2O13 STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE GUIDE Contents

01 WELCOME / KIA ORA 12 STUDENT SERVICES AND FACILITIES 02 UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO 13 ACCOMMODATION 05 STUDY ABROAD AND EXCHANGE 14 NEW ZEALAND / AOTEAROA 09 ACADEMIC TERMINOLOGY 15 AND OTAGO 10 APPLICATION 18 ESSENTIAL INFORMATION 11 SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS 20 STUDENT EXCHANGE 1

Welcome / Kia Ora

Studying abroad, even for a short time, provides an insight into another way of life, and contributes to greater cultural understanding. The opportunity to expand your horizons, as well as gain an excellent academic experience at the University of Otago, is one I encourage you to take. I was fortunate enough to spend the last year of my high school education on exchange in Japan, and it was an experience that has had a lifelong impact, both personally and professionally. As well as providing a high quality education, the University of Otago is located in one of the most scenic parts of the world and Dunedin offers a student lifestyle unlike any other city in Australasia. Founded in 1869, the University of Otago is an integral part of the local community, and we value the contribution students from other countries make to the cultural diversity of both the campus and the city. I challenge you to take up the opportunity to learn more about the internationally renowned “Otago Experience”, and look forward to welcoming you to Dunedin and the University of Otago.

Professor Sarah Todd Pro-Vice-Chancellor (International)

The information provided in this guide 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 it may deem necessary.

Published August 2012 by the International Office, University of Otago. The University of Otago An Introduction

Studying abroad provides an opportunity to learn about other cultures and to develop the international perspective essential for graduates today. If you decide to study at the University of Otago you will enjoy a unique educational environment. The University of Otago is New Zealand’s most research-intensive university and is this country’s top-ranked university for research quality. Otago also enjoys an international reputation for the quality of its teaching and is a world leader in many academic fields. Students from around the world rate Otago’s reputation and the quality of its study environment as its strongest attractions.

International Outlook A University in the of students live in rented flats, which are Heart of the City apartments or houses, usually shared by four or The University of Otago is strongly five students. committed to international education and has Education is Dunedin’s largest industry with Flatting is an important part of Otago’s collaborative teaching, research and exchange the University of Otago playing a vital role. Of unique student lifestyle. It offers students both agreements with major institutions in Asia, Dunedin’s population of 122,000 twenty per independence and responsibility. Living so South America, the United States, Canada and cent are students. The campus is in the centre close to campus, students feel a real sense of Europe (see page 20). of the city and, as a result, much of Dunedin’s community and a sense of belonging in a very Otago offers a rich cultural life, reflecting a commerce, music, entertainment and sport has pleasant and supportive environment. (For more diverse international student community and evolved around its student culture. Dunedin information on accommodation see page 13.) New Zealand’s own multicultural population. offers students the best of both worlds. It has From its original Scottish foundations, the the variety of facilities and entertainment of University now embraces its Pacific heritage. larger cities, but is small enough to be friendly, Matariki Network It is engaged in a mutually-beneficial uncrowded and safe. International students find of Universities partnership with Mäori, particularly with this city as welcoming as the University itself the local iwi (tribe), Ngäi Tahu. Just as it is and appreciate the short time it takes to feel The University of Otago is a founding member proactive in meeting the needs of the New comfortable and at home. of the Matariki Network of Universities Zealand people, the University of Otago (MNU), a select international group of welcomes the world. In 2012 the University outstanding universities, with each member hosted 2800 international students from A Unique Study amongst the oldest and foremost places of more than 90 countries enrolled in a wide Environment learning in its respective country. The MNU range of courses at all levels of study. We have has been established to enable the universities Located on the edge of the Dunedin Botanic included some of their experiences throughout to enhance diversity, to share ideas, expertise Garden, the Otago campus is very beautiful. The this guide. and international best practice, recognising a Water of Leith winds its way past the majestic shared commitment to an ethos of excellence in stone Clocktower, a visible reminder of the research, scholarship and rounded education. University’s history and tradition of learning, Other members of MNU include Dartmouth the state-of-the-art Centre for Innovation and College (USA), Durham University (England), the many character villas which house much of Queen’s University (Canada), Ebergard Otago’s student population. Karls Universität Tübingen (Germany), The Almost all Otago students live within walking University of Western Australia and Uppsala distance of the University campus and key Universitet (Sweden). facilities such as lecture theatres, libraries www.matarikinetwork.com and computer resource rooms. The majority STUDENT PROFILE 3

Ashley Davidson ALMA COLLEGE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Ask Ashley Davidson to describe her What she hadn’t expected was how quickly “All of my professors are highly enthusiastic, and experience as a Study Abroad student at she would feel right at home in her new the lab work is very hands-on and a lot of fun,” Otago and she will sum it up in two words: “Life environment. “There’s always the possibility she says. changing”. of culture shock when you travel to a new Ashley has only one complaint about her place,” she says, “and my culture shock didn’t Ashley leapt at the opportunity to take part in Otago experience – six months was not long last longer than a day. That was because of a Study Abroad programme to the University enough. Fortunately she has found a solution to how warm and welcoming the people are. of Otago for a number of reasons. As a Sports this problem; she is planning to return for her I made a lot of friends very quickly and the staff Medicine student, she was confident about master’s study once her undergraduate degree at the University really make time to meet with the strong international reputation of the is complete. University’s Divisions of Sciences and Health students.” Sciences. As an outdoor enthusiast, she was Ashley’s main area of academic interest is keen on exploring New Zealand’s famous exercise and sports medicine, a field in which natural environment. And finally, as someone much exciting work is being done at Otago. She with a strong attachment to her Scottish describes one of the University’s strengths as its heritage, she was attracted to the city of teaching staff, who deliver course material in a Dunedin, also known as “the Edinburgh of the way that is “engaging and exciting”. South”. STUDENT PROFILE

