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UC PROVIDES EVERYTHING: connections, opportunities, community service, and brilliant learning. — Rishi, India Contents Why UC? Study at UC? Getting to UC 2 About UC 13 Arts 45 Am I eligible? 4 Why Aotearoa New Zealand? 17 Digital Screen 46 Entry requirements 6 Why Ōtautahi Christchurch? 18 Business 48 Pathways to UC 10 Why UC? 22 Education and Teaching. Youth 50 Postgraduate and Community Leadership 51 How much will it cost? 27 Engineering, Forestry, and 52 Visas and insurance Product Design 32 Health and Sport Rainbow Diversity Support 36 39 Law Science Live — Learn — Thrive 54 Support services 56 Where will I live? UC is proud to partner with Ngāi Tūāhuriri and 57 Next steps Ngāi Tahu to uphold the mana and aspirations of mana whenua. Information is correct at the time of print but is subject to change.
Nau mai, haere mai, UC is a special place to study and Welcome to Te Whare live; located in New Zealand’s second largest city, Christchurch, Wānanga o Waitaha we have a park-like campus with University of Canterbury the Ōtākāro Avon River meandering As you decide where to invest your through. You will also find affordable energy for your academic goals housing, a student government that and future career, I am pleased you looks after your interests, and the are considering the University of largest number of student clubs of Canterbury. UC is the second any New Zealand university. oldest university in Aotearoa Christchurch the gateway to the New Zealand and we celebrated South Island’s spectacular and our 150th anniversary in 2023. unique geography; you can surf, We are ranked in the top 2% of ski, walk, or bike, with beaches and We look forward to being part of universities and top 100 globally mountains only 90 minutes apart, your journey. in the THE and QS sustainability and explore food, culture, and more. rankings. UC is committed to Create lifelong friends and build ensuring the inclusion of Māori the next steps of your career (our Indigenous peoples) and their with us. Experience kotahitanga knowledge and worldviews. We also (togetherness), manaakitanga have more than 100 nationalities Cheryl de la Rey (caring for one another) and Tumu Whakarae | Vice-Chancellor represented through our whanaungatanga (relationship/ international student community, kinship) in a university where people thus creating a welcoming and really matter. diverse environment. canterbury.ac.nz 1
The Clock Tower, Canterbury College, c. 1877 Macmillan Brown Library image 4770 About University of Canterbury (UC) Established in 1873 as For the first 100 years, the University was situated in the centre of Christchurch (now Canterbury College, the the Arts Centre), but moved to its current University of Canterbury location in 1975. We are currently located was the second university in a spacious, purpose-built 76-hectare site in the suburb of Ilam — like a little city established in Aotearoa between the sea and the mountains. New Zealand. UC was set The ‘new’ campus has a central complex up differently from many of libraries, lecture theatres, laboratories, “University is an universities of the time: and student accommodation surrounded by playing fields, a river, and the renowned important stage of growth women were admitted Ilam Gardens. in your life – make the right from the start. It also has the most extensive network of most out of it!” research field stations of any university Canterbury College was renamed in Aotearoa, including Kaikōura, Cass, Canterbury University College in 1933 before Westport, Harihari (South Westland), Chanya becoming the University of Canterbury (UC) Thailand Aotearoa New Zealand’s premier Master of Business Information Systems in 1957. astronomical research facility at Mount Marketing Lead, Virtual Medical Coaching Ltd John in Tekapo, the sub-Antarctic Snares Islands, Antarctica, and Nigeria. 2 2024/2025 Whakatairanga Tāwāhi | International Prospectus
Legends of UC From scientists, former prime ministers, Dame Ngaio Marsh and Rita Angus, journalists, artists to entrepreneurs, many graduates of UC, are important artists. legends have graduated from UC. Dame Ngaio is known as a “Queen of Many of the buildings on campus are Crime” novelist and an actor; and Rita, a named after accomplished graduates pioneer of modern painting known for such as Ernest Rutherford, the first person showcasing her love of humanity in her art. to split an atom and Nobel Prize winner; Inspired by Dame Ngaio Marsh is UC alum Beatrice Tinsley, known as the ‘Queen of the Sam Neill. You would recognise him from Cosmos’ and has a mountain named after the original Jurassic Park movies and many her; one of the