Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Midwifery

Deakin University

Australia, Burwood

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Deakin University

Australia , Burwood

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

057656M

Application Fee

AUD 55

Campuses

Burwood (Melbourne)

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines8-Jul-2024

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 39,800 / year

Next Intake 8-Jul-2024

Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Midwifery

About

Midwives play an invaluable role in facilitating childbirth and caring for mothers and babies throughout pregnancy, labour and beyond. With Deakin's combined Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Midwifery, you will graduate ready to gain registration as both a nurse and a midwife, opening the door to a truly rewarding and diverse career. Deakin graduates are highly sought-after for their ability to provide quality person-centred, evidence-based care, focused towards improving patient outcomes.

Throughout this four-year course you will engage in experiential learning in our purpose-built Clinical Simulation Centres, along with our extensive clinical placement program. Involving over 40 weeks of real-world experience, clinical placements enable you to develop skills in a range of areas and settings, including hospitals and community health centres in metropolitan, rural and regional areas.

Aspiring to enter the health care sector with the confidence to succeed as both a nurse and a midwife?

Gain a valuable mix of hands-on clinical practice and theory with a nursing and midwifery school thats ranked in the top 1% of universities globally.* As one of the most research-active schools in Australia, our School of Nursing and Midwifery boasts some of the best facilities and resources available. Equipment and facilities include:

cardiac monitoring devices
disposable dressing packs
high-fidelity human-patient simulators
resuscitation trolleys
wall oxygen and suction.

Plus, our clinical placement program gives you the opportunity to develop skills in a range of areas, such as:

maternity care, including antenatal, birthing and post-natal
neonatal care
Paediatrics
acute/sub-acute care
medical and surgical care
aged care
Rehabilitation
community nursing
mental health nursing.

You will learn the knowledge, skills and ethical behaviours appropriate for contemporary nursing and midwifery practice in health care. Youll also gain real-world experience by spending approximately half of your degree on clinical placement in various healthcare settings.

With help from our industry leading academics, youll bring your practical knowledge to life when you begin your nursing practice. These competencies will ensure you achieve the standards expected of registered nurses and registered midwives in a variety of contexts.

As a nurse and midwife, youll be part of the largest health professional group in the world. This means your skills will be in-demand, both in Australia and overseas.

*QS World University Rankings by Subject 2020

Develop specialist skills in midwifery and nursing with a Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Midwifery at Deakin University. Learn more about the course here.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Complete foundation studies and/or a diploma program at Deakin College or at one of Deakin's TAFE partners.

English Program Requirements

All students must be able to prove that they can meet our English language requirements. Our English language requirements are divided into five bands – from Band A through to Band E. These Bands indicate the level of English required to undertake the course, with Band E representing the highest English skill level required.

You will be able to provide evidence of your English language skills if you have:

completed an English language test such as IELTS, Pearson, TOEFL or Cambridge
- Applicants who are unable to sit standard tests due to public health concerns relating to the COVID-19 pandemic can complete an online English language test such as IELTS Indicator, OET@Home, TOEFL Special Home Edition.
completed some types of university (tertiary) or high-school (secondary) studies
completed an approved English subject in IB Diploma, Australian Year 12 or other high school qualifications
lived and worked in an English speaking country for at least five years.

These requirements are different for prospective undergraduate and postgraduate students. For the most up-to-date English language requirements, please visit the English Language Admission Criteria procedure.

Career

Nursing and midwifery are careers rich with opportunity, you will be highly sought after by industry for your knowledge, critical thinking, problems solving and communication skills, professionalism, and the ability to provide woman-centred and person-centred evidence-based care â€“ which is why we are proud to record a high graduate employment rate of over 93%*.

As a registered nurse and registered midwife, you can pursue a global career in a range of work settings, such as:

hospitals
homes
hospices
aged care settings
clinics
schools
universities
government agencies and private industries

Nursing and midwifery are diverse professions with a number of specialty practice areas available, it is expected that graduates will maintain professional development throughout their careers. This may include postgraduate degrees and/or research degrees, including masters and PhDs.

* Graduate Outcomes Survey 221

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 39,800 / year

Application Fee

AUD 55

How to Apply

Whether you are ready to start your application now or want to know what is involved, our video and step-by-step guide will help you understand the Deakin application process.

As an international student you can apply directly through Deakin or with the help of one of our overseas representatives. Many degrees accept applications throughout the year, with intakes in all three trimesters.

The first step is choosing which degree is right for you, and which campus you want to study at. Use Deakin’s Find a course tool to browse our study areas or use the handy search filters to find your dream degree.

Each course description will tell you its specific intake dates so you will know when to apply, how to apply as an international student and what the course entry requirements are.

Looking for help with your application? Deakin University has a number of offices as well as representatives around the world who can answer all your questions about Deakin and help you with your application.

Deakin also has a network of experienced overseas agents in various parts of the world who can help you through the application process, and provide advice and information on Deakin University and its degrees.

Students from certain regions will need to submit their application through a Deakin authorised agent. You can visit our Deakin representatives page to learn more about the countries included and find an authorised agent nearest to you.