Master of Midwifery (Research)
Master of Midwifery (Research)
Interested in a career in research? If you can demonstrate that you’ve engaged in midwifery practice, and have a relevant undergraduate degree, or an equivalent qualification, we want to hear from you. In this course, you can explore an area of particular interest and learn how to be an independent…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Interested in a career in research?
If you can demonstrate that you’ve engaged in midwifery practice, and have a relevant undergraduate degree, or an equivalent qualification, we want to hear from you. In this course, you can explore an area of particular interest and learn how to be an independent researcher under the supervision of leaders in midwifery.
Course learning outcomes
Apply cognitive, technical and creative skills to explore and extend contemporary practice through research activities.
Apply communication and collaboration skills to analyse and disseminate research that makes a contribution to knowledge in the field of midwifery.
Reflect critically on a complex body of midwifery knowledge, research principles and methods to demonstrate mastery in the field of midwifery.
Use high-level self-management skills to plan and execute a substantial piece of research.
Career Opportunities
The course will enhance current clinical practice for those in clinical practice positions and provides the potential to move into research intensive positions.
Possible future job titles
Midwife, research, higher degree by research
REQUIREMENTS
All applicants are required to have demonstrated engagement in midwifery practice, and have a relevant undergraduate degree, with equivalents considered.
Academic admission requirements (Band 8) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
Bachelor degree in a cognate discipline; or
Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience.
English competency requirements:
IELTS Academic: overall minimum score of 7.0 (no individual band less than 7.0) or any other equivalent test approved by AHPRA.
TOEFL iBT: TOEFL iBT: 84 (with no score below 17)
TOEFL Paper-Based Test (PBT): Minimum score of 573, including Test of Written English of 5.0 or better. (Results are typically valid for only 2 years)
Pearson Test of English (PTE): PTE Academic 58, with no score less than 50 for postgraduate standard entry courses. (Results are typically valid for only 2 years)
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Edith Cowan University (ECU) is a large, multi-campus institution serving communities in Western Australia and internationally.ECU was awarded university status in 1991, but despite its relative youth, the University has a proud history of more than a century of service to education in Western Australia and is recognised for its teaching and learning, excellence in research, and partnerships with the community.We have more than 23,300 students, including around 18,500 undergraduates and 4,800 postgraduates. Approximately 3,600 international students attend the University, originating from 104 countries.We are a progressive University with courses developed through ongoing industry input, and employing lecturers who engage fully with their students. We’re a university that knows while knowledge is important, understanding comes from experience –experience that enables you to adapt what you’ve learned to whatever opportunities come your way. Because that’s when you do more than just survive in this world. You thrive in it.