greatest philosophers of other big Hollywood projects. the 20th century Karl Popper; physicist and Anthony Wilding, former world no. 1 tennis electrical engineer Jack Erskine, after whom player and winner of 11 Grand Slam titles, Ernest Rutherford UC’s Erskine Fellowship is named after; Elsie was considered to be the world’s first tennis Locke, a writer and historian who fought superstar. He was killed in action during for women’s rights, nuclear disarmament, World War I. social justice, and the environment long Besides our legends, we have other notable Beatrice Tinsley before these causes became popular. alumni from the 21st century, including Other well-known graduates include recent graduates. leader and politician Sir Āpirana Ngata canterbury.ac.nz/alumni/our-alumni (Ngāti Porou), a contemporary of Ernest Rutherford, who became the first Māori graduate from a New Zealand university. Portraits of the two legends are on New Zealand’s $100 and $50 notes respectively. canterbury.ac.nz 3
Source: ChristchurchNZ Why Aotearoa New Zealand? As an international student, you will experience all NEW ZEALAND IS… that Aotearoa New Zealand has to offer, from breathtaking landscapes to dynamic cities, and South Island is ranked unlimited outdoor adventure. 1st best place in the world to visit* 2nd most peaceful country** 11th in the world for natural environment^ Source: ChristchurchNZ 18th in the world for education^ * US News & World Report, 2022. ** Global Peace Index, 2022. ^ Legatum Prosperity Index, 2021. 4 2024/2025 Whakatairanga Tāwāhi | International Prospectus
Marlborough Auckland Mt Hutt ski field Kaikōura Franz Josef Glacier Hanmer Springs Queenstown Milford Sound Wellington Ōtautahi Christchurch City Centre Parks and recreation Akaroa Shopping Sumner Beach Activity on campus Akaroa image from Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism. Christchurch photos courtesy www.christchurchnz.com canterbury.ac.nz 5
Source: ChristchurchNZ 489,000 Population of Christchurch Source: ChristchurchNZ CHRISTCHURCH IS… Why Ōtautahi Christchurch? 2nd largest city in New Zealand Ōtautahi Christchurch is • to innovation and recreation Aotearoa New Zealand’s 11% cheaper than • to serendipity and wonder Wellington to live* most affordable major • to the future the world wants, needs, craves. city. It is in the iwi region To wellbeing. To harmony. To a balanced life. of Ngāi Tahu, is the largest city in the South Island, What sets Ōtautahi and the second largest in Christchurch apart? 15% cheaper than Auckland to live* the country. You are in a city teeming with entrepreneurial spirit — for future‑focused, Ōtautahi Christchurch has transformed sustainable businesses and people who itself into one of the world’s most modern want to do things differently. largest inner and sustainable cities, through its strong partnership with Ngāi Tūāhuriri as mana You will find: • New infrastructure #1 city park in the southern hemisphere whenua. Mana whenua refers to the mana (authority) held by the local hapū or iwi • Low traffic congestion (tribe) over the land or particular area. • Favourable rent-income ratio The landscape now includes many cultural • Affordable housing narratives of the region in its city streets, • A collaborative, innovative community spaces, and buildings. • A strong education sector Christchurch is a city that makes time and space for play, because play, all kinds • Social enterprise of play, takes us to the path leading • Meaningful work and balanced lifestyle. * christchurchnz.com everywhere we want to go: 6 2024/2025 Whakatairanga Tāwāhi | International Prospectus
Digital City Future Growth Industries Ōtautahi Christchurch leads the way in innovation, research, and technology, and Sectors with global growth opportunity is home to the country’s 2nd largest tech Sectors where Canterbury has a competitive sector. Our graduates are highly sought advantage, opportunity of scale, and value after and we have an increasing skill chain collaboration. shortage in this sector. • Aerospace and Future Transport The Canterbury economy is growing at a • High Tech Services higher rate than the national average. We have a current and long-term skills shortage • Health Tech and Resilient Communities of over 50,000 workers by 2030. • Food, Fibre, and Agritech. “New Zealand offers a great learning environment with a beautiful surrounding that can help keep minds relaxed.” Syaida Malaysia Master of Applied Data Science Tourism Economic Analyst, ChristchurchNZ canterbury.ac.nz 7
