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MONASH NURSING AND MIDWIFERY GRADUATE COURSE GUIDE

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That’s a big step in itself and we’re here to help you make the right decision and lead change in your career.

We offer a variety of courses across a wide range of specialisations, some offering Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP)*, meaning your fees could be partially covered by the Federal Government.

You’ll be able to study in a way that works best for you and your lifestyle, with flexible and modular courses that give you the opportunity to play a leading role in developing evidence-based best practice in healthcare.

You’ll also work with lecturers active in research who are shaping the future of nursing and midwifery, so you’ll not only learn from the best but also be a part of that future.

So, be at the forefront of the next generation of nursing and midwifery leaders, challenging preconceptions and leading the way in innovative new techniques and practices.

With us behind you, you can be sure that when it matters you’ll make the difference.

Your time is now, so we’re here for you today.

LEAD CHANGE WITH MONASH NURSING AND MIDWIFERYCourses available:• Master of Nursing Practice

• Bachelor of Nursing (Honours)

• Graduate Diploma of Health and Science Research

• Master of Advanced Nursing

> Disaster nursing

> General studies in advanced nursing

> Nursing education

> Nursing leadership and management

> Australian nursing studies

• Master of Advanced Clinical Nursing

> Emergency nursing

> Intensive care nursing

> Medical surgical nursing

> Mental health nursing

> Paediatrics nursing

> Perioperative nursing

> Nurse Practitioner

• Master of Advanced Midwifery Practice (specialisation in Master of Advanced Health Care Practice)

• Research Degrees

> Master of Philosophy

> Doctor of Philosophy.

SO, YOU’RE THINKING OF FURTHER STUDY?

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After I completed my Diploma of Nursing, I joined Monash University in 2014, entering into the second year of the Bachelor of Nursing which I completed in 2015, followed by my Honours in Nursing in 2016. I really enjoyed the collegiality, peer-to-peer teaching programs, staff support and the beautiful campus grounds. In 2018, I decided to continue my graduate path enrolling in emergency nursing. I am so lucky to work with outstanding lecturers and study clinically relevant content. This year I am planning to complete my Masters. After six years studying various courses at Monash Nursing and Midwifery, I really feel my journey through nursing with Monash, especially my graduate studies, has been more than gaining a degree; I have learnt professionalism, community spirit, leadership, and most importantly I have learnt what I am capable of. Monash taught me to question, to challenge knowledge, and to get involved.”HOLLIE JAGGARDRegistered Nurse and Master of Advanced Clinical Nursing Student

WHY CHOSE MONASH NURSING AND MIDWIFERY FOR YOUR GRADUATE STUDIES?

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OUR RESEARCH LEADS THE CHANGE IN NURSING, MIDWIFERY AND HEALTHCARE PRACTICEAs a nurse or midwife, you’re in a discipline that continually develops and evolves. Clinical research is essential in this development, finding new ways of managing people’s health and improving patient care. And you’ll act as the patients’ advocates, ensuring their safety and protection.

Research will help you to improve patient care and find best practices that are effective. It allows you to be responsive to changes in healthcare, regulations and patient populations. As discoveries are made, your practice will change and develop, always ensuring your patients are getting the best evidence-based practices.

Understanding research outcomes empowers you to use these discoveries to make meaningful clinical and care decisions. Your work is based on the results of research.

It is vital you understand, evaluate and use research to advance your profession and your career, to stay updated and ultimately offer better patient care.

MONASH NURSING AND MIDWIFERY RESEARCH FOCUS At Monash Nursing and Midwifery (MNM), our focus is on clinical, education and health services research that addresses healthcare across the lifespan. Our collaborative connections with multiple health services allow for early implementation of healthcare innovations and help to ensure evidence-based practice.

Our areas of research excellence cover:

Innovations in Healthcare and WorkforceThis includes workforce research, such as the well-being of nursing and midwife professionals and students, workforce education – highlights for us have been our simulation, MaskEd and Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) research.

Prevention and Management of Acute and Chronic ConditionsWe study the prevention and management of acute and chronic conditions, such as wound management in hospitals and aged care facilities, women’s health and cardiovascular disease, cancer care in public and private hospital settings, emergency nursing, trauma, mental health and drug safety.

