- Duration
- Full-time: 1 year
- Part-time: Varies
- Next start date
- 2024 Semester One - 14 February
- Available locations
- Off-campus
- Points
- 120
- Programme type
- Postgraduate
Programme overview
This diploma is aimed at improving the standard of obstetric and gynaecological care provided by general practitioners working in the community.
You will undergo a programme of practical training and formal education.
Programme structure
- 120-point postgraduate diploma programme
- Completed within one year full-time or four years part-time
- Enter from an undergraduate medical degree
- Seven core courses cover contraception in pregnancy, postnatal care, medical gynaecology, residential obstetrics and gynaecology (120 points)
You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.
Sample programme structure
Year 1 120 points
-
- Code:
- OBSTGYN 712
- Name:
- Contraception and Pre and Early Pregnancy
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- OBSTGYN 713
- Name:
- Pregnancy and Postnatal Care in the Community
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- OBSTGYN 715
- Name:
- Medical Gynaecology 1
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- OBSTGYN 716
- Name:
- Medical Gynaecology 2
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- OBSTGYN 717A/B
- Name:
- Practical Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 30 pts
-
- Code:
- OBSTGYN 721
- Name:
- Obstetrics Residential
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- OBSTGYN 722
- Name:
- Gynaecology Residential
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
2025 entry requirements
Programme requirements
Entry to this diploma is limited to 25 students per year.
You must have completed an undergraduate degree in medicine, such as the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB), or equivalent medical qualification, at a recognised university (or similar institution).
You will also need to hold current registration as a medical practitioner with either the Medical Council of New Zealand or as a Medical Practitioner in your home country, and have adequate access to clinical work in a hospital approved by the University of Auckland.
You will be asked to provide a current CV.
Further programme requirements
English language requirements
If you are an international applicant whose first language is not English you will need to provide evidence of your English proficiency.
You will require an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 with no bands less than 6.0. See alternative English language requirements.
How much does a Postgraduate Diploma in Obstetrics and Medical Gynaecology cost per year?
2025 fees
- Domestic students
- NZ$10,892.40*
- International students
- NZ$52,585*
Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $9.24 per point, estimated at $1,108.80 for full-time study (120 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.
*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.
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Key dates
Note: For international applicants, the application closing date for Semester Two 2024 is 24 May 2024.
Please note: We will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.
Application closing dates
- Semester One 2025
- 8 December 2024
Start dates
Here are the start dates for the programme.
| Semester One | Starts – 14 February |
|---|---|
| Ends – 24 June |
Other important dates
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Where could this programme take you?
PGDipObstMedGyn graduates will have the knowledge and skills to improve the reproductive health of all women and the welfare of babies in their registered medical professional role. We advise that the University of Auckland is not involved in the employment of graduates and can make no guarantee of post-qualification registration or employment in New Zealand or any other country.
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We advise that the University of Auckland is not involved in the employment of graduates and can make no guarantee of post-qualification registration or employment in New Zealand or any other country.
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