campus change?

Yes, the campus changes depending on your year of study. You will study at the St Albans Campus for Years 1 and 2, and then move to the Sunshine Clinical School for Years 3 and 4.

How much clinical placement is included in this course?

You'll graduate career-ready, having spent 25 per cent of your course working in clinical placements. VU has practical nursing-placement opportunities in over 200 clinical venues, with strong partnerships with Western Health and Werribee Mercy Hospital. You'll also meet and follow at least 10 women through pregnancy, childbirth, and post-birth as part of your Continuity of Care Experiences (CoCE).

What are the mandatory requirements I need to complete before clinical placements?

Prior to undertaking placements, students must complete a National Police Records check (annually), a Working with Children Check, provide evidence of mandatory vaccinations (including annual flu vaccination), and complete a Fitness for Practice Declaration Form. Evidence must be provided by 5pm on Friday of Week 3 of the relevant Block. The associated cost is approximately $300 to over $500, and the lead time to complete all requirements can take up to 5 months.

What are the indicative fees for this course and is financial support available?

This course is offered as a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) for eligible students (Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens), with indicative fees of AU$4,738 per year for a full-time student in 2026. Students may also be eligible for a HELP loan, repaid through the tax system once earning above the compulsory repayment threshold. Additionally, the Commonwealth Practicum Payment (CPP) provides a cost-of-living payment to eligible domestic students undertaking mandatory placements.

What qualifications will I hold and what can I register as after graduating?

Upon graduating, you will hold both a Bachelor of Midwifery and a Bachelor of Nursing, and will be eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) to practise as both a registered nurse and a registered midwife. You will also meet the standards to register with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA). This course is accredited by the Australian Nursing & Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC).

Application

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Upcoming Intakes

09 February 2026

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $70,000 to $85,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $85,000 to $100,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $100,000 to $125,000 per year

Career Paths

Graduate Registered MidwifeRegistered MidwifeClinical MidwifeMidwifery Group Practice (MGP) MidwifeClinical Midwife Specialist

Key Skills

Antenatal assessment and pregnancy monitoringIntrapartum care and management of normal labour and birthPostnatal and newborn careNeonatal resuscitation and emergency responseCardiotocography (CTG) interpretation and fetal surveillance

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