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University of Otago Courses

Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)

Doctorate (PhD)

Dunedin

The degree of Doctor of Business Administration is awarded on the basis of submission of a thesis and the completion of coursework consisting of six papers. The coursework is an integral and constitutive part of the thesis research of the degree.

Entry Requirements

Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Commerce).
Every applicant must either
1. be a graduate with a bachelor's honours degree and a postgraduate diploma, or a master's degree in a business discipline, or
2. in exceptional cases, have alternative equivalent qualifications acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Commerce).
Candidates will be selected on the basis of their previous academic record (normally with a grade average of at least B+), their graduate experience and academic achievements, their commitment to the field of business, evidence that they are committed to ongoing education, and reports from three referees.
Every applicant will normally have at least ten years of experience as a professional in business and demonstrate evidence of leadership in their field.
Every applicant must present evidence of ability for advanced level of academic study.
Initial admission to the programme shall be provisional; it shall be confirmed after successfully completing the coursework component, with no grade below B+ and after a research proposal has been satisfactorily presented at the Oral Confirmation Seminar as part of the residential component of BDBA 906 Research Methodology II.
If admission to the programme is not confirmed, the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Commerce) may approve provisional admission of up to one further year or the candidate shall be required to withdraw from the programme.

Master of Physiotherapy (MPhty)

Masters (Coursework)

Dunedin

The Master of Physiotherapy (MPhty endorsed) programme endorsed in one of the specialist areas (Neurorehabilitation, Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapy or Sports Physiotherapy) aims to advance the student's clinical reasoning and patient management skills beyond that of the entry level practitioner...

Entry Requirements

Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences).
Every applicant shall
1. have been admitted to the degree of Bachelor of Physiotherapy or hold an equivalent Physiotherapy qualification acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences);
2. be registered with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand and possess an Annual Practising Certificate where appropriate or be a registered (or equivalent) physiotherapist in their country of practice or residence; and
3. have post-qualification clinical experience in physiotherapy.

Postgraduate Diploma in Musculoskeletal Medicine (PGDipMSM)

Graduate Diploma

Dunedin

The Postgraduate Diploma in Musculoskeletal Medicine (PGDipMSM) is specifically aimed at medical practitioners in general primary care, trainees in associated specialist disciplines, and those wishing to commence training towards specialisation in Musculoskeletal Medicine.

Entry Requirements

Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences).
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).
Every applicant shall be registered for medical practice in the country in which the programme is taught.
Applicants who have completed the Postgraduate Certificate in Musculoskeletal Medicine can enrol within four years of completing the requirements for the certificate.

Bachelor of Radiation Therapy (BRT)

Bachelor

Dunedin

Radiation therapy uses radiation to treat disease. Most patients receiving radiation therapy are cancer patients. It's a highly skilled profession and, because cancer affects so many people, qualified radiation therapists are in demand. A degree in radiation therapy is a great choice.

Entry Requirements

The number of domestic students admitted to the Bachelor of Radiation Therapy programme is limited to the number determined by the Council annually on the basis of available resources.
Applications for admission by domestic students may be made by those eligible under the following categories:
- Secondary School (see 1(i))
- One Year of University Study (see 1(k))
- Two or More Years of University Study (see 1(n))
- Graduate (see 1(q))
- Alternative (see 1(t))
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")
Selection of eligible students for admission to the programme shall be made by the Radiation Therapy Admissions Committee ("the Committee") whose terms of reference shall be established by the Division of Health Sciences and approved by the Senate.
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.
Without limitation, the Selection Criteria may include:
1. academic performance;
2. demonstration of appropriate attributes for admission into the programme.
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
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.

Secondary School Category

To be eligible for selection for admission under the Secondary School category, an applicant must have attained the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 2 (or equivalent); and have completed or be completing Mathematics or Statistics or Calculus; and Physics or Biology, at NCEA Level 3 (or equivalents) with a minimum of 14 credits per subject. Applicants must have completed NCEA Level 3 (or equivalent) within the last five years.
An applicant may be required to attend an interview.

One Year of University Study

To be eligible to be selected for admission under the One Year of University Study category applicants must have completed within the last five years one year of relevant university study in New Zealand, with a minimum average of at least C+ (grade point average (GPA) of 3).
An applicant may be required to attend an interview.
Applicants offered a place under the One Year of University Study category may be required to pass prescribed papers, to a standard determined by the Committee, before being admitted to the programme.

Two or More Years of University Study

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 within the last five years, two or more years of relevant university study in New Zealand, comprising at least three papers at 200-level with a minimum average of C+ (grade point average (GPA) of 3).
An applicant may be required to attend an interview.
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.

Graduate Category

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.
The average grade for all papers in the qualifying programme must be at least a weighted grade point average of 4.
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.

