Course coordinator
Dr Susannah Brady
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Nursing, Midwifery & Social Wk
This course enables students to change from the Bachelor of Nursing program to either the Bachelor of Midwifery or the Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Midwifery following completion of year one in the Bachelor Nursing. This course provides the foundational midwifery knowledge covered in Year One of the Bachelor of Midwifery or the Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Midwifery through intensive workshops over two (2) weeks, including clinical skills simulation augmented by online modules and face to face lectures prior to students' exposure to health complexities in pregnancy.
On successful completion of the intensive workshop, students will join the midwifery student cohort to explore health complexities women have in pregnancy. Some women experience complications and/or have existing medical conditions that will require specialist obstetric and multidisciplinary care during pregnancy, labour and birth and in the postpartum period. Midwives play a pivotal role in the care process not only in delivering the necessary care but also in providing continuity and support and interfacing either directly or indirectly with all members of the multidisciplinary team. The role of the midwife in screening, assessment, and early detection of such conditions, as well as the psychological impact on mothers and families will be explored. Students will have the opportunity to practice skills of monitoring, assessing and caring for the woman and baby with complexities, in a simulated environment.
NB The intensive workshop is timetabled for the 2 weeks before the beginning of Semester One.
NB The mandatory intensive workshop is timetabled for the 2 weeks before the beginning of Semester One and includes midwifery clinical skills development in a simulated environment.
This teaching intensive 2 week course will introduce midwifery as a profession that values woman-centred care. The emphasis for learning is on normal physiology in relation to pregnancy and birth, and developing midwifery skills required for clinical placement. Once the intensive component is completed, students will commence learning aboutﾠmaternal and new born health complexities in pregnancy.ﾠThe course incorporates theory based learning through lectures, and Problem Based Learning (PBL).The PBL sessions are designed to significantly aid student learning and critical thinking with oral assessments incorporated throughout the semester. Lectures will be presented by expert guest and UQ staff lecturers and will be on campus, face-to-face, and recorded for studying purposes.ﾠ
Course requirements
Assumed background
It is assumed that students taking this course have successfully completed all pre-requisite coursesﾠor have been granted credit for these courses. Students will be required to be competent in the skills learned in previous semesters in order to advance their practice.
Incompatible
You can't enrol in this course if you've already completed the following:
MIDW2102
Restrictions
BMid and BN/BMid
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Dr Susannah Brady
Ms Peta Winters-Chang
Associate Professor Lauren Kearney
Ms Emma Shipton
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Additional timetable information
Review the timetable for the pre semester 2 week intensive course. Please check allocated timetable for the semester lecture and PBL times.
Aims and outcomes
The aim of this course is to introduce students to midwifery care and the concept of partnership with women in childbirth and transition to midwifery practice. This course introduces preparation to birth, while identifying with the theoretical and philosophical frameworksﾠof midwifery practice. ﾠ
Some women experience complications and/or have existing medical and mental health conditions that will require specialist obstetric and multidisciplinary care during pregnancy, labour and birth and in the postpartum period.ﾠ
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Critically evaluate the importance of holistic assessment of maternal, and fetal/newborn well-being, which includes practice in the assessment of the physical, emotional, cultural and psychological needs of the woman and her baby, in the antenatal, intrapartum and post-natal periods, including complex health conditions.
LO2.
Analyse effective ways of supporting the mother/newborn dyad to optimize physiological transition from intrauterine to extra uterine life including establishment of feeding.
LO3.
Advocate for the role of the midwifery partnership to promote normal, non-interventional choices for women during labour, birth, and the postpartum including breastfeeding including communication, environment, support, assessment and monitoring
LO4.
Investigate and critically review the role of the midwife and the need to consult and refer with other health professionals to provide safe comprehensive care for the woman with complexities in pregnancy, labour and the postpartum period, including rural and remote health services.
LO5.
Analyse common medical conditions that women experience in pregnancy and their effect on both mother and baby and examine strategies in providing culturally responsive woman-centred care to women as they are challenged by and deal with the physical and psychological complications of high-risk birthing.
LO6.
Using contemporary and appropriate evidence, critically examine the pathophysiology of, diagnosis, and evidence for treatment of, and expected outcomes associated with complex medical conditions of significance to midwifery practice.
LO7.
Investigate and advocate for the importance midwives have in providing health promotion and prevention strategies for women with complex medical conditions including women from culturally diverse backgrounds.
LO8.
Critically review how contemporary and relevant evidence can be used to inform midwifery care of women with complex health needs with a particular focus on the use of digital health technology to improve health outcomes.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Role play/ Simulation |
Objective Simulated Clinical Assessment (OSCA)
|
NGP |
21/02/2025 1:00 pm
Assessment will be in person in the scheduled CBL session day 6 of the Foundations of Midwifery 2 Week Intensive Workshop. |
| Quiz |
Early Semester Blackboard Quiz
|
20% |
28/02/2025 1:00 pm |
| Presentation |
Health Complexity in Pregnancy Oral Presentation
|
30% |
14/03/2025 - 30/05/2025
Presentations will be held over the semester weeks 3-11 during the PBL tutorial. Presentations are required to be submitted to gradebook for marking on the agreed presentation date. |
| Examination |
Digital Online On Campus Invigilated Exam
|
50% |
End of Semester Exam Period 7/06/2025 - 21/06/2025 |
Assessment details
Objective Simulated Clinical Assessment (OSCA)
- Identity Verified
- In-person
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Role play/ Simulation
- Weight
- NGP
- Due date
21/02/2025 1:00 pm
Assessment will be in person in the scheduled CBL session day 6 of the Foundations of Midwifery 2 Week Intensive Workshop.
- Learning outcomes
- L01
Task description
This OSCA will assess the midwifery skill of an Abdominal palpation and Fetal Heart assessment. This assessment will be in person in the scheduled CBL session of the Foundations of Midwifery 2 Week Intensive Workshop.
Submission guidelines
Please bring a copy of the assessment task to your OSCA where your lecturer will sign it off as completed. Completed signed assessment task will be submitted to gradebook.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 7 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
If awarded and extension for this assessment, the assessment will take place at a time suitable to the course coordinator.
Early Semester Blackboard Quiz
- Online
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Quiz
- Weight
- 20%
- Due date
28/02/2025 1:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03
Task description
This is an individual assessment and must be completed on your own device according to the UQ’s Academic Integrity Pledge. The quiz will include 10 multiple choice, and 10 short answer questions based on the content from the Foundations of Midwifery Intensive course. Students are required to achieve 50% accuracy within the allocated time of one hour to achieve a successful grade in this assessment.
Submission guidelines
This will be an off campus, online non-invigilated assessment on the platform Blackboard Ultra submitted on this platform.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 7 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
If awarded an extension for this assessment, the assessment will take place by the extension approval time at a time suitable to the student and course coordinator.
Late submission
Exams submitted after the end of the submission time will incur a late penalty.
Health Complexity in Pregnancy Oral Presentation
- Mode
- Oral
- Category
- Presentation
- Weight
- 30%
- Due date
14/03/2025 - 30/05/2025
Presentations will be held over the semester weeks 3-11 during the PBL tutorial. Presentations are required to be submitted to gradebook for marking on the agreed presentation date.
- Other conditions
- Peer assessment factor.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08
Task description
The aim of this assessment is to develop your knowledge and understanding of the care and management of a woman/fetus/neonate with a complex health condition experienced in the antenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum periods. You will be required to present this knowledge in a group presentation, and awarded an individual grade. The oral presentation assessment for this course will be recorded in alignment with UQ policies and procedures.
Submission guidelines
Your power point slides are to be submitted to the blackboard course group discussion board and gradebook for marking purposes on the agreed presentation date.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 7 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Presentations that require an extension need to be submitted for grading to blackboard gradebook by the extension approval time. The presentation will then be presented in the next available PBL tutorial.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Digital Online On Campus Invigilated Exam
- Online
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 50%
- Due date
End of Semester Exam Period
7/06/2025 - 21/06/2025
- Other conditions
- Time limited.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08
Task description
This examination will be held online using the INSPERA platform, the exam will be held on campus and will be invigilated. The exam will be administered by central exams during the semester exam block.
Exam details
| Planning time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Calculator options | No calculators permitted |
| Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Exam platform | Inspera |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Deferred Examination.ﾠIf a student has missed or will miss an examination (including an in-class examination during teaching weeks) the student may apply for a deferred examination. Applications may be approved for medical reasons or exceptional circumstances, or there is a once-off discretionary deferred examination, as per the guidelines inﾠﾠDeferring an exam - my.UQ - University of Queenslandﾠ.For an explanation of the procedure for applying please seeﾠDeferring an exam - my.UQ - University of Queenslandﾠ
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 0.1% - 29.9% |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 2 (Fail) | 30% - 46.9% |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 47% - 49.9% |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes |
| 4 (Pass) | 50% - 64.49% |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 5 (Credit) | 65.5% - 74.49% |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 74.5% - 84.49% |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 84.5% - 100% |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
Additional course grading information
All pieces of assessment must be submitted to pass the course.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Additional assessment information
All PowerPoint presentations are to be uploaded into Blackboard for grading
In person assessment: This assessment task is to be completed in-person. The use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT) tools will not be permitted. Any attempted use of AI or MT may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Oral Presentation. The oral assessment for this course will be recorded in alignment with UQ policies and procedures. A presentation time that is within ﾱ10% of the set time is acceptable. For presentation time that is outside this (by10%) will be penalised through a reduction of 10% of the total mark available for the assessment. This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT). Students are advised that the use of AI or MT technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct
Deferred Examination.ﾠIf a student has missed or will miss an examination (including an in-class examination during teaching weeks) the student may apply for a deferred examination. Applications may be approved for medical reasons or exceptional circumstances, or there is a once-off discretionary deferred examination, as per the guidelines inﾠﾠDeferring an exam - my.UQ - University of Queenslandﾠ.For an explanation of the procedure for applying please seeﾠDeferring an exam - my.UQ - University of Queenslandﾠ
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Additional learning resources information
Student Email Students are provided with a UQ email account and must monitor the account whilst enrolled at UQ. Please see Policy 6.20.04 and in particular section 3.2 Student and Alumni Email for information regarding the appropriate use of email.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Multiple weeks |
Workshop |
Foundations of Midwifery Practice 2 Week Pre-Semester Intensive Workshop This Foundation course will require you to attend the two (2) week intensive pre-semester workshop February 10th - February 27th Monday/Wednesday/ Friday each week. The venue is the Whitty Building, Mater Hospital Campus, South Brisbane. Details will be sent once you are enrolled in the course. Workshop days for the course are Monday, Wednesday and Friday and attendance is mandatory. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Multiple weeks From Week 1 To Week 13 |
Lecture |
Midwifery Lecture Midwifery specific lecture content will be provided by UQ Midwifery and Guest Lecturers and provides knowledge essential for midwifery practice. Please check individual timetables, attendance is highly recommended. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06 |
Problem-based learning |
Problem Based Learning These sessions will be held as per the UQ timetable biweekly across the semester. Attendance at these workshops are highly recommended as learning and assessment for this course are linked to this activity. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.