La Trobe University

Overview

Enhance your midwifery expertise and leadership skills with a Professional Doctorate in Midwifery from La Trobe University. This comprehensive program integrates coursework with research-focused learning, ensuring that you are well-equipped to achieve practice-informed outcomes in the field of midwifery.

What you'll study

Curriculum overview: The Professional Doctorate program encompasses both coursework and a significant research component. You will build your research capabilities through core and elective subjects, ultimately applying these skills in your thesis.

• Year 1 (Research Foundations): You will engage in coursework designed to support your understanding of research design, literature review, critical analysis, and academic writing for publication.
• Work-Based Learning Opportunities: The program offers access to internships, mentoring, and industry-linked projects that connect academic learning to professional practice.
• Internship Option: Candidates who confirm their candidature and demonstrate satisfactory progress may apply to participate in an internship prior to thesis submission, subject to the relevant policies and procedures.
• Thesis: The program culminates in a research thesis focused on a practice-relevant topic in midwifery.

Note: Specific module titles, sequencing, and elective options may vary based on your candidature and the approval of your research plan.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for the Professional Doctorate at La Trobe University, you must meet the following academic requirements:

• A four-year degree; or
• A Master’s degree with a weighted average mark of 65 or above.

These qualifications must have been completed within the last ten years. Additionally, you should be eligible for professional practice registration in Australia (where applicable) and possess at least two years of professional practice experience.

Career prospects

Graduating with a Professional Doctorate in Midwifery opens up a myriad of career opportunities. You will be prepared for advanced roles in midwifery practice, leadership positions, and educational roles within healthcare settings. Your enhanced research skills will enable you to contribute to evidence-based practice and influence midwifery policies and standards.