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The University of Otago is New Zealand's first university, established in Dunedin in 1869.

14/09/2026

Meet Ilham from Malaysia! 🇲🇾💙

Ilham is a proud international student who's currently in her second year of the Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Otago, working towards a career she's been passionate about for a long time 🩺✨

Beyond her studies, Ilham is a UniCrew Lead, volunteering to help fellow students settle into life at Otago. When she's not hitting the books, you'll find her cooking, sewing, or exploring hidden gems around Dunedin 🌿

Three things Otago has given Ilham:
🏙️ A real sense of what it means to build a home away from home
📚 A favourite study spot at Robertson Library (with a soft spot for Rob Roys ice cream!)
💪 The resilience to navigate challenges

Curious about student life at Otago or what it's really like studying Physiotherapy? Connect with Ilham on Unibuddy! 💬
🔗 bit.ly/Chat-with-Ilham

11/09/2026

There's something magical about Otago's campus when the blossoms come out. 🌸

Whether you're a current student taking a study break on the lawn or an alum remembering the transition into the warmer months, it really is the most beautiful time of year in Dunedin!

09/09/2026

The University of Otago, New Zealand's First University, is bringing Open Day 2026 to Indonesia.

We warmly invite students and families to these free events to meet our Otago experts in person. Join us to learn first-hand about Otago's programmes, student experience, scholarships and pathways to study in New Zealand.

🌍 Otago Open Day, Surabaya
Date: Saturday, 24 October 2026 | Time: 12:00PM – 5:00PM (WIB)
Location: Milieu Space, The Cactus
🎟️ Register: bit.ly/Otago-OpenDay-Surabaya

🌍 Otago Open Day, Jakarta
Date: Sunday, 25 October 2026 | Time: 12:00PM – 5:00PM (WIB)
Location: Le Meridien Jakarta
🎟️ Register: bit.ly/Otago-OpenDay-Jakarta

Register now. Join us in Indonesia and discover what’s possible at Otago.

07/09/2026

Meet Carol from Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam! 💙

Carol is currently doing her 2nd year of the Bachelor of Pharmacy at Otago, and she is loving every moment of her journey at the University of Otago 💊✨

Always dreaming of adventure beyond home, Carol started her Otago journey in 2024 with Foundation Studies, followed by Health Sciences First Year (HSFY) and now she has landed in Pharmacy school!

When she's not studying, you'll find Carol:
💪 Hitting the gym
🧶 Crocheting away
👩‍🎤 Lip-syncing to her favourite TikTok songs

Curious what life's really like as a Pharmacy student? Chat with Carol on Unibuddy! 💬
🔗 bit.ly/Chat-with-Carol

04/09/2026

Our Regional Market Managers are currently travelling across the globe to meet future University of Otago students 🌏

From Asia to Europe, the team is attending education fairs and events to connect with students, families and business partners, and share what studying at Otago is all about.

Want to meet Otago in your country? Head to our Meet Otago page to see where we’ll be visiting next!

🔗 Meet Otago in your country: www.otago.ac.nz/international/future-students/meet

02/09/2026

A day in the life of a Food Science student 🧪🥝
From learning about food innovation to… eating a cricket?! 🦗👀

Here’s a glimpse into a day of studying Food Science at the University of Otago. Exploring where science, creativity and food come together. 🍽️✨

🔗 Explore your study options in Food Science at Otago: www.otago.ac.nz/food-science

31/08/2026

Meet Shafaa from Jakarta, Indonesia 🇮🇩

“Passionate about entrepreneurship since high school, I finally took the leap and enrolled in the Master of Business in Entrepreneurship and Innovation programme at the University of Otago! 🎓✨

Coming from a fast-paced, big-city environment like Jakarta, living in Dunedin and studying at Otago has been such a captivating shift. I’ve learned to slow down, live mindfully, and truly appreciate the journey. 🌿🌿

Looking back, I couldn’t be more grateful for choosing Otago. Beyond the stunning views, it has given me:

🌍A global community of friends from every corner of the world
🚀Countless opportunities to level up my entrepreneurial skills
🤝Direct connections with inspiring founders and mentors”

Wanna know more about life at the University of Otago? Let’s connect with Shafaa via Unibuddy!

🔗 bit.ly/Chat-with-Shafaa

28/08/2026

The University of Otago Business School recently hosted an international lunch to welcome new international students joining us this semester.

A wonderful opportunity to connect, share cultures, make new friends, and start their Otago journey.💙✨

26/08/2026

Living in a University of Otago residential college means more than accommodation. 🏠

It means a team of staff dedicated to your wellbeing, success, and sense of belonging. 💙💛

Hear from our students about what that support means to them.

24/08/2026

Meet Donglai (Andrew) Wu from China.

He is a Bachelor of Dental Surgery student at the University of Otago. After completing high school IBDP course in China, Donglai moved to New Zealand and entered dental surgery through HSFY.

In his spare time, he enjoy:
Gym 💪
Cooking 🧑‍🍳
Novels 📚
Exploring Dunedin 🌿

Donglai excited to share his journey and student life at Otago!

Have a question about student life as a Dental Surgery Student? Connect with Donglai via UniBuddy 💬

🔗 bit.ly/Chat-with-Andrew

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Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
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Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

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