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Student
Exchange Programme
Export yourself to a new country with the University of Otago’s student exchange programme!
The Business School places undergraduate and
postgraduate students with around 50 similar
schools in more than 30 countries throughout
Asia, America, and Europe. It’s a golden
opportunity to step out of your comfort zone,
experience new places, make new friends, and
have something exceptional on your CV to
impress employers.
You can spend one or two semesters at an
overseas partner university and credit your
work to your Otago degree – while only paying
Otago fees. If you plan on being away for two
semesters it is possible to spend time at two
different universities. While abroad you remain
eligible for your student loan or allowance. As
an exchange student you’ll also receive a travel
grant from the Exchange Office. The amount
varies but it is currently $1100.
Language is NOT a barrier. There are many
places in English-speaking countries but most
non-English speaking universities offer loads
of papers taught in English. Local language
skills are not required for your study, although
it’s always good to brush up on the basics
wherever you go. If you do have knowledge of a
second (or third) language, there are even more
options open to you. Taking papers in French,
Spanish, or German might be just the challenge
you need.
You also have a chance to take papers that
Otago doesn’t teach – such as Management
of Fashion and Design Companies at Luigi
Bocconi, Milan, Italy.
At the end of your travels you’ll need to report
back to Otago to help other students prepare
for their exchanges. Before you go, make sure
you check out previous student reports at
the University’s Exchange Office. They could
help you decide where to go – because if you
have completed at least one semester at the
University of Otago with a B average then you
have already met the minimum requirements
for the Exchange Programme.
Application process
There are two application rounds each year,
and students are required to complete an
application form and statement of purpose,
provide a character reference, and attend a short
interview. For the most up-to-date overview
of the application and selection process, or to
download the application forms visit http://
www.otago.ac.nz/study/student_exchange
Business School
scholarships
Additional financial assistance may be available
through the Business School. Each year the
School offers the Westpac Travelling Scholarship
specifically for students participating on
the exchange programme. The scholarship
is promoted throughout the year, with
applications being received twice yearly – 15
March and 22 July. If successful you could be
awarded up to $3,000. Each year many students
benefit from these scholarships helping to make
their exchange dreams a reality.
Business School
approved exchange
partners
Otago’s Business School is the only New
Zealand member of Partners in International
Management (PIM), a consortium of leading
international business schools representing
the highest degree of excellence in their
fields. Most of the exchange schools are also
PIM members, keen to develop international
cooperation. Visit our website for a list
of countries and schools you could go to.
www.otago.ac.nz/business
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