University of Otago

Renowned for its rich history and commitment to delivering quality education, the university continues to uphold its esteemed reputation. While there have been slight fluctuations in its rankings across various international platforms, such as the US News & World Report and QS World University Rankings, the University of Otago remains steadfast in its dedication to providing exceptional learning experiences for students. Emphasising its strong partnership with our institution, the University of Otago continues to attract bright minds from around the globe, offering a diverse and vibrant academic community. Given below are the Otago University Rankings 2024: 

 

• QS - World University Ranking: #206 
• Times Higher Education (THE) Rankings: #301–350th 

 

US News & World Report Rankings: 

 

• #247 in Best Global Universities (tie)
• #21 in Best Global Universities in Australia/New Zealand
• #2 in Best Global Universities in New Zealand

 

Course Rankings

Otago is one of the top institutions in New Zealand and comes in at number two overall out of the country's 71 universities. Employers prefer Otago alumni since 95% of university grads immediately begin working or pursuing higher education. The university graduates are praised for their clarity of thought, intellectual and analytical abilities, and negotiation and interpersonal skills. Here are some of the university’s course-wise ranking highlights as of the academic year 2024 - 

 

University of Otago Subject Rankings by U.S. News and World Report: 

 

• #107 in Agricultural Sciences (tie)
• #197 in Arts and Humanities (tie)
• #282 in Biology and Biochemistry (tie)
• #724 in Chemistry (tie)
• #167 in Clinical Medicine (tie)
• #203 in Endocrinology and Metabolism (tie)
• #306 in Environment/Ecology
• #192 in Food Science and Technology
• #236 in Geosciences 
• #151 in Immunology
• #92 in Infectious Diseases
• #150 in Microbiology (tie)
• #338 in Molecular Biology and Genetics (tie)
• #286 in Neuroscience and Behavior
• #207 in Pharmacology and Toxicology
• #306 in Plant and Animal Science (tie)
• #53 in Psychiatry/Psychology (tie)
• #144 in Public, Environmental and Occupational Health (tie)
• #154 in Social Sciences and Public Health

 

University of Otago Subject Rankings by U.S. News & World Report: 

#201-250 in Arts and Humanities

#176-200 in Clinical, Pre-Clinical & Health

#251-300 in Life Sciences

#501-600 in Physical Sciences

#201-250 in Social Sciences

#501-600 in Computer Sciences

#176-200 in Law

#201-250 in Business and Economics