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  • University of Otago

    University of Otago

    Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (DClinDent)

    Doctorate (PhD)

    The Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (DClinDent) degree provides graduate training in nine disciplines in dentistry. The aim of each discipline programme is to prepare graduate students to become registered specialists in that discipline.

    Entry Requirements

    1. Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences) on the advice of the Faculty of Dentistry.
    2. Every applicant shall have fulfilled one of the following conditions:
      1. have been admitted to the degree of Bachelor of Dental Surgery of a university in New Zealand;
      2. have been admitted with the status of one who is entitled to proceed to the degree.
    3. Candidates will be selected on the basis of their previous academic record (normally with a grade average of a B+ or greater), their graduate experience and academic achievements, their commitment to the specific discipline, evidence that they are committed to ongoing education, reports from three referees, and postgraduate English requirements (where applicable).
    4. Admission to each of the endorsements within the programme is limited to the respective number of candidates determined by the Council annually on the basis of available resources.
    5. Initial admission to the degree programme shall normally be provisional, and shall be confirmed after attaining at least a B+ grade in each of the first year papers (CLDN 910 and CLDN 920).
    6. If admission to the degree programme is not confirmed, then either the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences) may approve provisional admission for a further period of up to one year or the candidate shall be required to enrol for another qualification or withdraw. If, after a period of extension, admission is not confirmed, the candidate shall be required to enrol for another qualification or withdraw.
  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    Certificate in Indigenous Narrative

    Certificate

    The Certificate in Indigenous Narrative (CertIndigNarr) will introduce you to indigenous storytelling in the digital media industry, from films to video games and more.

    Entry Requirements

    Admission to UC with University Entrance (or equivalent) is required to enrol.

    If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.

    For information on the enrolment process, please see how to apply for undergraduate qualifications.

  • University of Otago

    University of Otago

    Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science with Honours (BMLSc(Hons))

    Bachelor (Honours)

    The Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science with Honours (BMLSc(Hons)) degree is a four-year programme that includes a comprehensive grounding in health sciences and specialised training in the various laboratory testing disciplines, such as microbiology, biochemistry, and haematology.

    Entry Requirements

    1. Admission to the programme shall be determined by the Board of Studies for Medical Laboratory Science subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice Chancellor (Health Sciences),
    2. To be considered for admission to the programme, applicants must have passed the Second Year and semester one of the Third Year of the degree of Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science, with a grade average of at least B+. Application for admission must be made no later than 1st March of the Third Year of the course.
    3. Eligible applicants will be ranked, based on their Second Year and semester one Third Year averages and a written application. The top ranked applicants will be interviewed and, based on interview, offered admission to the programme. The number of students admitted to the Honours programme shall not exceed ten in any one year.
  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    Ako: Bachelor of Teaching and Learning

    Bachelor

    If you are inspired by the world around you and wish to make a positive difference in the lives of young people, then a career in teaching or education could be for you.

    Entry Requirements

    You will need University Entrance (or equivalent) to enrol.

    If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet the requirements set out by Matatu Aotearoa | Teaching Council of New Zealand.

    For information and the selection process for our UC teacher education programmes, please see the Guide to Applying.

    Selection process

    The BTchLn has one intake each February. Selection for entry is based on:

    • Involvement and interest in working with children, community involvement, and other personal qualities as outlined in the Guide to Applying
    • a police check, referees' reports, and an interview
    • a short literacy and numeracy test
    • communication skills.

    Those wanting to enrol in the Matauranga Maori endorsement will also need to hui with the Endorsement Coordinator to determine the right starting point for you based on your level of te reo Maori.

    How to apply

    Applications are open throughout the year and close 1 December for domestic students, or 31 October for international students, to begin studies in February.

    For more details on entry requirements and the teacher education application process, see the Guide to Applying.

  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    Bachelor of Maori Innovation

    Bachelor

    The Bachelor of Maori Innovation (BMINN) was created for the next generation of graduates who want to evolve our nation and future thinking through both Western and indigenous worldviews.

    Entry Requirements

    Note:
    The BMINN is open to enrolments in 2024.

