Bachelor of Science (Nursing)/Bachelor of Science (Midwifery)
Edith Cowan University
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Campus location
Joondalup, Australia
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
8 semesters
Pace
Full time
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Introduction
This comprehensive course is unique in WA, preparing graduates for flexible career options in dynamic healthcare settings.
The course offers an innovative and broad study approach, with graduates ready for beginning-level practice in both midwifery and nursing. It provides students with the knowledge and skills to deliver high-quality care within the healthcare environment.
Professional Recognition
Accredited by: Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
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Curriculum
Course Details
Semester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup
Course Structure
Year 1 - Semester 1
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
NPU1101 | Nursing Practice 1 | 15 |
NUR1101 | Nursing in the Australian Healthcare System | 15 |
SCN1111 | Health Science 1 | 15 |
NUM1102 | Communication Skills for Nurses and Midwives | 15 |
MIP1203 | Midwifery Practice 1: Midwifery Principles and Beginning Competencies | 15 |
Year 1 - Semester 2
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
NPU1202 | Nursing Practice 2 | 15 |
NUM1204 | Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing and Midwifery | 15 |
NUM1203 | Health Assessment | 15 |
NUM1205 | Legal and Ethical Requirements in Nursing and Midwifery Practice | 15 |
MIT1101 | Dimensions of Healthy Childbearing | 15 |
Year 2 - Semester 1
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
NPU2303 | Nursing Practice 3 | 15 |
NUM2307 | Mental Health and Wellbeing in Clinical Practice 1 | 15 |
NUM2306 | Adult Health Care 1 | 15 |
NUM2308 | Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples' Health and Wellness | 15 |
MIP2101 | Midwifery Practice 2: Midwifery Practice in a Continuity of Care Environment | 15 |
Year 2 - Semester 2
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
NPU2404 | Nursing Practice 4 | 15 |
NUM2410 | Mental Health and Wellbeing in Clinical Practice 2 | 15 |
NUM2409 | Adult Health Care 2 | 15 |
MIT2101 | Antenatal and Postnatal Care of the Well Woman | 15 |
MIP2102 | Midwifery Practice 3: Developing Midwifery Competencies | 15 |
Year 3 - Semester 1
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
NUR2402 | Healthy Ageing and Chronic Conditions | 15 |
NPU3505 | Nursing Practice 5 | 15 |
NUM3511 | Community Health Care in Nursing and Midwifery Practice | 15 |
MIT3101 | Midwifery Care of the Well Neonate | 15 |
Year 3 - Semester 2
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
NUR3503 | Nursing Children and Young People | 15 |
NUR3504 | Transitioning to the Role of Registered Nurse | 15 |
NUM3612 | Research and Teaching in Clinical Practice | 15 |
MIP3101 | Midwifery Practice 4: Intrapartum Midwifery Care of the Well Woman and Baby | 15 |
Year 4 - Semester 1
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
MIT4103 | Professional Portfolio for Midwifery | 15 |
NUR3605 | Nursing Leadership, Governance and Culture | 15 |
MIT4101 | Applied Pathophysiology and Pharmacology for Midwifery | 15 |
MIP4209 | Midwifery Practice 5: Continuing Midwifery Practice Competence | 15 |
Year 4 - Semester 2
Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
NUR3606 | Contemporary Issues in Nursing | 15 |
MIT4102 | Midwifery Care of Women and Babies with Complex Needs | 15 |
MIP4210 | Midwifery Practice 6: Midwifery Care Across the Spectrum | 15 |
NPU3606 | Nursing Practice 6 | 15 |
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Program Outcome
Course Learning Outcomes
- Access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from multiple sources using digital technologies to inform nursing and midwifery practice.
- Anticipate and identify potential challenges and develop appropriate nursing and midwifery strategies and solutions.
- Apply broad health knowledge to a range of theoretical and practical nursing and midwifery situations.
- Critically analyse, interpret and conceptualise complex nursing and midwifery practice.
- Demonstrate a global outlook with respect for cultural diversity, including Indigenous cultural competence.
- Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and judgement for own learning and professional nursing and midwifery practise in accordance with the NMBA Codes of Practice.
- Demonstrate the Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife Standards for Practice required by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia for registration.
- Independently communicate nursing and midwifery knowledge, concepts and values clearly and coherently.
- Work collaboratively within nursing and midwifery teams and with other health care professionals to ethically and effectively respond to diverse health care challenges.
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Possible future job titles
Midwife, Regional Midwife, Rural Midwife, Remote Midwife, Nurse, Registered Nurse, Comprehensive Registered Nurse.