Research
We carry out collaborative research in a wide range of disciplines to support our teaching practice and the communities we are part of - locally, nationally and globally.
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Research collaboration opportunities
We welcome approaches from industry, community organisations, universities and other institutions who are interested in working with us. Together we can make a bigger difference.
Meet our professoriate
Our Professoriate provides academic leadership in teaching, research, and service for professions, communities and iwi.
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Work with our staff
Our academic staff apply their research to help solve real-world challenges.
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Apply our research
We carry out research across a wide range of disciplines that is relevant and accessible for the communities we live in - locally, nationally and globally.
Rangahau Māori
Ka whakatakoto Te Rautaki Rakahau Māori i te pou tarāwaho mō kā rakahau Māori ki Te Kura Matatini ki Otago.
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Give learners experience
Internships and research projects add value to your organisation.
Research news
Architecture ākonga wins national challenge
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Congratulations to Architecture ākonga Mila Makasini, who was part of a three-person team that won the recent the ArchEngBuild Challenge.
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Otago Polytechnic has multiple finalists in Best Design Awards
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Twelve Otago Polytechnic projects have been named finalists for the Designers Institute of New Zealand Best Design Awards 2023.
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Call for Papers | Scope: Our Built Environment
15 Aug 2023
Scope (Art and Design) Special Issue: Our Built Environment
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Otago Polytechnic leads research on trans and non-binary-inclusive maternity care
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The findings of a two-year Otago Polytechnic | Te Pūkenga-led research project on trans and non-binary-inclusive maternity care will be released on Thursday 27 July.
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Our team are experienced professionals who support our researchers.