University of Otago

University of Otago

Dunedin, New Zealand

• QS World Ranking 2024: 206th globally
• Location: Dunedin, New Zealand
• Founding Year: 1869​

Undergraduate Courses

1. Health Sciences Division:
   • Medicine (MB ChB)
   • Dentistry (BDS)
   • Physiotherapy
   • Pharmacy
   • Biomedical Sciences
   • Nursing
   • Oral Health
   • Medical Laboratory Science
2. Sciences Division:
   • Biological Sciences (e.g., Ecology, Genetics)
   • Environmental Science
   • Chemistry
   • Physics
   • Computer Science
   • Psychology
   • Geography​
3. Humanities Division:
   • English
   • History
   • Philosophy
   • Politics
   • Sociology
   • Languages (e.g., Spanish, French, Chinese)
   • Anthropology
   • Religious Studies​
4. Otago School of Business:
   • Accounting
   • Marketing
   • Management
   • International Business
   • Economics​

Postgraduate Courses

1. Health Sciences Division:
   • Master of Public Health
   • Master of Biomedical Science
   • Master of Medical Science
   • Master of Physiotherapy
   • Master of Pharmacy
2. Sciences Division:
   • Master of Science (MSc) in Biological Sciences
   • MSc in Environmental Science
   • MSc in Chemistry
   • MSc in Physics​
3. Humanities Division:
   • Master of Arts (MA) in English
   • MA in History
   • MA in Philosophy
   • MA in Sociology
   • Master of International Studies​
4. Otago School of Business:
   • Master of Business Administration (MBA)
   • Master of International Business
   • Master of Marketing
   • Master of Professional Accounting

Additional Programs

• Study Abroad and Exchange Programs: Students can take part in international exchanges and study abroad opportunities.
• Summer School: A selection of undergraduate courses available during summer.
• Distance Learning: Flexible learning options in selected programs

Intakes: Otago has two main intakes:

• February: The primary intake for most programs.
• July: Limited programs are available

Entry Requirements for Bangladeshi Students:

• Undergraduate: Completion of the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with a good GPA. English language proficiency is required, such as an IELTS score of 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 80​
• Postgraduate: A relevant undergraduate degree with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. English language proficiency is also needed

Expenses:

• Tuition Fees: Around NZD 29,000–35,000 per year for international students, depending on the program​
• Living Costs: Approximately NZD 15,000–20,000 per year