University of Otago Admissions

University of Otago International Student Medical and Travel Insurance

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University of Otago International Student Medical and Travel Insurance Medical and Travel Insurance   You will be charged for the insurance policy Studentsafe Inbound University unless you have been advised by the University of Otago that your alternative insurance policy is compliant. Applying for insurance cover is easy; accept your offer of place in eVision then complete … Read more

University of Otago International Student US Financial Aid

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University of Otago International Student US Financial Aid US Financial Aid at the University of Otago Overview Financial Aid at Otago is administered by the International Office. Our approach allows us to effectively manage your financial aid as well as ensuring that you have access to all the additional support structures, thus enhancing your learning … Read more

University of Otago International Student Enrolment and Orientation

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University of Otago International Student Enrolment and Orientation MBA Exchange Summer School, 2019: International Student enrolment and orientation seminar On your arrival at the University of Otago, you are required to attend an enrolment and orientation seminar. The enrolment and orientation seminar will take place on Monday 21 January at 5pm in the Business School, … Read more

University of Otago International Student Fees Structure

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University of Otago International Student Fees Structure International fees International Students studying at Otago pay international tuition fees. The figures listed in the fees schedule below are a guide and represents the tuition fee for a normal full-time course comprised entirely of papers from the specified subject area. Download the University of Otago’s 2019 tuition … Read more

University of Otago Australian Students Fees Structure

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University of Otago Australian Students Fees Structure Australian students Australian citizens and permanent residents pay the same fees as New Zealand citizens if they are studying in New Zealand. If they are studying distance learning papers from outside of New Zealand they will need to pay international fees. They are also not eligible to apply … Read more

University of Otago Domestic Fees Structure

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University of Otago Domestic Fees Structure Domestic Fees The tuition fees listed below are for domestic students only.  Most domestic students who are new to tertiary education will be eligible for one year of fees-free study at Otago. See www.otago.ac.nz/study/fees-free.html for more information. Each figure listed in the table below represents the tuition fee for a normal … Read more

University of Otago Changes of course

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University of Otago Changes of course Changes of course If you wish to add, drop, or change papers, and have completed the course approval declaration, you will need to complete a change request form. The 2019 deadlines for making changes to your course are below:   ADDING – BY 5PM ON: DELETION – BY 5PM ON: … Read more

University of Otago PhD Admission

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University of Otago PhD Admission Admission to the PhD degree In order to engage in study towards a PhD, it is necessary both to be admitted to the programme and enrolled as a student of the University. Admission occurs once, at the beginning of a candidature. It involves an academic decision about the prospective student’s … Read more

University of Otago Changes to admission details or circumstances

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University of Otago Changes to admission details or circumstances Formal approval is required for most changes which may become necessary regarding the details of a candidate’s admission. Changes to Research Details Typical examples of such changes include: major change of topic or title. (Variations in the wording of the title of the thesis do not … Read more

University of Otago PhD Application Process

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University of Otago PhD Application Process PhD application process We welcome applications for PhD study and scholarships throughout the year. You may also choose to start your doctoral study at any time during the year. PhD study at Otago requires some previous substantial research experience. This typically consists of an honours dissertation or master’s thesis … Read more

University of Otago Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

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University of Otago Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is the highest degree offered by the University of Otago. It is awarded on the submission of a thesis which must meet rigorous standards. It requires highly developed academic ability, independence and perseverance. Most students take between 3-4 years of full-time study to … Read more

University of Otago MBA Admission Requirements

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University of Otago MBA Admission Requirements Entry requirements for the Otago MBA The Otago MBA application process is rigorous and includes the completion of this form, an interview and a video conference presentation on a recent news item. Applications are processed on a rolling basis. Next Intake On-Campus March 2019 Online April 2019 Otago MBA online … Read more

University of Otago Postgraduate Admission Dates

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University of Otago Postgraduate Admission Dates Postgraduate study 30 April Applications from international students for most postgraduate degrees for study beginning in the second semester 31 May Applications for Dentistry programmes for study beginning in the following academic year 1 June Most Masters’ degrees for study beginning in the second semester 1 October Applicants for the Postgraduate … Read more

University of Otago Entrance Scholarships

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University of Otago Entrance Scholarships University of Otago Entrance Scholarships are for students who have not previously been admitted to the University of Otago and who are planning to undertake full-time, full year undergraduate study. Entrance scholarships are a great way to pay for your university study. What is a scholarship and who can apply? … Read more

University of Otago Admission Rate

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University of Otago Admission Rate Student facts and figures Equivalent full-time students (EFTS) 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 Commerce 2,885 2,954 2,928 3,074 3,082 Health Sciences 6,267 6,089 5,871 5,857 5,815 Humanities 4,712 4,807 4,944 5,180 5,328 Sciences 4,334 4,437 4,413 4,458 4,375 Subtotal 18,198 18,287 18,156 18,570 18,600 Other group EFTS* 260 259 256 … Read more

University of Otago Admission with Tertiary Qualifications or Study, or Recognition of Prior Learning

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University of Otago Admission with Tertiary Qualifications or Study, or Recognition of Prior Learning Transferring from another New Zealand university If you have previously studied at another New Zealand university your method of admission will normally transfer from that university. Evidence you are required to provide You will be required to provide a copy of your official … Read more

University of Otago Admission from an Overseas Secondary School

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University of Otago Admission from an Overseas Secondary School The University recognises a number of overseas secondary school qualifications for the purposes of entrance. The most common are listed below. Please contact the University Information Centre for information on your eligibility for admission on the basis of other overseas secondary school study. General Certificate of Education (GCE) … Read more

University of Otago Admission from an Australian Secondary School

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University of Otago Admission from an Australian Secondary School (Admission ad eundem statum at entrance level) Australian secondary school students are ranked based upon their overall academic achievement to allow for comparisons in student performance across States and Territories. To be eligible for admission you must achieve one of the following: ATAR rank of 74 … Read more

University of Otago Admission from a New Zealand Secondary School

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University of Otago Admission from a New Zealand Secondary School Steiner School Certificate (SSC) (Admission ad eundem statum at entrance level) To be eligible for admission if you have completed the Steiner School Certificate offered by the Federation of Rudolf Steiner Waldorf Schools in New Zealand, you must: have achieved the SSC Level 3, and … Read more