Ageing and End of Life CareOur expertise in this area is highlighted with the joint appointment at Eastern Health of Professor Claire Johnson, Vivian Bullwinkel Chair in Palliative care, and her work with Emeritus Professor Margaret O’Connor on Voluntary Assisted Dying research.

Translation to PracticeFor us ‘translation to practice’ is essential for the benefit of our patients and we strive towards this in our research, focusing on areas like, infection control in hospitals and clinics, wound management and aged care.

Our education and research sees us rank highly as one of Australia’s leading nursing schools. Ranked 17th globally for nursing in the 2019 QS World University Rankings, with a current ERA ranking of 4 (above world standard) and a 2018 rank of 32 globally for nursing in the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU). Research at Monash Nursing and Midwifery is leading change and we invite you to join us.

RESEARCH

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The Master of Nursing Practice is an entry to practice degree that offers a professional nursing qualification if you have already gained a non-nursing undergraduate degree. So, if you’ve previously completed a degree but want to switch careers and reap the rewards of becoming a highly skilled health professional, then this intensive program is for you!

Nursing is one of the most trusted professions in the world - a rewarding, varied, challenging and fulfilling career choice that ensures you continuingly develop. With nursing you’ll reach your potential, and beyond, in a variety of settings, from local health services to global humanitarian work.

Nurses and midwives make up nearly 50% of the health workforce*, allowing you to play a crucial role in the development of healthcare.

*Global Health Workforce Statistics, World Health Organization, Geneva.

This course builds upon your prior academic knowledge and skills, developing your professional nursing practice through engagement with expert clinical nurses, contemporary nursing theory and hands-on experience. Importantly, you’ll also develop a range of transferrable skills, such as problem solving, communication and critical thinking that today’s employers demand.

With the knowledge and expertise you’ll gain from this hands-on course, you’ll rise to the challenge of delivering high quality nursing care, with leadership capabilities in a range of healthcare contexts. And a significant proportion of your learning takes place in our state-of-the-art clinical learning environments – the closest possible simulation of the realities of hospital-based nursing.

This is not a graduate degree if you are already a nurse and wish to undertake study to advance your practice, or wish to pursue a research pathway.

MASTER OF NURSING PRACTICEGraduates are eligible to register as a registered nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Please note AHPRA has additional registration requirements, such as English language skills.

Entry Requirements:

Undergraduate degree (with at least a credit average) and tertiary level study (at least 6 credit points) in human anatomy/physiology – this can be completed via a Monash University online distance course before commencement.

Full details available at: monash.edu/nursing-graduate

Additional Requirements:

Successful applicants must complete an International/National Police Record Check and must hold a valid Working with Children Check before undertaking clinical placements. Students must comply with the Monash University, Nursing and Midwifery Immunisation Policy. Failure to hold satisfactory checks may result in students being unable to complete the course.

How To Apply:

Apply directly to Monash: monash.edu/admissions/apply/online with this course code: M6016

Master of Nursing Practice Pathways

Clayton

2 years full-time

DEGREE AWARDEDMaster of Nursing Practice

COURSE CODE: M6016 CRICOS CODE: 068373J

DR MALCOLM ELLIOTT Master of Nursing Practice Coordinator

“I’m an experienced Registered Nurse and coordinate the Master of Nursing Practice. I am interested in how nursing students like you, engage with their studies in order to become competent graduates. My research activity is in quality and safety and a particular passion of mine is in how vital signs are taught to students and assessed in practice by nurses.”

REGISTRATION/EMPLOYMENT AS A NURSE

MASTER OF ADVANCED NURSING

BACHELOR OF NURSING (HONOURS)

MASTER OF ADVANCED CLINICAL NURSING

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Coming to Australia as a refugee and going back to school to start from scratch was a challenge. In the beginning, I wasn’t sure if becoming a nurse was for me, but once I started placement and got deeper into the course, I loved it. Now I even want to do further nursing studies in the future! The Master of Nursing Practice has given me the tools that I need to answer some of the most challenging health problems facing my community here and back at home.”

YADASA GUTU Master of Nursing Practice

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BACHELOR OF NURSING (HONOURS)Entry Requirements:

Related Bachelor of Nursing or Bachelor of Midwifery undergraduate degree or a comparable degree course.

