Postgraduate Study in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Overview
The University of Otago offers seven distance taught papers in obstetrics and gynaecology designed for family planning trainees, midwives, general practitioners, continuing medical education registrants and Postgraduate Diploma in Obstetrics and Medical Gynaecology (PGDipOMG) candidates.
The PGDipOMG is a distance-taught programme available through Otago Medical School's campuses in Christchurch, Dunedin, and Wellington.
Choose a study option
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.
Postgraduate Certificate in Pregnancy and Medical Gynaecology (PGCertPMG)
A half-year (minimum) coursework programme that can be completed with full-time or part-time study, and by distance or on campus
Postgraduate Diploma in Obstetrics and Medical Gynaecology (PGDipOMG)
A one-year full-time (or longer part-time) diploma that provides a comprehensive practice-based education in obstetrics and medical gynaecology
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.
Papers
View a list of all related papers below.
OBGY papers
| Paper Code | Year | Title | Points | Teaching period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBGY712 | 2025 | Pre and Early Pregnancy Care | 15 points | 1st Non standard period (21 January 2025 - 7 April 2025), 2nd Non standard period (17 June 2025 - 8 September 2025) |
| OBGY713 | 2025 | Pregnancy Care in the Community | 15 points | 1st Non standard period (1 April 2025 - 23 June 2025), 2nd Non standard period (2 September 2025 - 24 November 2025) |
| OBGY715 | 2025 | Medical Gynaecology I | 15 points | 1st Non standard period (21 January 2025 - 7 April 2025), 2nd Non standard period (17 June 2025 - 8 September 2025) |
| OBGY716 | 2025 | Medical Gynaecology II | 15 points | 1st Non standard period (1 April 2025 - 23 June 2025), 2nd Non standard period (2 September 2025 - 24 November 2025) |
| OBGY717 | 2025 | Obstetrics and Gynaecology Clinical Training | 30 points | Full Year |
| OBGY718 | 2025 | Obstetrics and Gynaecology Residential Course 1 | 15 points | 1st Non standard period (6 January 2025 - 6 April 2025), 2nd Non standard period (5 May 2025 - 3 August 2025), 3rd Non standard period (9 June 2025 - 7 September 2025) |
| OBGY719 | 2025 | Obstetrics and Gynaecology Residential Course 2 | 15 points | 1st Non standard period (22 September 2025 - 14 December 2025), 2nd Non standard period (13 October 2025 - 31 December 2025) |
Contacts
Distance Learning Coordinator
Department of Women's and Children's Health
PO Box 56
Dunedin 9054
Tel Ask Otago 0800 808 098
Email admin.obgypostgrad@otago.ac.nz
Web Postgraduate Programmes in Women's Health
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