Bachelor of Midwifery at Griffith University Logan Campus

At Griffith University’s Logan Campus, the Bachelor of Midwifery program is designed to provide students with a rich blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience. This approach ensures that you not only learn the essential concepts of midwifery but also gain practical skills that are crucial for your future career. The program emphasizes experiential learning through various facilities and tools that simulate real-world scenarios, allowing you to develop your competencies in a supportive environment.

Here are some key aspects of the experiential learning opportunities available in the Bachelor of Midwifery program:

- State-of-the-art Simulation Labs: Engage in realistic clinical simulations using high-fidelity manikins and equipment that mimic real-life birthing scenarios.
- Clinical Placements: Gain invaluable experience through placements in hospitals and community health settings, where you will work alongside experienced midwives and healthcare professionals.
- Group Projects: Collaborate with fellow students on group assignments that encourage teamwork and enhance your problem-solving skills in midwifery practice.
- Digital Tools: Utilize advanced software and digital resources for learning and assessment, including electronic health records and simulation software.
- Field Trips: Participate in field trips to various healthcare facilities, providing insights into different midwifery practices and environments.
- Research Laboratories: Access dedicated research facilities where you can engage in projects that contribute to the advancement of midwifery knowledge and practice.
- Library Resources: Benefit from extensive library resources, including access to medical journals, textbooks, and online databases tailored to midwifery studies.
- Supportive Learning Environment: Take advantage of the supportive atmosphere at Logan Campus, where faculty and staff are dedicated to your success and professional development.

Graduates of Griffith University’s Bachelor of Midwifery are highly sought after across Australia’s healthcare sector, with opportunities in public hospitals, private maternity clinics, community health services, and rural healthcare settings. The degree prepares you for rewarding careers as a Registered Midwife, Maternal and Child Health Practitioner, Clinical Midwifery Educator, or Women’s Health Specialist. With extensive clinical exposure and continuity-of-care experiences built into the program, you graduate job-ready and confident in supporting women and families through every stage of pregnancy and birth.

This strong career preparation is supported by several long-term progression opportunities:

• Griffith’s nursing and midwifery graduates enjoy excellent employment outcomes, with nearly 100% of graduates gaining employment within six months of graduation.
• You will receive career support through Griffith’s Careers and Employment Service, including resume workshops, interview preparation, networking opportunities, and access to job listings specifically for health students and graduates.
• The program includes extensive clinical placements across hospitals and healthcare organisations, helping students build professional connections and real-world experience before graduation.
• Griffith University maintains strong partnerships with healthcare providers and maternity services, including collaborations with major hospitals and health networks across Queensland, giving students exposure to diverse clinical environments.
• The degree is accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC), making graduates eligible to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA)—a qualification recognised both nationally and internationally.
• Midwifery graduates in Australia can expect competitive starting salaries, typically ranging from AUD 65,000–85,000 annually, with opportunities for higher earnings through experience and specialisation.
• Griffith is ranked among Australia’s leading universities for nursing and midwifery, enhancing the long-term value and reputation of your qualification.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing the Bachelor of Midwifery, you can continue your studies through postgraduate qualifications such as a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, or Master’s degree in areas including Advanced Midwifery Practice, Women’s Health, Public Health, Healthcare Leadership, or Nursing Science. Students interested in research and academic careers may also progress into honours or Higher Degree Research programs such as a Master by Research or PhD, opening pathways into clinical leadership, university teaching, and specialised maternal health research.