UNIQUE LOCATION UC is a well situated campus — while still remaining distinct from the rest of Christchurch — so it is easy to get around, whether you Source: ChristchurchNZ walk, bike, ride the bus, or drive. Life in Christchurch In Christchurch, there’s always a way for students to be part of something exciting — home to multinationals and future growth industries: aerospace and future transport, health tech and resilient communities, food and agritech, and IT. 9 8 10 1 8 2024/2025 Whakatairanga Tāwāhi | International Prospectus
1. UC campus 5. Westfield shopping mall 8. Beach 5-minute drive from UC 20-minute drive from UC 2. University of Canterbury Student Association (UCSA) 6. Central business district 9. Airport (CBD) 10-minute drive from UC 3. UC accommodation 10-minute drive from UC 10. UC sports field 4. Asian supermarket 7. Port Hills and restaurants 20-minute drive from UC 15-minute walk from UC 7 5 6 4 3 2 canterbury.ac.nz 9
Why UC? A world-recognised university UC has 6 faculties and MORE The University of 1 business school Canterbury cultivates • Arts | Toi Tangata curious students and delivers creative and • • Education | Ako Engineering | Pūhanga 60+ Partner Universities innovative research for • Law | Ture the benefit of both local and global communities. • Health | Oranga 3000+ Our academic leaders explore their fields • Science | Pūtaiao Employer of expertise with integrity and vigour, • UC Business School | Te Kura Umanga Connections encourage conversations and challenges, and share their discoveries to create better outcomes for everyone. Triple crown accredited Business School: in New 2nd Zealand for Employability 35+ Research Centres International Partnerships course with your fellow UC classmates, our qualification in their home country and international connections mean there’s then complete it at UC through articulation UC works closely with universities around something for everyone. agreements and dual degree programmes. the world to provide global opportunities to our students. Whether it is a semester We also provide opportunities for We have partnerships with more than 100 abroad at one of our exchange partners, international students from partner institutions around the globe. or taking part in an international short institutions to study part of their canterbury.ac.nz/engage/partnerships Lund University University of Cambridge University of Copenhagen University of British Columbia University of Nottingham University of Oxford University College London University of Washington University of California, Berkeley Peking University Yonsei University Purdue University Tsinghua University University of North Carolina Waseda University at Chapel Hill University of Hong Kong Mahidol University National University of Singapore Stellenbosch University University of Adelaide 10 2024/2025 Whakatairanga Tāwāhi | International Prospectus
35 RESEARCH CENTRES Modern facilities Cutting-edge research There are a range of facilities to support UC has a raft of cutting-edge research your study at UC: facilities, including: • over 1.9 million research items in UC’s • Biomolecular Interaction Centre three libraries • Gateway Antarctica: Centre for Antarctic • computer suites that are open 24–7 Studies and Research • modern lecture theatres and innovative • Human Interface Technology Laboratory learning hubs (HITLabNZ) • online portal and interactive resources • MacDiarmid Institute for Advanced • well-equipped laboratories, including the Materials and Nanotechnology Canterbury Engineering the Future (CETF) • New Zealand Institute of Language, precinct and the Rutherford Regional Brain and Behaviour Science and Innovation Centre (RRSIC). • NZi3 • Social Science Research Centre Hands-on experience • Waterways Centre for “I chose to study at UC Many of our courses offer workplace Freshwater Management. because I want to find a internships, community engagement, and access to world-class field stations The University operates field stations in place to figure out what’s like Cass field station and the Mount Cass, Westport, Harihari, the sub-Antarctic Snares Islands, and for me in the future. I John observatory. Antarctica; and Aotearoa New Zealand’s wanted to be studying at a World-class academics premier astronomical research facility at place that allows a good degree of freedom but Mount John, famous for its clear UC’s academic staff are well known in their southern skies. fields and often write the textbooks you These facilities mean that UC offers provides all the necessary will study. We also bring in academics from research opportunities in the field that no support I need.” universities around the world, including other New Zealand university can match. Oxford and Cambridge, via our staff exchange programme. Vincent Indonesia Bachelor of Science in Computer Science canterbury.ac.nz 11
What can I study at UC?
