University of Otago, Christchurch

University of Otago, Christchurch (pronunciation: /ˈoʊtɑːɡoʊ/, /ˈkraɪstʃɜːrtʃ/) is a campus of the University of Otago located in Christchurch, New Zealand. It is one of the four schools of medicine in New Zealand and is affiliated with Christchurch Hospital.

Etymology

The name "Otago" is derived from the Māori word "Otakou", which refers to a settlement on the Otago Peninsula. "Christchurch" is named after the city of Christchurch in Dorset, England.

History

The University of Otago, Christchurch was established in 1972 as a clinical school of the University of Otago. It was initially located in the old Christchurch Hospital building but moved to its current location in 2010.

Courses

The University of Otago, Christchurch offers a range of courses in medicine, including Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB), Bachelor of Medical Science (BMedSc), and postgraduate courses in various medical specialties.

Research

The University of Otago, Christchurch is known for its research in various fields of medicine, including cardiology, neurology, and oncology. It has several research centres, including the Christchurch Heart Institute and the Christchurch Neurological Research Institute.

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