Graduate Diploma of Midwifery

The University of Notre Dame Australia is a prestigious institution that holds a prominent position among Australian universities. With campuses spanning from Sydney, New South Wales on the east coast, to the vibrant town of Broome and the picturesque city of Fremantle in Perth, Western Australia, Notre Dame offers students a unique opportunity to study their chosen degree across multiple locations. This flexibility allows international students to experience different cultures, landscapes, and academic environments, enhancing their educational journey. With a commitment to academic excellence and a strong focus on values-based education, Notre Dame provides students with a holistic learning experience that combines rigorous academics with personal growth and community engagement.

At The University of Notre Dame Australia, our highly-respected Graduate Diploma of Midwifery degree is the entry to practice program for Registered Nurses who wish to gain additional registration as a Registered Midwife. Woman-centred care is the basis of this program, which reflects contemporary national and international best practice. The full-time 18-month postgraduate program combines theory, research, and professional practice so that students can embark on a career in midwifery with confidence. This is a blended-learning program which includes intensive on-campus study blocks and immersive online learning experiences, enabling midwifery students to undertake this program whether located in metropolitan or regional / remote locations. The professional practice component provides students with 27 weeks equivalent of full-time clinical experience where students apply midwifery theory to practice in a variety of quality midwifery settings