Bachelor of Midwifery / Bachelor of Nursing
Victoria University (VU)
Course Details
Prepare for a career supporting life and bringing new life into the world. Our double degree in midwifery and nursing gives you the knowledge and skills for two distinct, in-demand professions. During your Bachelor of Midwifery/Bachelor of Nursing degree, you’ll acquire practical skills for each profession – and the healthcare knowledge common to both. You'll practise your new skills in a safe environment on campus, using technology that simulates patient care. You'll also undertake many weeks’ supported clinical practice, working with real patients. By the time you graduate, you'll be work-ready – with genuine experience caring for women through pregnancy, childbirth, and post-birth.
Qualification: Bachelor Degree (Pass)
Course structure: 384 credit points of Core Midwifery and Nursing studies.
Police check: Students must complete a National Police Records check prior to undertaking hospital/agency placements on an annual basis. Working with Children Check: Students must complete a Working with Children Check prior to undertaking clinical placements. Health status: Students must be prepared to declare their fitness for practice and immunization status prior to undertaking hospital/agency placements.