    The BMINN is open to those with work in the iwi sector, which can include organisations owned by Maori, or a dedicated Kaupapa Maori team or unit within an organisation or government.

    Your employer will need to provide verification of your employment, and a partnership agreement with UC to make sure you have support for both your study commitments and workload.

    Admission to UC with University Entrance (or equivalent) is also required to enrol.

    For information on the enrolment process, please see how to apply for undergraduate qualifications.

    Recommended preparation

    First year courses in the BMINN are introductory and no previous knowledge is required.

    Strong communication skills and a passion for te ao Maori will be useful for your studies.

  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering

    Graduate Certificate

    The Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering caters for professional engineers seeking advanced technical training or students looking for a one-year advanced qualification.

    Entry Requirements

    You will normally need to have a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours or Bachelor of Science with Honours degree in relevant subjects, or in exceptional cases have qualified for the award of another appropriate qualification.

    If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.

    For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering or use the admission requirements checker.

    How to apply

    Contact Te Kaupeka Puhanga | Faculty of Engineering for the application form to enrol. Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.

  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    Professional Master of Engineering Geology

    Masters (Coursework)

    Note: The PMEG is currently not open to new enrolments. The Professional Master of Engineering Geology (PMEG) is the only programme of its kind in Australasia.

    Entry Requirements

    Note:
    The PMEG is currently not open to new enrolments.

    You will need to have either:

    • a Bachelor of Science majoring in Geology or Earth Sciences; or
    • a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours majoring in Civil, Environmental, or Natural Resources Engineering; or
    • recognition of prior learning/work experience as assessed by the Programme Director.

    In addition you will need 15 points of MATH 100-level courses and 15 points from STAT 100-level courses. This requirement may be waived by the Head of Department if you can demonstrate an existing level of ability in mathematics and/or statistics.

    If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.

    Relevance of undergraduate studies to Engineering Geology and the standard of achievement are the main criteria for approval. You may be required to pass a qualifying programme prior to commencing the PMEG.

    A relevant tertiary qualification plus work experience may be deemed appropriate to meet the prerequisite training. You may also be required to complete preparatory courses prior to entry in this case.

    Students entering with a Bachelor of Science in Geology or Earth Sciences will normally be required to have passed GEOL351 Advanced Field Techniques and GEOL352 Advanced Field Mapping, and 60 other points in GEOL 300-level courses (with a Grade Point Average of normally a B) that meets the approval of the Head of Department.

    This is a limited entry programme - see 'How to apply' below.

    For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Professional Master of Engineering Geology or use the admission requirements checker.

    How to apply

    Entry to this programme is limited to 30 students per year and by special application by 12 January. Contact Te Kura Aronukurangi | School of Earth and Environment for an application form.

    Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.

  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    Master of Financial Engineering

    Masters (Coursework)

    Financial engineering is a cross-disciplinary field combining financial and economic theory with the mathematical and computational tools needed to design and develop financial products, portfolios, markets, and regulations.

    Entry Requirements

    To enrol in the Master of Financial Engineering you should have:

    • a bachelor's degree with a B+ Grade Point Average in 300-level courses; and
    • completed specified 200-level MATH and STAT courses (or equivalent courses); and
    • been approved to enrol.

    If you have a minimal statistics and finance background, you may be required to take FIEC601 Quantitative Finance and Economics in January-February before enrolling.

    If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.

    For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Financial Engineering or use the admission requirements checker.

    How to apply

    You can apply online at myUC. Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.

  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    Diploma in Global Humanitarian Engineering

    Diploma

    This Diploma will allow you to apply your knowledge in engineering humanitarian service, broaden your skills, and widen your perceptions of engineering.

    Entry Requirements

    Enrolment in the Diploma in Global Humanitarian Engineering is open to everyone studying the Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in the 2nd-4th years, from any discipline.

    To enter, you must have successfully completed the first year of the Bachelor of Engineering with Honours degree, and your application will need to be approved.

    Please see the Regulations for the Diploma in Global Humanitarian Engineering for full details.

  • University of Otago

    University of Otago

    Master of Surveying (MSurv)

    Masters (Coursework)

    The Master of Surveying (MSurv) is a one- or two-year postgraduate programme that has, as its prerequisite for entry, an undergraduate degree in surveying.

