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Undergraduate Prospectus 2022 Auckland UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO Undergraduate Prospectus Puka Whakamahuki Tohu Paetahi | UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS PROSPECTUS UNDERGRADUATE Wellington Christchurch 2022 Dunedin Invercargill 0800 80 80 98 otago.ac.nz [email protected] Dunedin | New Zealand This Prospectus is intended as a general guide for students and includes an overview NAU MAI, TĀUTI MAI of the courses available at the University of Otago and how degrees are structured. THE UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO Further details on all courses can be found online and in the Guide to Enrolment, which is available from August 2021. Welcome to Aotearoa is ranked in While all information in this Prospectus is, as far as possible, up to date and accurate at the time of publication, the University reserves the right to add, amend or withdraw courses and facilities, to restrict student numbers and to make any other alterations as New Zealand’s first the top 1% of may be necessary. The regulations of the University of Otago are published annually in the University Calendar. university and the universities Published April 2021 by the Division of External Engagement, University of Otago. first choice for more in the world.* than 21,000 students. OTAGO GRADUATES Otago is known for its ARE GLOBALLY STATE-OF-THE-ART lecture theatres, EMPLOYABLE research labs and libraries. 95% go directly into work or on to further study. 5+ Highest possible Excellent support for local More than Over 150 student international students who are flatting, 200 undergraduate and clubs and societies quality rating boarding or living at home postgraduate programmes (QS Stars) COLLEGIATE COMMUNITY FLEXIBLE STUDY Our 14 residential colleges OPTIONS offer a campus community Many Otago degrees like no other university in can be tailor-made to New Zealand. suit you, with a mix of subjects that may not usually be put together. We encourage and develop YOUR independent people: DEGREE, 85% of our students YOUR come from CHOICE. outside Dunedin. INDEPENDENCE *QS World University Rankings Unmatched record in Our Dunedin campus National presence: New Zealand’s top the National Teaching is recognised as one campuses in Dunedin, university for Excellence Awards: of the most beautiful Wellington, Christchurch educational performance 7 Supreme Award Winners in the world and Invercargill (TEC Performance Indicators) 1 Iti rearea teitei kahikatea ka taea. Ko te reo rāhiri, ko te It is said that although the bellbird is small it can reach reo pōwhiri e karanga ana ki a koutou ngā rearea iti ka the highest branches of the tallest tree. The voice of whai wāhi kei raro i te rūhā o te rākau mātauranga o welcome from the University of Otago calls out to you, to Aotearoa, a ko te Whare Wānanga o Ōtākou. take rest beneath its branches. Tēnā, karapinepine mai, whakarauika mai. As the first university in New Zealand, the University of Otago can be likened to the most senior branch of the Ahakoa tō awhero, ahakoa tō wawata he wāhi hāneanea tree of education. mōu, he ara whakamua mōu hei tutuki tēnā tāu e hiahia ai. Mēnā ka whai tohu koe ki te reo Māori, ki Whatever your dreams or aspirations, they can be ngā āhuatanga Māori, ki te kete aronui, ki te ture, ki te realised here. Whether you want to pursue the Māori pūtaiao, ki te hauora, ki te tauhokohoko rānei, ahakoa te language or other aspects of Māori culture, humanities, kaupapa he wāhi mōu, he tohu māu. law, science, medicine or business, there is a place and a qualification for you here. Ko te ringa āwhina ka toro atu ki a koutou, ko ngā pou taunaki ka whakaakoria, ka ārahina, ka tautokona koe ki At the University of Otago we have the people to teach, te rere atu ki ngā karamatamata, ki ngā puhikaioreore o guide and support you to fly to the treetops and beyond. te rākau mātauranga nei. Welcome, welcome, welcome. Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai! Contents Section 1: About Otago 4 Life at Otago 6 Ōtepoti Dunedin 8 Section 2: Support for students 10 Section 3: Residential colleges 18 College life 20 Accommodation options 36 Section 4: Entrance and enrolling 38 Enrolment 44 Section 5: An Otago degree 48 Studying at Otago 50 Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai – welcome! The structure of your degree 52 We invite you to join us and experience why Otago deserves Degree structure examples 54 its reputation as Aotearoa New Zealand’s first and finest Section 6: Subject guide 58 university, with a long history of excellence in teaching and research. Future steps 144 Index 145 The University of Otago was founded in 1869 by early Scottish Contact us 146 settlers who recognised the importance of universities and placed a high value on education. Important dates 148 We work in partnership with Ngāi Tahu, the tangata whenua of this place, and we value the strong cultural contribution of both elements of our history; the bagpipes and the haka can be heard