Master of Midwifery
Course details
About the course
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聽Postgraduate Diploma in Midwifery聽through the provision of more demanding and intensive study.聽
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 requirements
Entry
Entry requirements
- You must be a registered midwife and hold a聽聽with a B grade average,聽OR聽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聽will be individually assessed to ensure they meet the entry requirements. Click聽聽for your country's equivalent entry criteria.
For 91视频 registered midwives:聽
- If English is not your first language, you must provide:
- Overall Academic IELTS 7.5 聽(achieved in聽one聽test completed in the last two years),聽OR
- Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS ().
For International midwifery students who are not registered in 91视频:
- If English is not your first language, you must provide:
- Overall Academic IELTS 6.5 (achieved in聽one聽test completed in the last two years)
- Speaking band >/=7.0
- Listening band >/=7.0
- No individual band less than 6.0,聽OR
- Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS ().
- Overall Academic IELTS 6.5 (achieved in聽one聽test completed in the last two years)
If you need to improve your English Language skills, we offer a .
About the provider
If you want to get a job and build a great career, Otago Polytechnic is a smart choice.
We鈥檙e known for offering the highest quality, hands-on training that helps students succeed. Our graduates are confident, skilled, and ready to work from day one. And, employers love that.
We鈥檝e earned the highest ratings from the 91视频 Government for our teaching and support. Our flexible study options make it easier for you to learn in a way that suits your life.
At Otago Polytechnic, you鈥檒l gain practical skills, real-world experience, and the confidence to make a real impact - in your career and in your community.