dunedin, New Zealand University of Otago

Dunedin A Scottish settlement built upon a gold rush! Dunedin is small & compact (population 121,000) A student city - 20% of the population are students Central city within walking distance of the campus Eco-tourism centre Excellent outdoor recreation and field-study opportunities, exploring the scenic South Island http://sluinkiwiland.wordpress.com/

University of Otago 20,000 students 2,500 international students from more than 80 countries (2011) 4,000 postgraduate students 1600 academic and research staff ISB, University of Otago

Pre-requisites 3.25 GPA

Academics Large university of about 20,000 undergraduate students Take four papers (classes) while you’re there Can transfer two classes back towards your major Need at least one class pertaining to the people and culture of New Zealand Need to be independently keeping up with work and organized-your grade could be solely determined from your final

Miscellaneous information Direct Enrollment Study Abroad Program- You are responsible for everything Semesters are reversed (2018 academic year) Otago Semester 1 (Fall): February 19 to June 20 Break: March 30 – April 8 Final exams June 6-20 (no classes) Otago Semester 2 (Spring): July 2 to November 10 Break: August 25 – Sep 2 Final exams October 17 – Nov 10 (no classes) Must take four courses

Housing Live in flats with other international students and a kiwi host Typically 4-6 people Single room with a double bed Cook your own food (SLU stipend) Typically a 5-15 minute walk from campus

624 Castle street

communication with home Wifi in the flats and campus wide International sim card (give you a free sim card at orientation) International plan (expensive) Facebook, Whatsapp, FaceTime

Costs 1 USD is 1.38 NZD Flights are not cheap SLU gives you a stipend to use for food Travel expenses (gas, hostels, food, transportation)

Travel options Easy to travel throughout New Zealand Typically by car…you can rent a car easily

a good application Thoughtful and serious, with clear academic rationale Show that you did some homework about New Zealand, University of Otago, Academic plan Complete, well written, edited 3.25 GPA Requirement