Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Otago PolytechnicMaster of Midwifery
This course is available
On-Campus, Online
Level of Study
Master's Degree
Duration
2 years
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Campus
Dunedin Campus
Summary
Choose this intensive programme if you want to pursue independent research and scholarship. This internationally recognised programme has a strong focus on research and theory. You can also build on your Postgraduate Diploma to achieve your degree.
About the programmeAlready practising as a registered midwife but want to develop advanced skills through independent research and scholarship? This internationally recognised programme has a strong research focus and builds on the knowledge and skills gained during the Postgraduate Diploma in Midwifery through the provision of intensive study supported by two research supervisors.
During this programme, you will benefit from the support and advice from experienced lecturers and make use of our extensive networks to increase your career prospects. You'll need to attend two Thesis Schools each year; these are online so you can attend from wherever you are.
The Thesis Schools are an opportunity for you to present your progress to lecturers and your peers in the programme, to seek feedback and contribute to the discussions about the work of others, a fertile ground for great ideas!
Studying part-timeWe know full-time study isn't always possible so we offer a flexible, part-time study option for this programme - talk to us about what will suit you best!
Entry criteria
Academic requirementsYou must be a registered midwife and hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Midwifery with a B grade average, OR equivalent.
Consideration for direct entry into the 180-credit Master's programme will require presentation of a portfolio which demonstrates appropriate academic and personal skills.
These include: Completion of 60 credits of postgraduate study (or equivalent) Eligibility for cross-crediting of postgraduate level courses completed elsewhere Portfolio of publications Presentation of a comprehensive and well-structured research proposal Completed research projects or ongoing involvement in collaborative research projects which demonstrate understanding and facility with research processes Midwifery experience which could include an extensive practice history including project work undertaken during self- or institutional employment.
International requirements and equivalenceTo enter Otago Polytechnic's undergraduate certificates, diplomas and degrees, you need to have achieved a secondary school qualification that is equivalent to New Zealand's NCEA levels (National Certificate of Educational Achievement).
This information is available by country on our Equivalent academic entry requirements page.
For New Zealand registered midwives If English is not your first language, you must provide: Overall Academic IELTS 7.5 (achieved in one test completed in the last two years), OR Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS (see here for internationally recognised proficiency tests and proficiency outcomes for international students).
For International midwifery students who are not registered in New Zealand If English is not your first language, you must provide: Overall Academic IELTS 6.5 (achieved in one test completed in the last two years) Speaking band >/=7.0 Listening band >/=7.0 No individual band less than 6.0, OR Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS (see here for internationally recognised proficiency tests and proficiency outcomes for international students).
If you need to improve your English Language skills, we offer a wide range of English programmes.
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