Further details available at: monash.edu/nursing-graduate

How To Apply:


Are you thinking about a PhD or gaining some research skills and looking for an accelerated program to help you? This is the honours degree for you.

Once completed you’ll have the critical-thinking and decision-making skills to influence clinical practice, helping you to meet the needs of individual patients and the wider community.

Learning different research methodology techniques and completing an independent research project in your specialist field, you’ll work closely with your supervisors who will provide you with individual guidance and academic counselling.

Of more significance, you will have a greater understanding of evidence-based practice, will have better developed research and academic writing skills and will benefit from enhanced career prospects.

Clayton, Peninsula

1 year full-time, 2 years part-time

DEGREE AWARDEDBachelor of Nursing (Honours)

COURSE CODE: M3704 CRICOS CODE: 072592G

COMMONWEALTH SUPPORTED PLACES (CSP)* AVAILABLE

Commonwealth supported places (CSP) are available meaning your fees could be partially covered by the Federal Government.

*CSP is subject to availability and eligibility

CLIFF CONNELL Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) and Graduate Diploma of Health and Science Research Coordinator

“My expertise as a Registered Nurse is founded in emergency nursing care. As a past Monash honours graduate myself, I am passionate about supporting nurses and midwives on a pathway to higher-level research, and ultimately strengthening their capacity to contribute to the evidence for improving the quality and safety of the care we provide. I have a number of research interests focussing on patient safety.”

GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF HEALTH AND SCIENCE RESEARCH Entry Requirements:

Related Bachelor of Nursing or Bachelor of Midwifery Undergraduate degree or a comparable degree.

Further details available at: monash.edu/nursing-graduate

How To Apply:


If you have completed a relevant undergraduate degree and would like a pathway to higher-degree research this course is for you.

By undertaking a combination of coursework and research, you will further advance your knowledge and skills in research methodology training, and carry out an independent research project; working closely with two supervisors who will provide you with guidance and academic counselling.

This is a program of coursework and research in either nursing or midwifery for high- achieving students who have completed the Bachelor of Nursing and/or the Bachelor of Midwifery, or a comparable degree course.

Upon successful completion, you will be able to demonstrate advanced knowledge and technical skills, and communicate your ideas and results effectively to diverse audiences, using a variety of formats. Gain the skills to complete a scientific literature review and design, develop and implement your own research project. You will be able to collect, organise, analyse and interpret discipline specific data meaningfully using an analysis based approach (theoretical, numerical, statistical, mathematical, computational or experimental).

Once successfully completed, you may be eligible to progress to a higher degree by research qualification.

Clayton, Peninsula

1 year full-time

DEGREE AWARDEDGraduate Diploma of Health And Science Research

COURSE CODE: M5021 CRICOS CODE: 094681C

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MASTER OF ADVANCED NURSINGEntry Requirements:

Learn about the specific entry requirements for each of our specialisations at: monash.edu/nursing-graduate

How To Apply:


SPECIALISATIONS

• Disaster nursing

• General studies in advanced nursing

• Nursing education

• Nursing leadership and management

• Australian nursing studies

ALTERNATIVE EXITS

You may be eligible to exit this course early and graduate with one of the following awards, provided you have satisfied the requirements for the award.

• Graduate Certificate of Advanced Nursing (24 credit points completed)

• Graduate Diploma of Advanced Nursing (48 credit points completed)

You may be eligible to gain credit for previous experience and qualifications such as an honours degree.

Do you want a leadership role in management, education or disaster nursing? Then this master’s course could be for you.

We’ll help you develop advanced practice knowledge and leadership in specialist practice including skills to plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate healthcare, as well as the ability to formulate policy for a diverse and multicultural society – benefiting your patients and the advancement of the nursing profession.

Clayton, Peninsula

2 years full-time, 4 years part-time

DEGREE AWARDEDMaster of Advanced Nursing

COURSE CODE: M6006 CRICOS CODE: 098319M

SAMANTHA DIX Nursing Education Specialisation Coordinator

“I have an extensive background in emergency nursing, including working as a clinical nurse educator in a busy metropolitan emergency department.

I am passionate about the education of our future nurses and have developed a keen interest in the use of simulation to bridge the learning gap between classroom theory and clinical practice. I believe the use of simulation embedded in nursing curricula has the positive benefit of developing knowledgeable, skilled and effective healthcare professionals, who can provide quality care for patients.”

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SPECIALISATIONS

AUSTRALIAN NURSING STUDIES (Subject to change)

Nursing is a global profession so our Australian nursing studies is designed specifically for you – the internationally qualified nurse who is aspiring to fulfil Australian registration requirements for a Registered Nurse (RN) – as established by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.

Applicants will need a personal letter of eligibility to undertake a Registered Nurse bridging program from the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency.

We enable overseas-qualified nurses, like you, to develop Australian context-specific knowledge and applied skills that will allow you to competently and confidently practice nursing in Australia as a Registered Nurse in differing, dynamic and diverse healthcare settings.

GENERAL STUDIES IN ADVANCED NURSING

One of the advantages of graduate study is that you have the experience and the knowledge to know what you want to focus on. We’ll help you tailor your future learning to suit your own interests or career goals while maintaining a strong focus on leadership. You will select electives or non-clinical specialisations to ensure you get what you need – a personalised blend of education, leadership and management.

DISASTER NURSING

Disaster nursing is amongst some of the most challenging in healthcare delivery – often with the greatest need, but with the least resources available. You’ll be prepared with the leadership skills to respond and coordinate nursing activities during disasters or humanitarian efforts after studying interventions associated with both global and local disaster situations.

NURSING EDUCATION

Passing on your experience and knowledge is one of the most rewarding aspects of your career in nursing. You’ll develop your leadership skills in a variety of nursing education contexts that includes curriculum development. Designed using flexible teaching delivery options, you’ll then have access to a wide range of career pathways including nursing or management positions within industry, government or independent professional practice.

NURSING LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT

If you’re currently a nursing leader, or that’s something you aspire to, we’ll ensure you develop your knowledge and applied skills for both leadership and management roles in healthcare, allowing you to confidently lead clinical teams. The focus of this specialisation gives you the opportunity to explore your own clinical leadership style whilst equipping you with evidence-based knowledge.

COURSE PATHWAY

CORE UNITS

ELECTIVE

Up to 36 credit points

COURSEWORK

MINOR THESIS

MAP5000 Research in advanced health professional practice

MAP5001 Preparatory minor thesis

MAP5002 Minor thesis

RESEARCH PROJECT


MAP5010 Advanced health practice research project

ELECTIVE Up to 12 credit points

24 EXIT POINTS

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE

48 EXIT POINTS

GRADUATE DIPLOMA

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GHS5841

Research and Evidence to Practice

MAP5000 (RESEARCH)

Research in advanced health professional practice

ELECTIVE (COURSEWORK)


To obtain a Graduate Diploma the following must be completed successfully:

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MASTER OF ADVANCED CLINICAL NURSINGEntry Requirements:

Learn about the specific entry requirements for each of our specialisations at: monash.edu/nursing-graduate

How To Apply:


SPECIALISATIONS

• Emergency nursing

• Intensive care nursing

• Medical surgical nursing

• Mental health nursing

• Nurse Practitioner

• Paediatrics

• Perioperative nursing

ALTERNATIVE EXITS*

You may be eligible to exit this course early and graduate with one of the following awards, provided you have satisfied the requirements for the award.

• Graduate Certificate of Advanced Clinical Nursing* (24 credit points completed)

• Graduate Diploma of Advanced Clinical Nursing** (48 credit points completed)

You may be eligible to gain credit for previous experience and qualifications such as an honours degree. *Not available for the Mental health and Nurse Practitioner specialisations

**Not available for the Nurse Practitioner specialisation

Develop your advanced practice knowledge and leadership in specialist practice including skills to plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate healthcare, as well as the ability to formulating policy. You will contribute to the health of individuals, families and communities, in addition to the development of the nursing profession.

You will need to be employed as a registered nurse in the specialist clinical area of your study.

Clayton, Peninsula

1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-time

DEGREE AWARDEDMaster of Advanced Clinical NursingMaster of Nurse Practitioner

COURSE CODE: M6031

COMMONWEALTH SUPPORTED PLACES (CSP)* AVAILABLE

Commonwealth supported places (CSP) are available for some of our specialisations, meaning your fees could be partially covered by the Federal Government.

*CSP is subject to availability and eligibility

ROSE JASPERS Intensive Care Nursing Specialisation Coordinator

“I worked in intensive care for a number of years, and many more years before that in general nursing. My career has included experience as a clinical nurse specialist and associate unit manager. I continue to work within the rapid response team as well as holding a number of outreach positions within a metropolitan hospital. I’d like to think that my extensive clinical and leadership expertise is a considerable asset as we continue to extend and develop the intensive care stream within the Master of Advanced Clinical Nursing.”

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EMERGENCY NURSING

As an emergency nurse, you provide care to undifferentiated patients in a range of busy clinical settings within the Emergency Department (ED). You will gain the skills to be an effective member of the ED team and prepared to meet the ongoing needs of your patients, environment and your fellow team members. You will develop leadership skills in emergency nursing management, to plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate healthcare and learn to formulate policy.

MEDICAL SURGICAL NURSING (Currently only available to Monash Health employees)

As an advanced practice general nurse, you require a diverse knowledge and skill base to appropriately and effectively assess and manage patients. You will develop proficiency in the holistic management of patients with cardiac, respiratory and renal dysfunction, and shock in a ward environment.

SPECIALISATIONS

INTENSIVE CARE NURSING

As an intensive care nurse, you will develop skills in leadership skills in intensive care management to plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate healthcare, as well as formulate policy for a diverse society.

MENTAL HEALTH

As you will know the field of mental health nursing is rewarding and challenging. As a mental health nurse you support the recovery of people suffering from a wide range of mental health disorders and emotional distress. Build upon your knowledge in key areas of mental health and equip yourself with the latest emerging models.

PAEDIATRIC EMERGENCY NURSING (Currently only available to Monash Health employees)

You will be able to deliver care to paediatric patients and their families in emergency departments. You will develop theoretical and clinical proficiency in assessment, recognition and management of the deteriorating paediatric patient. You will become skilled in advanced paediatric resuscitation, ventilation, triage, haemodynamic monitoring, trauma, and transportation considerations.

PAEDIATRIC INTENSIVE CARE NURSING (Currently only available to Monash Health employees)

Deliver care to paediatric patients and their families in an intensive care unit. You will develop theoretical and clinical proficiency in the management of critically ill paediatric patients with respiratory, cardiac and renal conditions, and shock. You will also be prepared to manage mechanical ventilation and advanced haemodynamic monitoring in the paediatric population.

PAEDIATRIC NURSING (Currently only available to Monash Health employees)

Be prepared for the management of ill paediatric patients, developing theoretical and clinical proficiency in the therapeutic interventions essential to care for paediatric patients and their families. You will be able to apply the principles and practices learnt to all areas of your paediatric nursing.

PERIOPERATIVE NURSING

Develop foundational knowledge of perioperative nursing. Explore factors that influence the provision of surgical care and develop a deep understanding of issues related to a variety of surgical speciality areas. You will be prepared to provide advanced perioperative care during elective and emergency situations, and in unpredictable and complex scenarios.

NURSE PRACTITIONER

A Nurse Practitioner (NP) works in an advanced nursing practice role that involves advanced health assessment and management and may also include the direct referral of patients to other healthcare professionals, prescribing medications and ordering diagnostic investigations.

The aligned employment model allows you, a NP student, to work in an advanced and extended clinical practice role in hospital and community settings whilst developing the skills and expertise to advance your career.

You will expand your knowledge and proficiency in regards to health assessment, diagnosis and management and, consequently, extend your scope of practice and undertake extensions to practice that include; prescribing medications, referring to specialists, writing certificates, admission and discharge of patients and ordering and interpreting diagnostics.

If you are a registered nurse, working in an advanced practice nursing role and seeking endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner via pathway 1 or 2 with AHPRA, then this is for you.

