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2019 POSTGRADUATE
COURSE GUIDE
NURSING AND
MIDWIFERY
COURSEWORK AND RESEARCH DEGREES
Make tomorrow better. healthsciences.curtin.edu.au
NURSING AND
MIDWIFERY AT CURTIN
Our nursing and midwifery postgraduate degrees offer a balance of theory and practical GRADUATE ENTRY FOUNDATION Completion of this enabling course may
study, letting you build on your current skills to prepare for the next step in your career COURSE allow entry to: INDUSTRY SNAPSHOT
as a nurse or midwife. • Master of Occupational Therapy
This course is for students who want to Nursing is one of the largest health
start a career in health, but have a degree • Master of Nursing Practice
• Master of Pharmacy professions in Australia. In 2017 there
Many of our postgraduate courses can WHY STUDY A POSTGRADUATE in a different field. The enabling course
were more than 387,000 registered
be tailored to suit specialised healthcare allows domestic students who have • Master of Physiotherapy
DEGREE AT CURTIN? nurses and midwives.
interests, and are available on a part-time completed their undergraduate degree in • Master of Speech Pathology.
basis, allowing you to continue working ACCESS NEW KNOWLEDGE AND a different field to complete the essential Please note: entry to these master courses Nurses play a crucial role in providing
while you study. DISCOVERIES prerequisite undergraduate-level units for is competitive and a strong course weighted ongoing healthcare for communities
A Curtin health sciences degree can Ranked in the top one per cent application to our graduate entry master average is required. and individuals, and demand for the
FACILITIES give you access to the latest knowledge of universities worldwide in the courses.
For more information, visit profession is predicted to exceed
and research to help you improve the Academic Ranking of World courses.curtin.edu.au
SIMULATED HOSPITAL WARD You may select prerequisite units that supply by 2030. Factors influencing
standard of healthcare in Australia and Universities 2017.
We have invested more than AUD$2.5 you need to become eligible to apply for a this demand include an ageing
make a real difference to people’s lives,
million in a clinical simulated hospital postgraduate program. You can study a population, longevity of life and more
locally and globally.
ward to assist in the training of nurses maximum of four units. complex medical problems. Health
and midwives. The innovative setting is a MOVE UP THE CAREER LADDER areas forecast to have a high demand
replica of the hospital environment at the A postgraduate course can add new or for nurses include acute care, aged
Fiona Stanley Hospital in Perth and houses specialist skills and knowledge to your care, critical care and emergency, and
simulation rooms that mimic acute medical repertoire. Our postgraduate coursework mental health.
and surgical areas, a critical care area, a and research programs are diverse, ranging
paediatric area and a general hospital room. from life sciences and clinical sciences to
Text taken from nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au
The non-clinical rooms are multi-purpose, population health sciences.
which enable simulations such as note-
taking, handover and case conferencing. CHANGE YOUR CAREER #3 in the Asia Pacific in the
Nature Index 2016 Rising
The facility is also capable of supporting A graduate entry master degree can give
interactive technologies used in augmented you the right skills to change careers. Stars supplement.
reality and virtual reality simulations. Take
a virtual tour: healthsciences.curtin.edu. GET AN EDGE IN THE JOB MARKET
au/about-us/facilities A postgraduate qualification may help
you stand out from other candidates in an
increasingly competitive job market.
PROFESSIONALLY RECOGNISED
Many of our courses are accredited
nationally and are internationally
recognised, allowing you to potentially work
in a number of countries around the world An international university, with
when you graduate. campuses in Dubai, Malaysia,
Singapore and Western Australia.
