University of Otago

Founded in 1869, the University of Otago is New Zealand’s first university and is at the forefront of international student learning in New Zealand, ranked #1 in the country with the highest international quality rating (QS). Otago is recognised globally for the high standard of its graduates and research, the research-led environment and world-class academic staff facilitate high student satisfaction.
Otago is ranked 5th most beautiful campus in the world (THE student 2021), with outstanding facilities and an unparalleled natural backdrop, with endless adventure opportunities throughout New Zealand’s South Island – all travelable within a day. The University of Otago is ranked in the top 1% of universities in the world, ranked 217th by QS, and is New Zealand’s top university for educational performance (TEC Educational Performance Indicators).
Otago further offers fantastic online options, the Otago MBA is ranked #1 in New Zealand, while graduates are internationally employable – with 95% transitioning directly into work or further study. Otago holds an unmatched record in teaching excellence, and is the only New Zealand university in the top 25 in sport-related teaching and research, and the only in the country to achieve Fair Trade status.