Ferran Cáceres ESADE SPAIN

You could be forgiven for thinking that life in time at an internationally recognised, EQUIS- “there could never be enough time to see New Zealand might seem rather quiet for accredited Business School, this convinced it all”. He is trying his hardest to do just that, someone hailing from the bustling metropolis of him that Dunedin was the ideal location for a however. As a member of the University of Barcelona. Think again, says Ferran Cáceres. student exchange. Otago Tramping Club he has seen more of “The excitement here never stops!” says the He hasn’t regretted his decision. “The Business New Zealand’s diverse natural environment and Spanish Business Administration student, who programme here is very strong,” he says. “There unique wildlife in six months than many New is spending six months on exchange at the is a lot of emphasis on doing the kinds of hands- Zealanders will see in their lifetime. University of Otago. “The great thing about on work that you will be doing in real-world He believes that making the most of life at Otago is that the whole culture revolves around employment situations, and the relationship Otago is as simple as getting as involved as student life. Everybody lives close to the campus, between staff and students is great, with possible in the many social and recreational and there are so many activities on offer.” professors always putting in the extra effort to activities on offer. “Otago is not just a cluster of Ferran had heard about Otago’s unique campus be there whenever you need them.” buildings where people attend their classes,” he atmosphere, and along with the opportunity And once classes are over for the day, Ferran says. “It’s so much more than that.” to perfect his English language skills and spend says there is so much to do and explore that 5

Study Abroad and Exchange

Study Abroad provides the opportunity for students to enrol for the Summer School and/or one or two semesters on an independent basis or as part of a Study Abroad programme organised by the home institution or a sending organisation.

Student Exchange provides the opportunity for students to enrol for the Summer School and/or one or two semesters as part of a bilateral Student Exchange agreement existing between the University of Otago and overseas universities (see the list of exchange partners on page 20).

Study Abroad or Exchange students are able to choose from a broad range of subjects across the areas of Business, Health Sciences, Humanities and Sciences.

Subjects Available

Business Humanities Pacific Islands Studies Energy Studies Performing Arts Studies Environment and Society Accounting Anthropology Philosophy Food Science Business Law Art History and Theory Politics Geography Business Studies Asian Studies Portuguese Geology Economics Biblical Studies Psychology Human Nutrition Finance Biological Anthropology Religious Studies Information Science Information Science Chinese Sanskrit Marine Science Management Christian Thought and History Social Work Mathematics Marketing Classical Studies Sociology Nautical Studies Tourism Education Spanish Neuroscience English Theatre Studies Physical Education (including European Studies Health Sciences Theology Exercise and Sport Science) French Anatomy Visual Culture Physics Gender Studies Biochemistry Physiology Geography Bioethics Plant Biotechnology German Sciences Forensic Analytical Science / Biology Psychology Greek Genetics Biology Statistics Hebrew Health Studies Botany Surveying History Human Body Systems Chemistry Telecommunications Japanese Microbiology Clothing and Textile Sciences Zoology Latin Pathology Computer Science Law Pharmacology Dance Studies Linguistics Physiology Design Mäori Studies Earth and Ocean Science Media, Film and Communication Ecology Music Electronics New Zealand Studies Energy Management

The subject listings above demonstrate the range of course offerings at Otago. As well as continuing study in your major subject, Otago offers the opportunity to undertake focused New Zealand and Pacific studies, specific study to complement pre-professional studies, Summer School, fieldwork and research possibilities. New Zealand Fieldwork and and Pacific Studies Research Opportunities

New Zealand-focused study opportunities are available in many Otago’s southern New Zealand location, in close proximity to subject areas. Otago offers many courses which provide the wildlife, marine and geological areas of research interest, enables opportunity to learn about the society and culture, language and University departments to make the most of the natural laboratory history of the indigenous peoples of New Zealand and Polynesia. on their doorstep. New Zealand-specific content and exploratory Enrolment in one or more papers with a New Zealand focus will be field trips are common components to many science courses in, an excellent complement to the Study Abroad experience. for example, Botany, Ecology, Geography, Geology and Marine Science. In addition, a number of papers offered at Otago provide EXAMPLES the opportunity to undertake a small, independent research project. ANTH 204 Pacific and New Zealand Archaeology EXAMPLES ARTH 217 New Zealand Art in the Twentieth Century BTNY 325 Terrestrial and Marine Ecophysiology BTNY 223 New Zealand Plant Ecology CLTE 306 Project in Clothing and Textile Sciences ECON 301 Labour Economics EAOS 111 Earth and Ocean Sciences EDUC 251 : Policy and Treaty Issues ECOL 111 Ecology and Conservation of Diversity ENVI 211 Environmental ECOL 313 Ecology Field Course GEND 101 Gender GEOL 112 Dynamic Earth: A New Zealand Perspective HIST 107 New Zealand in the World 1350 - 2000 GEOL 252 Field Studies and New Zealand Geology HIST 208 Pacific Islands to c.1900 MARI 201 Physical Oceanography HIST 337 Environmental History of the Pacific MARI 302 Biology and Behaviour of Marine Vertebrates MAOR 102 Mäori Society NAUT 101 Nautical Studies 1 MAOR 110 Introduction to Conversational Mäori PERF 301 Performance Project MFCO 216 New Zealand Cinema PHSE 327 Adventure Education MUSI 267 Music in New Zealand PHSE 380 Independent Study (Physical Education) PACI 101 Pacific Societies ZOOL 318 Freshwater Ecology POLS 102 New Zealand Politics – Introduction POLS 213 New Zealand Foreign Policy SOCI 101 Sociology of New Zealand Society SOWK 111 Working with People: The New Zealand Context TOUR 306 Ecotourism and Sustainable Development 7

Summer School Opportunities for Pre-Professional Students Summer School (January to mid-February) provides an opportunity for students to study one or two papers for credit The University of Otago recognises the particular needs of students over a shorter teaching period and outside the standard semester pursuing pre-professional studies for Medicine, Business or Law at timetable. Although the availability of papers is more limited than their home universities. Study Abroad at Otago offers a selection of for the standard semesters, Summer School can be easily combined courses relevant to intended professional programmes’ study. with study for the first semester (mid-February – June). EXAMPLES EXAMPLES ACCT 211 Financial Accounting and Reporting ARTH 218 Special Topic: Art, Stars and Celebrity Culture ANAT 242 Neurobiology BIOA 201 Introduction to Biological Anthropology ANAT 250 Functional Anatomy BTNY 111 What Plant is That? BIOC 221 Molecular Biology BSNS105 Management and Organisations BITC 201 Bioethics and the Life Sciences CHIN 131 Introductory Chinese 1 CHEM 191 The Chemical Basis of Biology and Human Health CLAS 240 The Classical World in the Movies FINC 202 Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management COMP 113 Social Media and Online Communities FORS 201 Analytical and Forensic Science COSC 360 Computer Game Design GENE 221 Molecular and Microbial Genetics FORB 201 Special Topic in Forensic Biology HEAL 192 Foundations of Epidemiology HUNT 233 Nutrition and Health: Concepts and Controversies HEAL 203 Health Policy and Politics MAOR 110 Introduction to Conversational Mäori LAWS 101 The Legal System MFCO 211 The Vampire on Screen: Myth, Magic and Ideology MICR 221 Microbes to Medicine MUSI 259 Special Topic: Practical Conducting PHAL 211 Introductory Pharmacology NAUT 101 Nautical Studies 1 PHSL 231 Neurophysiology PHSI 170 Sun, Earth and Universe PSYC 318 Developmental Psychology POLS 331 Special Topic: US Intelligence and National Security TOUR 214 Introduction to Wine Business TOUR 306 Ecotourism and Sustainable Development STUDENT PROFILE

Lysa Morishita QUEEN’S UNIVERSITY CANADA

Lysa Morishita is determined to make every day beautiful parts of the South Island,” Lysa says. something that Lysa says had a positive effect on count while she is studying in New Zealand. “At the same time, there are so many things to everything from the ease with which she was The Canadian Geological Engineering student experience in Otago itself. I’ve been kayaking, able to make new friends to the short distance says that New Zealand’s reputation for natural tramping, rock-climbing at Long Beach and even she had to travel to and from the University beauty and outdoor recreation were the most spent a night dancing at a rave in a cave.” each day. important drawcards for her when she was In addition to her outdoor exploits, Lysa will She cites the beauty of the campus itself deciding where to study abroad. Now she is return home with an intimate knowledge of and the “refreshing” relationship between experiencing the best of both worlds – studying local culture, having spent a semester studying staff and students as particular strengths of in a city famous for its student-oriented culture New Zealand’s indigenous Mäori society and the University. “But the real highlight of the and travelling on weekends and holidays around culture alongside her Geology papers. “This is a trip has been the people I’ve met,” she says. a country famous for its natural environment. great opportunity to study something you can’t “New Zealanders are extraordinarily nice and “I joined the University’s kayaking club when I learn anywhere else in the world,” she says. welcoming. I’d recommend the experience to arrived, which opened a lot of doors in terms The University of Otago is the physical, anyone.” of being able to get out and see the most economic and cultural centre of Dunedin, 9

Academic Terminology

Academic Year

The University’s academic year is divided into two semesters. In addition, the University runs a six-week Summer School. JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC

SUMMER SCHOOL FIRST SEMESTER SECOND SEMESTER

The Otago Degree Prerequisites and Corequisites Teaching New Zealand universities generally follow the Most papers beyond 100-level have particular The basic method of presenting subject British model of three-year undergraduate prerequisites. If you have not completed the information in undergraduate papers is the degrees. The Otago bachelor’s degree builds equivalent of a prerequisite for a certain paper lecture, although many departments use towards a “major” in the third year with an at your home institution you are not permitted a variety of flexible approaches. Lectures increasing level of specialisation and difficulty. to enrol in that paper. Some papers also have normally last 50 minutes. Lectures are only a Study Abroad and Exchange students can what are called corequisites. If you have not basic means of introducing new knowledge. choose from a wide range of undergraduate already passed the equivalent of the corequisite, You must back them up with your own subjects. you must take it alongside the other paper. reading. You will also take part in laboratories or tutorials, which are teaching and discussion Papers Workload classes of 12-20 students where more individual attention is available. You will also The building blocks of the degree are called A full-time course is generally 54-72 points find you are in regular contact with tutors, papers. A paper is a fixed course of work in in any one semester or 108-144 points in any other academic staff and other students by certain aspects of a subject. Introductory one year. As an approximate guide, you can email and online discussion groups. papers are called 100-level papers, then you expect to spend about 12 hours per week move on in subsequent years or semesters to per one single-semester paper (18 points). 200-level and 300-level papers. Most 400-level These hours are made up of a combination of Assessment papers are at the postgraduate level. lectures, tutorials, laboratories, assignments Courses are assessed in a variety of ways. and reading. Examination “finals” are usually the most Points A maximum of two 18-point papers can be important. Each paper normally has a two- or three-hour final examination. Finals are held Most papers are single-semester papers and are enrolled in for Summer School. at the end of each semester. Most subjects worth 18 points. 18 Otago points are worth approximately 9 also have shorter tests during the semesters. ECTS and 3-5 US credits. Written assignments and laboratory work also usually count towards the final grade. Ongoing internal assessment is a feature of most Otago papers. Application

Application Deadlines English Language Selecting Papers Requirements You may commence study at the beginning Please note the following when you are of either the first semester (February-June), All courses at the University of Otago are choosing suitable papers: the second semester (July-November), or the taught and examined in English. If your first • 54-72 points per semester can be regarded as Summer School (January-February). The language is not English you must provide an average or normal course load. 54 points is deadlines for application are: evidence of a satisfactory level of English the minimum course load to maintain full- language proficiency. Evidence of English time status for one semester. 18 points is the First semester 1 December language proficiency may be satisfied by one of minimum course load to maintain full-time the following: Second semester 30 April status for the Summer School • IELTS (International English Language Testing Summer School 31 October • papers at 100-level are generally introductory System) score of 6.0 in the academic module (no papers; papers at 200-300-levels usually require individual band below 6.0) Early applications are encouraged. the fulfilment of academic prerequisites at your • internet-based TOEFL score of 80 (minimum home institution writing score of 20) Academic eligibility • papers numbered above 300-level are normally • Germany – “Good” or higher in Abitur postgraduate papers; you will need to have an To be eligible to apply for Study Abroad or English plus “B” or higher in each of the four advanced background in relevant subjects to be Exchange, you usually must have: components of the DAAD language test accepted for these papers • completed at least one year of study at an • Norway – grade 4 or higher in English (any year) • normally, you will not be permitted to take accredited tertiary institution (USA students for the Upper Secondary Leaving Certificate. papers from the following degree schedules – Dentistry, Medicine, Medical Laboratory are expected to be in their junior year) If your English proficiency does not meet the Science, Pharmacy and Physiotherapy • current enrolment at an accredited tertiary required standard you may take pre-sessional institution courses in English at the University of Otago • select more papers than you need to take in Language Centre (UOLC). The UOLC offers case you do not meet the prerequisites for some • a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 courses in General English and English for papers, or in case there are timetable clashes; if minimum (USA/ Canada), or have “credit”, Academic Purposes. you are applying for two semesters of study, you “good”, or above average results. will need to select papers for both semesters For further information please email the Study Abroad students who do not meet all of University of Otago Language Centre, • a number of papers are listed as full year; you the above criteria, but wish to study for one [email protected] or browse the website, may enrol for these papers only if you intend or two semesters, are welcome to make an www.otago.ac.nz/uolcfy to study for two semesters beginning in the first application. We will confirm your eligibility for semester (February) Study Abroad. • normally, there is no restriction on class size If you are participating as part of the Exchange How to Apply for any paper offered for the first or second programme, you will require nomination by To be considered for placement, you must apply semesters. However, restricted enrolment may the Study Abroad/ International Office at your online. Guidelines and links to application are apply for Summer School papers institution which has a formal agreement with available from the University’s website: the University of Otago. • you can alter your paper selections once you www.otago.ac.nz/international arrive at Otago and after consulting with a In addition to the requirements above, course adviser. if you wish to gain entry to higher level As part of the online application you will be undergraduate classes at Otago, you will required to upload the following: need to have completed relevant academic • original or certified copies of all previous Offer of Place prerequisites at your home institution. tertiary level studies undertaken (a full All applications will be acknowledged and academic transcript showing all subjects assessed for eligibility. You can expect to hear attempted, including failures, marks, or grades) the result of your application within four • evidence of English language proficiency weeks of the receipt of application. (if required). Successful applicants will be sent an offer of All documents should be certified/notarised admission. by an authorised authority such as principal, registrar, notary public, justice of the peace or attorney. The University will also accept documents that have been certified/notarised by staff of Study Abroad/Student Exchange offices. 11