    Entry Requirements

    1. Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
    2. Every applicant must either
      1. be a graduate, or
      2. have alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
    3. In considering an applicant's qualifications, regard will be had to the detail of the course of study followed to gain the qualification, as well as the applicant's performance in the programme.
  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    Bachelor of Science

    Bachelor

    A Bachelor of Science (BSc) is about understanding and improving the natural world through observation, experimentation, modelling, and calculation.

    Entry Requirements

    Admission to UC with University Entrance (or equivalent) is required to enrol.

    If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.

    For information on gaining admission to UC please see how to apply for undergraduate qualifications.

    Recommended preparation

    Some previous study is recommended for many Science subjects, in particular Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics. Some of these courses have entry requirements.

    Headstart preparatory courses are available, or you may consider taking a course from the Certificate of University Preparation.

    You may be able to fast-track your degree and gain direct entry to the second year if you have excellent Year 13 results or a New Zealand Certificate in Science with outstanding merit.

  • University of Otago

    University of Otago

    Doctor of Education (EdD)

    Doctorate (PhD)

    The Doctor of Education (EdD) is also available through Distance Learning.

    Entry Requirements

    1. Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities).
    2. Every applicant must have
      1. a Bachelor's degree in education or related fields, with First Class Honours or Second Class Honours (Division I) or equivalent; or
      2. a Bachelor's degree with a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (with distinction or credit) or a Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching (with distinction or credit), including an appropriate research component; or
      3. a Master's degree in education or a related field (with distinction or credit).
    3. Every applicant must have at least five years of experience as a professional in education or related fields and be a leader in their field.
    4. The applicant should present evidence of ability for advanced level academic study.
    5. Exceptionally qualified professionals, who meet the equivalent of the admission requirements under 1(b) above, may be admitted to the programme on the recommendation of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities).
    6. Initial admission to the degree programme shall normally be provisional; it shall be confirmed after attaining at least a B+ grade for the coursework (EDDC 911), and after the research proposal has been satisfactorily presented at the Confirmation Seminar.
    7. If admission to the degree programme is not confirmed, the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities) may approve provisional admission for a further period of up to one year or the candidate shall be required to withdraw from the programme.
  • University of Otago

    University of Otago

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

    Doctorate (PhD)

    The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is the highest degree offered by the University of Otago. It is awarded on the submission of a thesis which must meet rigorous standards. It requires highly developed academic ability, independence and perseverance.

  • University of Otago

    University of Otago

    Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (BMLSc)

    Bachelor

    The Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (BMLSc) degree was introduced in 1992, to meet the needs of the medical diagnostic laboratory profession for a science-based academic qualification.

    Entry Requirements

    1. The number of domestic students admitted to the second year of the Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science programme is limited to the number determined by the Council annually on the basis of available resources. Some additional places may be available to International students.
    2. Applications for admission by domestic students may be made by those eligible under the following categories:
      • Health Sciences First Year (see 1(l))
      • Two or More Years of University Study (see 1(m))
      • Graduate (see 1(o))
      • Alternative (see 1(r))
    3. Applications must be made by the due dates specified for each category as part of the Guidelines for Admission into the Health Sciences Professional Programmes published at www.otago.ac.nz/healthsciences. ("the Guidelines")
    4. Selection of eligible students for admission to the second year of the programme shall be made by the Medical Laboratory Science Admissions Committee ("the Committee") whose terms of reference shall be established by the Division of Health Sciences and approved by the Senate.
    5. Subject to these regulations and the Selection Criteria established by the Committee and approved by the Senate from time to time and published as part of the Guidelines, selection for admission shall be in the discretion of the Committee.
    6. Without limitation, the Selection Criteria may include:
      1. academic performance;
      2. demonstration of appropriate attributes for admission into the programme.
    7. The Division of Health Sciences' Te Kauae Paraoa policy promotes and facilitates equity for Maori students and students from other under-represented groups. In accordance with this policy, the Selection Criteria may provide for applicants in the following equity groups to be given preference for selection:
      • Maori
      • Resident Indigenous Pacific
      • Rural
      • Socioeconomic Equity
      • Refugee Background
    8. Recognition for inclusion in the Maori and Resident Indigenous Pacific equity groups shall be through demonstration of ancestry in accordance with the University's Ancestry Verification Procedures for Maori and Pacific Students and any other criteria the Senate may determine. Criteria for inclusion in the Rural, Socioeconomic Equity and Refugee Background equity groups shall be established by the Academic Board of the Division of Health Sciences and approved by the Senate. Criteria approved by the Senate shall be published as part of the Guidelines.

