Get a taste of university life with Hands-On at Otago
Experience a week of the Otago student life over the summer holidays
Hands-On at Otago is a week-long programme for senior secondary school students from across New Zealand, offering a first-hand introduction to university life.
Dates
Sunday 17 – Friday 22 January 2027
Applications
Applications for Hands-On at Otago 2027 will open on Monday 29 June 2026.
Applications will close on Thursday 6 August 2026.
Sponsor
Hands-On at Otago is proudly sponsored by Canon.
Guided by its corporate philosophy of Kyosei – living and working together for the common good – Canon is proud to partner with the University of Otago to support initiatives that create meaningful opportunities for young New Zealanders. Through this collaboration, Canon helps bridge the gap for students from rural and underrepresented communities, offering them access to experiences that can shape their academic and personal futures.