University of Otago
Study in the wildlife capital of New Zealand
Quick facts
Location: Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand
City Size: Similar to Norwich
University Type: Campus
Climate: Dunedin is temperate; however the city is recognised as having a large number of microclimates and the weather conditions often vary between suburbs mostly due to the city's topographical layout
Cost of Living: SImilar to Norwich
Local Language: English
Did You Know: Dunedin is named for Dùn Èideann, the Gaelic word for Edinburgh! Originally settled by Scots, the city was inspired by Edinburgh and remains one of the best-preserved Victorian and Edwardian cities in the southern hemisphere.
What's Unique: Dunedin is surrounded by dramatic hills and beautiful coastline. It's home to some incredible marine fauna - including New Zealand fur seals, little blue penguins and kea!
Sustainability: Join a campus that embraces Māori values of sustainability and integrates them into university life, from their Just Reuse! scheme rejecting single-use cups, to their annual planting days when the university partners with Wellington City Council to plant more native trees, to passing on various items at the university's Recycling Wall at the Kelburn campus, to becoming an environmental champion by joining Green Impact. Victoria University of Wellington is a member of ACTS (Australasian Campuses Towards Sustainability)
Why choose Otago
The University of Otago was founded in 1869 and is New Zealand’s oldest university. Located in the city of Dunedin on the South Island, the city is considered as one of the four main cities for historic, cultural and geographic reasons. The size of the city allows it to feel much larger with a wide range of social, cultural and sporting activities. However, it is small enough to be friendly, uncrowded and safe.
The Recreation centre at the university offers good sports facilities on campus as well as trips and courses, from astronomy to surfing or paddle boarding. There are also a wide range of clubs, from archery to debating. The student association is prominent on campus and runs a student newspaper and radio station.
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