MEDICINE AND HEALTH Bachelor of Health Science Honours Bachelor of Midwifery Honours SATAC CODE – 1BH019 SATAC CODE – 1BH014 Casuarina Online UAC CODE – 820030 UAC CODE – 820052 Casuarina Online DURATION – 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time DURATION – 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time DOMESTIC INTAKE – Semester 1, Semester 2 DOMESTIC INTAKE – Semester 1, Semester 2 ABOUT THE COURSE ABOUT THE COURSE Build on your knowledge and skills. Our Bachelor of Health The Bachelor of Midwifery Honours is designed to extend Science Honours is an additional year of undergraduate study knowledge gained through your undergraduate midwifery which will provide you with the opportunity to increase your education. You will undertake the program in partnership with an knowledge and gain specialised skills in your area of interest. experienced midwife academic who will provide mentoring and You will develop skills in research design, sample collection, an introduction to research with a midwifery focus of your choice. critical analysis and interpreting data, while understanding the The course addresses foundation research concepts required for importance of ethical and professional issues pertaining to the higher level research studies. field of research. This encompasses: During the course, you will be required to complete coursework > acquisition of knowledge and skills in research methods, writing and/or health, plus complete an > critical thinking independent research project. This will also include writing a > decision making thesis which showcases your research achievements. > complex problem solving. Our Honours course will give you transferable skills in the areas You will use these skills to produce a registerable and potentially of critical thinking, time management, writing, communication publishable systematic review of the literature on a topic and team work, while contributing to the knowledge of your nominated by you. specified health field. An honours year also provides a pathway to postgraduate studies and a rewarding career in research. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Completion of a high quality honours degree can lead directly to Successful completion of a recognised Bachelor degree or entry to Doctor of Philosophy programs or prepare students for equivalent international qualification in a health science-related career opportunities as a research midwife. An Honours degree area with at least a credit average (GPA of 5.00). extends clinical knowledge in a specific area and can enhance your practice in your chosen clinical area. Consideration will also be given to applicants who are below a GPA of 5.00 who can demonstrate a suitable level of technical skills. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS ADDITIONAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Successful completion of a recognised bachelor degree or equivalent international qualification in midwifery with at least a You must contact the College of Health and Human Sciences at credit average (GPA 5.00). [email protected] to discuss a potential project and supervision prior to submitting an application. In addition to a credit average (GPA of 5.00), you are required to have a project topic and project supervisor who has agreed to supervise your project before admission is approved. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Criminal history check: A criminal history check may be required depending on the area of research you will be undertaking and the organisation involved. Charles Darwin University 71 2023 undergraduate and postgraduate degrees