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University of Canterbury

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Overview

Established in 1873, the University of Canterbury is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of Christchurch (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Canterbury. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education of New Zealand, University of Canterbury (UC) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational New Zealand higher education institution. University of Canterbury (UC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 151-year-old New Zealand higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Canterbury's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Canterbury's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Canterbury' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Canterbury's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Acronym UC
Founded 1873
Motto Ergo tua rura manebunt
Therefore will your fields remain
Video Presentation

n.a.; please submit an official University of Canterbury general video presentation.

University Location

Address Private Bag 4800
Christchurch
8140 Canterbury
New Zealand
University of Canterbury's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Canterbury Phone Number +64 (3) 364 2459
University of Canterbury Fax Number +64 (3) 364 2171

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University of Canterbury's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Canterbury's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of Canterbury's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of Canterbury.

University of Canterbury: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
Not reported Not reported
International
students
Not reported Not reported

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic University of Canterbury's admission information.

University of Canterbury's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Canterbury's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of Canterbury a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Canterbury's acceptance rate range is not reported.


University of Canterbury's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

University of Canterbury has more than 3300 international students.

University of Canterbury's Admission Office Admission Office

UC International Office, Private Bag 4800
Christchurch 8140
(3) 364 2459


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of Canterbury.

University of Canterbury's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Canterbury has an enrollment range of 15,000-19,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


University of Canterbury's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 800-899 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Canterbury's Control Type Control Type

University of Canterbury is a public higher education institution.


University of Canterbury's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Canterbury is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Canterbury's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


University of Canterbury's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of Canterbury does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Canterbury's main facilities:


University of Canterbury's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of Canterbury's Library


University of Canterbury's Housing University Housing

Not reported


University of Canterbury's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Canterbury's main services:


University of Canterbury's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

University of Canterbury's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

University of Canterbury's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


University of Canterbury's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

University of Canterbury's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of Canterbury's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Canterbury is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education of New Zealand

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1873


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of University of Canterbury's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).



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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Canterbury's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form to submit a list of University of Canterbury's official first-level academic divisions. If you are an official representative you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).




Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some University of Canterbury's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

University of Canterbury's Facebook page University of Canterbury's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University of Canterbury's X (formerly Twitter) page University of Canterbury's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of Canterbury's YouTube channel University of Canterbury's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University of Canterbury's Instagram page University of Canterbury's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of Canterbury's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


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