Master of Midwifery Studies

Grounded in the provision of woman-centred, primary midwifery care, the University of Newcastle s Master of Midwifery Studies combines contemporary theories encompassing a holistic view of midwifery, which includes the social, emotional, cultural and psychophysiological factors, which influence health and wellbeing. Our program provides core midwifery courses in contemporary midwifery; international perspectives on indigeneity and examining culturally diverse approaches to childbirth; and, optimising childbearing to extend your understanding of normal psychophysiology and factors which optimise maternal and fetal health from prior to conception to six weeks postpartum. At the completion of your Master of Midwifery Studies you will have an in-depth understanding of contemporary midwifery theories and practice which will enable you to demonstrate leadership within the midwifery profession and contemporary maternity services.