MORE Arts At UC, you will find an 40 Arts subjects offered academically vibrant PACE Internship and culturally diverse The PACE Internship programme offers unique Work integrated environment. With many critical research centres and over Learning (WIL) and practical learning with local organisations and workplaces. 100 Top 100 in the world for Linguistics* 40 subjects spanning the humanities, social science, languages, and creative arts, UC Arts is the place to broaden your perspective and gain an outstanding education. Top 200 in 200 Political Science and International Relations* “UC and NZ is a good place to learn about media for many reasons. Importantly, Top 250 in people are very kind, not just inside of the campus 250 Communication and Media Studies* but also outside.” * QS World University Rankings by subject 2023. Shotaro Japan Bachelor of Arts in Media and Communication, and Chinese TV Tokyo Broadcaster canterbury.ac.nz 13
Undergraduate Bachelor of Arts – Major/minor pathway example degree structure Bachelor of Arts offers two pathways: Year 1 ARTS102 or ARTS102 or MAOR165 or MAOR165 or 100 100 100 100 100 100 Level Level Level Level Level Level Bachelor of Arts (major and minor) WRIT101 WRIT101 Year 2 Subjects 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 100 Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Anthropology Art History and Theory Year 3 300 300 300 300 300 300 200 200 Chinese Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Cinema Studies Compulsory Major Minor Other Arts Courses from Arts courses courses courses courses or other degrees Classics Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more. This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to Cultural Studies www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations Digital Humanities Bachelor of Arts – Specialisation pathway example degree structure Economics Year 1 ARTS102 or ARTS102 or 100 100 100 100 100 100 Education MAOR165 or MAOR165 or Level Level Level Level Level Level WRIT101 WRIT101 English Year 2 English Language 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 100 Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Level European and European Union Studies Year 3 French 300 300 300 300 300 300 200 200 Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Geography Compulsory Specialisation Courses from Arts German courses courses or other degrees Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more. History This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations Human Services Bachelor of Arts (specialisation) Japanese Specialisations Linguistics Creative Industries and Contemporary Practice Language, Brain and Behaviour Māori and Indigenous Studies Cultural Heritage Philosophy, Politics and Economics Mathematics Global Societies and Cultures Society, Diversity and Change Media and Communication International Affairs Music Philosophy Find out more at canterbury.ac.nz/arts/qualifications-and-courses/ba-specialisations Political Science and International Relations Professional and Community Engagement 2024 2024 Toi me te Ahumahi Psychology Hapori Auaha Russian Arts and the Creative Community Industries Sociology Spanish Statistics Te Reo Māori Bachelor of: Arts Communication Bachelor of: Social and Environmental Sustainability Digital Screen with Honours Social Work with Honours Fine Arts Youth and Community Leadership Music 14 2024/2025 Whakatairanga Tāwāhi | International Prospectus
Bachelor of Social and Bachelor of Social and Environmental Sustainability– example degree structure Environmental Sustainability Year 1 SENS ENVR MAOR WRIT ARTS102 100 100 100 The only undergraduate degree in or 101 101 108 101 STAT101 Level Level Level New Zealand that focuses on all areas of sustainability from social to economic Year 2 to environmental. Majors include: SENS 200 200 200 200 200 200 100 201 Level Level Level Level Level Level Level • Environmental Policy, Governance and Social Justice Year 3 • Sustainable Business, Enterprise SENS PACE 300 300 300 300 200 and Economics 301 295 or 395 Level Level Level Level Level • Social Action, Community Compulsory Major Courses from Arts courses courses or other degrees and Global Development Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more. • Indigenous Knowledge This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to and Sustainable Partnerships. www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations Undergraduate programmes Qualification Intakes Duration Points Cost per year (120 points) Bachelor of Arts (Major/minors) Feb or July 3 years 360 $32,313 Bachelor of Arts (Specialisations) Bachelor of Communication Feb or July 3 years 360 $32,200 Bachelor of Digital Screen with Honours Feb 4 years 360 $38,900 Bachelor of Fine Arts Feb 4 years 480 $35,875 Bachelor of Music Feb or July 3 years 360 $36,588 Bachelor of Social and Environmental Sustainability Feb or July 3 years 360 $33,975 Bachelor of Social Work with Honours Feb 4 years 480 $32,313 Graduate and Postgraduate programmes Qualification Description Intake Duration Points Tuition fees Bachelor of Arts More than 25 subjects are available to study and you can Feb or 1 year 120 $32,313 with Honours complete your own research as well as taught electives. (C+R) July Graduate Diploma If you hold a bachelor’s degree in a subject other than the Arts, Feb or 1 year 120 $31,600 in Arts the Graduate Diploma provides a pathway into postgraduate July qualifications in Arts. (C) Postgraduate Diploma This Diploma is ideal for graduates wishing to undertake advanced Feb or 1 year 120 $30,900 in Arts study in humanities or social sciences. It offers pathways to other July postgraduate study opportunities. (C) Postgraduate Diploma This Diploma teaches you advanced language, cultural, and Feb 12-18 180 $30,900 in Translation and communication skills to work as professional interpreters and months Interpreting translators. (C) Master of Arts This degree is completed by coursework and dissertation. Feb 18 180 $53,100 Prerequisites vary between programmes, but normally good grades months in 300-level courses in the subject concerned are required. (C+R) canterbury.ac.nz 15