The University of Otago Support for Students

Caring For Our Enrolment Accommodation Students When you arrive in Dunedin, University Accommodation advisers will assist with The International Office is a focal point for staff will guide you through the enrolment placement in an appropriate accommodation international students at Otago. The Office process. Course approval sessions are held option and ensure that you are fully informed provides information, support and advice before the beginning of each semester. of all costs and contractual obligations. Further to future and current international students Academic advisers will be available at these information about accommodation and and to students wishing to study overseas on sessions to help you confirm your course application is available on page 13. exchange programmes. It runs on-campus of study. orientation programmes for new international students, operates the student mentor programme and Language Match, and offers a visa renewal service and assistance with insurance. All enquiries from prospective students about application and admission should be directed to the International Office. www.otago.ac.nz/international Student Services and Facilities

As well as the specialised, individual support provided by the International Office, the University offers a comprehensive range of student services.

Student Learning of ITS. Wireless internet access is available club, squash courts and an Aquatic Centre for Centre at selected campus locations, including all University rowers, windsurfers and kayakers. libraries on campus. Most of the facilities and clubs are free to hire or The Student Learning Centre provides a free www.otago.ac.nz/its join so get in touch to see what you would like to and confidential academic support service to do while you are having a study break. all students at all levels of study. Study skills Libraries www.otago.ac.nz/recreation workshops are held regularly throughout the www.unipol.co.nz year and individual assistance on any matter There are several branches of the University www.ousa.org.nz relating to study is available. Library, all fully computerised with online search facilities. Five are specialised: the www.otago.ac.nz/slc Law, Education, Medical and Dental, Student Health Services Science and Hocken libraries. The Hocken Disability Information Student Health Services is situated on campus Library houses many of New Zealand’s rare and provides medical, nursing, counselling and Support historical publications, records, pictures and and psychiatric advice and treatment for all photographs. The Central Library, which DI&S provides learning support, advice, international students enrolled at the University primarily houses Humanities and Commerce of Otago. advocacy and information to students material, is in the University’s multi-award- with permanent, recurring or temporary winning Information Services Building. Its www.otago.ac.nz/studenthealth impairments. DI&S offers support to world-class architecture attracts praise from international students. However, as with any within New Zealand and internationally. Most Students’ Association other student enrolling at the University, it importantly, students enjoy spending time The Otago University Students’ Association is important that you check in advance to there – studying, reading or meeting other (OUSA) runs an orientation programme at ensure that the University is able to meet your students and staff. specific requirements. You need to be sure that the start of the academic year. It also organises www.otago.ac.nz/library the University can provide you with the type many social and sporting events, produces and level of support you are used to. As there a weekly student newspaper (Critic) and may be costs associated with some support Recreation Services operates a radio station (Radio One 91fm). services, it is important that you are aware of The association also offers services to students these before you commit to studying at Otago. Sport, recreation and having fun are a big part needing friendly advice, assistance and/or Please contact us as early as possible if you are of the Otago lifestyle. Recreation Services offers representation concerning academic issues or, planning to study at the University. a comprehensive range of recreational facilities, in fact, any problems you may be experiencing while you’re studying at Otago. Currently, every www.otago.ac.nz/disabilities activities and services on- and off-campus. At Unipol Recreation Centre you can find out student automatically becomes a member of the Information Technology about the many activities, courses and tours association. Services (ITS) available – from crafts and leisure activities www.ousa.org.nz to social sports and outdoor pursuits. Sport Computers and web-based service systems are and recreation equipment is available for hire. International Students’ used in most teaching programmes throughout Now in a brand new facility, Unipol Recreation Representative the University, with ITS staff providing the first Centre also offers weight training and cardio line of support. All students are automatically rooms, fitness classes and gym space for Students elect an International Students’ given a username and email address on basketball, table tennis and more. Representative each year. Their role is to act enrolment which gives them access to these In addition, the Otago University Students’ as a link between international students, the services. Computer areas are located around Association (OUSA) runs the Clubs and University and OUSA. the Dunedin campus and several are open Societies Centre, which includes over 100 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Help and different cultural, sporting, political and training in the use of IT services for students religious interests. OUSA also owns a yacht is provided by the Student IT Services section 13

