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Otago University Fees

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Otago University Tuition Fees for International Students
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Otago University
Tuition Fees for International Students

University of Otago fee structure covers several cost components that you should carefully consider when creating a budget. These typically cover accommodation or hostel fees, insurance, transportation, and other personal living expenses. One of the primary costs is the tuition fee at the college, which generally ranges from NZD 26,364 - 1,12,753 (INR 13,09,236 - 55,99,314) for the first year. The tuition fee varies based on the course selection. The fee details outlined below are based on information available on the University of Otago official website and are subject to change.

You can check the breakdown of University of Otago fees in Indian Rupees in the table below:

Otago University
Fees in Indian Rupees (INR)

Course level	Annual Tuition Fee in INR
UG	INR 13.73 L - 47.96 L
PG	INR 18 L - 58.71 L

Otago University
Fees Structure

Course	Tuition	Hostel
MS	INR 18 L - 25.4 LGet Fee Details	INR 8.51 L - 10.9 L
B.Sc.	INR 13.73 L - 22.8 LGet Fee Details	INR 8.01 L - 10.9 L
MBA/PGDM	INR 27.75 L - 37.81 LGet Fee Details	INR 9.1 L - 10.9 L
M.A.	INR 20.9 L - 28.5 LGet Fee Details	INR 10.32 L - 10.9 L

University of Otago fee is usually increased annually. For details, students are advised to check the official guidelines released by the university.

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Course	Cost in INR
MS	INR 32.28 K - 39.05 K
B.Sc.	INR 32.28 K
MBA/PGDM	INR 32.28 K
M.A.	INR 44.52 K
B.E. / B.Tech	INR 32.28 K
MIM	INR 32.28 K
B.Com	INR 32.28 K
MPH	INR 39.05 K
PG Diploma	INR 32.28 K
BHM	INR 32.28 K

Otago University
MS Fees 2026

The MS course at University of Otago is available to international applicants and is conducted over a period of 1 year to 2 years. Offered at the graduate level, the first-year tuition fee varies between INR 17,16,548 - 24,22,663, depending on the selected specialisation. Students may choose from 22 specializations tailored to meet diverse academic and professional needs.

Aside from the University of Otago tuition fee, international students must budget for additional expenses like hostel or acco

Aside from the University of Otago tuition fee, international students must budget for additional expenses like hostel or accommodation charges, insurance, transport, and daily living. The average accommodation cost at University of Otago is approximately INR 8,11,444 - 10,39,731.

Refer to the table below for a comprehensive University of Otago MS fee breakdown.

Fee components	Amount (for 1 - 2 years)
Tuition	INR 17.97 L - 25.37 L
Hostel	INR 8.5 L - 10.89 L
Insurance	INR 32.24 K - 39 K
Others	INR 1.08 L - 2.21 L
Total fee	INR 27.87 L - 38.86 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

High-cost

MS course at a premium budget for top-tier education.

Otago University
MS Fees Comparison

Colleges	Tuition Fees	Hostel Fees
University of Otago	17.97 L - 25.37 L	8.5 L - 10.89 L
University of Tasmania Compare	16.89 L - 26.04 L	6.55 L - 14.93 L
Massey University Compare	18.78 L - 27.59 L	5.95 L - 9.36 L
University of Wollongong - Australia Compare	17.07 L - 24.32 L	7.26 L - 8.72 L
University of South Australia Compare	19.49 L - 23.52 L	-/-

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B.Sc. Fees 2026

The University of Otago B.Sc. program is available to Indian students for a total duration of 3 years. You, as an Indian student, will have to pay first-year tuition fee of INR 13,09,236 - 20,78,867 for this UG course. The tuition fee will depend on the specialization you choose. For this programme, the University of Otago offers 17 specializations.

The Indian students, along with University of Otago tuition fee will also have to plan other expenses which include your living essentials such as ac

The Indian students, along with University of Otago tuition fee will also have to plan other expenses which include your living essentials such as accommodation or hostel fees, insurance, transportation, and day-to-day living expenses. If you plan to live on campus, the accommodation cost at University of Otago is estimated around INR 7,64,267 - 10,39,731, annually.

