Leading with the world's best – ranked 11th globally
Ranked 11th in the 2025 QS World University Rankings. The School of Physical Education, Sport and Exercise Sciences (SPSES) is a global leader in sport-related teaching and research.
SPSES stands out as the only New Zealand university in the international top 30. The school is the top-ranked department across all divisions at any university in New Zealand.
Explore what makes Science at Otago so special
It's not just our people – the experts in their fields and passionate students – but also the places we teach and learn: Otago Harbour, Fiordland, Stewart Island, Antarctica and the Pacific that mean our students leave here with highly sought-after skills and experiences.