Disclaimer International students
Information in this publication is correct as at December 2017 but may be subject to change. International students studying in Australia on a student visa can only study full-time and there are also specific entry requirements that must be met. As some information contained in this publication
In particular, the University reserves the right to change the content and/or method of assessment, to change or alter tuition fees of any unit of study, to withdraw any unit of study or program which it may not be applicable to international students, see international.curtin.edu.au for further information. Australian citizens, permanent residents and international students studying outside Australia may
offers, to impose limitations on enrolment in any unit or program, and/ or to vary arrangements for any program. This material does not purport to constitute legal or professional advice. Curtin accepts no have the choice of full-time, part-time and external study, depending on course availability and in-country requirements.
responsibility for and makes no representations, whether express or implied, as to the accuracy or reliability in any respect of any material in this publication. Except to the extent mandated otherwise by Copyright Curtin University
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CRICOS Provider code 00301J
ADV103249
CHILD AND ADOLESCENT CLINICAL LEADERSHIP
HEALTH NURSING
The following three courses offer effective and specific education for registered generalist, child and adolescent community health This master degree course will enhance your professional career development and
nurses. They provide you with relevant skills and knowledge based on a primary healthcare framework, and enable you to address the prepare you for a leadership role in a healthcare setting. You will learn clinical theory WHAT IS A CLINICAL
specific socio-cultural health needs of individuals, families, groups and whole communities. and conduct clinical research, develop core skills in critical thinking and decision LEADER?
making, and understand the multiple roles of clinical leaders.
A clinical leader must be as proficient
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN CHILD GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN CHILD AND CHILD AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH in relational skills as they are in
AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH NURSING ADOLESCENT HEALTH NURSING NURSING MAJOR (MSC ADVANCED The course will give you the skills to apply INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (INCLUDING clinical skills. Clinical leaders are seen
for managerial and leadership roles within STUDENTS STUDYING IN SINGAPORE) as experts in their field who use their
NURSING PRACTICE)
COURSE ESSENTIALS COURSE ESSENTIALS healthcare teams, units and organisations, A recognised bachelor degree in a relevant interpersonal abilities to inspire and
COURSE ESSENTIALS including at executive levels. health field (with a course weighted average enable other nurses and health care
COURSE CODE LOCATION DURATION COURSE CODE LOCATION DURATION
of at least 70) or equivalent, AND current providers to deliver quality patient care.
COURSE CODE LOCATION DURATION CLINICAL LEADERSHIP MAJOR registration as a general nurse in Division
1 2
year years
GC-CAHNU Perth part- GD-CAHNU Perth part- (MSC HEALTH PRACTICE) One with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of
3
time time years
MJRP-CAHNG Perth part- Australia, or equivalent nursing registration
time
COURSE ESSENTIALS
in your home country.
STUDY MODE INTAKE STUDY MODE INTAKE COURSE CODE LOCATION DURATION
You must also have a minimum of one-year
STUDY MODE INTAKE
years postgraduate experience in a clinical area of
Part-time Feb, July Part-time Feb, July
Part-time Feb, July
MJRP-CLINL
Perth,
Singapore* 1.5 full-
time
practice.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
Please note: this course is only available to Please note: this course is only available to This course requires a higher level of English
CRICOS CODE STUDY MODE INTAKE
Australian and New Zealand students. Australian and New Zealand students. Please note: this course is only available to language proficiency: IELTS (Academic)
Australian and New Zealand students. Full-time, overall band of 7.0 with a minimum of 7.0 in
ADMISSION CRITERIA ADMISSION CRITERIA 096303B
part-time
Feb each band (or equivalent English test).
A bachelor degree or equivalent and current You are required to complete certificate level ADMISSION CRITERIA
registration as a general nurse in Division before proceeding to diploma and master You are required to complete certificate and
International students: if you are studying in Australia on a
student visa, you must study on-campus and full-time.
One with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of level. diploma level before proceeding to master
Australia. level. *This course is available at the Curtin Singapore Campus
You must have a Graduate Certificate in to Singaporean and permanent resident applicants, or
Child and Adolescent Health Nursing (with You must have a Graduate Diploma in foreigners holding relevant working visas.
a course weighted average of at least 70) Child and Adolescent Health Nursing (with
or equivalent, and current registration as a course weighted average of at least 70) ADMISSION CRITERIA
a general nurse in Division One with the or equivalent, and current registration as
AUSTRALIAN AND NEW ZEALAND
Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. a general nurse in Division One with the
STUDENTS
Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
A bachelor degree in a relevant health field
(with a course weighted average of at least
70) or equivalent, OR current registration
as a general nurse in Division One with the
Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
You must also have a minimum of one-year
postgraduate experience in a clinical area of
practice.