For a complete overview of the University of Otago B.Sc. fee breakup, refer to the table below:

Fee components	Amount (for 3 years)
Tuition	INR 13.71 L - 22.77 L
Hostel	INR 8 L - 10.89 L
Insurance	INR 32.24 K
Others	INR 72.44 K - 1.04 L
Total fee	INR 22.76 L - 35.02 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

High-cost

B.Sc. course at a premium budget for top-tier education.

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B.Sc. Fees Comparison

Colleges	Tuition Fees	Hostel Fees
University of Otago	13.71 L - 22.77 L	8 L - 10.89 L
AUT University Compare	16.26 L - 23.84 L	5.61 L - 6.65 L
University of Auckland Compare	21.21 L - 27.62 L	9.67 L - 10.08 L
University of Canterbury Compare	14.76 L - 20.75 L	6.64 L - 9.34 L
Victoria University of Wellington Compare	15.91 L - 19.48 L	6.82 L - 7.44 L

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MBA/PGDM Fees 2026

Indian students can enroll for University of Otago MBA/PGDM course for 15 months. The first-year tuition fee for the course, offered at the graduate level, is INR 27,47,340 and varies based on choice of specialization. In addition to the tuition fee, Indian students will also be responsible for extra costs like transportation, insurance, and accommodation/housing fees. The cost of accommodation at University of Otago is INR 10,39,731. See the table below for more information on the University of

Fee components	Amount (for 15 months)
Tuition	INR 37.76 L
Hostel	INR 10.89 L
Others	INR 1.08 L
Total fee	INR 49.72 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

High-cost

MBA/PGDM course at a premium budget for top-tier education.

Otago University
MBA/PGDM Fees Comparison

Colleges	Tuition Fees	Hostel Fees
University of Otago	37.76 L	10.89 L
University of Pittsburgh Compare	40.18 L - 58.58 L	14.95 L - 20.91 L
Erasmus University Rotterdam Compare	64.32 L	-/-
University of Delaware Compare	36.47 L	12.76 L
University of Calgary Compare	24.97 L - 33.34 L	8.57 L

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M.A. Fees 2026

The M.A. course at University of Otago is offered to Indian students at graduate level. This course is available for a duration of 12 months to 18 months. The first-year tuition fee for the M.A. course at University of Otago is INR 19,92,955 - 27,17,991. Apart from University of Otago tuition fee, Indian students must budget for additional expenses such as housing, food, travel and daily requirements. Refer to the table below for the fees breakdown of University of Otago M.A. course:

Fee components	Amount (for 12 months)
Tuition	INR 20.87 L - 28.46 L
Hostel	INR 10.31 L - 10.89 L
Others	INR 1.08 L
Total fee	INR 32.25 L - 40.42 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

High-cost

M.A. course at a premium budget for top-tier education.

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M.A. Fees Comparison

Otago University
MASc fee details 2026

Fee components	Amount (for 12 months - 1 year)
Tuition	INR 30.11 L - 31.58 L
Total fee	INR 30.11 L - 31.58 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

High-cost

MASc course at a premium budget for top-tier education.

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MASc Fees Comparison

Otago University
B.E. / B.Tech Fees 2026

Are you an Indian student who wants to study B.E. / B.Tech at University of Otago? This program designed to be completed within a duration is 3 years. This course is offered at UG level and the first-year tuition fee of is INR 16,31,728 - 21,27,683, depending on choice of specialization. You can choose from 3 specializations.

In addition to tuition, prospective students should also consider living costs such as accommodation, insurance, commuting and other personal expenses. At University of Otag

In addition to tuition, prospective students should also consider living costs such as accommodation, insurance, commuting and other personal expenses. At University of Otago, the average cost for on-campus housing is approximately INR 8,11,444 - 10,39,731.

A comprehensive breakdown of the University of Otago B.E. / B.Tech fee structure is presented in the table below:

Fee components	Amount (for 3 years)
Tuition	INR 17.35 L - 22.31 L
Hostel	INR 8.5 L - 10.89 L
Insurance	INR 32.24 K
Others	INR 1.04 L - 2.21 L
Total fee	INR 27.21 L - 35.73 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

Mid-priced

B.E. / B.Tech course offers great value for its price, ensuring a strong ROI.

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B.E. / B.Tech Fees Comparison

Otago University
MIM Fees 2026

Indian students can enroll for University of Otago MIM course for 12 months to 1 year. The first-year tuition fee for the course, offered at the graduate level, is INR 26,46,431 - 28,89,914 and varies based on choice of specialization. In addition to the tuition fee, Indian students will also be responsible for extra costs like transportation, insurance, and accommodation/housing fees. The cost of accommodation at University of Otago is INR 8,68,057 - 10,39,731. See the table below for more info

Fee components	Amount (for 12 months - 1 year)
Tuition	INR 27.71 L - 32.34 L
Hostel	INR 9.09 L - 10.89 L
Insurance	INR 32.24 K
Others	INR 43.16 K - 1.08 L
Total fee	INR 37.55 L - 44.63 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

High-cost

MIM course at a premium budget for top-tier education.

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MIM Fees Comparison

Otago University
MDS Fees 2026

The University of Otago MDS course is open to Indian students and spans a duration of 1 year to 2 years. This graduate course can be studied for a first-year tuition fees of INR 21,41,885 - 55,99,314. Alongside the tuition fees, international students should factor in other living expenses, including accommodation, health insurance, travel, books and supplies, and daily personal expenditures. Accommodation at the university typically costs around INR 9,84,261.

A detailed fee structure for the Un

A detailed fee structure for the University of Otago MDS course can be found in the table below.

Fee components	Amount (for 1 - 2 years)
Tuition	INR 21.57 L - 56.38 L
Hostel	INR 9.91 L
Others	INR 1.04 L
Total fee	INR 32.51 L - 67.32 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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MDS Fees Comparison

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B.A. Fees 2026

Offered at the UG level, the University of Otago B.A. course is available for a duration ranging from 3 years. The first-year tuition fee of courses offered under B.A. range between INR 15,57,636 - 19,60,825.

Indian students need to pay for additional expenses beyond the tuition fee. This can range from housing to transportation and from meals to leisure activities. Of these, accommodation takes up the largest expense share, on an average it range between INR 9,56,750 - 10,39,731.

Refer to the tab

Refer to the table below for a detailed fee breakdown of the University of Otago B.A. course:

Fee components	Amount (for 3 years)
Tuition	INR 15.68 L - 19.74 L
Hostel	INR 9.63 L - 10.47 L
Others	INR 99.8 K
Total fee	INR 26.31 L - 31.21 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

Mid-priced

B.A. course offers great value for its price, ensuring a strong ROI.

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B.A. Fees Comparison

Otago University
BBA fee details 2026

Fee components	Amount (for 3 years)
Tuition	INR 17.24 L - 20.26 L
Total fee	INR 17.24 L - 20.26 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

High-cost

BBA course at a premium budget for top-tier education.

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BBA Fees Comparison

Otago University
MBBS Fees 2026

The duration of 6 years is offered to Indian students enrolled in University of Otago MBBS. The course is offered at the UG level, and the first-year tuition cost is INR 20,45,644. Apart from University of Otago tuition, you will also be responsible for additional costs such transportation, insurance, and accommodation/housing fees. The cost of accommodation at University of Otago is INR 10,39,731.

For additional information regarding MBBS fee breakdown at University of Otago see the table belo

For additional information regarding MBBS fee breakdown at University of Otago see the table below:

Fee components	Amount (for 6 years)
Tuition	INR 47.89 L
Hostel	INR 10.89 L
Others	INR 1.04 L
Total fee	INR 59.82 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

High-cost

MBBS course at a premium budget for top-tier education.

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MBBS Fees Comparison

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B.Com Fees 2026

International students can take admission to the University of Otago B.Com program, which can be completed in 3 years. This program is offered at the UG level, with first-year tuition fees of INR 14,58,365. There are 3 years that a student can opt from to study B.Com at University of Otago.

Along with the University of Otago tuition fees, Indian students also need to factor in other living expenses such as housing, insurance, travel and other miscellaneous expenses. The estimated cost of Universi

Fee components	Amount (for 3 years)
Tuition	INR 14.68 L
Hostel	INR 8.17 L
Insurance	INR 31 K
Others	INR 41.5 K
Total fee	INR 23.58 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

Affordable

B.Com course perfectly fits your needs and is budget-friendly!

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B.Com Fees Comparison

Otago University
B.J.M.C. Fees 2026

Are you an Indian student who wants to study B.J.M.C. at University of Otago? This program designed to be completed within a duration is 3 years. This course is offered at UG level and the first-year tuition fee of is INR 15,57,636 - 17,00,905, depending on choice of specialization.

A comprehensive breakdown of the University of Otago B.J.M.C. fee structure is presented in the table below:

Fee components	Amount (for 3 years)
Tuition	INR 15.68 L - 17.13 L
Hostel	INR 9.63 L
Others	INR 99.8 K
Total fee	INR 26.31 L - 27.76 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

Mid-priced

B.J.M.C. course offers great value for its price, ensuring a strong ROI.

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B.J.M.C. Fees Comparison

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B.Pharma fee details 2026

Fee components	Amount (for 3 years)
Tuition	INR 19.46 L - 20.09 L
Total fee	INR 19.46 L - 20.09 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

Affordable

B.Pharma course perfectly fits your needs and is budget-friendly!

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B.Pharma Fees Comparison

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BDS Fees 2026

International students can opt for University of Otago BDS, a UG course, available for a duration of 5 years. For an Indian student applying for this course, the first-year tuition fee charged is INR 20,45,644. Not just tuition fee, Indian students also need to plan for additional living expenses. These would include accommodation or hostel charges, insurance, transportation, grocery and other leisure activities. An average cost of University of Otago accommodation is around INR 10,39,731.

A deta

A detailed fee breakdown of the University of Otago BDS program is provided in the table below:

Fee components	Amount (for 5 years)
Tuition	INR 20.6 L
Hostel	INR 10.47 L
Others	INR 99.8 K
Total fee	INR 32.06 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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BDS Fees Comparison

Otago University
M.Sc. Fees 2026

The M.Sc course at University of Otago is available for Indian students. This graduate course can be completed in 2 years. The M.Sc tuition fee for the first year for Indian students is INR 24,22,663. Besides the tuition fee, other costs are to be taken care of during the time of the study, which cover accommodation/ hostel fees, insurance, transportation, meals, among others. The University of Otago accommodation will cost INR 10,39,731 to the international students.

To learn more about the Univ

To learn more about the University of Otago M.Sc fee breakup, check the table below:

Fee components	Amount (for 2 years)
Tuition	INR 23.9 L
Hostel	INR 10.26 L
Total fee	INR 34.16 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

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M.Sc. Fees Comparison

Otago University
MPH Fees 2026

The MPH course at University of Otago is available to international applicants and is conducted over a period of 2 years. Offered at the graduate level, the first-year tuition fee is INR 24,56,084

Refer to the table below for a com

Refer to the table below for a comprehensive University of Otago MPH fee breakdown.

Fee components	Amount (for 2 years)
Tuition	INR 24.73 L
Hostel	INR 10.47 L
Insurance	INR 37.5 K
Others	INR 45 K
Total fee	INR 36.02 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

Affordable

MPH course perfectly fits your needs and is budget-friendly!

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MPH Fees Comparison

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PG Diploma Fees 2026

Offered at the graduate level, the University of Otago PG Diploma course is available for a duration ranging from 1 year. The first-year tuition fee of courses offered under PG Diploma is INR 20,86,564.

Refer to the table below for a detailed fee

Refer to the table below for a detailed fee breakdown of the University of Otago PG Diploma course:

Fee components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition	INR 21.01 L
Hostel	INR 10.47 L
Insurance	INR 31 K
Others	INR 41.5 K
Total fee	INR 32.2 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

High-cost

PG Diploma course at a premium budget for top-tier education.

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PG Diploma Fees Comparison

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MSN Fees 2026

The University of Otago MSN program welcomes Indian students and runs for 2 years. This course is offered at the graduate level, with first-year tuition fees of INR 24,32,297, depending on the specialisation selected. In addition to the University of Otago tuition fee, you should plan for extra costs such as accommodation or hostel fees, insurance, local transportation, and personal expenses. Typically, University of Otago accommodation costs around INR 10,39,731.

For more clarity on the total fe

For more clarity on the total fee, you can refer to the table below showing the MSN fee breakdown:

Fee components	Amount (for 2 years)
Tuition	INR 24.49 L
Hostel	INR 10.47 L
Total fee	INR 34.96 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

Mid-priced

MSN course offers great value for its price, ensuring a strong ROI.

