Forensic Nursing and Midwifery - M4041
Graduate certificate
This graduate certificate provides you with advanced expertise and specialised knowledge in forensic nursing and midwifery. You will investigate contemporary issues in Australian health law and ethics and the role of health professionals in the assessment of cases of physical and sexual assault. This course will allow you to gain knowledge of the Australian legal system, laws of evidence, the classification of injuries and forensic responsibilities arising from physical injury and sexual assault. You will gain skills in the preparation of a medico-legal report and giving evidence in court proceedings, as well as in the accurate documentation of injuries, collection of forensic evidence and consideration of complex ethical issues.
At a glance
Course Details
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The course is NOT available to International Students currently in Australia on a Student Visa, or International students living and studying offshore. |
Duration |
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Start date |
First semester (February), Second Semester (July) |
Qualification |
Graduate Certificate of Forensic Nursing and Midwifery |
Entry Requirements
You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.
Minimum Entry Requirements (Domestic students)
Qualifications
An Australian Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in nursing or midwifery with at least a pass (50%) average. and Current practice registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
English requirements
Level C
| IELTS (Academic): 7.0 Overall score, with minimum band scores: Listening 6.5, Reading 6.5, Writing 6.5 and Speaking 6.5 | or | Pearson Test of English (Academic): 65 Overall score, with minimum scores: Listening 58, Reading 58, Speaking 58 and Writing 58 | or | TOEFL iBT: 0 - 120 scale: 1 - 6 scale: | or |
Courses that require English Level A only: Other approved English tests (minimum entry scores apply) Courses with English Level B, C, D, E and F: Other approved English tests (higher entry scores apply than specified) |
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
Making the application
Future students
Self assess for credit eligibility
Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page.
Fees
Fees are subject to change annually.
Full fee
The total fees for 2026 for this 24 credit point (6 month full-time or 12 month part-time) course are:
A$15,550
The equivalent fee per 48 credit points representing a standard full-time course load for 2026 would be A$31,100
Fee assistance
As a full fee-paying student, you may be eligible to apply for the optional FEE-HELP to assist you to pay all or part of your tuition fees.
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
Other costs and fees
For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.