Qualification Description Intake Duration Points Tuition fees Master of Arts (Thesis) This degree consists of a thesis in a chosen subject. Prerequisites Start 1–2 years 120 $35,400 vary between programmes, but normally good grades in an of any Honours degree in the subject concerned are required. (R) month Master of Fine Arts This degree comprises a submission of work in one of Film, Feb 1 year 120 $40,600 Graphic Design, Painting, Photography, or Sculpture. A Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with Honours is required for entry. (R) Master of Applied Learn the advanced language, cultural, and communication skills Feb 12–18 180 $46,350 Translation and you need to work as professional interpreters and translators. (C) months Interpreting Master of European This degree is unique in Australasia. It looks at the European Feb or 12–18 180 $46,350 Union Studies Union in the global context, with special focus on the Asia-Pacific July months region and EU–NZ relations. (C+R) Master of International The MIRAD is perfect for students interested in careers in foreign Feb 12–18 180 $46,350 Relations and Diplomacy affairs or inter-state coordination. (C+R) months Master of Linguistics Offers specialist courses in linguistic analysis as well as a significant Feb 1 year 180 $46,350 research component. Graduates will gain a special awareness and appreciation of the linguistic situation in Aotearoa and the Pacific. (C+R) Master of Music Follows the MusB(Hons) and may be taken in Composition or Start 1 year 120 $40,600 Performance to an advanced technical level. (R) of any month Master of Policy A professional capstone qualification in policy analysis and Feb 12–18 180 $46,350 and Governance strategic decision making, this degree will provide training for months those wishing to progress in local, regional, national, and third sector/not-for-profit roles. (C+R) Master of Social Work Students with an approved social science degree can Feb 2 years 240 $30,900 (Applied) complete a recognised professional qualification over two per 120 years. The programmes can be completed on a part-time basis, points which offers some flexibility to those with family or employment commitments. (C+R) Master of Strategic This degree will allow you to develop an understanding of Feb 12–18 180 $46,350 Communication communication in complex media environments. Learn media months writing, analytics, and workplace research methods. (C+R) Master of Writing The MWRIT offers a thorough grounding in the skills common Feb or 12–18 180 $46,350 to all genres of writing — creative, professional, technical, and July months academic — while also allowing you to deepen your knowledge and ability in one or more genre. (C+R) Doctor of Musical Arts The Doctor of Musical Arts is aimed at those wishing to undertake Start 3 years 360 $40,600 advanced research in music composition or performance. (R) of any per 120 month points Doctor of Philosophy The PhD comprises advanced research presented in a thesis. (R) Start 3–4 years 360 $7,623– of any 8.340 month per 120 points Please visit canterbury.ac.nz for the full list of qualifications offered and the indicative international tuition fees at canterbury.ac.nz/international/whyuc/how-much-does-it-cost (C) = coursework qualification; (R) = research qualification; (C+R) = coursework plus research qualification. Please note: All qualification fees are subject to change. See the latest fees at canterbury.ac.nz/get-started/fees 16 2024/2025 Whakatairanga Tāwāhi | International Prospectus
Bachelor of Digital Screen with Honours Be part of the exciting Bachelor of Digital Screen with Honours – example degree structure transformation in the Year 1 digital screen industry! DISC DISC PROD PROD PROD MUSA 100 100 101 102 110 121 142 125 Level Level The digital screen sector is rapidly growing, Year 2 in areas such as virtual production, 3D DISC 200 200 200 200 200 200 100 201 Level Level Level Level Level Level Level storytelling, virtual and augmented reality, and more. UC’s Bachelor of Digital Screen Year 3 with Honours is an applied, four-year DISC DISC 300 300 300 200 or 300 200 or 300 degree with a key focus on storytelling, 301 380 Level Level Level Level Level whether it is with words, still or moving Year 3 images, animated graphics, or sound. DISC DISC DISC During your degree, you will work on 401 402 403 collaborative projects with other students Compulsory Major Courses from Arts to build a portfolio of work to give you a courses courses or other degrees headstart in your career. Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more. You will have access to high-tech facilities This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations and industry standard tools. Including Majors Career pathways editing suites, motion capture studio, and digital filmmaking technology. As a succesful graduate of the Bachelor of Animation Digital Screen with Honours, you will finish The Bachelor of Digital Screen with Honours Cinematic Arts your study with a portfolio of work to show will equip you with the core foundations future employers. Career options include: required to join the film and game industry! Game Arts • Game Engine Programmer canterbury.ac.nz/study/qualifications-and- Game Development • Automation Engineer courses/bachelors-degrees/bachelor-of- digital-screen-with-honours Screen Sound • Film Producer Screenwriting • Character Animator • Screenwriter Indigenous Narrative (minor only) • Sound Engineer. canterbury.ac.nz 17
