Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
Every applicant shall have fulfilled one of the following conditions
IELTS, Score of 6.5 in the academic module (with no individual band below 6.0)
Internet-based TOEFL, Score of 95 with a minimum writing score of 22 . The University of Otago TOEFL institution code is: 9483
(Please note we do not accept MyBest TOEFL scores)
Paper-based TOEFL, score of 587 (TWE 4.5) The University of Otago TOEFL institution code is: 9483
Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), Minimum of 176
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE), Minimum of 176
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic, Overall score of 64 with no communicative skills score below 57
LanguageCert, International ESOL: C1 Expert (LRWS) with a high pass overall and no less than a pass in each skill OR C2 Mastery (LRWS) with a pass overall and no less than a pass in each skill
University of Otago Language Centre ‘English for Otago’, English for Postgraduate Academic Purposes (EPAP), Grade C or higher
University of Auckland English Language Academy (ELA) pathway programmes, Successful completion of the English Pathway for Postgraduate Studies (EPPS) with a B Grade
University of Auckland Foundation Certificate in English for Academic Purposes (FCertEAP), Successful completion of the certificate with a B Grade
The Postgraduate Diploma in Science (PGDipSci) is a one-year programme which builds on an undergraduate science degree. The diploma encompasses both papers and a research topic, and can be taken full-time or part-time. It provides entry to the Master of Science (MSc) degree by thesis only..
Otago's Geology course explores Earth's evolving environment, natural hazards, and resources. It also considers impacts and solutions to pollution and waste disposal, to major civil engineering problems, and ot the effects of global change arising from our activities on the planet.
Integrate geoscience with many other subjects to gain a more holistic overview of the Earth. Geology is a great background for all science degrees.
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A degree in Geology opens many doors. During your time at Otago, you will learn data-handling, problem-solving, and teamwork skills that are applicable to a wide range of careers. As a Geology graduate, you may choose to:
Manage soil and groundwater resources
Assess natural hazards
Explore for energy and mineral resources
Pursue a teaching career
Conduct engineering site investigations
Research Earth processes and history
Conduct oceanographic and Antarctic research
Overseas Student Health Cover: 700 NZD per year
