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Postgraduate Study in Cardiology

    Overview

    The Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Technology (PGDipMedTech) endorsed in Cardiology extends the Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Technology for those working in cardiology, with a focus on cardiac arrhythmia, heart failure and ischemic heart disease, and the key tools used in the diagnosis and management of these conditions.

    This Diploma is available by Distance Learning.

    Information for new applicants

    It is compulsory that students complete the Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Technology before enrolling in the Diploma. Students must also be employed as a Cardiac Technologist.

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    Whether you are advancing your career with our specialised graduate qualifications or pursuing in-depth research and expertise through our postgraduate programmes, Otago is here to support your aspirations.

    Postgraduate qualifications

    Honours, Master’s, PhDs, and other advanced degrees for graduates. Just one additional year of study will earn you a valuable postgraduate degree. Or perhaps you want the depth of a full year of research-only time during a Master’s or to step up to a PhD.

    Graduate Qualifications

    Our graduate qualifications are crafted to transition students from foundational studies to advanced, specialised knowledge.

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    Take your expertise to the next level with advanced study.

    Programme details

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    Papers
    • MTEC 701 Biomedical Science for Medical Technicians
    • MTEC 702 Physiological Monitoring for Medical Technicians
    • MTEC 703 Cardiovascular Science for Medical Technicians
    • MTEC 704 Cardiovascular Technology
    Further information regarding the PGDipMedTech endorsed in Cardiology is available from the University of Otago, Wellington website.

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    Department of Surgery and Anaesthesia

    Tel +64 4 806 1492 or +64 4 918 5554
    Email mtex.wsmhs@otago.ac.nz
    Website Department of Surgery and Anaesthesia


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