DIU Mécanique et techniques obstétricales at Université Sorbonne Paris Nord

Programme overview

The DIU Mécanique et techniques obstétricales focuses on the practice of obstetrics and quality of care for childbirth, mother and child, in partnership with the universities of Franche-Comté, Grenoble, Marseille, Toulouse and Lille. It is for interns, obstetricians and midwives who want to deepen their knowledge of the mechanisms and techniques of delivery.

Faculty: UFR de santé, médecine et biologie humaine | Duration: 1 year | Intake: March | Study mode: Continuing education; taught in French | Location: Villetaneuse, Île-de-France, France

What you will study

62 hours (54 of theory, 8 of practice) over two weeks (March and June) at Hôpital Jean Verdier in Bondy with part by video conference. Topics include cervical dilation, epidural analgesia, instrumental delivery (forceps, vacuum), breech and deflexed presentations, preterm birth, perineal tears, induction, shoulder dystocia, twins, simulation and ultrasound in the labour room.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Reserved for professionals already trained in gynaecology-obstetrics: state-registered midwives and specialist doctors.

EUR 450 a year (2025/2026). Training fee (frais de formation). Students in initial education this year and graduates of under 2 years (preferential rate). University user fee (droits d'usagers) of 254 EUR is charged in addition and is not included. Source

Intake: March

Duration: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://ecandidat.univ-paris13.fr/ecandidat

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