UCE UC Centre of Entrepreneurship (UCE) provides a dedicated, student-focused space where ideas and innovation can flourish. MORE Business of business schools UC Business School Practical learning 1% that holds the ‘Triple Crown’ accreditation offers you the opportunity You will be able to participate in business to gain internationally challenges with real-life cases for local organisations, or create a startup recognised qualifications with courses underpinned with the support of the UC Centre for Entrepreneurship. Project-based courses 250 Top 250 in the world for Management* and internships will let you connect with by research in a vibrant businesses and other organisations. learning environment. Competitions and inter-university business challenges develop your entrepreneurial, Top 250 in the Global experiences project management, and teamwork skills. 250 world for Business and Economics** UC Business School offers many Support opportunities for international experiences, * QS subject rankings, 2023. UC Business School supports international ** Times Higher Education (THE), 2023. like spending a semester abroad at one of students by offering personalised support, our partner universities through the UC and tailored programmes designed to help Global Exchange programme, participating students build connections and succeed in an overseas study tour or short course, or academically and professionally. joining a virtual or on-campus experience. canterbury.ac.nz /business/global-opportunities 18 2024/2025 Whakatairanga Tāwāhi | International Prospectus
Undergraduate Bachelor of Commerce – example degree structure Year 1 Bachelor of Commerce ACCT ECON INFO MGMT STAT 100 100 100 102 104 123 100 101 Level Level Level Customise your degree by combining majors and minors in commerce and non-commerce Year 2 subjects to suit your goals and interests. BSNS 200 200 200 200 100 200 200 201 Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Majors Year 3 Accounting BSNS 300 300 300 300 200 300 300 200 299 Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Economics Zero-points, Compulsory Other Commerce Courses from Commerce Finance zero-fees courses courses courses or other degrees Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more. Human Resource Management This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations Information Systems International Business Summer Micro-Internships Get social with UC Business The Summer Micro-Internship programme Follow the official UC Business School Management is designed to provide real-world experience social media channels for all the latest Marketing to UC Business School students, while from students and staff, and join the at the same time enabling Canterbury conversation using #ucbusiness. Operations and Supply Chain Management businesses interested in overseas Engage with other students Strategy and Entrepreneurship expansion to benefit from their unique and find out more about knowledge and expertise. student life at UC. Follow Taxation and Accounting canterbury.ac.nz/business/international- ucnz.life on Instagram for Tourism Marketing and Management students/summer-micro-internships student stories. Possible Minors Business Analytics Trading Room Business and Sustainability UC Business School’s Trading Room gives you a real-world trading environment with a live market and stock data feed, and simulation tools for trading. Economics Entrepreneurship “UC was the choice of my Taxation studies in light of the Minors from other degrees Triple-Crown accreditation of its 2024 Business school. This Umanga means that my degree is Business recognised by the international community.” Nathaniel Singapore Bachelor of Commerce in Management Advisor, ADV Risk Consulting, KPMG Bachelor of Commerce Undergraduate programme Qualification Intakes Duration Total Points Tuition fees per year (120 points) Bachelor of Commerce Feb or July 3 years 360 $35,100 canterbury.ac.nz 19
Postgraduate programmes Conversion programmes Executive programmes As a postgraduate student at UC Business • Postgraduate Diploma in Business • Master of Business Administration School, you will interact closely with Information Systems • Postgraduate Diploma in supervisors and lecturers, plus have the • Postgraduate Diploma in Business Business Administration. opportunity to engage with guest lectures • Master of Business – Marketing, and presentations by business leaders, Research programmes Management, Financial Management innovators, and entrepreneurs. • Master of Business Information Systems. • Bachelor of Commerce with Honours Our options are developed to support both • Master of Commerce students with a commerce degree and those from other areas of study. Professional programmes • Doctor of Philosophy. • Master of Professional Accounting (No background in Accounting required) • Master of Applied Economics and Finance. Graduate and Postgraduate programmes Qualification Description Intake Duration Points Tuition fees Bachelor of Commerce Further your expertise in your