University of Technology Sydney
3 years full time
The Bachelor of Midwifery at UTS prepares graduates to become confident, competent midwives with the skills and knowledge to provide woman-centred care throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. This three-year program combines theoretical knowledge, practical simulations, and over 1,000 hours of clinical experience, making it ideal for aspiring healthcare professionals committed to supporting women and families.
Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level. Any two units of English and any two units of science and mathematics are recommended. The lowest selection rank for recent school leavers in Autumn 2026 intake was 85.2. Applicants over 20 without competitive recognised academic qualifications are encouraged to complete a TAFE diploma or sit a Special Tertiary Admissions Test. Clinical placement requires mandatory vaccinations, police checks, Working with Children Check, and mask-fit testing. Students must maintain compliance status throughout their degree.
The program comprises 23 core midwifery subjects across three years. First year focuses on building foundational midwifery knowledge including pregnancy, birth, newborn care, and breastfeeding through simulation and placement experiences. Second year expands clinical experience across maternity settings, covering newborn care, complex pregnancy and birth, perinatal mental health, and culturally safe practice. Third year develops advanced clinical expertise through leadership and research-informed learning, completing continuity of care with 20 women. Core subjects include Midwifery Practice (1-6), Foundation of Midwifery Practice, Transition to Parenthood, Anatomy and Physiology: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Translating Research into Midwifery Practice, Promoting, Protecting and Supporting Breastfeeding, Introductory Pharmacology and Microbiology, Perinatal Mental Health, Power, Politics and Midwifery, Care of the Newborn, Midwifery as Primary Healthcare, Optimising Physiological Processes in Childbearing, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health: Women and Babies, Navigating a Midwifery Career Pathway, Working Within a Strengths-Based Midwifery Model, Synthesizing Midwifery and Research Translation, and Leadership in Midwifery.
UTS is the pioneer of the Bachelor of Midwifery in New South Wales, delivering distinctive curriculum aligned with international midwifery standards. The program is accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) and approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA), ensuring graduates meet the highest standards for professional registration. UTS combines world-class facilities, expert faculty including researchers and experienced practitioners, and partnerships with healthcare organisations, providing students with immersive learning experiences that prepare them for successful careers in midwifery.
Graduates are prepared to provide safe, evidence-informed, and woman-centred care across pregnancy, birth, and the postnatal period. Career options include clinical midwife roles in hospitals, birth centres, community centres, and home birth programs; clinical midwife consultant positions; midwifery education and management roles; midwifery research and academia; lactation consultant positions; and policy officer roles in maternity service improvement. With over 1,000 hours of clinical experience and continuity of care with 20 women, graduates are ready to work confidently across diverse maternity settings and pursue leadership opportunities in healthcare.
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