Postgraduate Diploma in Ophthalmic Basic Sciences (PGDipOphthBS)

Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in Ophthalmic Basic Sciences (PGDipOphthBS)

1. Admission to the Programme

   1. Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences).
   2. Every applicant must
      1. 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);
      2. be registered for medical practice in the country in which the programme is taught; and
      3. be engaged in or have completed the training requirements of postgraduate year 2 or have equivalent experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences).

2. Structure of the Programme

   1. The programme of study shall comprise the following four papers:
      • OPHT 801 Ophthalmic Anatomy (30 points)
      • OPHT 802 Ophthalmic Physiology (30 points)
      • OPHT 803 Ophthalmic Optics (30 points)
      • OPHT 804 Practical Ophthalmic Basic Sciences (30 points)

3. Duration of the Programme

   The duration of the programme shall be one year of full-time study or its equivalent in part-time study. The programme must be completed within five years of admission.

4. Level of Award of the Diploma

   The diploma may be awarded with distinction or with credit.

5. Variations

   The Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences) may in exceptional circumstances approve a course of study which does not comply with these regulations.