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About UO
University of Otago (UO) — public non-profit university. It is located in Dunedin, New Zealand. UO is an active member of Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL).
The university is ranked number 214 in QS World University Rankings 2025. The university is highly rated by the independent university ranking THE. It is in the top-350.
At UO, you can get a bachelor, master and doctorate degree in different fields of study.
Location
Dunedin, New Zealand
Establishment year
1869
Students
18,509
International students
3,499
Female students
59%
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As in many other universities in the country, the academic calendar at UO is divided into two semesters. But for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees here are different for locals and foreigners. For locals, it starts from 3,082 USD, and for foreigners — a minimum of 3,879 USD. The educational institution helps students with tuition fees through scholarships. They are available to local and international students. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and scholarships.
Also, be prepared for additional expenses: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.
Academic calendar
Semesters
Scholarships
Yes
Bachelor
Local3,082USD/year
Foreign17,568USD/year
Master
Local3,879USD/year
Foreign9,986USD/year
Doctorate
Local3,987USD/year
Foreign3,879USD/year
Study programs at UO
Physical Sciences
Bachelor of Applied Science (BAppSc) in Energy Management
Study degree
BAppSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
ATAR, CAE, IELTS, OP, PTE, SAT, TOEFL, IB
Study field
Physical Sciences
Scholarships
Yes
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Energy Science and Technology
It is not possible to enter an undergraduate program at UO after the 11th grade. In New Zealand, school education lasts longer than 11 years, so applicants need to complete one of the preparatory programs (A-Levels, IB, Foundation, etc.), or study for a year at a university in their home country. Before submitting documents to the university, applicants take an English language exam. The university accepts the results of IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score is 80. The IELTS score is not lower than 6. A subject exam is required. The university relies on the SAT results. Additionally, upon admission, an International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma can be accepted.
IELTS
6
TOEFL iBT
80
TOEFL PBT
550
Master's degree at UO
The admission committee of the university takes into account the previous academic performance of the student. It is impossible to enter UO for a master's program without confirming knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 80. IELTS — 5.5 or higher. There is an opportunity for admission to online master's programs at UO.
IELTS
5.5
TOEFL iBT
80
TOEFL PBT
587
Doctorate degree at UO
If you are applying for a doctoral program, you must pass the language exam — IELTS, PTE, TOEFL or CAE. For the TOEFL exam, the result must be at least 90.
TOEFL iBT
90
UO campus
The campus of the educational institution is located in Dunedin. This opens up all the delights of life in a big city for students: a rich infrastructure, a large selection of entertainment, convenient transport, as well as more opportunities for internships or part-time jobs. However, for some students, such an abundance of opportunities can be distracting. The educational institution has its own library. Here, students do their homework or just have a good time reading an interesting book. Foreigners who come to UO through exchange programs study and live with local students. Thus, the university promotes intercultural exchange and the establishment of interethnic relations.
New Zealand allows university graduates to stay in the country from 1 to 3 years. To do this, you need to apply for a graduate visa, which allows you to work even without a formal offer from an employer. Graduates of UO find jobs without difficulty. One of the reasons is the good reputation of the university among employers, according to the results of the QS ranking. You can find other options for immigration in our article.
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