The Postgraduate Diploma in Obstetrics and Medical Gynaecology (PGDipObstMedGyn) is aimed at improving the standard of obstetric and
gynaecological care provided by general practitioners working in the community.
Diploma candidates undergo a programme of practical training and formal education.
2012 Obstetrics and Gynaecology Postgraduate Handbook(394.8KB PDF)
Eligibility
Students need to have completed the
requirements for the Degree of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (or
an equivalent medical qualification). Students must also hold current registration
with the Medical Council of New Zealand or as a medical practitioner in the country
of domicile.
This programme is offered by the
School of Medicine. The courses have fortnightly lectures, and will be available
in a Flexible learning format.
Duration and points value
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Points value: |
120 |
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Time to complete: |
Within one year if enrolled full-time, within four years if enrolled part-time |
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Start semester: |
One or two |
Content
Students are required to enrol in, and complete, the following courses:
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OBSTGYN 712 - Contraception in Pre and Early Pregnancy (15 Points)
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OBSTGYN 713 - Pregnancy and Postnatal Care in the Community (15 Points)
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OBSTGYN 715 - Medical Gynaecology I (15 Points)
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OBSTGYN 716 - Medical Gynaecology II (15 Points)
- OBSTGYN 717 - Practical Obstetrics and Gynaecology (30 Points)
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OBSTGYN 721 - Obstetrics Residential (15 Points)
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OBSTGYN 722 - Gynaecology Residential (15 Points)
To ensure you enrol on time, please visit our postgraduate study section and
follow our
Step-by-step guide to enrolment.
Important information
Places on this programme are limited. Priority may be given to applications
received on or before the closing date of 8 December.
Once you start this programme you will need to enrol continuously (each semester)
until the programme is finished. If you need to take a break you must apply for
a suspension.
This programme has a
total enrolment clause of 160 points. This is the maximum number
of points you can enrol in (including failed or withdrawn courses) towards this
programme.
Regulations
Detailed information on admission criteria, programme structure and content, and
the schedule of courses can be found in the
Calendar Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in Obstetrics and Medical
Gynaecology.
These should also be read in conjunction with the University's
General Regulations - Postgraduate Diplomas.
For more information please contact:
