If you are a student or graduate of the University of Otago, you'll gain important skills and qualities through your classes and group projects.
The University and its student clubs offer many chances to explore and expand your interests and abilities and gain experiences that look great on your CV. Whether you're just trying out new interests or already involved in activities outside of class, joining our career workshops and talking to a career adviser can help you present the skills you've built and explain how they relate to your future career plans.
Assess your existing skills
While studying at Otago, you develop specialised academic knowledge and skills, as well as fundamental attributes that complement your unique skill set. It can be helpful to look at the Learning Outcomes associated with the papers you’ve taken and the University of Otago Graduate Profile.
University of Otago Graduate Profile
MyCareerSpace
Login to MyCareerSpace to discover online resources and personality assessment tools to help you better understand your motivations, preferences and values. Taking the CareerEDGE+ self-assessment will help you understand who you are right now, get clarity on who you want to become and build the knowledge you need to develop the skills and experience to reach your goals.
Opportunities for new experiences while you study
There are plenty of opportunities to take up a new activity, connect with others, and have new experiences.
Speak with a career adviser
Wherever you are with your decisions you can contact us for advice: