All new incoming international students must register for and attend a New International Student Enrolment and Orientation seminar before completing enrolment.
International students starting semester 1, 2024
The semester 1, 2024 orientation and enrolment seminars are due to take place 19-23 February 2024.
We recommend new international students arrive on campus by 19 February at the latest in order to complete enrolment, participate in orientation activities and adjust to their new surroundings ahead of the first day of class.
The semester 1 orientation and enrolment seminar session dates, times and registration link will be published on this webpage in the coming weeks.
International students starting semester 2, 2024
The semester 2, 2024 orientation and enrolment seminars are due to take place 8-12 July 2024.
We recommend new international students arrive on campus by 8 July at the latest in order to complete enrolment, participate in orientation activities and adjust to their new surroundings ahead of the first day of class.
The semester 2 orientation and enrolment seminar session dates, times and registration link will be published on this webpage in early 2024.
Research masters' or PhD students starting on campus
If you are an international PhD or research master's (thesis-based) student enrolling on campus for the first time (this includes students who have already begun their study remotely/online), you must report to the AskOtago Central Hub in Dunedin, or the AskOtago reception if you are studying at one of the other Otago campuses.
In Dunedin, the AskOtago Central Hub is located in the Information Services Building and the drop-in hours are Monday–Friday, 11:00am–3:00pm.
You will need to bring your passport and electronic visa with you to be verified. This step activates a series of important steps and services to support you with a smooth transition for your studies on campus, including an on-campus orientation session (mandatory to attend).
Please also register for an on-campus orientation/welcome session for PhD/masters' students by completing this survey:
Enrolment and orientation seminar registration survey – PhD/master's