Want to spend a semester abroad?

Get an overseas experience with Study Abroad.

Travel is a great opportunity to learn about the world, get some new experiences, encounter different cultures and meet interesting people.

With Study Abroad, you can spend one or two semesters in an international location while earning credit towards your Otago Polytechnic qualification.

Check out the Study Abroad page to get answers to frequently asked questions, like where you can go and which programmes are eligible.

If you would like to go on exchange in Semester 1 2026, please email studyabroad@op.ac.nz to express your interest.

The application deadline for Semester 1 2026 is Monday 1 September at 5pm.

If you study Design, Architecture or Visual Arts you will need to provide a portfolio as part of your application.

Curious about the experience?

Read this story about Tane, who spent four months studying towards his Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Finland.

Want to learn more? 

Please send an email to studyabroad@op.ac.nz. We're happy to answer any questions you might have.