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COURSE PATHWAY

CORE UNITS

ELECTIVE


COURSEWORK

MINOR THESIS


MAP5001 Preparatory minor thesis

MAP5002 Minor thesis

RESEARCH PROJECT


MAP5010 Advanced health practice research project

ELECTIVE Up to 12 credit points

24 EXIT POINTS

GRADUATE CERTIFICATE*

48 EXIT POINTS

GRADUATE DIPLOMA**

OR

GHS5841

Research and Evidence to Practice

MAP5000 (RESEARCH)

Research in advanced health professional practice

ELECTIVE (COURSEWORK)


To obtain a Graduate Diploma the following must be completed successfully:

**Graduate Diploma exit point not available for the Nurse Practitioner specialisation

*Graduate Certificate exit point not available for the Mental Health and Nurse Practitioner specialisations

For me personally, living in the NT, remote study has meant that I have had the ability to study the Master of Advanced Clinical Nursing and to access quality education without having to incur very expensive travel costs or heavily disrupt my working life. I am a firm believer that further education should not just be a privilege for city dwellers and that people living in rural and remote Australia should also be able to access well trained health care practitioners. The remote approach to study is helping me to support this very personal goal.

The course is very well designed and the use of technology, such as on-line collaboration tools and discussion boards meant that I still felt like a part of a group whilst my lecturers have been easy to access. As a result, interactions are more personal, and the impact of not having fellow students to meet face to face with to discuss assignments and the material covered in lectures is limited.

Studying through Monash was very much about undertaking graduate study with an educational institution that has a proven track record for success and a well-regarded reputation. Although I undertook my undergraduate studies at another institution, I was always very impressed by the quality of nurses I met who had been trained at Monash University. This, combined with a course that appeared to have the flexibility, breadth and depth of study I felt would make me a better practitioner and ultimately benefit my patients meant that there was no question about where I would be undertaking my graduate studies.”

LEO GREGOR Emergency Nursing

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ADVANCED MIDWIFERY PRACTICE SPECIALISATION IN MASTER OF ADVANCED HEALTH CARE PRACTICEEntry Requirements:


How To Apply:


Peninsula (On campus or online)

1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-time

DEGREE AWARDEDMaster of Advanced Midwifery Practice

COURSE CODE: M6001 CRICOS CODE: 084615G

Thinking about a midwifery role in senior management, education or a specialist leadership role in a midwifery setting, then this specialisation is for you.

Explore current and international issues around maternal and newborn health and professional midwifery education. Advance your clinical management and decision-making skills whilst demonstrating effective communication in collaborative and inter-professional contexts, inclusive of all members of the maternity team.

Examine philosophies around women-centred care and collaborative practice within a multidisciplinary team that will enhance your ability to provide leadership in the healthcare setting.

You can choose to undertake a research project or minor thesis in midwifery or maternal health, supported by a supervisor providing you with individual guidance and academic counselling. Research areas include; education, leadership, clinical midwifery practice, inter-professional practice, maternal wellbeing and women’s health.

COURSE STRUCTURE/PATHWAY

You will complete Part B of this course. Depending on your qualifications and experience, you may be eligible to apply for up to 24 credit points towards Part A. Even if you’re eligible for credit, you can elect to complete the longer form of this course.

CORE SKILLS

Focuses on expanding core discipline skills

24 credit points

ADVANCED SPECIALIST SKILLS

Provides the opportunity to pursue advanced specialist study through either coursework or a research focus

48 credit points

PART A PART B

DR GAYE MCLELLAND Specialisation Coordinator

“I am an experienced Registered Nurse and Midwife who has worked in a variety of settings. I have been actively involved in midwifery education and research for many years and bring this blend of education and practice expertise to the midwifery specialisation. My research interests are in both educational and the translational midwifery and women’s health research particularly maternity care in emergency settings and collaborative care. It is a privilege to support students like you to engage in your studies, allowing you to pursue your passions.”

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I was a successful banking professional; when I had my children, their births had a profound effect on me and I decided to make a dramatic career change and become a midwife. I completed the doula (birth companion) training and followed this with a midwifery degree at Monash. I found the lecturers, staff and placement structure to be supportive and family-friendly.

As a registered midwife in a public hospital and a qualified childbirth educator, my driving force is to educate and encourage women and their support team to view the birth of their baby as normal.

