This programme is being replaced by the Postgraduate Certificate in Pregnancy and Medical Gynaecology (PGCertPMG). Please refer to the PGCertPMG page for more information.
Overview
The University of Otago offers several papers in obstetrics and gynaecology designed for family planning trainees, midwives, general practitioners, continuing medical education registrants.
The Postgraduate Certificate in Women's Health (PGCertWHlth) is also available through Distance Learning.
Note: This programme is only available to students living and studying within New Zealand.
A candidate, with the approval of the Programme Academic Co-ordinator, may substitute for up to 30 points components of the University of Auckland's Postgraduate Diploma in Obstetrics and Medical Gynaecology programme.
Examinations
A candidate who fails a paper may, on the recommendation of the examiners, be admitted to a special examination.
Duration of the Programme
The duration of the programme shall be half an academic year of full-time study or the equivalent in part-time study. Candidates are normally expected to complete the programme in two years.
Variations
The Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences) may in exceptional circumstances approve a course of study which does not comply with these regulations.
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Regulations on this page are taken from the 2025 Calendar and supplementary material.
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