University of Otago

University of Otago is a prestigious university, which earned international recognition. University of Otago is located among the natural beauties of the South Island of New Zealand, in the city of Dunedin.

University of Otago, founded in 1869 by decree of the provincial council of Otago, is the oldest New Zealand university. With the granting of an additional fund in 1872, the curriculum was expanded and new curricula were created: lectures on law began in 1873, and in 1875 a course on medicine was opened here. Lectures on mining were read here since 1872, and in 1878 the Mountain School was established. Teaching of accounting and commercial disciplines began in 1912.

Advantages of the university:

• A rich library fund, which includes 9,000 rare books;
• Availability of library rooms for individual lessons;
• Education in small groups;
• 40 research centers in which interdisciplinary research is conducted;
• Recognized achievements of the University in the field of medicine, physics, microbiology;
• Attracting students to research work in the learning process.

The University was constantly increasing its capacity and in 2016 could already accept more than 20,000 students. He also expanded his range of qualifications to include undergraduate programs in geodesy, pedagogical education, physiotherapy and applied sciences, social work and performing arts, as well as specialized postgraduate programs in various disciplines.

Huge financial and ideological injections were made to provide quality educational services in the fields of pharmacy, medical laboratory science, radiotherapy, biomedical sciences, dental technology, dental hygiene and therapy (they are now combined in the oral health program).

Leading areas:

• Trade.
• Engineering.
• Natural Sciences.
• Health sciences and medicine.
• Humanitarian sciences.

The governing body of the institution is the University Council, which is chaired by the Chancellor and consists of appointed, as well as elected members. To resolve academic policy, the Council refers to the Senate.

At the moment, in the international rating UO occupies 189 position, and in its country - 2. At the University of Otago, about 2500 foreign students from more than 100 countries study at the same time. Having taken 151st place in the QS World University 2017/18 rating and TOP-100 in 13 subject areas, the university retains a high international rating on the quality of the educational services provided.

In an effort to raise the international level, UO actively participates in research and exchange programs, working for students and teaching staff. The institution also cooperates with large scientific and educational institutions around the world.

Infrastructure and arrangement of the university

The campus is located in Dunedin. It is a small safe city with a relatively inexpensive cost of living. It is surrounded by wild nature with stunning scenery. There are many excellent cafes and clubs located just a few minutes' walk from the campus. And since the city and the campus developed together - Dunedin is one of the few places in the world where education is the main activity of urban residents. It is worth noting that 20 000 students from the University of Otago make up one fifth of the population of the town.

The main building of the university is in Dunedin, and its medical campuses are located in Christchurch and Wellington, they were established in 1972 and 1977 respectively. The information and center is based in the center of Auckland (1996), and there is an information office in Wellington (2001). Dunedin College of Education teamed up with the University (2007), which added another campus in Invercargill.

The campus includes libraries, laboratories, academic buildings. Also on its territory are organized academic, scientific, external, personnel, financial, student and collegial services, as well as real estate services. There are active information technology services, campus development departments and student services, risk and security management, sustainable development management and project management.

As the leading research university in New Zealand, the university offers unprecedented access to cooperation with world-class scientists across the entire spectrum of qualifications.

Applicants who wish to enter the university can be educated in a special preparatory center. For the students of the preparatory department, access to the entire infrastructure of the university is allowed. They can use the library's rich library, laboratories and educational audiences.

At the University of Otago applicants can apply, which meet the requirements for academic achievement. Applicants from all over the world are enrolled in the baccalaureate without any gender or religious restrictions. The International Office of the University provides specialized support for international students throughout their stay. The entrant from Russia must provide:

• Certificate of completion of secondary school and a document on the completion of a one-year course at an approved higher education institution;
• Certificate of international standard, confirming the knowledge of English.

The requirements for enrolling in a master's program vary depending on the program, most of which require a bachelor's qualification in the same field, and some of them have additional requirements, such as relevant work experience or professional registration in New Zealand.

The cost of studying at the bachelor's degree for foreigners will be 18000 USD / year, the same amount will have to be paid for the year of study in the magistracy. Accommodation during the education will cost the student at 841-1417 USD / month.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision