Graduate Diploma of Midwifery

About the course

Designed for registered nurses seeking to specialise in midwifery, this 18-month blended Graduate Diploma combines immersive online learning with intensive on-campus blocks and extensive clinical placement experience. The program emphasises woman-centred care, contemporary best practice, critical thinking, technical competence and interprofessional teamwork across diverse midwifery settings. It includes a substantial practical component to build confidence for professional practice in a Graduate Diploma in Nursing.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared to work as midwives across a range of maternity care environments, including public and private hospitals, teaching hospitals and smaller health services in metropolitan, regional and remote settings. The program’s strong clinical focus supports transition into contemporary midwifery practice and meeting professional standards for registration. Career pathways centre on delivering woman-centred maternity care as a Graduate Diploma in Nursing. Preparing graduates for clinical leadership, health management, and advanced nursing or allied health specialist roles.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)