CRITICAL CARE DIABETES
NURSING
In these courses you will learn the theoretical foundations of nursing science and core aspects of critical care nursing. When you enrol, you These courses advance your knowledge and skills in diabetes self-management while building your understanding of diabetes as a
will choose to specialise in emergency, intensive care, paediatric intensive care, neonatal intensive care, coronary care or high dependency, chronic disease and its associated health impacts. In the master degree course you can put your research skills to practice to complete
and develop advanced knowledge and clinical proficiency in the nursing care of critically ill patients within your chosen discipline. a supervised scholarly project, or a small-scale research study.
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN CRITICAL GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN CRITICAL CRITICAL CARE NURSING MAJOR GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN DIABETES GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN DIABETES DIABETES MAJOR (MSC HEALTH
CARE NURSING CARE NURSING (MSC ADVANCED NURSING PRACTICE) PRACTICE)
COURSE ESSENTIALS COURSE ESSENTIALS
COURSE ESSENTIALS COURSE ESSENTIALS COURSE ESSENTIALS COURSE ESSENTIALS
COURSE CODE LOCATION DURATION COURSE CODE LOCATION DURATION
COURSE CODE LOCATION DURATION COURSE CODE LOCATION DURATION COURSE CODE LOCATION DURATION COURSE CODE LOCATION DURATION
year years
years GC-DIABET Perth
1 part- GD-DIABET Perth
2 part- years
2 3
years
1 3
year
GD-CLNURS Perth part- time time MJRP-DIABE Perth part-
GC-CLINNU Perth part- MJRP-CLINN Perth part-
time time time time
STUDY MODE INTAKE STUDY MODE INTAKE
STUDY MODE INTAKE STUDY MODE INTAKE STUDY MODE INTAKE STUDY MODE INTAKE
Part-time July Part-time July
Part-time Feb Part-time July
Part-time Feb Part-time Feb
Please note: this course is only available Please note: this course is only available
to Australian and New Zealand students. to Australian and New Zealand students. Please note: this course is only available
Please note: this course is only available Please note: this course is only available Please note: this course is only available to Australian and New Zealand students.
to Australian and New Zealand students. to Australian and New Zealand students. to Australian and New Zealand students. ADMISSION CRITERIA ADMISSION CRITERIA
A bachelor degree or equivalent and a You are required to complete certificate level ADMISSION CRITERIA
ADMISSION CRITERIA ADMISSION CRITERIA ADMISSION CRITERIA
minimum of 12 months’ postgraduate before proceeding to diploma and master You are required to complete certificate and
A bachelor degree or equivalent and current You are required to complete certificate level You are required to complete certificate and experience in a specialist area of practice.
before proceeding to diploma and master level. diploma level before proceeding to master
registration as a general nurse in Division diploma level before proceeding to master
level. If you are an Indigenous Australian health level.
One with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of level. You must have a Graduate Certificate in
Australia. worker, you may gain entry to this course Diabetes (with a course weighted average of You must have a Graduate Diploma in
You must have a Graduate Certificate in You must have a Graduate Diploma in based on your current clinical practice,
Critical Care Nursing (with a course weighted at least 70) or equivalent, and a minimum Diabetes (with a course weighted average of
You should also have a minimum of 12 Critical Care Nursing (with a course weighted education experience and professional
average of at least 70) or equivalent, and of 12 months’ postgraduate experience in a at least 70) or equivalent, and a minimum
months’ experience in a specialist area of average of at least 70) or equivalent, and development.
current registration as a general nurse in specialist area of practice. of 12 months’ postgraduate experience in a
practice, and must be concurrently employed current registration as a general nurse in
Division One with the Nursing and Midwifery specialist area of practice.