      9. Single Programme Preference

    9. In selecting domestic students from the categories in 1(b) above, to enter the second year of the Medical Laboratory Science programme, the Committee will first select from those applicants who have specified that they are seeking admission to the Medical Laboratory Science programme only and not also to one or more of the Dentistry, Pharmacy, Medicine or Physiotherapy programmes offered by the University of Otago.

      10. Thereafter if domestic places are still available in each of the applicable categories, the Committee will then select from the group of applicants who are seeking to enter Medical Laboratory Science and one or more of those other programmes.

    10. Candidates wishing to be considered under the Single Programme Preference provision must specify that they are applying only for the Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science by the close of applications for the programme.
    11. Candidates wishing to be considered under the Single Programme Preference provision may apply for any other programmes offered by the University of Otago excluding those named in 1 (i) above.

      12. Health Sciences First Year Category

    12. To be eligible to be selected for admission under the Health Sciences First Year category an applicant must:
      1. be enrolled in the Health Sciences First Year course at the University of Otago;
      2. pass all of the papers prescribed for the University of Otago Health Sciences First Year course.

      13. Two or More Years of University Study

    13. To be eligible to be selected for admission under the Two or More Years of University Study category an applicant must not be a finalist, but must have completed two or more years of full-time study at a university in New Zealand, comprising at least three papers at 200-level, and must not have failed more than two papers in any one year subsequent to a first year of study.
    14. Applicants offered a place under the Two or More Years of University Study category may be required to pass prescribed papers, to a standard determined by the Committee, before being admitted to second year classes.

      15. Graduate Category

    15. To be eligible for selection for admission under the Graduate category, an applicant must have completed as their first degree, within three years prior to the date of application, and in the minimum academic time, at least one of the following qualifications awarded by a university in New Zealand:
      1. a bachelor's degree; or
      2. undergraduate bachelor's honours degree; or
      3. bachelor's degree, followed without break in study by a postgraduate diploma or postgraduate honours year.
    16. The average grade for all papers in the qualifying programme must be at least a weighted grade point average of 4.
    17. Applicants offered a place under the Graduate category may be required to pass prescribed papers, to a standard determined by the Committee, before being admitted to second year classes.

      18. Alternative Category

    18. To be eligible to be considered for admission under the Alternative category, an applicant must not be eligible for any other admission category and:
      1. hold a degree from a New Zealand university; or
      2. have completed a degree at an overseas university at a standard of at least NZQF Level 7; or
      3. hold a master's or doctoral degree; or
      4. demonstrate health-related professional experience in a relevant field to a standard acceptable to the Committee.
    19. An applicant may be required to attend an interview.
    20. Applicants offered a place under the Alternative category may be required to pass prescribed papers, to a standard determined by the Committee, before being admitted to second year classes.

      21. International Admissions

    21. The Committee may offer a limited number of places in second year classes to international students who meet all the requirements determined by the Committee.

      22. Exceptional Circumstances

    22. Notwithstanding any of the above provisions, the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences) shall have discretion to approve a recommendation from the Committee concerning any applicant who, not having satisfied these regulations in a particular aspect, in the Committee's view warrants admission to the programme for exceptional reasons.

      23. Declining of Admission

    23. Any applicant who
      1. is, or who has been, the subject of criminal charges; or
      2. is, or who has been, subject to disciplinary proceedings of a tertiary institution or professional body; or
      3. (iii)has been found to have an issue (whether in connection with their mental or physical health, or their professional attributes or conduct, or otherwise) that compromises or is likely to compromise their fitness to practise; or
      4. is found to have failed to declare a matter covered by (w)(i)-(iii),

      may be declined admission to the programme by the Committee on the recommendation of the Health and Conduct Review Group. Any offer of admission made before responses to medical tests or requests for information regarding an applicant's health status or past conduct have been received is conditional on the information received confirming the applicant's suitability for admission.

