Program Overview

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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD Thesis: Midwifery)

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD Thesis: Midwifery) is a research degree that involves an intense period of supervised study and research, leading to an original and significant contribution to knowledge. This degree prepares graduates for a leadership role in various industries and organizations that rely on research or research skills to solve real-world problems.

Course Description

The PhD is a University-wide research degree which involves an intense period of supervised study and research, leading to an original and significant contribution to knowledge. This is a degree of the future and is a recognised path for those wishing to assume leadership positions in their field of specialisation.

Course Code and Duration

• Course Code: UTS: C02099 (version 1)
• Duration: 4 years full-time, 8 years part-time

Intake

Research Session 1 2025, Research Session 2 2025, Research Session 1 2026, Research Session 2 2026

Course Fees

• Government-funded scholarship places available
• Tuition Fee: $189,117.00

Location

Our classes are held at our City Campus, or specialist off-campus locations. Some of our courses are delivered via online (distance) learning.

What You'll Study

Your research program is tailored to you. You'll design it with your supervisors and Faculty of Health at the start of your PhD. With access to our networks, facilities, and advanced training, you'll have the opportunity to deepen your specialty. Under expert mentorship, you'll study your chosen midwifery-related research topic over multiple years.

Admissions Information

Admission Requirements

Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised master's by research or bachelor honours degree with first class or second class / division 1 honours, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate research studies.

Selection Criteria

Selection criteria also include: research potential, research experience, quality of the research proposal, alignment with the UTS Research Strategy and the strategic goals of the field of specialisation, and the Faculty's ability to offer appropriate supervision in the applicant's chosen field.

English Language Requirements

• IELTS Academic: overall 7.0, writing 7.0
• TOEFL iBT: overall 94, writing 27
• Pearson PTE: overall 65, writing 65
• Cambridge C1A/C2P: overall 185, writing 185

Career Options

• Clinical Director of Midwifery Services
• Maternal Health Policy Advisor
• Advanced Clinical Practitioner
• Senior Consultant
• Academic Researcher

Facilities

Our world-class facilities support your future-focused learning and high-impact research. They enable effective partnerships with industry and provide services to our community.

Inherent Requirements

Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential for successfully completing a course at UTS. You can find the inherent requirements for your course via the inherent requirements directory.

Important Notes

Research degrees are offered on a research training scheme, scholarship or full-fee-paying basis (international). Contact UTS: Health or the UTS Graduate Research School for further details.