University of Otago
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Otago, New Zealand's first university, was founded in 1869. It is a progressive & innovative university, with a tradition of quality & an excellent reputation. It has over 19,000 students, 2,200 of whom are studying at postgraduate level (Masters' & Doctorate Degrees).
The University of Otago is recognised internationally as a leader in many areas of research & has a first-class status as a teaching institution. In addition to this, Otago offers an unrivaled university campus experience & lifestyle. New Zealand's Total Campus Experience!
The campus is one of the most beautiful & closely knit in New Zealand. The University is ringed by the Residential Colleges and these are surrounded by the distinctive houses & flats which provide student accommodation. The whole effect is a university campus where living and studying are a way of life, only ten minutes walk from the city centre. Within the campus, students can find everything they need to meet their academic, social, sporting & cultural requirements.
Academic Courses
Otago is the only university in NZ to offer degree courses in: Dentistry, Dental Technology, Physical Education, Surveying & Consumer and Applied Sciences.
Other degree courses are available in: Arts, Applied Sciences, Music, Theology, Teaching, Law, Science, Medicine, Medical Laboratory Science, Oral Health, Tourism, Commerce, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy & Social Work. Almost all subjects offer degree courses at all levels to Doctorates & beyond.
The University of Otago also offers a Foundation Year programme for students who are without a direct entry qualification to University. The programme is available to students who have completed 10-12 years of schooling but need one more year to prepare for University Admission. The University also has a Language Centre where students are offered the best in learning to write, read, listen to & understand English.
For Further Information
Copies of the Undergraduate Prospectus (a handbook for intending students) are available free of charge. University of Otago Liaison Officers are located in Dunedin, Wellington & Auckland and are able to visit schools throughout New Zealand. Refer below for contact details.
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