on our campuses and at our graduation ceremonies. Students at Otago are taught by academic staff who are dedicated to teaching and who are internationally recognised for their research. As a university community, we are committed to educating the next generation of professionals across a wide range of disciplines, and we are also committed to nurturing the next generation of citizens in New Zealand and other parts of the globe. At Otago you will gain a world-class qualification, and you will also learn other important lessons along the way – lessons that will allow you to thrive in all aspects of your adult life. Here, you will make friends you will keep for a lifetime. In order to make the best of your brief time with us, I strongly encourage you to be the best student you can be, and take advantage of the wide range of extracurricular and cocurricular activities that we have on offer. The University of Otago is located in one of the most beautiful places in the world – please take time out to discover the beaches, the hills and the native flora and fauna that are right on our doorstep. Most importantly, I challenge you to dream. I warmly welcome you to this exciting new chapter of your life. PROFESSOR HELEN NICHOLSON Acting Vice-Chancellor 3 SECTION 1 About Otago Mō Ōtākou The University of Otago ranks first in New Zealand for helping students succeed in their studies. When you come here, you’ll enjoy our world-class teaching, facilities and support, and a unique student lifestyle. otago.ac.nz/future-students Life at Otago Te koiora i Ōtākou OTAGO IS NEW ZEALAND'S ONLY TRUE RESIDENTIAL Our lecture theatres, research labs, libraries and recreation facilities are all situated together near the city centre. And UNIVERSITY. During semesters our students make up Dunedin’s best shopping, music, food and entertainment are 20 per cent of Ōtepoti Dunedin’s population, creating a just a short walk from the campus. community and atmosphere that’s unique to Otago. Most of our 3,500 first-year students choose to live in one of our 14 residential colleges, which offer support, guidance, and good food and facilities. They are great places to make new friends and share new experiences. Other students prefer to go flatting or boarding, or to live at home – whichever you choose, we’ll support you to get the best out of your time at Otago. 6 6 OUR MAIN CAMPUS IN DUNEDIN has been recognised as one of the most beautiful university campuses in the world, with many green spaces, the Leith river flowing through the middle, and a mixture of historic and state-of- the-art buildings. Several new purpose-built facilities have recently been completed. Mellor laboratories New Zealand’s only dental school The Mellor laboratories offer teaching labs, a dietetics lab, The most technologically-advanced facility in Australasia a bioengineering lab and a metal-free clean lab. for teaching, patient care and research. Award-winning Central Library Music, Theatre, Dance and Performing Arts Centre Our Central Library (one of seven libraries at Otago) is This new centre offers a recording studio, performance a warm and comfortable space to study, with access to a spaces and practice rooms, all equipped with the latest huge array of resources. technology. 7 Ōtepoti Dunedin NO OTHER CITY in the country offers the same opportunities to get out and explore. Dunedin is surrounded by fantastic beaches, hills and harbour waters that offer opportunities for a range of activities, from surfing and kayaking to mountain biking and paddleboarding. St Clair Esplanade Tunnel Beach Otago Harbour 10 minutes’ drive. 20 minutes’ drive. 5 minutes’ drive. Great surf spot with cafés Spectacular rocky coastline with Enjoy stunning views, nature cruises, and restaurants. cliffs, rock arches and caves. kayaking, rowing and windsurfing. Dunedin Airport 30 minutes’ drive Harbour cycleway Otago Peninsula Home to world-famous marine wildlife, including the southern royal albatross, hoiho/yellow-eyed penguins and blue penguins. 8 Dunedin Botanic Garden Chinese Garden George Street Dunedin’s main street, with shops, cafés and restaurants. Forsyth Barr Stadium 5 minutes’ walk. New Zealand’s only The Octagon covered sports arena. 15 minutes’ walk. City centre with cafés, bars, restaurants, shopping and entertainment. Flagstaff University of Otago Museums Art Galleries Farmers Market Port Chalmers, Aramoana, Orokonui Ecosanctuary 9 SECTION 2 Support for students Ngā huarahi hei āwhina i te tauira We have a range of student support services, dedicated to helping you get the very best out of your time at Otago. 10 11 Student support Taunaki ākonga Academic Orientation Libraries Course advice Run the week before the start of semester Our seven libraries offer an outstanding 1, Academic Orientation includes a wide range of information services and It can be hard deciding which subject variety of academic events to help you resources, access to Wi-Fi, and warm to study, or what qualification will settle into university life.
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