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MSN Fees Comparison

Otago University
BHM Fees 2026

The duration of 3 years is offered to Indian students enrolled in University of Otago BHM. The course is offered at the UG level, and the first-year tuition cost is INR 19,99,908. Apart from University of Otago tuition, you will also be responsible for additional costs such transportation, insurance, and accommodation/housing fees. The cost of accommodation at University of Otago is INR 10,39,731.

For additional information regarding BHM fee breakdown at University of Otago see the table below:

Fee components	Amount (for 3 years)
Tuition	INR 20.14 L
Hostel	INR 10.47 L
Insurance	INR 31 K
Others	INR 41.5 K
Total fee	INR 31.33 L

These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.

High-cost

BHM course at a premium budget for top-tier education.

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BHM Fees Comparison

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Safety5

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Permanent Immigration4.5

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Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Finance - Batch of 2025

4.5

An eye-opening experience with great faculty.

Tips: It's really difficult adjusting to the new environment but once you are used to it, you will really enjoy it. The most important thing is to not get lazy or sack off. Really difficult to get scholarships for international students. There are just more scholarships for domestic students.

Likes (Internships): There are many opportunities to get internships with many local and international companies, especially companies like Big 4. The university also provides many support services regarding the application process and creating your CV. The application process might be a bit tedious sometimes.

Dislikes (Value for money): The tuition fee is really expensive. In my opinion, it's not justified compared to the rates they charge domestic students. But then again, there are many support services available for international students that are not available for domestic students.

Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 1600

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryNZD

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Master of International Business (MIntBus) - Batch of 2025

3.7

Internships are not always relevant to your field of studies.

Tips: There was a huge cultural shift that I experienced after coming here, mostly evolving around the soft skills. I was awarded a scholarship of NZD 10,000, for which I didn't have to apply. One gets under the list as they fill out the application form. Later, two students, not sure about the number of students in other courses, were selected for the scholarship. Overall, I am pretty satisfied with the university and course, but not very happy with the country, as finding a full-time job, especially related to your field of study, could be challenging if you are an immigrant.

Likes (Student Life): A typical day at college involved a 2-hour lecture. Besides that, the library offers a wide selection of books covering various academic and non-academic genres. The university's student association organises numerous cultural events, such as Holi, Diwali, and Christmas, providing opportunities to connect with students from diverse backgrounds.

Dislikes (Internships): There is complete support from the concerned people on campus to find internships. They guide you in every step, right from creating a New Zealand-friendly CV to appearing for an interview. However, available internships are not always relevant to your field of studies and may clash with your academics.

Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 1500

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryNZD 70000

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Does University of Otago offers scholarships for Indian students?

Answered 2 months ago

The University of Otago is among the top choices of international students for pursuing higher education in New Zealand. Otago University offers a large variety of scholarship for its Indian students. The University of Otago scholarships attracts students from all over the world. Some top scholarshi

Pallavi Sharma

Contributor-Level 10

What are the key features and structure of the MBA programme at the University of Otago for international students?

Answered 3 months ago

The Otago MBA is ranked the best in New Zealand, and it is internationally accredited by EQUIS and AACSB, which are two of the most reputed accreditations in the world, and very universities have both of these. Below are the key features of the Otago MBA:

It is a two-phase full-time programme starti

Piyush Rastogi

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What does the MS in Toxicology programme at University of Otago involve and what are the admission requirements for international students?

Answered 3 months ago

Like all the Otago University MS programs, the MS in Toxicology also includes coursework and research preparation, while the second year focuses on thesis research. This programme is for studying the harmful effects of drugs, industrial chemicals, etc. The coursework includes papers such as Master's

Divya Shukla

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Who are the top recruiters at the University of Otago?

Answered 5 months ago

The University of Otago is highly regarded for offering the highest placement rates in the New Zealand. Otago University placement rate attracts international students the most. University of Otago placement rate stands at 95%, and the graduates were employed within six months of graduation. This fi

Saakshi Rawat

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Are there any admission deadlines at the University of Otago?

Answered 6 months ago

Yes, there are admission deadlines at the University of Otago as there are two main intakes in a year at this university.

International students can apply before these intakes which are one in February (Semester 1) and the other one in July (Semester 2). For programs like PhD (Thesis) level, the app

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