Be at the heart of health services, providing compassionate care and advocacy for patients.
Nurses and midwives are irreplaceable, essential members of society. They’re pivotal to community wellbeing, supporting people through their most vulnerable moments, from birth to the last moments of life.
If you’re organised, empathetic and want a career where every day is different – nursing and midwifery is for you. At Adelaide University, you can begin a career with endless potential to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families.
Study an evidence-based, industry-informed curriculum that reflects best practice in nursing and midwifery. Collaborate with professionals, researchers and students from our other health degrees. Learn how to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and workplaces. Build sought-after clinical and professional skills. You’ll graduate ready to excel in clinical practice, inform policies and tackle national health priorities.
Nursing
Global staffing shortages and ageing populations are driving demand for skilled nurses. There’s also an increasing prevalence of mental health challenges and the ongoing threat of infectious disease. It’s predicted jobs for registered nurses will increase by 24.5% by 2033*. At Adelaide University, we’ll make sure you graduate as a trusted and experienced professional, ready to contribute to the largest sector in Australia’s workforce.
Supported by internationally renowned teaching staff, you’ll build practical skills through placements in metropolitan, rural and regional hospitals. Learn in our simulated hospital and health service environment, using the latest 360° video and augmented reality technologies.
Midwifery
Midwives advocate, educate and protect. They are there for their patients through every stage of pregnancy, birth and beyond. Learn how to provide essential knowledge and care during the pre- and postnatal period of these significant moments. Through hands-on experience in our high-tech simulation hospital, you’ll build practical skills and establish valuable connections with industry partners and leading clinicians.
Gain confidence through supportive real-life professional practice and level up your health career at Adelaide University.
*Jobs and Skills Australia, Employment Projections (2023).
Build skills in real-world settings
Complete hands-on placements across a range of healthcare environments.
Gain a depth of experience
Access the latest technologies and approaches to patient care.
Learn from experts
Be supported by internationally renowned teachers, researchers and professionals.