Master of Midwifery

About the programme

Already practising as a registered midwife but want to develop advanced skills through independent research and scholarship?

This internationally-recognised programme has a strong research focus and builds on the knowledge and skills gained during the Postgraduate Diploma in Midwifery through the provision of more demanding and intensive study. 

During this programme, you will benefit from the support and advice from experienced lecturers and make use of our extensive networks to increase your career prospects. You'll need to attend two Thesis Schools each year; these are online so you can attend from wherever you are studying. The Thesis Schools are an opportunity for you to present your progress to lecturers and your peers in the programme, to seek feedback and contribute to the discussions about the work of others, a fertile ground for great ideas!

Studying part-time

We know part-time study isn't always possible so we offer a part-time study option for this programme - talk to us about what will suit you best!

Entry

Entry requirements

• You must be a registered midwife and hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Midwifery with a B grade average, OR equivalent.
• Consideration for direct entry into the 180-credit Master's programme will require presentation of a portfolio which demonstrates appropriate academic and personal skills. These include:
  • Completion of 60 credits of postgraduate study (or equivalent)
  • Eligibility for cross-crediting of postgraduate level courses completed elsewhere
  • Portfolio of publications
  • Presentation of a comprehensive and well-structured research proposal
  • Completed research projects or ongoing involvement in collaborative research projects which demonstrate understanding and facility with research processes
  • Midwifery experience which could include an extensive practice history including project work undertaken during self- or institutional employment.
• International students will be individually assessed to ensure they meet the entry requirements. Click here for your country's equivalent entry criteria.

For New Zealand registered midwives: 

• If English is not your first language, you must provide:
  • Overall Academic IELTS 7.5  (achieved in one test completed in the last two years), OR
  • Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS (see here for NZQA proficiency table and here for list of recognised proficiency tests).

For International midwifery students who are not registered in New Zealand:

• If English is not your first language, you must provide:
  • Overall Academic IELTS 6.5 (achieved in one test completed in the last two years)
    • Speaking band >/=7.0
    • Listening band >/=7.0
    • No individual band less than 6.0, OR
  • Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS (see here for NZQA proficiency table and here for list of recognised proficiency tests).

If you need to improve your English Language skills, we offer a wide range of English programmes.