The regulations for this postgraduate diploma are to be read in conjunction with all other relevant statutes and regulations including the Academic Statutes and Regulations.

1 In order to be admitted to this postgraduate diploma, an applicant must have:

a completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, or the equivalent medical qualification

and

b hold current registration either with the Medical Council of New Zealand or as a Medical Practitioner in the country of domicile

and

c satisfy the Programme Director that they have adequate access to clinical work to undertake the programme at a facility approved by the University of Auckland.

2 Equivalency will be determined by the University.

Note: This is a limited entry programme as per the Limitation of Entry Statute 1991 and selection criteria apply. Selection criteria are available from the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences.

3 A student enrolled for this postgraduate diploma must:

a pass courses with a total value of 120 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Postgraduate Diplomas.

4 The total enrolment for this postgraduate diploma must not exceed 160 points.

5 A student enrolled for this postgraduate diploma must pass 120 points from courses listed in the Postgraduate Diploma in Obstetrics and Medical Gynaecology Schedule.

6 A student enrolled for this postgraduate diploma who has already passed any course the same as, or similar to, those required under Regulation 5, must substitute an alternative course as approved by the Programme Director.

7 A student must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.

8 A student enrolled for this postgraduate diploma must carry out satisfactorily such practical or clinical work as the Programme Director may require.

9 A student who has passed courses towards the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences specialising in Women’s Health may apply to reassign those courses to this postgraduate diploma provided that the postgraduate certificate has not been awarded.

10 This postgraduate diploma may be awarded with Distinction or Merit as specified in the General Regulations – Postgraduate Diplomas.

11 In exceptional circumstances the Programme Director may approve a variation to a student’s programme of study in accordance with the Enrolment and Programme Regulations.

12 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2025.