Postgraduate Diploma in Obstetrics and Medical Gynaecology (PGDipObstMedGyn)
Medicine
A course by
University of Auckland
A one-year (full-time) postgraduate diploma providing practical and formal training to improve the standard of obstetric and gynaecological care for general practitioners.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
Off-campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
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.
Develop specialised clinical skills
Attain practical and theoretical knowledge in contraception, pregnancy care, medical gynaecology, and associated clinical practices.
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
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Healthcare
Women's Health
Medical Services
Future employment opportunities might be
Enhanced clinical roles in obstetrics and gynaecology for general practitioners
Potential for advanced practice in women's health services