The University of Otago offers a range of Health Sciences undergraduate professional programmes (HSUPP). See each programme page for the different entry categories and guidelines:
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
- Bachelor of Dental Technology (BDentTech)
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB ChB)
- Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (BMLSc)
- Bachelor of Oral Health (BOH)
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm)
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPhty)
- Bachelor of Radiation Therapy (BRT)
Seek course advice if you wish to discuss which programme is right for you.
In 2025, applications for HSUPP will open on 1st July and close on 14th August for entry in the following year. While the opening date will be on 1st July every year, the closing date will change each year and will always be on a Thursday. The exception to this is for the "Alternative" entry category for Medicine, which is open for applications between 1 April and 1 May for entry in the following year.
If you need to amend an already-submitted application before the closing date, contact AskOtago.
Further information
Course advice for new and returning students
Guidelines for Admission to Health Sciences undergraduate professional programmes
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