Study the Postgraduate Diploma in Aeromedical Retrieval and Transport (PGDipAeroRT)
Study advanced aeromedical care with experienced retrieval clinicians
At Otago, you will learn through a flexible international distance learning model designed for practising doctors working in demanding clinical environments. Teaching is informed by expertise from the Occupational and Aviation Medicine Unit and reflects the operational and clinical realities of aeromedical retrieval and transport practice. As you progress beyond the certificate level, you will engage more deeply with clinical care in the air, operational systems, and the co‑ordination required to deliver safe patient transport across diverse settings.
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Programme details
Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in Aeromedical Retrieval and Transport (PGDipAeroRT)
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 the degrees of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery of a university in New Zealand or have an equivalent medical qualification acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences).
Structure of the Programme
- The programme shall consist of four papers in Aeromedical Retrieval and Transport, AVME 717, AVME 718, AVME 721 and AVME 722.
- With approval of the Programme Academic Co-ordinator, a candidate may substitute a research paper, AVME 780 or AVME 785 (30 points), for one paper in (a) above.
- A candidate who has completed the requirements for the Postgraduate Certificate in Aeromedical Retrieval and Transport shall be credited with those papers in the programme for the diploma which have been previously passed for the certificate.
Duration of the Programme
- The programme will normally be completed in two years of part-time study.
- A candidate shall satisfy the requirements of the programme within five years of admission to the programme.
Level of Award of the Diploma
The diploma may be awarded with distinction or with credit.
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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Study Aeromedical Retrieval and Transport at Otago
Learn with globally recognised aeromedical expertise
At Otago, you will study within a programme shaped by globally recognised expertise and strong industry connections in aeromedical retrieval and transport. The distance learning format is designed for practising doctors, making it possible to build specialist knowledge while continuing to work.
Through guided online learning, discussion, and regular webinars, you will engage with the operational, logistical, and clinical factors that influence safe transport in complex environments. This qualification offers a credible pathway for doctors who want to deepen their retrieval practice, strengthen their professional profile, and prepare for broader responsibility in aeromedical services.
More information
Dr Robin Griffiths
Mob +64 21 620 148
Email rob.griffiths@otago.ac.nz
Programme Manager
Tel +64 4 385 5591
Email oamu@otago.ac.nz
See the OAMU website for more information.
