Doctor of Commerce (DCom)

at University of Otago

• A candidate for this degree would normally have graduated from the University of Otago and have held a degree for at least five years before applying.
• A degree shall be awarded for published original contributions of special excellence in the appropriate discipline.  An individual shall only ever be entitled to be awarded one Higher Doctorate from the University of Otago – applications for multiple Higher Doctorates are not permitted.
• Every candidate for a Higher Doctoral degree must have held a degree for at least five years before applying for admission to the degree.
• A candidate for the degree shall normally be a graduate of the University of Otago, or shall have completed a substantial proportion of the work to be presented while working in an academic or research unit of the University.

The cost of studying at University of Otago varies largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen. 

Most universities provide scholarships or financial aid to students in order to help them offset their tuition costs. Students should be aware that additional course fees and incidental expenses may not be included in tuition.The tuition fees for this program is To Be Confirmed.