Study the Postgraduate Certificate in Pregnancy and Medical Gynaecology (PGCertPMG)
Advancing care in pregnancy and medical gynaecology
Otago offers a rich learning environment shaped by clinical experience, academic rigour, and a strong commitment to women’s health. You will learn from specialists actively engaged in pregnancy and medical gynaecology care, research, and education, ensuring your study reflects current practice and emerging evidence. Teaching emphasises critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and reflective practice, helping you apply knowledge confidently in real healthcare contexts.
Flexible study options and a supportive postgraduate community allow you to balance professional commitments while progressing your expertise.
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Programme details
Regulations for the Postgraduate Certificate in Pregnancy and Medical Gynaecology (PGCertPMG)
Admission to the Programme
- Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences).
- Every applicant must have been awarded a health professional qualification requiring at least three years’ full-time tertiary study,
- Every applicant must have experience of, or be currently working in, or be eligible to work in, a clinical role in a relevant area.
Structure of the Programme
- The programme shall comprise papers to the value of 60 points: any three of OBGY 712, OBGY 713, OBGY 715, OBGY 716 plus OBGY 718.
- 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.
Career opportunities
This qualification supports health professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in pregnancy and medical gynaecology and strengthen their contribution to patient care and service delivery. Career pathways include:
- A clinician working in hospital or specialist health services
- A health professional working in primary care or community health
- A practitioner working in women’s health services
- A clinical educator working in health education settings
- A health professional contributing to reproductive health policy or programmes
More information
Postgraduate Administrator
Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Faculty of Medicine
PO Box 56
Dunedin 9054
Tel Ask Otago 0800 80 80 98
Email admin.obgypostgrad@otago.ac.nz
Website Postgraduate Programmes in Women's Health
