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Intro to Otago

Wondering whether university is for you? This guide is a good place to get started. It provides a brief overview of life at Otago and the degrees on offer.

• Intro to Otago Guide (PDF)

Undergraduate Prospectus

Aimed at prospective undergraduate students, this prospectus will help you plan your first year. Find information on entrance requirements, enrolment, degrees, subjects, support services and accommodation.

• Undergraduate Prospectus (PDF)

Guide to Enrolment

• Guide to Enrolment (PDF)

Information contained in the Guide may have changed since publication. Use the links below for up-to-date information.

• Subjects and papers
• Qualifications

Whānau Guide

A resource for Māori students thinking about studying at the University of Otago.

• Whānau Guide (PDF)

Pacificana

A resource for Pacific Island students thinking about studying at the University of Otago.

• Pacificana (PDF)

Distance Learning Prospectus

Upgrade your qualifications from wherever in the world you call home. This prospectus provides a list of courses offered by distance, plus information about fees and enrolment.

• Distance Learning Prospectus (PDF)

Bachelor of Arts at Otago

Offering over 40 arts and social science subjects, the Bachelor of Arts is Otago's most flexible undergraduate degree programme.

• Bachelor of Arts at Otago (PDF)

Law at Otago

An overview of what's on offer at Otago's Faculty of Law, one of New Zealand's premier law schools.

• Law at Otago (PDF)

Sciences at Otago

At Otago, world-renowned researchers and unique natural resources combine to create a scientific learning environment like no other.

• Sciences Prospectus (PDF)

Business Prospectus

Develop your interests in business and related subjects with the Bachelor of Commerce.

• Business Prospectus (PDF)

Health Sciences at Otago

Learn about the opportunities available in health sciences at our campuses in Christchurch, Dunedin and Wellington.

• Health Sciences at Otago (PDF)

College of Education

Find out about the programmes on offer at the College of Education.

• College of Education (PDF)

International students

International Prospectus

Aimed at prospective international students, this prospectus provides information about entrance and English language requirements, tuition fees, scholarships and how to apply.

• View the International Prospectus (ebook)
• International Prospectus (PDF)

Chinese-language publication

• About the University of Otago in Chinese – 中文 (PDF)

Study Abroad and Exchange Guide

This guide provides an introduction to Otago for short-term international students. Find out about programmes of study, life in Dunedin and how to apply.

• Study Abroad and Exchange Guide (PDF)
• Study Abroad and Exchange Guide (eBook)

University of Otago Language Centre and University of Otago Pathways

Find out how Otago can help you improve your English language skills and gain a New Zealand university entry qualification.

See the University of Otago Language Centre and University of Otago Pathways programmes website for more information

Subject pages

Want to know more about a particular subject?

Visit the individual subject pages for subjects taught at Otago.

Other publications

• Code of Student Conduct (PDF)
• Disability Information and Support: Resources and support (PDF)
• Disability Information and Support: A guide for secondary school students (PDF)
• Campus map (PDF)
• Performing Arts Prospectus (PDF)
• Summer School Prospectus (PDF)
• University of Otago Calendar