The University of Otago has exchange agreements with over 100 institutions worldwide. Students pay standard tuition fees to the home university and receive credits towards their qualification.
Exchange students coming to the University of Otago are nominated by their home university. Otago students are nominated to the host institution after completing the Otago exchange application process.
- Exchange information for Otago students
- Information for exchange students coming to Otago
- Otago Global exchange partners
- Tūrangawaewae, Pōkai Whenua – Indigenous Exchange
- Erasmus+
Erasmus+
Erasmus+ is the European Union’s programme supporting education, training, youth, and sport. It provides mobility and cooperation opportunities across higher education, vocational training, schools (including early childhood education), adult education, youth, and sport sectors.
The University of Otago has Erasmus+ agreements with a number of European partner institutions, enabling the exchange of staff and students under the Erasmus+ framework.
Erasmus+ for staff
Funding for Otago staff
Funding varies depending on the destination and duration of the visit. A typical Erasmus+ grant includes:
- €1,735 travel grant
- €1,260 lump sum for two travel days and five working days (€180/day)
Grants are paid directly to recipients in euros, often in cash. Successful applicants must complete a request for event attendance and travel approval form, outlining the total cost of travel, the Erasmus+ funding awarded, any shortfall, and how it will be covered.
Application process for staff
- Staff submit the completed application form
- Applications are reviewed by the Otago Erasmus+ selection panel, based on:
- The applicant’s background
- The specific Erasmus+ opportunity
- The potential benefits to the University of Otago
Erasmus+ opportunities for staff
No opportunities are currently available for Otago staff.
Erasmus+ for students
Funding for students
Funding may vary depending on the destination. A typical Erasmus+ grant includes:
- €1,735 travel grant
- €850 per month
Additional funding, so called “top ups” may be available on a case-by-case basis.
Grants are paid directly to recipients upon arrival at the destination.
Note:
- Students will only receive Erasmus+ scholarship for one semester
- students are also eligible to the Otago Global Grants/Awards.
- Find out more about available grants and awards
Application process for students
- Students apply to the Otago Global Student Exchange Programme (same process as any other student).
- Where there are more applications than number of Erasmus+ funding, the relevant department will decide on the successful recipient(s) of this funding.
- Nomination is sent to the host institution, who will connect with the student directly on the next steps of the application process.
Erasmus+ opportunities for Otago students
Erasmus+ Scholarship – FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg (Geography)
Number of scholarships: 3
Available to: Otago Geography students
Institution: Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Germany
Exchange semester: Otago Semester 1, 2027 – FAU Summer Semester 2027 (March/April–July 2027)
Eligibility: Geography students selected to study at FAU Erlangen as part of the Otago Global Student Exchange Programme.
Scholarship amount
- €1,735 travel grant (paid upon arrival in Erlangen)
- €850 per month living allowance
Additional “top-up” funding may be available for students with fewer opportunities. This may include students who:
- have a disability or chronic illness
- are travelling with child/children
- are the first in their family to attend university (first-generation students)
- have previous work experience before starting university
- face financial or economic barriers
Eligible students may be required to provide supporting documentation to confirm eligibility for any additional top-up funding.
Contact
Erasmus+ applications are co-ordinated by the Otago Global Office. For further information or to express your interest in applying, please contact:
Email erasmus.mobility@otago.ac.nz