in an approved area, working a minimum of Division One with the Nursing and Midwifery PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION If you are an Indigenous Australian health
24 hours per week. Board of Australia. Board of Australia. worker, you may gain entry to this course If you are an Indigenous Australian health
The Graduate Certificate in Diabetes is
You should also have a minimum of 12 recognised by the Australian Diabetes based on your current clinical practice, worker, you may gain entry to this course
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION You should also have a minimum of 12
months’ experience in a specialist area of Educators Association (ADEA) as an award education experience and professional based on your current clinical practice,
months’ experience in a specialist area of
Eligible registered nurses may be able to practice, and must be concurrently employed that can be used towards an application for development. education experience and professional
practice, and must be concurrently employed
use successful completion of this major in an approved area, working a minimum of credentialling with ADEA. development.
in an approved area, working a minimum of
as evidence for professional recognition, 24 hours per week. 24 hours per week.
for example by the Western Australian
Department of Health (Certificate Allowance). PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
Eligible registered nurses may be able to Eligible registered nurses may be able to
use successful completion of this major use successful completion of this major
as evidence for professional recognition, as evidence for professional recognition,
for example by the Western Australian for example by the Western Australian
Department of Health (Certificate Allowance). Department of Health (Certificate Allowance).
MIDWIFERY NURSING PRACTICE
This graduate diploma course for registered nurses leads to initial registration as a This graduate entry master degree course provides a comprehensive program of study
midwife. You will engage in critical thinking, self-discovery, self-direction and lifelong involving a diverse range of simulated practice and fieldwork, interprofessional learning,
learning. Through a combination of theory and practice, you will learn to apply evidence- contemporary blended learning and advanced clinical skill development.
based knowledge and skills in midwifery to provide safe care to both the mother and her
baby. The course emphasises close integration ADMISSION CRITERIA
of evidence-based theory and clinical
A bachelor degree or equivalent with a course
You will also study legislation and common You will also be required to recruit 10 practice. Theory content is comprehensive
weighted average of at least 70. However, as
law affecting midwifery practice and pregnant women over the 18 months of the and includes the physical, biological,
selection is competitive, this cut-off may be
complete supervised clinical practice in a course to follow their pregnancy, birth and psychological and social sciences.
higher.
maternity setting. postnatal journey, which will involve an on-
call component and include approximately MASTER OF NURSING PRACTICE You must also have completed a human
GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN MIDWIFERY 200 hours. Please be aware that you may biology unit and a research unit at tertiary
COURSE ESSENTIALS
need to be rotated to a larger health service level. If you do not have this background you
COURSE ESSENTIALS to gain clinical experience if this cannot be may be required to undertake additional
COURSE CODE LOCATION DURATION
obtained in your employing hospital. bridging units. Please refer to the information
COURSE CODE LOCATION DURATION “I graduated from high school wanting to years full- on the Health Sciences Graduate Entry “I really enjoyed the variety of clinical
years PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION work within the field of health to improve MG-NURSPR Perth
2 time, plus
Foundation course at the front of the placement experience this course offered – it
1.5
a summer
GD-MIDW Perth part- the care and services provided to people in term brochure. confirmed that nursing was the right career
time
This course is accredited by the Australian
Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council Western Australia. After studying psychology for me. I also liked that we only had a small
You will also be required to provide
and approved by the Nursing and Midwifery at Curtin, I started working at a busy supplementary information with your student cohort as it allowed me to get to
CRICOS CODE STUDY MODE INTAKE
STUDY MODE INTAKE Board of Australia. maternity hospital and I was instantly in application. For more information, visit know everyone and make some really great
awe of the power of women and midwives. Full-time, curtin.edu/nursing-prac-admission friends while studying. It also meant we
Successful graduates may be eligible to 064467B July
Full-time Feb, July Seeing the influential nature of midwives and part-time could support one another throughout our
apply for registration as a midwife with ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
the care and support they provided to their learning.”
the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Please note: international students studying in Australia on
Accreditation Council. patients made me want to follow in their This course requires a higher level of English
Please note: this course is only available a student visa must study on-campus and full-time. Kia Harris
footsteps. I completed a Master of Nursing language proficiency: IELTS (Academic)
to Australian and New Zealand students. Master of Nursing Practice
Practice at Curtin to develop sound clinical overall band of 7.0 with a minimum of 7.0
skills and I’m now completing a Graduate in each band (or equivalent English test).