Accommodation

Flatting Booking Accommodation Accommodation Office Services The majority of Study Abroad and Exchange students stay in rented accommodation, which Places in all of the University-managed • list of flats and houses, vacant rooms in flats they share with other students. In New Zealand accommodation options require a completed • list of temporary accommodation we call this “flatting”. Flats in Dunedin are application form. We recommend that this plentiful and most are within walking distance is completed online through the University • sample budgets for flat living of both the University campus and the city website www.otago.ac.nz Admission to • free maps of campus and Dunedin areas centre. Flatting is an important part of the University-managed accommodation is usually • checklists for flat finders University lifestyle; it offers responsibility, restricted to applicants undertaking full-time freedom and also the chance to live and mix study at the University of Otago. • flatting agreements with “Kiwi” students. • assistance in finding family accommodation Temporary • advice on your rights and responsibilities as University of Otago Accommodation a tenant Flats • advice on standards and prices. If you plan to arrive before your permanent For further information please refer to the University of Otago flats are ideal for students accommodation is available, it is important Accommodation Office website. staying for one semester. These flats normally that you organise temporary accommodation have a New Zealand host student. The flats in advance for when you first arrive in www.otago.ac.nz/about/accommodation are fully-furnished and close to the campus. Dunedin. Electricity, telephone and food costs are shared The Accommodation Office provides a list Residential Colleges by the residents. There are also some flats of options including backpackers, “bed and that have been modified for students with In special circumstances some of our breakfasts” and motels that are close to the disabilities. Residential contracts are usually for Residential Colleges do consider single- University. 24 weeks for each semester of study. While the semester student applications if they have University endeavours to place you in a flat with places available. If you have any questions at least one New Zealand “kiwi host”, most of about this, please contact the Accommodation your flatmates will be international students. Office. www.otago.ac.nz/uniflats [email protected] New Zealand is a land of great natural beauty, and it is also one of the world’s most exciting adventure playgrounds.

New Zealand / Aotearoa

Comparable in physical size to Japan or Great as rugby, soccer, tennis, netball, basketball, Britain, New Zealand has a population of over golf, squash and hockey. Those who are more four million people, making it one of the least adventurous enjoy surfing, white-water rafting, crowded countries in the world. It is a land of jet boating and bungy jumping, while in the great natural beauty, and it is also one of the winter months the country’s many ski fields world’s most exciting adventure playgrounds. attract skiers and snowboarders from across New Zealand / Aotearoa was originally settled New Zealand and from afar. by the Mäori about 1,000 years ago, followed The New Zealand economy is broadly-based. by waves of European immigration during It is a major exporter of primary products the past two centuries. Today the country with manufacturing, information technology, maintains a diverse and dynamic multicultural biological and medical research, education emphasis, enhanced by the growing number of and tourism also playing vital economic people from the Pacific Islands and Asia who roles. There is a growing focus on ecotourism have also made New Zealand their home in ventures, the wine industry, fashion design and recent years. a flourishing film industry that is gaining wide New Zealanders are friendly people who, in international recognition. The New Zealand spite of (or perhaps because of) the country’s dollar is a stable currency offering visitors geographical location and relatively small a favourable exchange rate. All goods and population, have earned a reputation for services are subject to a 15 per cent goods and being both enterprising and innovative. They services tax (included in the display price) and welcome international visitors and have a wide all major credit cards can be used. range of interests, from the arts to outdoor and sporting pursuits. New Zealanders love their sport and are good at it. Swimming, walking, biking, hiking, boating and fishing are all easily accessible as are many sporting codes such

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A commitment to education continues to be one of Dunedin’s most impressive qualities.

Dunedin and Otago

The southernmost of New Zealand’s main Dunedin is New Zealand’s only true student environs, four championship golf courses and centres and the largest city in the province of city and the relatively large student population many other sporting facilities which are all Otago, Dunedin holds a special place in the contributes greatly to the city’s colourful and easily accessible. The long natural harbour is hearts of many, and not just those who live dynamic atmosphere. favoured for watersports and St Clair beach here. The central city streets are lined with is considered one of New Zealand’s best for Although relatively small, it boasts many restaurants, bars and cafes. Modern shopping surfing. natural attractions as well as the facilities malls trade alongside boutiques, galleries, and Dunedin is encircled by a “Town Belt” of native usually offered only by cities many times its weekly craft and farmers’ markets. The fashion bush and trees and its coastline is home to size. industry is particularly vibrant with several colonies of yellow-eyed penguins, New Zealand Settled by the Scottish in 1848, Dunedin of New Zealand’s leading designers based fur seals and the world’s only mainland grew rapidly with the discovery of gold in the in the city. The Dunedin Public Art Gallery, breeding colony of the Royal albatross. Just a Otago hinterland and became, for a while, the museums and libraries are among the finest in few hours’ drive out of the city are some of New commercial centre of New Zealand. During the country and professional theatre and the Zealand’s most spectacular natural attractions this time, many of New Zealand’s most Dunedin Sinfonia enjoy a high profile. – rugged mountains, deep fiords, clear blue beautiful buildings were constructed here and, Dunedin is also home to New Zealand’s lakes – including the internationally-known with the establishment of the University of newest, largest and most versatile arena – the resort towns of Queenstown and Wanaka, Otago in 1869, the foundations were laid for a Forsyth Barr Stadium at University Plaza. This famed for their ski fields and burgeoning wine strong tradition in education. is the place to go for all major sporting events, industry. concerts and more. This commitment to education continues to Find out more about Dunedin at be one of the city’s most impressive qualities. Temperatures range from an average 14 – 24 www.CityofDunedin.com The many early childhood education centres, degrees Celsius in the summer (December www.DunedinNZ.com primary and secondary schools enjoy an – February) and from 5 – 13 degrees Celsius established reputation for excellence, and in the winter (June – August), so outdoor tertiary institutions attract students from activities can be enjoyed year-round. There are throughout New Zealand and the world. more than 150 walking tracks in the Dunedin

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Taiaroa Head 1hour The only Mainland Breeding Colony of Albatross in the World

Mt CARGILL 10mins Great Mountain Biking and Walking Tracks Otago Harbour 5mins Kayaking / Sailing / Kite Surfing / Wind Surfing UNIVERSITY of Otago FORSYTH BARR STADIUM New Zealand’s First University New Zealand’s newest Arena

THE OCTAGON 3mins Town Centre / Cafes / Bars / Restaurants GOLF COURSE 10mins One of 12 Golf Courses in Dunedin

SKI FIELDS 3hours Best Skiing in the Southern Hemisphere!

