Bachelor of Science (Midwifery)

Yes, this course is accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council and approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. Upon graduating, you can apply for registration as a midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.

You will develop clinical skills through supervised placements in maternity units, and follow individuals through their childbirth journey using the Continuity of Care Experience approach. You will also practise midwifery in a simulated hospital ward with realistic, computer-controlled manikins – including a pregnant woman who can birth a 'newborn'. During placements, you may also be eligible for the Commonwealth Prac Payment.

You must meet Curtin's English language requirements. For IELTS Academic, you need an overall band score of 7, with individual scores of 7 in Writing, Speaking, Reading, and Listening. If you've completed a different English test or qualification, you may be able to use it to meet this requirement.

Yes, to undertake fieldwork placements you must meet several requirements including: a student declaration, AHPRA registration, criminal record screening and clearance, immunisation, hand hygiene, manual handling, working with children clearance, and communicable diseases requirements.

This course is suitable for both school leavers and mature-age students. Entry pathways include secondary education (minimum ATAR 80), university study (course switching), work and life experience (via STAT), and vocational education (AQF Diploma or Advanced Diploma or higher).