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University of Otago: UCAT and Course Entry Information (2021 Update)
In this article, we give you the run-down on the University of Otago courses that require UCAT. (We recently updated our article to ensure that you're always receiving the right information!)
In this article, we’re going to give you an overview of the University of Otago and the medicine courses it offers which require UCAT for admission.
An Overview of The University of Otago
The University of Otago, Dunedin, was established in 1869 and New Zealand’s oldest university. Currently, over 21,000 students attend the university.
The University is a residential university where 85% of students come from outside Dunedin and the majority of the students live in a 1km radius of the campus. There are 15 residential colleges on campus and many private accommodation options nearby.
The University is close to the city centre, has a massive focus on cultural, social and sporting facilities.
There’s a large number of support networks available on campus as well.
Rankings
| Times Higher Ed Rank | QS rankings | Academic Ranking of World Universities |
| 201-250 | 184 | 301-400 |
University of Otago Medical Courses Offered that require UCAT
The University offers entry into Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery and Bachelor of Dental Surgery.
The following table outlines the courses offered, its specifics, and entry requirements such as UCAT score:
| Medical Courses | Course Code | Entry Requirements | Length of course | Campus taught |
| Bachelor of Medicine/ Bachelor of Surgery | Entry Requirements and category for admission: There are 3 different categories of admission. These are: The Health Sciences First Year category:
The Graduate category:
The Alternative category: Those who have professional health experience can apply through this category.
Each paper completed in applicant’s previous courses (whether it is a Health Science First Year, or Graduate) is given a score. Applicants are then ranked based on the accumulation of these scores. Applicants must also complete the UCAT to be considered eligible. Interview criteria and structure: Only applicants applying through the Alternative Category will need to attend an interview. These applicants are chosen based on academic achieves, CV, and the statement of interest. Degree facts:
| 6 years full-time Years 1: Health Sciences First Year Course Years 2-6: Medicine | Years 1-3: Dunedin In Years 4-6, students will be divided and allocated to: Dunedin, or | |
| Bachelor of Dental Surgery | Entry requirements and category for admission: There are 3 different categories of admission. These are: The Health Sciences First Year category:
The Graduate category:
The Alternative category:
Each paper completed in applicant’s previous courses (whether it is a Health Science First Year, or Graduate) is given a score. Applicants are then ranked based on the accumulation of these scores. Applicants must also complete the UCAT to be considered eligible. Interview: Approximately 300 applicants will be invited to an interview based on their UCAT results. Degree facts:
| 5 years full-time Years 1: Health Sciences First Year Course Years 2-5: Dental Surgery | Dunedin |
