Bachelor of Nursing and Bachelor of Midwifery (Honours) in Frankston Australia | Monash University

Nurses and midwives rank among the most respected professionals in every community. Midwives provide essential support to mothers and infants during the entire reproductive journey. After earning your Bachelor of Nursing and Bachelor of Midwifery degrees, you'll qualify to register as both a nurse and midwife – becoming a skilled professional prepared to work alongside interdisciplinary teams in various healthcare environments. The adaptability of nurses and midwives grows ever more critical in delivering healthcare services across Australia and globally. This dual degree significantly enhances your career prospects, particularly in rural and remote regions where versatile practitioners are in high demand. As a nursing graduate, you'll possess the expertise to function as an entry-level registered nurse, offering leadership and comprehensive care for patients of all ages in diverse clinical settings, from acute care to health promotion. Your midwifery training will further equip you with specialized skills to support mothers and newborns throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum recovery, including handling emergency situations. The program integrates theoretical learning with hands-on clinical experience across Victorian healthcare facilities, including prestigious institutions like Monash Medical Centre and The Alfred. You might also participate in international clinical placements in Sweden or the UK through our student exchange initiatives. Graduates become eligible for dual registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) as both a nurse and midwife, provided they meet the NMBA's English language proficiency standards. NMBA registration is legally mandatory for practicing nursing or midwifery professionally in Australia.