Dean's welcome

For more than fifty years, La Trobe's School of Nursing and Midwifery has educated nurses and midwives and conducted world-leading research that positively influences the health and wellbeing of individuals, families and communities.

Our educational philosophy is grounded in a commitment to promoting equitable access to high-quality, evidence-informed, midwifery and nursing-led care.

From entry-to-practice qualifications to specialty, advanced practice award courses and research training, we offer a comprehensive range of educational offerings.

Our courses are designed for those starting their careers, as well as for registered nurses and midwives seeking to expand their education and leadership capabilities. They are co-designed with clinical experts, employers and consumers to ensure they meet the evolving needs of the healthcare sector.

Our students benefit from access to state-of-the-art teaching and simulation facilities at La Trobe's Bundoora campus, along with a unique clinical school model embedded within key partner health services. This model allows students to progressively integrate into the healthcare workforce, ensuring they are practice-ready upon graduation.

At the postgraduate level, we offer tailored pathways for nurses and midwives to deepen their expertise and specialise in areas including advanced practice and nurse practitioner roles.

Our impactful research, recognised as world-class, directly informs our teaching, providing students with current, evidence-based knowledge and practice. We are home to leading researchers and two prominent research centres: The Judith Lumley Centre and the Australian Institute for Primary Care and Ageing.

Our national and international alumni network continues to grow, fostering strong global connections and lifelong professional relationships.

Professor Marie Gerdtz
Dean, School of Nursing and Midwifery