I am dedicated to improving my profession, so decided to do further study with a graduate degree in midwifery: I didn’t have a second thought as to where I wanted to complete this, but Monash. During the course, I really appreciated being able to directly relate my studies to my current place of employment.

My long-term plan is to work towards a role which enables me to participate in the overall future of midwifery. I hope to mentor student midwives, and publish research that will improve outcomes and experiences for childbearing women.”

RELLE MCMILLAN Master of Advanced Midwifery Practice

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Graduate research at Monash Nursing and Midwifery helps you develop the expertise and skills to make an impact in clinical care, research, teaching, health care policy, and in the community.

Doctoral graduates at Monash Nursing and Midwifery develop transferrable skills through a professional development program that ensures you are ready for a career in senior leadership across nursing and midwifery clinical practice environments, and in academia.

Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences is renowned for the quality and impact of its research. By undertaking your graduate studies at Monash University, you have the opportunity to be a part of this proud tradition of research excellence. Monash is committed to providing the highest quality of graduate research education in a stimulating, supportive and professional environment.

Whether you want to get ahead in your career faster, or improve your knowledge, a Monash research degree can give you a distinct advantage.

Ranked as one of the leading nursing schools in Australia, Monash Nursing and Midwifery has strengths in research related to clinical practice, education, health services and workforce issues.

Your program of research will prepare you as a leader of evidence-based practice. Our academics are health professionals with strong partnerships with health services in Australia and internationally. They will supervise and mentor you in a collaborative manner, plus you will be co-located with your primary supervisor to further promote a rich and supportive research environment.

RESEARCH DEGREES

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OUR GRADUATE RESEARCH Improving medication adherence in kidney transplantation: an intervention research Jac Kee Low “Coming from a Bachelor of Science background, with no experience in conducting human research, I was anxious and uncertain at the start of my PhD. However, that didn’t last long as my supervisors constantly provided me with guidance and reassurance - They have supported me every step of the way and their unwavering faith in me never ceases to amaze me!

I have had so many opportunities to hone my research and presentation skills, all of which are critical to help me achieve my future goals. Undertaking my PhD at Monash University has been a wonderful journey for me!”

Specialist nurses’ contribution to the care of women with gynaecological cancer: a mixed methods study Olivia Cook “Having had a wonderful experience in my undergraduate nursing degree at Monash University, I returned to Monash with more than 10 years clinical experience in order to conduct much needed research into my clinical field, gynaecological oncology. Having studied at other institutions in that time, coming back to Monash was like coming home. It was the place where my passion for nursing was first sparked and I was impressed to see how Monash remains at the forefront of nursing and midwifery education and research. Monash has offered me an extremely supportive environment in which to pursue my research goals. My supervision team not only share their extensive research and clinical experience, but also offer great wisdom and support as I balance my family, work and study commitments.”

Exploring disaster nursing core competencies and roles in Saudi Arabia Abdulellah Al Thobaity “My experience at Monash Nursing and Midwifery has been one of the best and most rewarding times of my life. These experiences included learning from outstanding supervisors who are experts in different types of research methodologies and who provide endless help and support for international students. Also, Monash provided us research students with a series of training courses covering research essentials: how to make publications, and the essential skills for communication and disseminations and more about different training courses, such as doing research with high integrity. Overall, it was a really great experience, and I will take all the experiences that I gained from Monash University and put them into practice in my professional context in Saudi Arabia.”

The support and education needs of substitute decision makers for people with dementia at end of life: A qualitative interpretive description Sarah Cresp “Embarking on my unique journey in the undergraduate nursing degree at Monash University began at the age of sixteen - I was the youngest student in Monash Nursing and Midwifery’s history! I was residing on the Mornington Peninsula, so tertiary education needed to be within close proximity, and provide exceptional teaching leading to an influential and successful career - all of which Monash University has ticked!

Having studied at another university, I noticed Monash University was making cutting edge research and education innovations in nursing and midwifery. So, I returned to Monash University with 10 years of clinical experience to conduct much needed human research in aged care.

Monash has provided a conducive environment for pursing my higher education and research goals. My supervision team possess a vast range of clinical and research expertise, who are continuously present to share their wisdom and offer support in flexible arrangements to balance my family, study, and work commitments.

