University of Canterbury

Established in 1873 as Canterbury College, the University of Canterbury was the second university established in Aotearoa New Zealand. UC was set up differently from many universities of the time: women were admitted right from the start.

 

Canterbury College was renamed Canterbury University College in 1933 before becoming the University of Canterbury (UC) in 1957.

 

For the first 100 years, the University was situated in the centre of Christchurch (now the Arts Centre), but moved to its current location in 1975. We are currently located in a spacious, purpose-built 76-hectare site in the suburb of Ilam — like a little city between the sea and the mountains.

 

The ‘new’ campus has a central complex of libraries, lecture theatres, laboratories, and student accommodation surrounded by playing fields, a river, and the renowned Ilam Gardens.

 

Why UC

The University of Canterbury cultivates curious students and delivers creative and innovative research for the benefit of both local and global communities. Our academic leaders explore their fields of expertise with integrity and vigor, encourage conversations and challenges, and share their discoveries to create better outcomes for everyone.

Scholarship

Scholarships, grants and awards are a great way of funding your university study.

 

UC offers over $20 million in scholarships and prizes annually to help fund our students' study.

  • Through our website you can search through the full list of scholarships and apply online.
  • The Scholarships Office is the first point of contact for queries relating to scholarships administered by UC. The team at the Scholarships Office can answer your questions and help you with the process.
  • Also visit our Faculty websites as they offer a range of scholarships specific to their field of expertise.

 

UC understands that a university education is a major investment for you and your family. A scholarship might just provide the helping hand you need to make university life a little easier.

UC offers a range of scholarships, many recognizing factors like academic excellence or sporting achievement. Others have an emphasis on social inclusion and equality and are awarded on the basis of financial need or other hardship.

Programs

Christchurch, New Zealand

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