An unbeatable experience!
Arana College, University of Otago, seeks out and prides itself in having vibrant scholars as residents who actively contribute to the great and diverse community spirit. This is nurtured and supported by the village like setting allowing for micro-communities to develop and flourish.
Arana's high standard of support for residents and our thriving College spirit is the stuff of legends, New Zealand wide and around the world.
Why is Arana so popular?
For starters we offer a huge choice in accommodation, great food, high tech facilities, fantastic spirit, a global culture, top location and an awesome atmosphere.
Whether you are a first-year, senior or postgraduate student, there's a place for you at Arana in one of our apartments, villa, mansions or our college rooms.
A community of scholars
Residents' academic performance is of the highest standard. In semester one 2011 44% of papers were passed with an A- (80%) or above and 71% of papers were passed with a B (70%) or above.
2012 Arana students had another successful academic year, as the results below show.
48% of the papers sat by students are A- and above
63% of the papers sat by students are B+ and above
76% of the papers sat by students are B and above
With a powerful tutorial system, excellent teaching spaces and state-of-the-art computing facilities, Arana is all about supporting residents to be the best they can be. Arana is youth-focused and we promote healthy lifestyles.
Where ever you are from and whatever you want to study, Arana has 68 years of success in "making it happen" for residents. An unbeatable experience for all new students!
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