chosen major, and explore specialist Feb 1 year 120 $35,100 with Honours topics that can lead to entry to master’s programmes by thesis. (C+R) Graduate Diploma Complete advanced undergraduate commerce courses in a new Feb or 1 year 120 $34,000 in Commerce subject area and transition to research-based postgraduate July study. (C) Postgraduate Diploma Gain knowledge and skills that you can apply to graduate positions Feb or 1 year 120 $35,000 in Business across a wide range of industries. It is a pathway qualification to July the Master of Business or Master of Professional Accounting. (C) Postgraduate The diploma includes eight core courses from the Master of Feb or 1 year 120 $39,000 Diploma in Business Business Administration programme. Transfer to the Master of Sept Administration Business Administration is available for those students who complete the PGDipBA with a B average or higher. (C) Postgraduate Gain skills leading to roles in information systems-related Feb or 1 year 120 $35,000 Diploma in Business industries. It is a pathway into the Master of Business Information July Information Systems Systems. (C) Postgraduate Diploma This qualification allows you to further explore Information Feb or 1 year 120 $35,000 in Information and Systems either to deepen your knowledge in the area or to July Systems Technology prepare yourself for further research in this area. (C) “I first came to UC as a part of my university exchange programme; before I arrived in New Zealand, I was able to meet UC representatives at my home university that helped my decision.” Mia China Master of Applied Finance and Economics Private Wealth Assistant, Craigs Investment Partners 20 2024/2025 Whakatairanga Tāwāhi | International Prospectus
Qualification Description Intake Duration Points Tuition fees Master of Applied This is a master’s degree in both Finance and Economics. You Jan 12–13 180 $52,500 Finance and will take coursework in both subjects, followed by a practical months Economics course. (C) Master of Business The Master of Business Administration offers a chance to upskill, Feb, 16 180 $58,500 Administration make a career change, and gain relevant business connections May, or months and experiences. You will take compulsory and elective courses as Sept well as a consulting project. There are also opportunities to attend seminars, guest lectures, and networking events. (C) Master of Business Take advantage of the demand for "tech-savvy" business Feb 16 180 $52,500 Information Systems graduates. Combining business studies with information systems, or July months this qualification is designed to equip you with the specialist knowledge and skills to manage technology-driven innovation in business. (C) Master of Professional As a conversion taught master’s, this qualification will give Feb 21–23 240 $70,000 Accounting you the skills and knowledge to be an accountant. Leads to or July months provisional membership of professional bodies such as Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. (C) Master of Business The Master of Business explores business basics as well as a Feb or 16 180 $52,500 specialist major focus in Financial Management, Management, July months or Marketing. It also includes project opportunities through our industry contacts. (C) Master of Commerce Comprised of taught coursework and complemented by thesis or Feb 12–18 180 $52,500 research project. (C+R) months Doctor of Philosophy The PhD comprises advanced research presented in a thesis. (R) Start 3–4 years 360 $7,980– (PhD) of any 8.205 month per 120 points (C) = coursework qualification; (R) = research qualification; (C+R) = coursework plus research qualification. Please visit canterbury.ac.nz for the full list of qualifications offered and the indicative international tuition fees at canterbury.ac.nz/international/whyuc/how-much-does-it-cost “I enjoyed how the entire programme was just not classroom based and involved working on case studies, real-life business situations, networking with current industry professionals, and focused more on my overall development and getting me ready to step into the professional world.” Abhinav India Master of Business Management Domain Specialist (L2) – Planning and Performance, Te Tari Taake | Inland Revenue canterbury.ac.nz 21
UC Education has been training teaching and educational professionals for over 135 YEARS MORE Education and Teaching. Youth and 96% Employment rate for education students* Community Leadership UC is committed to Learn from the best 250 Top 250 in the world for Education** excellence in teacher Our lecturers are national and global education, educational leaders and we lead with Aotearoa New Zealand and international research on studies, and youth and student engagement in learning; CHCH101 students community leadership. We education leadership and policy; development for teachers; children’s 25k have completed 25,000 hours of will equip you to make a language and literacy learning; and community service positive difference in the culturally responsive practices, inclusitivity, lives of children and adults, and equity in education and e-learning. weeks spent in and their communities. Innovative teaching-learning environments 1–7 schools for each teaching placement Practical learning Understand how digital technologies can * Graduate destination survey, 2020. As part of your learning experience at be best used to create student-centred ** QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2023 UC, you will undertake professional practices that enhance student learning. practical placements to build teaching and management skills, and connect with students and community. 22 2024/2025 Whakatairanga Tāwāhi | International Prospectus
