Bachelor of Science (Nursing)/Bachelor of Science (Midwifery)

About the course

This ECU dual degree combines Nursing and Midwifery and is unique in Western Australia. It prepares you for entry-level practice as both a registered nurse and a registered midwife, broadening your options across hospital, community and maternity services. You’ll build professional capability through accredited study designed for contemporary healthcare settings in a Bachelor-level nursing and midwifery program. The programme develops clinical skills, patient care fundamentals, and health sciences knowledge for registered practice pathways.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles as a registered nurse and a registered midwife, supporting people across acute care, community health and maternity services. Career pathways may include hospital nursing, antenatal and postnatal care, birth suite support, women’s health services, and regional health settings. This double qualification helps open opportunities across diverse clinical environments in Bachelor-level Nursing and Midwifery. Preparing graduates for nursing, allied health, and community care professional registration and graduate roles.

Entry requirements

75 Indicative ATAR. ECU admission and English language requirements apply.

Living Costs in Perth**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)