St CLAIR 10mins Great Surf Spot / Cafes / Restaurants

All distances are from the University area where most students reside. All distances are approximate and based on driving.

Dunedin Events Things To Do

Dunedin offers a full calendar of annual events • Surf at St Clair Beach and festivals including: • Fish for salmon in the Otago Harbour • Scottish Week • Visit New Zealand’s only castle, • Fringe and Heritage Festivals Larnach Castle • ID Dunedin Fashion Week • Go on a Speight’s Brewery Heritage Tour • Regent 24-hour Book Sale • Watch rugby at Forsyth Barr Stadium • University Capping Show • Enjoy gourmet foods from the Otago Farmers’ Market • Dunedin Midwinter Carnival • Mountain-bike around the Dunedin hills • International Science Festival • Go skiing in Central Otago • Cadbury Chocolate Carnival • See yellow-eyed penguins and royal albatross • International Film Festival. on the Otago Peninsula • Buy cutting-edge locally-designed clothes • Walk up the steepest street in the world ... Essential Information

Code of Practice Accident insurance Medical and Travel Insurance The University of Otago has agreed to observe The Accident Compensation Corporation and be bound by the Code of Practice for provides accident insurance for all New International students must have comprehensive the Pastoral Care of International Students Zealand citizens, residents and temporary medical and travel insurance while studying in published by the Ministry of Education. Copies visitors to New Zealand, but you may still be New Zealand. Enrolment at Otago is conditional of the code are available on request from this liable for all other medical and related costs. on showing evidence of comprehensive insurance. institution or from the Ministry of Education Further information can be viewed on the ACC Current instructions and advice on how to obtain website: website: adequate cover is located on the Otago website: www.minedu.govt.nz www.acc.co.nz www.otago.ac.nz/international/healthcare.html

Student Visa Eligibility for Representative Offices Health Services All Study Abroad and Exchange students need The University has representatives in to obtain a student visa prior to arrival in New International students are not normally many countries around the world. These Zealand as a condition of enrolment at Otago. Full entitled to publicly-funded health services representatives can help you with your details of visa requirements, advice on rights to while in New Zealand. If you receive medical application to Otago and provide advice employment in New Zealand while studying and treatment during your visit you will be on the general requirements for studying reporting requirements are available through liable for the full costs of that treatment. abroad. A full listing of representatives can the New Zealand Immigration Service, and can Full details on entitlements to publicly-funded be obtained from the University’s website: be viewed on their website: health services are available through the www.otago.ac.nz/international/agents www.immigration.govt.nz Ministry of Health, and can be viewed on its website: www.moh.govt.nz STUDENT PROFILE 19

Michaela Mu¨ller UNIVERSITY OF TÜBINGEN GERMANY

Michaela Mu¨ller wasn’t quite sure what to nurses and defend their college from former of interesting sources from the English-speaking expect when she arrived in Dunedin for her students, and a half-day scenic train trip for world that I hadn’t come across in Germany,” University of Otago student exchange, although international students through the Taieri Gorge. she says. “It really enriched my understanding of it had always been her dream to travel to the Once classes began, she was equally impressed Theology.” opposite corner of the globe. by Otago’s academic programme. Michaela is Next year, Michaela is travelling to Vienna to “From day one, it was all go!” she says. “I arrived studying Theology and says, “the department study for a year, and she insists that Dunedin right at the beginning of Orientation week, and is fantastic. It offers a wide range of amazing, holds its own against the major European cities. the atmosphere was amazing.” interesting courses. People are very open- “The city is amazing. It is surrounded by minded and the professors are very friendly, so Otago’s famous action-packed week of festivities beautiful beaches and mountains. The campus we could start a lot of interesting discussions.” and events gave Michaela an opportunity to is close to the cafes, nightclubs and cinemas, make a lot of new friends and to take part in a Studying in a foreign country also gave her a and the city itself is close to the national parks number of Otago traditions, such as the famous unique perspective on her subject that she and ski-fields. It’s definitely an experience I’d Selwyn Lindski battle, in which current Selwyn couldn’t have got anywhere else, Michaela says. recommend.” College residents dress up as gladiators and “New Zealand’s research focus draws on a lot Otago Global Student Exchange

The University of Otago has formal exchange agreements with many institutions worldwide. These agreements provide the opportunity for reciprocal exchange of students. If you are currently studying at one of the institutions listed below, you may be able to apply as an exchange student. Please contact your home institution’s international office for further details. If your university does not have an exchange agreement with the University of Otago, you are welcome to apply as a Study Abroad student.

