UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO UNIVERSITY OF OTAGO University of Otago INTERNATIONAL PROSPECTUS | INTERNATIONAL PROSPECTUS PROSPECTUS INTERNATIONAL 2019 2019 unis-overall-5-starplus 2018 Dunedin Me he manawa tītī, me he kuaka mārangaranga. Ko te reo rāhiri, ko ‘A Sooty Shearwater with a stout heart, the Godwit te reo pōwhiri e karanga atu ana ki a koutou ngā tītī, ngā kuaka, ngā flock rises as one’. The voice of welcome from the manu tawhiti kia whai wāhi ai koutou ki te whenua haumako, te ākau University of Otago calls out to you, to take rest on mātauranga o Aotearoa, a ko te Whare Wānanga o Otāgo. Tēnā, this rich fertile land, on this coast of knowledge. As karapinepine mai, whakarauika mai. the first university in New Zealand, the University of Otago welcomes you all. Ahakoa tō awhero, ahakoa tō wawata he wāhi hāneanea mōu, he ara whakamua mōu hei whakatutuki i tēnā tāu e hiahia ai. Mēnā ka whai Whatever your dreams or aspirations, they can tohu koe ki Te Kete Aronui, ki te Ture, ki te Pūtaiao, ki te Hauora, ki be realised here. Whether you want to pursue te Tauhokohoko rānei, ahakoa te kaupapa he wāhi mōu, he tohu mōu. Humanities, Law, Science, Medicine or Business, there is a place for you here and a qualification to suit your Ko te ringa āwhina ka toro atu ki a koutou, ko ngā pou taunaki specialty. ka whakaakoria, ka ārahia, ka tautokona koe ki te rere atu ki ngā This Prospectus is intended as a general guide for international students. The karamatamata, ki ngā kōtihitihi o te ngaru mātauranga nei. At the University of Otago we have the people to information provided is, as far as possible, up to date and accurate at the time teach, guide and support you to fly to the mountain Nā reira, of publication. The University reserves the right to add, amend or withdraw tops and beyond. programmes and facilities, to restrict student numbers and to make any other Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai! alterations as it may deem necessary. The regulations of the University of Welcome, welcome, welcome. Otago are published annually in the University Calendar. Published by the University of Otago International Office: July 2018. Contents Only Otago 2 Welcome 4 New Zealand Aotearoa 6 Dunedin: New Zealand’s student capital 8 Life at Otago 10 Student services 12 Accommodation 14 An Otago degree 18 Terminology 20 Your bachelor’s degree 22 Postgraduate study 24 Business 26 Health Sciences 28 Humanities 30 Sciences 32 Pathways to study 34 Otago Global Student Exchange 36 Entrance and enrolling 38 Important dates 40 Entrance requirements 41 How to apply 46 Important application information 48 Essential information for international students 49 Programmes and fees 50 Scholarships 52 2018 international tuition fees 54 Programme summary 56 1 Welcome to the University of Otago The University of Otago was founded in 1869 next generation of citizens in New Zealand and by early Scottish settlers who recognised the other parts of the globe. At Otago you will gain a importance of universities. Otago is the oldest world-class qualification, and you will also learn and finest university in New Zealand with a long other important lessons along the way – lessons history of excellence in teaching and research. We that will allow you to thrive in all aspects of your work in partnership with Ngāi Tahu, the tangata adult life. In addition, you will make friends who whenua of this place. We value the strong cultural you will keep for a lifetime. contribution of both elements of our history; In order to make the best of your brief time the bagpipes and the haka can be heard on our with us, I strongly encourage you to be the best campus and at our graduation ceremonies. student you can be. I also encourage you to take We are strongly committed to international advantage of the wide range of extracurricular education having collaborative teaching, research and co-curricular activities that we have on offer. and exchange agreements with major institutions The University of Otago is located in one of the around the world. Otago offers a rich cultural most beautiful places on the planet – please take life, reflecting a diverse international student time out to discover the beaches, the hills and community and New Zealand’s own multicultural the native flora and fauna that are right on our population. We are proud to be a foundation doorstep. Most importantly, I challenge you to member of the Matariki Network of Universities, dream. recognising our shared commitment to an ethos I warmly welcome you to this exciting new of excellence in research, scholarship and rounded chapter of your life. education. Students at Otago are taught by academic staff who are dedicated to teaching and who are internationally recognised for their research. We are committed to educating the next generation