  • University of Otago

    University of Otago

    Postgraduate Certificate in Rehabilitation (PGCertRehab)

    Graduate Certificate

    The Postgraduate Certificate in Rehabilitation (PGCertRehab) is a one-year, part-time postgraduate course. The PGCertRehab combines an interdisciplinary learning model with clinical and research expertise, making this course unique.

    Entry Requirements

    1. Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences).
    2. Every applicant shall be a graduate or possess an appropriate health professional qualification requiring at least three years' full-time tertiary study.
  • University of Otago

    University of Otago

    Postgraduate Certificate in Musculoskeletal Medicine (PGCertMSM)

    Graduate Certificate

    The Postgraduate Certificate in Musculoskeletal Medicine (PGCertMSM) is specifically aimed at medical practitioners in general primary care, and trainees in associated specialist disciplines. It comprises a selection of four papers from ten papers offered, and can be completed on a part-time basis.

    Entry Requirements

    1. Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences).
    2. Every applicant shall have been admitted to the degrees of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery of a university in New Zealand or hold an equivalent medical qualification approved by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences).
    3. Every applicant shall be registered for medical practice in the country in which the programme is taught.
  • University of Otago

    University of Otago

    Master of Pharmacy (MPharm)

    Masters (Coursework)

    The Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) degree is a research qualification whereby a student can undertake individual research in the pharmaceutical sciences, clinical pharmacy or pharmacy practice disciplines.

    Entry Requirements

    1. Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences).
    2. Every applicant shall hold the degree of Bachelor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Pharmacy with Honours, or have an equivalent qualification or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences).
  • University of Otago

    University of Otago

    Master of Ophthalmology (MOphth)

    Masters (Coursework)

    The degree of Master of Ophthalmology (MOphth) is designed for medical graduates who have completed the Postgraduate Diploma in Ophthalmic Basic Sciences (PGDipOphthBS) and wish to extend their understanding of the subject by completing a research project.

    Entry Requirements

    1. Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences).
    2. Every applicant shall
      1. have been awarded the Postgraduate Diploma in Ophthalmic Basic Sciences, or
      2. hold an equivalent qualification approved by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences), and
      3. have been admitted to the degrees of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery of a university in New Zealand or hold an equivalent medical qualification approved by the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences).
    3. Every applicant shall be registered for medical practice in the country in which the programme is taught or have an exemption from this requirement from the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences).
  • University of Otago

    University of Otago

    Bachelor of Pharmacy with Honours (BPharm(Hons))

    Bachelor (Honours)

    The Bachelor of Pharmacy with Honours (BPharm(Hons)) programme comprises the standard Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) programme with additional training in advanced research design, methodologies, techniques and analysis resulting in a research dissertation.

    Entry Requirements

    1. Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences).
    2. Applicants must be current candidates for the degree of Bachelor of Pharmacy undertaking the Third Year of the programme.
    3. Applicants must have a grade average of at least B+ after completion of the first semester of Third Year.
    4. Eligible applications will be ranked, based on their grade average and a written application. The top ranked applicants will be interviewed and, based on the interview, offered admission to the programme. The number of students admitted to the programme shall normally be five to ten in any one year.
  • University of Otago

    University of Otago

    Master of Applied Science (MAppSc)

    Masters (Coursework)

    The Master of Applied Science (MAppSc) is a 180-point, coursework postgraduate degree. A candidate would normally be a graduate but the degree is also open to those with other relevant qualifications.

    Entry Requirements

    1. Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
    2. Every applicant shall have fulfilled one of the following conditions:
      1. be a graduate and have achieved an average grade of at least B in the relevant 300-level papers;
      2. have obtained a Postgraduate Certificate or a Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science with an average grade of at least B;
      3. have equivalent alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
    3. In considering an applicant's qualifications, regard will be had to the detail of the course of study followed to gain the qualification, as well as the applicant's performance in the programme.