Argentina Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina Hungary Corvinus University of Budapest

Australia University of Western Australia Iceland University of Iceland

Austria Vienna University of Economics and Business Ireland University College Dublin

Belgium Catholic University of Louvain (Business School) Italy Università Commerciale Luigi Bocconi

Brazil Fudaçao Getulio Vargas, (EAESP) Japan Hirosaki University Pontificia Universidade Católica de Rio de Janiero Kansai University

Canada Brock University Keio University Dalhousie University Ochanomizu University Mt Allison University Otaru University of Commerce Queen’s University Rissho University University of Alberta University of Tokyo University of British Columbia Yokohama National University University of Toronto Korea Yonsei University - School of Business University of Western Ontario York University - Schulich School of Business Mexico Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México (ITAM) Universidad Veracruzana Chile Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez The Netherlands Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University University of Amsterdam China Chinese University of Hong Kong Dalian University of Foreign Languages Norway Norwegian School of Economics and Business Administration Fudan University Tsinghua University Poland Warsaw School of Economics University of Hong Kong Portugal Universidade Nova de Lisboa

Czech Republic Charles University Scotland University of Edinburgh University of Economics, Prague University of Glasgow Denmark Aarhus University University of Strathclyde Copenhagen School of Business Singapore National University of Singapore University of Copenhagen Spain ESADE England University College Falmouth Universidad Autónoma de Madrid University of Bristol Universidad Complutense de Madrid University of Durham Universidad de Granada University of East Anglia University of Essex Sweden Lund University University of Exeter Stockholm School of Economics University of Manchester, Manchester Business School Umeå University Uppsala University Finland Aalto University School of Economics University of Helsinki Switzerland Universität St Gallen

France Grenoble Ecole de Management USA Boston College Université Jean Moulin Lyon 3 University of California Université Paris Ouest Nanterre La Défense University of Hawai‘i at Manoa Université de la Sorbonne Nouvelle - Paris 3 University of Minnesota – Carlson School of Management University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Germany Heidelberg University University of Oregon University of Cologne (Faculty of Management, Economics and University of Richmond Social Sciences) University of Texas, Austin University of Tübingen University of Virginia 21

Otago Global Dunedin Student Exchange Map

entering Dunedin via Dunedin Map Waitati Road Motorway into Pine Hill Road Residential Colleges 1

5 Abbey College (postgraduate) 2 3

– 900 Cumberland St GLADSTONE RD 1 Aquinas College – 74 Gladstone Rd NORTH RD 14 – 110 Clyde St RD 6 Carrington College – 57 Heriot Row 4 4 City College – 911 Cumberland St 5 25 Cumberland College – 250 Castle St

8 Cumberland Court HOWE ST

24 Hayward College – 110 Frederick St CASTLE ST 15 14 7 DUNDAS ST CALEDONIAN 9 GROUNDS 3 Knox College – Knox St REGENT RD DUNDAS ST NORTH DUNDAS ST GROUND CUMBERLAND ST 10 GREAT KING ST 11 16 St Margaret's College – 333 Leith St RESERVE TENNIS 6 8 U SOUTHERN 2 – 19 Knox St ST DAVID ST 12 16 MCMILLAN UNIVERSITY 9 Selwyn College – 560 Castle St SPORTS 13 OVAL B CENTRE 15 – 127 Clyde St UNION ST 17 18

HARBOURTERRACE C A GEORGE ST 23 UNION ST 7 Toroa College – 8 Regent Rd 21 17 University College – 315 Leith Walk WATER OF LEITH

HERIOT ROW ALBANY ST

CLYDE ST 19 ALBANY ST 20 FORTH ST ANZAC AVENUE 24 Campus Facilities FREDERICK ST 22 11 Accommodation Services D FREDERICK ST 13 Clocktower – Registry Building 22 Clubs and Societies Centre (OUSA) E HANOVER ST 23 Disability Information and Support 25 19 Hocken Collections CUMBERLAND ST

ST ANDREW ST CASTLE ST 23 Information Services Building / Central Library J

GEORGE ST ANZAC AVENUE 21 International Office – Archway West Building MORAY PLACE

10 Mäori Centre – Te Huka Mätauraka H F 20 Pacific Islands Centre THE OCTAGON G 12 Schools’ Liaison Office – Scott/Shand House STUART ST 18 Unipol Recreation Centre / Language Centre

and Foundation Year MORAY PLACE K Places of Interest A Knox Church PRINCES ST B Otago Museum C Forsyth Barr Stadium D Hospital E Shopping Malls

F Railway Station CRAWFORD ST

G First Church CUMBERLAND ST H Octagon I Visitor Information Centre J St Paul’s Cathedral / Municipal Chambers K Speight’s Brewery

Map Legend

9 University of Otago Buildings entering Dunedin via Southern Motorway into C Places of Interest Caversham Bypass U

One-way Traffic

U Entrance to the University of Otago (corner of St David and Cumberland Street North) Entrance to the University of Otago (corner of St David and Cumberland Street North) www.otago.ac.nz [email protected]