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University of Otago Courses

Doctor of Literature (LittD)

Doctorate (PhD)

Dunedin

The degree of Doctor of Literature (LittD) is a higher doctorate and one of the University's most prestigious qualifications. It is awarded only to individuals who have achieved special excellence in their original contributions to linguistic, literary, social or historical knowledge.

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.

Master of Occupational Medicine (MOccMed)

Masters (Coursework)

Dunedin

The Otago Master of Occupational Medicine degree (MOccMed) is part of an internationally accredited programme that will enable part-time registered medical practitioners to develop competencies for professional occupational medicine practice at a registered or board certified specialist level in any...

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), and be a registered medical practitioner in his or her country of practice or residence.

Bachelor of Arts with Honours (BA(Hons))

Bachelor (Honours)

Dunedin

The Bachelor of Arts with Honours (BA(Hons)) degree is an academically demanding programme.

Entry Requirements

Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities).
Every applicant shall have fulfilled one of the following conditions:
1. have been admitted to the degree of Bachelor of Arts, majoring in the subject or subjects of study proposed with an average grade of at least B+ for the appropriate 300-level papers;
2. have been admitted with the status of one who is entitled to proceed to the degree;
3. have a qualification acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor and produce evidence acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of ability to proceed to the degree.

Master of Arts (Thesis) (MA(Thesis))

Masters (Coursework)

Dunedin

The Master of Arts (MA(Thesis)) prepares candidates for employment in education, regional and national government agencies, the private sector, and industry.

Entry Requirements

Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities).
Applicants seeking admission to a programme of study comprising of papers and a thesis (240 points combined) must either
1. be a graduate with an average grade of at least B+ for the appropriate 300-level papers, or
2. have alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities).
Applicants seeking admission to the programme of study comprising the 120-point thesis only on the basis of completing the degree of Bachelor of Arts with Honours or the Postgraduate Diploma in Arts Subjects or equivalent must:
1. have undertaken a programme of study that provides adequate preparation for the thesis, and
2. have achieved a grade of at least a B+ for the research report, thesis preparation, dissertation requirement, or relevant preparatory papers of the qualification concerned.
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. Applicants must normally have achieved an average grade of at least B+ in the papers at the highest level in the programme.

Postgraduate Diploma in Science (PGDipSci)

Graduate Diploma

Dunedin

The Postgraduate Diploma in Science (PGDipSci) is a one-year programme which builds on an undergraduate science degree. The diploma encompasses both papers and a research topic, and can be taken full-time or part-time. It provides entry to the Master of Science (MSc) degree by thesis only.

Entry Requirements

Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
Every applicant shall have fulfilled one of the following conditions
1. have been admitted to the degree of Bachelor of Science majoring in the subject or subjects of study proposed
2. have been admitted with the status of one who is entitled to proceed to the diploma
3. have a qualification acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor and produce evidence satisfactory to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of ability to proceed to the diploma.

Postgraduate Diploma in Surgical Anatomy (PGDipSurgAnat)

Graduate Diploma

Dunedin

The Postgraduate Diploma in Surgical Anatomy (PGDipSurgAnat) is a one-year programme providing instruction in clinically relevant anatomy to New Zealand registered medical practitioners or those with an equivalent overseas qualification.

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).

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)

Bachelor

Dunedin

Most graduates in Dentistry enter general practice on their own or in association with others. Some undertake postgraduate study and research training in preparation for an academic career.

Entry Requirements

The number of domestic students admitted to the second year of the Bachelor of Dental 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(i))
- Graduate (see 1(j))
- Alternative (see 1(m))
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 second year of the programme shall be made by the Dental 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 of at least 65% in the applicant's best seven papers, and with no mark less than 60 in the prescribed 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 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.
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.

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 practice; or
4. is found to have failed to declare a matter covered by (r)(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.

Bachelor of Science with Honours (BSc(Hons))

Bachelor (Honours)

Dunedin

A specific aim of the Bachelor of Science with Honours (BSc(Hons)) degree is to develop advanced theoretical and research skills and in so doing to provide a platform for an advanced professional or academic career.

Entry Requirements

Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
Every applicant shall have fulfilled one of the following conditions:
1. have been admitted to the degree of Bachelor of Science majoring in the subject or subjects of study proposed with an average grade of at least B+ for the appropriate 300-level papers;
2. have been admitted with the status of one who is entitled to proceed to the degree;
3. have a qualification acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor and produce evidence acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor of ability to proceed to the degree.

Postgraduate Diploma in Occupational Medicine (PGDipOccMed)

Graduate Diploma

Dunedin

The Postgraduate Diploma in Occupational Medicine (PGDipOccMed) is a two-year, part-time, distance-taught programme for international students.

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).

Master of Marketing (MMart)

Masters (Coursework)

Dunedin

The Master of Marketing (MMart) is a one-year or 18-month full-time degree that encompasses both coursework and research. The coursework component is spread over two semesters and is followed by the research component.

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 the 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 given 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 Theology (PGDipTheol)

Graduate Diploma

Dunedin

The Postgraduate Diploma in Theology (PGDipTheol) requires one year of full-time or its equivalent in part-time study and may be taken in Biblical Studies, Christian Thought and History or Pastoral Studies.

Entry Requirements

Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities).
Every applicant shall either
1. have been admitted to the degree of Bachelor of Theology with an endorsement in the subject or subjects of study proposed, or
2. have been admitted with the status of one who is entitled to proceed to the diploma.

Postgraduate Diploma in Aeromedical Retrieval and Transport (PGDipAeroRT)

Graduate Diploma

Dunedin

The Postgraduate Diploma in Aeromedical Retrieval and Transport (PGDipAeroRT) provides advanced training in retrieval medicine and aeromedical evacuation for medical practitioners who are involved as clinical advisers and practitioners in the speciality of aeromedical retrieval and transportation.

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).