Now I am honoured to give back to Monash University in my role as a teaching associate, enabling undergraduate students to achieve their full potential in an influential and successful career in nursing!”

MASTER OF PHILOSOPHYEntry Requirements:


How To Apply:

Apply directly to Monash: monash.edu/graduate-research/future-students/apply with this course code: 3438

Your Master of Philosophy may be undertaken in the principal areas of research offered by Monash Nursing and Midwifery. You will be required to conduct a prescribed program of research under direct supervision of a member of academic staff. Your supervisor, in consultation with you, is responsible for developing the research program.

The Master of Philosophy requires you to submit a thesis, which may include published work directly relevant to the argument of the thesis, provided such work has been written during the period of candidature and has not been presented for any other degree or diploma at this university or any other institution.

Once completed, you will demonstrate a thorough understanding of relevant research techniques through a review of the relevant literature. You will be able to demonstrate your ability, under supervision, to apply relevant research techniques, critically evaluate the work of others and be able to present high-quality written work suitable for publication in appropriate scholarly journals.

You may be able to transfer to the Doctor of Philosophy program if you demonstrate a high level of understanding and competence during your Master of Philosophy – any transfer is subject to approval from Monash University and Monash Nursing and Midwifery.

Clayton, Peninsula


DEGREE AWARDEDMasters of Philosophy

COURSE CODE: 3438 CRICOS CODE: 047818C

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Clayton, Peninsula


DEGREE AWARDEDMasters of Philosophy

COURSE CODE: 0047 CRICOS CODE: 041047A

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHYEntry Requirements:


How To Apply:

Apply directly to Monash: monash.edu/graduate-research/future-students/apply with this course code: 0047

The Doctor of Philosophy will consist of a research thesis of no more than 80,000 words (or alternative approved output), which you’ll complete under the supervision of our expert nursing researchers. The work undertaken as part of this research degree must constitute a significant contribution to the knowledge and understanding of issues in nursing and midwifery, and must demonstrate your capacity to undertake independent research.

Along with the research component of the program, you will also be required to complete a series of professional development activities or coursework units. These activities are designed to provide you with the skills needed to develop your professional abilities and prepare you for a career beyond your degree.

Once successfully completed you will be able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of relevant research techniques and how to apply these techniques to your chosen field of study. You will be able to present high-quality written work suitable for publication in appropriate scholarly journals, and be able to critically evaluate both your own and others’ written work.

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR SUSAN LEE Director, Research Degrees

“I am a registered nurse with extensive experience in the design and teaching of programs, particularly in the development of research activities and palliative care. I have supervised many research students in a range of studies related to decision-making and end of life care. I am interested in education related to professional issues in nursing, interdisciplinary learning, research, ethics, cancer and palliative care.

My colleagues are accredited supervisors, supporting vibrant research groups undertaking a broad range of studies related to nursing and midwifery, education, interdisciplinary practices and health service delivery. I believe the design of an exciting and stimulating research degrees program and support of research students is instrumental in facilitating great student experiences and completion of excellent research projects.”

Having spent the last 14 years working in emergency and critical care nursing, I have always had a passion for improving the quality of nursing practise and raising the profile of nurses.

I choose to start my PhD journey at Monash after receiving a scholarship from Indonesia Endowment Fund for Education (LPDP). Since starting my Doctor of Philosophy, I have had a keen interest in exploring how emergency nurses in Indonesia sustain themselves and provide effective care. Not only have I been able to gain international study experience, but I have also developed a deeper understanding for advanced research methods and been able to hone my critical analysis skills.

Monash has provided me with more than just your ordinary study experience. My fellow students and I have access to great facilities, the latest resources and caring supervisors who are experts in their field. I also have the opportunity to take up professional development workshops that are tailored to my interests and needs. As exciting as research is, it can also be very demanding. The student associations are a great way to take a break, meet new friends, and unwind (before going back to study).

Being part of the Monash community, I have been fortunate enough to publish my articles in international journals as well as present at international conferences. It’s been a great experience to meet other PhD students from an array of cultures.

Following completion, my goal is to be a professor in nursing. I would like to teach as well as continuing to carry out world-class research that will bring about positive change to nursing practice.”

GILNY RANTUNG Doctor of Philosophy (Nursing)

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