PROFESSOR HARLENE HAYNE of professionals across a wide range of disciplines, Vice-Chancellor and we are also committed to nurturing the June 2018 2 Why Otago? Highest possible international 20,000 students, including Ranked in the top 1% of quality rating 2,800 international students universities in the world from 100 countries (QS World Rankings) 95% 15 residential colleges New Zealand’s first university, 95% of graduates go into work accommodating 3,500 students celebrating 150 years in 2019 or on to further study otago.ac.nz/150 195+ 150+ More than 195 undergraduate We offer more than 150 Unmatched record in the National and postgraduate programmes student clubs and societies Teaching Excellence Awards: seven Supreme Award winners Dunedin is a gigatown Rated top university in New Zealand Recognised as one of the 16 most with 1gb/s connectivity for international student experience beautiful campuses in the world (International Student Barometer 2017) (Huffington Post) 3 SECTION 1 Only Otago Academic excellence and an outstanding student experience. 4 Welcome to the University of Otago – New Zealand’s first university and the first choice for more than 20,000 students. After 150 years, we’re still leading the way when it comes to world-class teaching and a legendary student lifestyle – the two core elements that set the University of Otago apart, and the reason students from across the country and around the world choose us for their tertiary education. An Otago degree can give you the momentum to get where you want to go in life, And it’s not just academic achievement that you’ll take with you. The experiences and friendships forged at Otago can last a lifetime. otago.ac.nz/international-enquiries 5 ONLY OTAGO New Zealand Aotearoa Embracing visitors as whānau (family) underpins every aspect of our identity. 4 2 3 1 5 1. Dunedin 2. Queenstown, Arrowtown and Wanaka Known as the gateway to the South 3.5 hours’ drive. Island, basing yourself in Dunedin Queenstown, the birthplace of bungy, is known allows for a comparably affordable as the Adventure Sports Capital of the World. way for you to access many of New The stunningly beautiful gorges and lakeside Zealand’s world-renowned destinations environment provide the perfect setting for of immense natural beauty, or enjoy skydiving, canyon swinging, jet boating and adventure activities. white-water rafting. This is also the Southern Hemisphere’s top ski resort area and has great nightlife once the sun goes down. 6 Photograph by AJ Hackett Bungy New Zealand is truly unique. (North Island) and Te Waipounamu (South Kiwis have a reputation for being Island). resourceful and innovative. New It is a safe and fun destination with friendly Zealand’s urban centres are full of cafes, people, easy access to the outdoors, According to Māori, Kupe ventured from restaurants, arts, industry and fashion. immersive experiences and rich culture. the Polynesian homeland of Hawaiiki Farming remains the country’s major to New Zealand on a waka hourua It is also one of the least crowded export industry and there is a growing (voyaging canoe) around 1,000 years ago countries in the world, with a physical size focus on ecotourism ventures, the wine navigating by the stars and ocean currents. comparable to Japan or Great Britain and industry, fashion design and a flourishing Several waka hourua arrived across the a population of only 4.7 million people film industry that is gaining international country over hundreds of years, and (affectionately known as ‘Kiwis’). recognition. Māori established themselves as the first The country is made up of two major inhabitants and caretakers of the land. New Zealand is renowned for its islands (the North and South Islands) and spectacular landscapes – from dramatic Dutch explorer Abel Tasman was the first a number of smaller islands, including mountain ranges and steaming volcanoes, European to discover New Zealand, in 1642. Stewart Island. to sandy swimming beaches and wild and English navigator James Cook mapped the rugged coastline. Approximately two thirds of the population country in 1769–70. Later, sealers, whalers lives in the North Island. Auckland has and traders arrived and the following two The South Island has some of the world’s over 1.3 million people, followed by the centuries saw waves of European settlement. most picturesque scenery. Beaches, capital city Wellington and Christchurch glaciers, lakes and fiords, and mountains Today the country is diverse and (which each have about 400,000). with world-class ski resorts are all easily multicultural, enhanced by the growing Dunedin’s population is around 120,000. accessible from your base in Dunedin. number of people from the Pacific and Asia Māori were the first inhabitants of New who have made New Zealand their home Zealand Aotearoa across Te Ika a Maui in recent years.