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University of Otago
362 Leith St North Dunedin Dunedin View map
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Public
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18,840
Yes
1,315
4,093
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Welcome to Otago
An overview of the University of Otago. This video highlights key facts and figures about New...
Clocktower
The University of Otago's iconic clocktower.
Campus aerial
The University of Otago is situated in the heart of Dunedin city.
Clocktower at night
The University of Otago regularly features in international beautiful campus lists.
The archway
Otago is New Zealand's oldest university and features many historic buildings.
Historic buildings
Otago is New Zealand's oldest university and features many historic buildings.
Professorial Houses
The original homes for University of Otago professors are still in use today for departments.
City connection
Otago is situated in the heart of Dunedin city.
Graduation
Otago's graduation ceremonies are held in the historic Dunedin Town Hall.
Graduation Procession
Dunedin's Scottish heritage is on display during graduation processions down the city...
ISB
The Information Services Building hosts the Central Library as well as other student services.
Central Library
A view of Otago's Central Library.
Central Library interior
The Central Library is a modern facility in the heart of campus.
Celebrity squares
Some of the study spaces in Otago's Central Library resembles the television game show, c...
Anatomy Museum
Otago's Medical School features an historic anatomy museum.
Science laboratory
Otago is home to state-of-the-art science laboratories.
Lecture theatre
Otago's lecture theatre range from historic to modern, all with state-of-the-art faciliti...
Commerce Building
Inside the Otago School of Business' Commerce building.
Arana College
Arana College is one of Otago's 15 residential colleges.
Studholme College
Studholme College is one of Otago's 15 residential colleges.
Selwyn College
Selwyn College is one of Otago's 15 residential colleges.
Unicol dining room
Unicol is one of Otago's 15 residential colleges.
Sports day
Otago's first year residential colleges compete in an annual sports day.
Unipol
All Otago students have daily access to the Unipol fitness centre.
The flume
Otago is home to the only publicly-accessible flume in the Southern Hemisphere.
Geology field trip
There is a wide range of excellent geological features within a short drive of Otago's Du...
Marine Science Centre
Otago's Marine Science Centre and laboratories are a short drive along the picturesque Ot...
Christchurch campus
The University of Otago, Christchurch, campus mainly caters to 4th-year and higher medical stu...
Wellington campus
The University of Otago, Wellington, campus mainly caters to 4th-year and higher medical stude...
Welcome to Otago
An overview of the University of Otago. This video highlights key facts and figures about New...
Clocktower
The University of Otago's iconic clocktower.
Campus aerial
The University of Otago is situated in the heart of Dunedin city.
Clocktower at night
The University of Otago regularly features in international beautiful campus lists.
The archway
Otago is New Zealand's oldest university and features many historic buildings.
Historic buildings
Otago is New Zealand's oldest university and features many historic buildings.
Professorial Houses
The original homes for University of Otago professors are still in use today for departments.
City connection
Otago is situated in the heart of Dunedin city.
Graduation
Otago's graduation ceremonies are held in the historic Dunedin Town Hall.
Graduation Procession
Dunedin's Scottish heritage is on display during graduation processions down the city...
ISB
The Information Services Building hosts the Central Library as well as other student services.
Central Library
A view of Otago's Central Library.
Central Library interior
The Central Library is a modern facility in the heart of campus.
Celebrity squares
Some of the study spaces in Otago's Central Library resembles the television game show, c...
Anatomy Museum
Otago's Medical School features an historic anatomy museum.
Science laboratory
Otago is home to state-of-the-art science laboratories.
Lecture theatre
Otago's lecture theatre range from historic to modern, all with state-of-the-art faciliti...
Commerce Building
Inside the Otago School of Business' Commerce building.
Arana College
Arana College is one of Otago's 15 residential colleges.
Studholme College
Studholme College is one of Otago's 15 residential colleges.
Selwyn College
Selwyn College is one of Otago's 15 residential colleges.
Unicol dining room
Unicol is one of Otago's 15 residential colleges.
Sports day
Otago's first year residential colleges compete in an annual sports day.
Unipol
All Otago students have daily access to the Unipol fitness centre.
The flume
Otago is home to the only publicly-accessible flume in the Southern Hemisphere.
Geology field trip
There is a wide range of excellent geological features within a short drive of Otago's Du...
Marine Science Centre
Otago's Marine Science Centre and laboratories are a short drive along the picturesque Ot...
Christchurch campus
The University of Otago, Christchurch, campus mainly caters to 4th-year and higher medical stu...
Wellington campus
The University of Otago, Wellington, campus mainly caters to 4th-year and higher medical stude...
Programs available
Undergraduate Faculties/Departments and Programs
Health Sciences
- Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery
- Bachelor of Dental Technology
- Bachelor of Health Sciences
- Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
- Bachelor of Oral Health
- Bachelor of Pharmacy
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Radiation Therapy
- Diploma for Graduates - Health Sciences
Humanities
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Arts and Science
- Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of Music
- Bachelor of Performing Arts
- Bachelor of Social Work
- Bachelor of Teaching
- Bachelor of Theology
- Diploma for Graduates - Humanities
- Diploma in Global Cultures - Humanities
- Diploma in Language - Humanities
- Diploma in Theology
Otago Business School
Postgraduate Faculties/Departments and Programs
Health Sciences
- Diploma for Graduates - Health Sciences
- Doctor of Clinical Dentistry
- Doctor of Dental Science
- Doctor of Medicine
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Health Sciences
- Master of Advanced Nursing Practice
- Master of Aeromedical Retrieval and Transport
- Master of Aviation Medicine
- Master of Bioethics and Health Law
- Master of Biomedical Sciences
- Master of Clinical Pharmacy
- Master of Community Dentistry
- Master of Dental Surgery
- Master of Dental Technology
- Master of Dentistry
- Master of General Practice
- Master of Health Sciences
- Master of Medical Imaging
- Master of Medical Laboratory Science
- Master of Medical Science
- Master of Nursing Science
- Master of Occupational Medicine
- Master of Opthalmology
- Master of Oral Health
- Master of Pharmacy
- Master of Physiotherapy
- Master of Primary Health Care
- Master of Public Health
- Master of Travel Medicine
Humanities
- Diploma for Graduates - Humanities
- Doctor of Education
- Doctor of Laws
- Doctor of Literature
- Doctor of Music
- Doctor of Musical Arts
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Humanities
- Master of Arts (Coursework)
- Master of Arts (Thesis)
- Master of Chaplaincy
- Master of Education and Learning
- Master of Emerging Technologies Law
- Master of Faith-based Leadership and Management
- Master of Fine Arts
- Master of Higher Education
- Master of Indigenous Studies
- Master of International Development and Planning
- Master of International Studies
- Master of Laws
- Master of Ministry
- Master of Music
- Master of Peace and Conflict Studies
- Master of Planning
- Master of Politics
- Master of Social and Community Work
- Master of Social Work
- Master of Teaching and Learning
- Master of Theology
Otago Business School
- Diploma for Graduates - Commerce
- Doctor of Commerce
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Commerce
- Master of Business Administration
- Master of Business Data Science
- Master of Commerce
- Master of Economics
- Master of Entrepreneurship
- Master of Finance
- Master of International Business
- Master of Marketing
- Master of Professional Accounting
- Master of Sustainable Business
- Master of Tourism
University Highlights
Total students - 18,840
18%
82%
International students - 4,093
66%
34%
Total faculty staff - 1,315
789
526
Total students - 18,840
18%
82%
International students - 4,093
66%
34%
Total faculty staff - 1,315
526
789
Scholarships
Yes
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