Alternative Category

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, and no longer be eligible under the Graduate category; 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; or
5. have completed relevant study acceptable to the Radiation Therapy Admissions Committee.
An applicant may be required to attend an interview.
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.

Exceptional Circumstances

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.

Declining of Admission

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. 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 (x)(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.

Master of Finance (MFinc)

Masters (Coursework)

Dunedin

The Master of Finance (MFinc) will equip students to be either professional practitioners or academic researchers in the field of Finance. The Master of Finance can be completed in one year of full-time study which consists of a selection of papers plus either an applied or research project.

Entry Requirements

Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice Chancellor (Commerce).
Every applicant must either
1. be a graduate and normally have achieved an average grade of B in the papers satisfying the final year major subject requirements for that degree, or
2. have equivalent alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice Chancellor (Commerce).
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.

Postgraduate Diploma in Faith-based Leadership and Management (PGDipFBLM)

Graduate Diploma

Dunedin

The aim of the Postgraduate Diploma in Faith-Based Leadership and Management (PGDipFBLM) is to enhance leadership and management in faith-based organisations, through the incorporation of current scholarship in both Theology and Business Administration.

Entry Requirements

Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities).
Every applicant must either
1. be a graduate, or
2. have alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities).

Postgraduate Certificate in Rehabilitation (PGCertRehab)

Graduate Certificate

Dunedin

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

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

Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy (PGDipClinPharm)

Graduate Diploma

Dunedin

The Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy (PGDipClinPharm) provides advanced education in clinical pharmacy for registered pharmacists who are practising in various professional environments such as community pharmacy, hospital pharmacy and the pharmaceutical industry.

Entry Requirements

Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences).
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); and be registered for practice as a pharmacist in the country of residence.

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB ChB)

Bachelor

Dunedin

The Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB ChB) degree is commonly referred to as the 'medical degree'. School leavers enrol at Otago for the common Health Sciences First Year course and then apply for admission to second year medicine.

Entry Requirements

The number of domestic students admitted to the second year of the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery 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.
Applications for admission by domestic students may be made by those eligible under the following categories:
- Health Sciences First Year (see 1(j))
- Graduate (see 1(k))
- Alternative (see 1(n))
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")
Graduates who have already completed a qualification in medicine, and for whom pathways exist to obtain registration through the Medical Council of New Zealand, are not eligible to apply for admission to the programme under any category.
Selection of eligible students for admission to the second year of the programme shall be made by the Medical Admissions Committee ("the Committee") whose terms of reference shall be established by the Division of Health Sciences and approved by the Senate.
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.
Without limitation, the Selection Criteria may include:
1. academic performance;
2. demonstration of appropriate attributes for admission into the programme.
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
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.

Health Sciences First Year Category

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, with an average mark of at least 65% in the applicant's best seven papers.

Graduate Category

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.
The average grade for all papers in the qualifying programme must be at least a weighted grade point average of 5.
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.

Alternative Category

To be eligible to be considered for admission under the Alternative category, an applicant must be a domestic student and 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.
An applicant may be required to attend an interview.
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.
An applicant may apply only once under the Alternative category.

International Admissions

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.

Exceptional Circumstances

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.

Declining of Admission

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. 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 (t)(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.

Doctor of Dental Science (DDSc)

Doctorate (PhD)

Dunedin

Award of this degree recognises the results of substantial and original investigation of relevance to dentistry. The work submitted shall comprise publications which form a connected dissertation.

Entry Requirements

A degree shall be awarded for published original contributions of special excellence in the appropriate discipline. An individual shall only ever be entitled to be awarded one Higher Doctorate from the University of Otago - applications for multiple Higher Doctorates are not permitted.
Every candidate for a Higher Doctoral degree must have held a degree for at least five years before applying for admission to the degree.
A candidate for the degree shall normally be a graduate of the University of Otago, or shall have completed a substantial proportion of the work to be presented while working in an academic or research unit of the University.

Certificate of Proficiency - Undergraduate (COP)

Certificate

Dunedin

If you wish to take a paper which is not being credited towards a University of Otago qualification, you may enrol for that paper for Certificate of Proficiency ( COP ). The Certificate of Proficiency is also available at postgraduate level.

Bachelor of Surveying with Honours (BSurv(Hons))

Bachelor (Honours)

Dunedin

While the general characteristics of the Bachelor of Surveying with Honours (BSurv(Hons)) are the same as for the BSurv, the Honours student is required to take a full Honours dissertation in the final year of his/her degree programme.

Entry Requirements

Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
Admission to the Honours programme will be based upon an applicant's academic performance in the compulsory papers for the Second and Third years of the programme for the ordinary degree of Bachelor of Surveying.
An applicant who holds the degree of Bachelor of Surveying shall not be admitted to the Honours programme.