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Diploma of Midwifery.
A bachelor degree in nursing or equivalent. PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
You are required to have secured an My goal is to provide women in pregnancy Successful graduates may be eligible to
employment position as a student midwife with continuity, care and support. I strive to apply for registration as a Registered Nurse
at a maternity hospital for the duration ensure every woman I work with feels safe, (Division 1) with the Nursing and Midwifery
of the clinical component of the course, validated and has been given evidenced- Board of Australia.
which involves a minimum of 1300 hours based information so she can make informed
of practice. Recent clinical experience is decisions regarding her pregnancy. I feel my
necessary. You are also required to submit a
training at Curtin has provided an excellent
current CV with your application.
framework for me to achieve this, and to
This course has high contact hours and you further develop my clinical skills.”
are expected to be available for lectures,
tutorials and midwifery practice for five full Kate Brazzale
days a week. This will also include being Graduate Diploma in Midwifery
available nights, weekends and during
semester break.
WOUND, OSTOMY AND
NURSE PRACTITIONER CONTINENCE PRACTICE
In this course you will explore theoretical and clinical practice components of the roles of In these courses you will focus on the care and management of patients with an ostomy (those who have had a bowel or
nurse practitioners and study advanced practice across a range of clinical applications. bladder diversion), and patients with continence conditions (those with bladder and bowel control issues) and associated skin
Your studies will focus particularly on professional accountability, competency to care complications. The courses will allow you to continue your work in your current practice setting and apply the skills and
practice, evidence-based practice, critical thinking, diagnostic reasoning, clinical knowledge you learn to your healthcare role.
decision making and the quality use of medicines.
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN WOUND, GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN WOUND, WOUND, OSTOMY AND CONTINENCE
As part of this course you will complete ADMISSION CRITERIA OSTOMY AND CONTINENCE PRACTICE OSTOMY AND CONTINENCE PRACTICE PRACTICE MAJOR (MSC HEALTH
two supervised internship practicums and
A bachelor degree or equivalent and a PRACTICE)
design and undertake a health project under COURSE ESSENTIALS COURSE ESSENTIALS
minimum postgraduate qualification in a
the guidance of our experienced staff. COURSE ESSENTIALS
clinical field with a course weighted average COURSE CODE LOCATION DURATION COURSE CODE LOCATION DURATION
of at least 70.
MASTER OF NURSE PRACTITIONER years COURSE CODE LOCATION DURATION
2
year
1
Perth, Perth,
You must also have current registration GC-WOCP part- GD-WOCP part- years
3
COURSE ESSENTIALS Singapore* Singapore*
time Perth,
as a general nurse in Division One with the time MJRP-OSCNM part-
Singapore*
Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, “I decided to undertake postgraduate time
COURSE CODE LOCATION DURATION
and must be able to demonstrate a minimum
study in nursing because I felt it was time STUDY MODE INTAKE
STUDY MODE INTAKE
years of two years’ full-time equivalent (FTE) as a
3 to build on the knowledge and skills I have STUDY MODE INTAKE
MC-NPRACT Perth part- registered nurse in a specified clinical field Part-time Feb
time learned over the years as a registered nurse Part-time Feb
and two years’ FTE of current (within the Part-time Feb
previous six years) advanced practice nursing with current, evidence-based education. Please note: this course is only available to Australian,
Please note: this course is only available to Australian,
Curtin was one of only two universities in New Zealand and Singaporean students.
