Welcome
Kia ora koutou, and welcome to the University of Otago!
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Check out the 2019 Guide to the Library for information and services offered by the University Library.
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Contents
Key Dates 2019
It's important to be aware of the key dates for the University of Otago.
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Otago Campuses and Key Contacts
The University of Otago is a national university with a physical presence throughout New Zealand. Distance learning programmes can emanate from any of our centres.
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Communicating with the University
Remember to update your contact details to ensure you get the latest communications from the University.
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There are a wide range of services for students studying at a distance.
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Administration
Important information regarding changes of course, contact details, etc.
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Student ID card and number
Your ID card is your key to what Otago has to offer. It identifies you as a member of the University of Otago community, provides essential personal identification, and should be presented on request to University staff whose assigned responsibilities authorise them to seek proper identification.
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Assessment at Otago
There are a number of ways course work can be submitted for assessment.
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Examinations
The Student Administration Examinations team advises students regarding examination-related matters and administers Special Consideration, Variation, and Alternative Arrangement applications.
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Academic Progress Policy
Students attending the University of Otago are expected to perform at a satisfactory academic level.
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Graduation
Ordering Textbooks
Books prescribed for your course will usually be available from the University Book Shop (Otago) Ltd (UBS)
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Doctoral Candidates
Online learning environments
Online learning environments provide access to course materials, discussion forums, workshops, quizzes, blogs and wikis, and online assessment via the internet.
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Web conferences - Zoom!
The video link above shows you how easy it is to join a Zoom web conference for your classes!
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Audio conferences
Some distance papers offered by the University of Otago are delivered via the University’s national Audioconference network.
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Audio-visual Resources
Course material and other information may also be available in a range of multimedia formats (in addition to print).
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Residential / Block Workshops
Student Learning Development Support
The Higher Education Development Centre (HEDC) offers student learning development services to support distance students at all levels of study.
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The Library
Check out the Guide to Library Services for information and services offered by the University Library.
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