Postgraduate Diploma in Obstetrics and Medical Gynaecology (PGDipObstMedGyn)

Medicine

A one-year (full-time) postgraduate diploma providing practical and formal training to improve the standard of obstetric and gynaecological care for general practitioners.

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This course starts anytime

(120 Credits)


Online study

Flexible online learning from anywhere

Off-campus, Auckland

It will take a total of 1 year

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Enhance quality of care in obstetrics and gynaecology

Graduates will be able to improve standards of obstetric and gynaecological care delivered to women in the community.

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Develop specialised clinical skills

Attain practical and theoretical knowledge in contraception, pregnancy care, medical gynaecology, and associated clinical practices.

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Support reproductive and neonatal health

Contribute to improved reproductive health of women and improved welfare of babies as a registered medical professional.

What You're Signing Up For

This postgraduate diploma aims to enhance the standard of obstetric and gynaecological care provided by general practitioners. The programme includes practical training and formal education, covering a range of core topics across contraception, pregnancy care, medical gynaecology, and residential clinical components. Graduates will develop the knowledge and skills to improve reproductive health outcomes for women and infants.

Course Content

  • Contraception and pre/early pregnancy
  • Pregnancy and postnatal care in the community
  • Medical Gynaecology 1
  • Medical Gynaecology 2
  • Practical Obstetrics and Gynaecology
  • Obstetrics Residential
  • Gynaecology Residential
  • General clinical training in obstetrics and gynaecology

What you need to know first

An undergraduate medical degree

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Healthcare

  • Women's Health

  • Medical Services

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Enhanced clinical roles in obstetrics and gynaecology for general practitioners

  • Potential for advanced practice in women's health services