STUDY MODE INTAKE in this same clinical field. New Zealand and Singaporean students. Please note: this course is only available to Australian,
New Zealand and Singaporean students.
Western Australia which offered the nurse *This course is available at the Curtin Singapore Campus
*This course is available at the Curtin Singapore Campus
In addition, you must also provide a detailed to Singaporean and permanent resident applicants, or
practitioner course at the time I enrolled. to Singaporean and permanent resident applicants, or *This course is available at the Curtin Singapore Campus
Part-time July CV including education, clinical experience, foreigners holding relevant working visas.
foreigners holding relevant working visas. to Singaporean and permanent resident applicants, or
professional development, and employer
The information provided and application
foreigners holding relevant working visas.
statements of experience (FTE). process was easy and efficient.
ADMISSION CRITERIA ADMISSION CRITERIA
Please note: this course is only available to ADMISSION CRITERIA
Australian and New Zealand students. Curtin University requires indicative support The most helpful and enjoyable areas AUSTRALIAN AND NEW ZEALAND
AUSTRALIAN AND NEW ZEALAND
from employers for the applicant to be of the course included learning advanced STUDENTS AUSTRALIAN AND NEW ZEALAND
STUDENTS
released for completion of 300 hours of diagnostics and pharmacology, and You are required to complete certificate level STUDENTS
A bachelor degree and current registration
clinical internship experience. completing my own research. Ideally, I would before proceeding to diploma and master level. You are required to complete certificate and
as a general nurse in Division One with the
love to be involved in advocating the role of Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. diploma level before proceeding to master level.
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION You must have a Graduate Certificate in
nurse practitioners in Australia, particularly Wound, Ostomy and Continence Practice You must have a Graduate Diploma in
Successful graduates may be eligible to in primary healthcare. There is huge potential SINGAPOREAN STUDENTS (with a course weighted average of at least Wound, Ostomy and Continence Practice
apply for registration as a nurse practitioner for nurse practitioners to make a lasting A bachelor degree recognised by Curtin 70) or equivalent, and current registration (with a course weighted average of at least
in Division One of the Nursing and Midwifery difference to disadvantaged communities.” University and current registration as a as a general nurse in Division One with the 70) or equivalent, and current registration
Board of Australia. They may also apply for registered nurse with the Singapore Nursing Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. as a general nurse in Division One with the
mutual recognition of registration in other Holly Tisdall
Board. Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
Australian states where equivalency Master of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner) SINGAPOREAN STUDENTS
of specialisation applies. ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY SINGAPOREAN STUDENTS
You must have a bachelor degree in nursing
This course requires a higher level of English (with a minimum course weighted average of A Graduate Diploma in Wound, Ostomy
language proficiency: IELTS (Academic) 70) that is recognised by Curtin University. and Continence Practice (with a minimum
overall band of 7.0 with a minimum of 7.0 in You must also have current registration as a course weighted average of 70) or equivalent
each band (or equivalent English test). registered nurse with the Singapore Nursing recognised by Curtin University. You must
Board. also have current registration as a registered
nurse with the Singapore Nursing Board.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
This course requires a higher level of English ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
language proficiency: IELTS (Academic) This course requires a higher level of English
overall band of 7.0 with a minimum of 7.0 in language proficiency: IELTS (Academic)
each band (or equivalent English test). overall band of 7.0 with a minimum of 7.0 in
each band (or equivalent English test).
RESEARCH HOW TO APPLY
Nursing and midwifery research at Curtin helps improve the health outcomes of individuals, families and communities at a national COURSEWORK DEGREES ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICENCY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
and international level.
To make applying to Curtin as easy as Curtin requires all students to demonstrate Satisfying the admission requirements
possible, we have put together online guides proficiency in English. You will meet the enables you to be considered for entry to
In meeting the above goal, emphasis is Priority areas of research are: quality/safety, • Master of Philosophy (International and services to help you. English language proficiency requirements a course but does not guarantee an offer.
placed on: older persons and cancer and palliative Health) by demonstrated completion of at least Admission is at the discretion of the course
care, mental health, wound care, maternal • Doctor of Philosophy (Nursing and DOMESTIC STUDENTS one year full-time of an undergraduate
• creating a vibrant research environment coordinator/school, and is dependent on a
and children’s health, and pre-hospital, Midwifery) or postgraduate coursework degree at
to facilitate positive research outcomes You are a domestic student if you are: number of considerations, including your
resuscitation and emergency care. recognised universities in Canada, New
for higher degree by research students, • Doctor of Philosophy (Health Sciences) • an Australian citizen or Australian dual ability to meet the specific course entry
Zealand, Republic of Ireland, Singapore,
academic staff and industry partners We offer a range of higher degree by • Doctor of Philosophy (International requirements.
citizen South Africa, United Kingdom or United
• the development of international evidence- research courses: Health). • a permanent resident of Australia States of America. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
based best practice in healthcare • Master of Philosophy (Nursing and • a holder of an Australian permanent Alternatively, you can demonstrate your Health sciences students who will be
• building on established links within Midwifery) humanitarian visa English language proficiency via other tests, working with children aged from newborn
the Faculty of Health Sciences, • Master of Philosophy (Health Sciences) • a New Zealand citizen. such as the International English Language to 17 need to have a Working With Children
Curtin University and Australian and
Testing System (IELTS) or Test of English as
international partners. To apply now or for more information, visit Check. Your course coordinator will advise
a Foreign Language (TOEFL).
curtin.edu/pg-apply you when this is required. Courses that
For further information on the postgraduate include supervised practice in a clinical
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS English language proficiency requirements, setting require screening for and vaccination
THE BUSINESS OF BEING A DAD visit curtin.edu/pg-english against a range of infectious diseases before
You are an international student if you are
The role of fathers has changed Functioning’ (RF) or ‘Mentalising’. It’s all “Fathers sometimes have a tough time required to hold a student visa to study beginning placement. A recognised first aid
significantly in the last 10-20 years. about thoughts, feelings and intentions, relating well with their infant – for all the in Australia. This includes temporary certificate and a criminal record screening
Many dads are now more intimately and how these influence behaviours. same reasons as why mothers struggle at are also necessary.
residents, and non-residents of Australia
involved with their children than times in early parenting. Many men have
“What we found was that the quality of and New Zealand. curtin.edu/hs-fieldwork-requirements
previous generations, and new research not had great role models of how to be an
family functioning was related to the
is demonstrating just how important involved father. It may even be counter- To apply now or for more information, visit
fathers’ RF more than the mothers’ RF.
the father-child connection is to family cultural for them to be a hands-on dad in curtin.edu/int-apply
Also, the quality of the mother-infant
functioning and wellbeing. those first months,” says Dr Cooke.
relationship was not predictive of the
Dr Dawson Cooke is a Curtin Postdoctoral quality of their partner’s relationship with “Working in partnership with the child’s RESEARCH STUDENTS
Fellow who is working with Dr Garth the infant – these two relationships were mother is one important key to being To find a thesis supervisor and for
Kendall on research funded by the independent.” an involved dad. Another is having the information on how to apply for both
Fathering Project. He has recently had a courage to have a go – not fear doing it domestic and international students, visit
“[The fathers’] RF was also strongly
study published that assesses how well the ‘wrong way’ and being prepared to ask howtoapply.curtin.edu.au/research
related to men’s identification with the
families understood both their babies’ and for help if you need it.”
fathering role, more father-time with the
their own mental and emotional states, Alternatively, you can contact our Graduate
child on weekends, and fathers’ parenting
and how the father-baby relationship was Research School for more information:
self-efficacy.”
related to family functioning.
Dr Cooke notes that while there is more Tel: +61 8 9266 3337
“I am particularly interested in the Email: GRS.FutureStudents@curtin.edu.au
awareness about the importance of the
very early stages of the father-infant Web: curtin.edu/postgrad-research
father-child relationship, and increased
relationship because I believe if a good
expectations for dads to develop healthy
quality relationship is established from
connections with their children, one of
the start of a child’s life, this provides
the greatest barriers to this is personal
a resilient foundation for the father’s
experience. Many men may not have had
involvement throughout their lifespan,”
good relationships with their own fathers,
says Dr Cooke.
and are uncertain about how to nurture
“We assessed the parent capacity to their children. This can impact on the
consider mental states in the self and quality of the family relationships they
the infant, which is called ‘Reflective develop.
FEES AND
SCHOLARSHIPS
DOMESTIC STUDENTS FEE-HELP INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS INDICATIVE ESSENTIAL
TUITION FEES
If you are an Australian citizen or hold a Tuition fees are based on a normal
INCIDENTAL FEE SCHOLARSHIPS
permanent humanitarian visa, you have the full-time workload of 100 credits per Some courses require compulsory additional
Your tuition fee is calculated and charged on A scholarship at Curtin can offer you
option of applying for FEE-HELP – a loan to semester (200 credits per year) unless payment for retainable materials and
a semester basis. great opportunities. The financial,
help pay for part or all of your tuition fees. otherwise stated. If you study more than course-related fees, known as essential academic and career support received
Indicative course fees for the 2018 For more information, visit 100 credits per semester you will have a incidental fees. Some individual units may will help you graduate with the skills
commencement year are available at fees.curtin.edu.au/feeHELP.cfm higher annual tuition fee. The tuition fee have optional fees for course materials and and networks to make tomorrow
courses.curtin.edu.au is calculated in Australian dollars and is other course-related items. better.
TAX BENEFITS
charged on a semester basis. Individual unit
Indicative course fees for the 2019 You may be entitled to an income tax REFUND AGREEMENT Curtin offers a variety of scholarships
(subject) fees are listed at fees.curtin.edu.
commencement year will be available from deduction for tuition fees and related The categories under which the University to students. Some are offered for
au/course_fees.cfm
September 2018. expenses if there is a direct connection Fees Centre will assess an application academic achievement, while others
between your course and your current work. Please note: All listed fees are subject to for refund are laid out in the University’s are designed to make university
For more information on individual unit
For more information, please consult the annual increases. International Student Refund Agreement. possible for students who face
(subject) fees, visit
Australian Tax Office at ato.gov.au The agreement is supplied to you with your financial hardship.
fees.curtin.edu.au/course_fees.cfm OFFER LETTER (100 CREDITS) FEE
Letter of Offer and can also be accessed Scholarships are not loans – the
STUDENT SERVICES AND As an international student, you need online at fees.curtin.edu.au/refunds.cfm,
to pay the fee for your first study period money is given to you provided
AMENITIES FEE where you can also view the most up-to- you fulfil key requirements such
(one semester or 100 credits) before date information as the policy is subject to
Your Student Services and Amenities Fee arriving in Australia, in order to receive a as academic performance, work
change. experience or volunteer commitments.
(SSAF) supports a range of non-academic confirmation of enrolment. The fee quoted
services and amenities at Curtin. For on the international offer letter is an Each scholarship has different
information on the cost and services approximation and may differ slightly in eligibility criteria, application
covered by the SSAF, visit accordance with the units you choose to procedures and closing dates, so
fees.curtin.edu.au/amenities.cfm study upon your enrolment. check these early in the process.
COMMONWEALTH SUPPORTED PLACE Visit our scholarships website to
A number of our postgraduate health find out more and to sign up for a
sciences courses are commonwealth scholarships email alert.
supported. A Commonwealth Supported
scholarships.curtin.edu.au
Place (CSP) is subsidised by the Australian
Government and is available to Australian
and New Zealand applicants only. For more
information, visit studyassist.gov.au
EMPLOYER-PAID STUDY
Your employer may be able to help you
with the cost of postgraduate study. Many
employers have developed formal employee
education assistance policies in which
education costs may be shared.
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