Shape the future of maternal and reproductive care through research, practice, and leadership with our postgraduate programmes.
Why study Obstetrics and Gynaecology?
Obstetrics and gynaecology sit at the heart of life’s biggest moments – from the first heartbeat in the womb to the complex challenges of reproductive health. A postgraduate qualification in this field doesn’t just deepen your medical knowledge: it empowers you to provide better care, lead in policy, or contribute to groundbreaking research.
At Otago, you’ll explore real-world issues facing women and whānau in Aotearoa, engage with case-based learning, and shape your learning around your career. Whether that’s in community health, midwifery, general practice, or specialist clinical work. This is more than academic training: it’s about shaping the future of maternal and reproductive care.
Career opportunities
Our postgraduate programmes open doors to a variety of meaningful and high-impact roles. Whether you're focused on clinical practice, research, or education, here are some pathways you could take:
- Specialist obstetrician or gynaecologist
- General practitioner with enhanced women’s health skills
- Midwife or nurse educator in maternal health
- Clinical researcher in reproductive medicine or pregnancy outcomes
- Health policy adviser or advocate in women’s health and public health
What it’s like to study at this level
Postgraduate study in obstetrics and gynaecology at Otago blends real-world practice with deep academic learning. Through the distance-taught programmes, you’ll join case-based audio-conferences, explore current clinical dilemmas, and attend residential courses. If you pursue a Master’s or PhD, you’ll work with supervisors on research in areas like placental function, contraception, or neonatal outcomes. Throughout, you’ll learn in a collaborative, supportive community focused on making a real impact.
This is for you if ...
To thrive in these programmes, you should have a medical or allied-health background, strong clinical experience, and a passion for women’s health. A willingness to engage in self-directed learning, especially for distance-taught courses, will serve you well.
Study with world-class experts in obstetrics and gynaecology
When you choose Otago for postgraduate study in obstetrics and gynaecology, you're joining a department renowned for research excellence, clinical leadership, and a Te Tiriti-led commitment to health equity. Our postgraduate programmes are offered in partnership across Dunedin, Christchurch, and Wellington campuses, giving you flexibility and broad perspectives. You’ll learn from experienced clinicians and academics, many leading influential research in women's health. Plus, our distance-learning options mean you can balance study with work, and our residential sessions bring the community together for deep connection and rich learning.
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, masters’, 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
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Papers
View a list of all related papers below.
OBGY papers
| Paper Code | Year | Title | Points | Teaching period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBGY712 | 2026 | Pre and Early Pregnancy Care | 15 points | 1st Non standard period (19 January 2026 - 6 April 2026), 2nd Non standard period (15 June 2026 - 7 September 2026) |
| OBGY713 | 2026 | Pregnancy Care in the Community | 15 points | 1st Non standard period (30 March 2026 - 22 June 2026), 2nd Non standard period (31 August 2026 - 23 November 2026) |
| OBGY715 | 2026 | Medical Gynaecology I | 15 points | 1st Non standard period (19 January 2026 - 6 April 2026), 2nd Non standard period (15 June 2026 - 7 September 2026) |
| OBGY716 | 2026 | Medical Gynaecology II | 15 points | 1st Non standard period (30 March 2026 - 22 June 2026), 2nd Non standard period (31 August 2026 - 23 November 2026) |
| OBGY717 | 2026 | Obstetrics and Gynaecology Clinical Training | 30 points | Full Year |
| OBGY718 | 2026 | Obstetrics and Gynaecology Residential Course 1 | 15 points | 1st Non standard period (5 January 2026 - 6 April 2026), 2nd Non standard period (4 May 2026 - 2 August 2026), 3rd Non standard period (8 June 2026 - 6 September 2026) |
| OBGY719 | 2026 | Obstetrics and Gynaecology Residential Course 2 | 15 points | 1st Non standard period (21 September 2026 - 14 December 2026), 2nd Non standard period (12 October 2026 - 15 January 2027) |
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
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