The University offers various advanced programmes through its four divisions for students seeking higher education.

Credit from prior learning, including past study from both overseas and New Zealand institutions, can be applied to a University of Otago degree.

Programme admission is separate from University Entrance and is part of the application process, with specific requirements for specialised programmes.

A university entrance qualification is required for admission to the University for all programmes, along with being at least 16 years old by the start of classes.

Various awards and prizes are presented by individual departments and the OUSA on the basis of academic, sporting, and cultural achievements.

The University offers a range of entrance and undergraduate scholarships to assist students with tuition fees and living costs during their studies.

The University offers a range of scholarships to dedicated students across various disciplines and purposes.

The University offers a range of postgraduate scholarships to assist students with tuition fees and living costs during their study.

The University undertakes the assessment, billing, and collection of tuition and other student charges to cover educational costs.

StudyLink is the New Zealand government financial support programme, offering tertiary student loans, allowances and other financial options.

Course approval ensures your programme aligns with academic requirements, after which you complete the course enrolment declaration.

Paper selection, the second step in course enrolment, involves choosing specific course components for the academic year.

Academic programme adjustments, like changing majors or minors, may be necessary as students explore new interests or career paths.

The timetable displays class times and locations, accessible via eVision or the web timetable viewer.

The exchange programme enables students to study abroad, with numerous providers available in various countries.

The University of Otago welcomes students from other institutions who wish to visit and complete academic research.

The University provides academic records digitally or as hard copies upon graduation, including official transcripts via My eQuals.

Students can update personal details in eVision, such as contact information, ethnicity, preferred name, and gender.

The University administers and provides access to English language assessments.

Examination constitutes one form of assessment used by the University of Otago.

The Health Sciences First Year programme and entry to the Health Sciences undergraduate professional programmes require additional assessments.

Graduation ceremonies happen three times a year, allowing attendance in person or in absentia.