Undergraduate programmes Ako: Bachelor of Teaching and Learning – example degree structure Year 1 Teacher Education AKOT AKOT AKOA 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 101 161 Level Level Level Level Level Level We offer teacher education programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate levels that Year 2 allow you to apply to become a certified AKOA AKOA 200 200 200 200 200 200 teacher in New Zealand. 261 262 Level Level Level Level Level Level Ako: Bachelor of Teaching and Learning Year 3 The Ako: Bachelor of Teaching and Learning AKOA AKOA 300 300 300 300 300 300 361or 363 362 or 364 Level Level Level Level Level Level has the following endorsements: • Early Childhood Education Zero-points, Compulsory Endorsement zero-fees courses courses courses • Primary Education. Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more. These endorsements are internationally This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations recognised, giving you options to work abroad after graduating. Professional Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning (Early Childhood) – typical diploma structure placements and the opportunity to take Year 1 te ao Māori courses in each endorsement TEPI TEPI TEPP TEPP TECE TECE TECE TECE TECE TECE allows you to build bicultural knowledge 361 362 361 362 358 359 361 362 364 365 and competence in teaching practices. Professional Professional Secondary Education Studies Practice Endorsement The programme meets the requirements to apply for provisional teacher registration Each small block represents a 15-point course. with the Teaching Council of New Zealand. This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations Graduate diplomas Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning – example degree structure We also have two graduate diploma options Year 1 that can allow you to apply to become a TEPI TEPI TEPI TEPI TEPP TEPP Curriculum certified teacher in New Zealand: 313 314 315 316 313 314 Studies • Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Professional Professional Courses towards Primary or Learning (Early Childhood) Studies Practice Secondary Teaching • Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more. This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to Learning – endorsed in Primary or www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations Secondary education. These are one-year, undergraduate “I decided to study Early programmes that are available if you Childhood Education at already have a bachelor's degree.See UC because UC application information at canterbury.ac.nz/education Education is well known /qualifications-and-courses both nationally and /teacher-education/guide-to-applying internationally for its Applications high-quality education All applications for teaching qualifications and outstanding lecturers.” close on 31 October. Many of our teaching qualifications have a limited capacity for Stella places and applications may close earlier if China this capacity has been reached. Bachelor of Teaching and Learning (Early Childhood) Early Childhood Teacher, Grow Active canterbury.ac.nz 23
Youth and Community Leadership Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership – example degree structure The Bachelor of Youth and Community Year 1 EDUC Leadership build on UC’s reputation in YACL CHCH 101 or 102 100 100 100 100 100 youth-led social action and offers real-world 101 101 or POLS103 Level Level Level Level Level leadership and project experience. Become Year 2 an agile leader, connect for change, engage YACL EDUC CULT202 or 200 200 200 200 100 or 200 EDUC204 with the community, and do something 201 206 or INOV290 Level Level Level Level Level that matters with this degree. Year 3 EDUC YACL YACL 300 300 200 or 300 200 or 300 302 or 339 301 302 Level Level Level Level Compulsory Elective Courses from Arts courses courses or other degrees Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more. This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations Postgraduate programmes “UC has helped me gain UC Education offers a range of postgraduate practical experience. It is programmes including Postgraduate Diploma programmes, Coursework (Taught not just about learning Master’s), Research Masters, PhD, and educational theory, it has Doctor of Education. also helped me Some key areas of research and research hubs include: understand what teaching • A Better Start in real life is like.” • Learning Environments • Digital Education Futures Lab Shauhrat • Language and Literacy Research lab India Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning • Teacher learning and Innovations in (Secondary) Practice Research Hub • UC Community Engagement Hub • UC Child Wellbeing Research Institute canterbury.ac.nz/education/qualifications- and-courses/professional-development canterbury.ac.nz/education/research 24 2024/2025 Whakatairanga Tāwāhi | International Prospectus
Teacher qualifications Undergraduate programmes Qualification Intake Duration Points Cost per year Ako: Bachelor of Level 7 qualification. Feb 3 years 360 $31,600 Teaching and Learning Graduate Diploma in Level 7 qualification. Jan 1 year 150 $31,500 Teaching and Learning (Early Childhood) Graduate Diploma in Level 7 qualification. The endorsements are: Jan 1 year 150 $31,500 Teaching and Learning • Primary education • Secondary education. For the Secondary endorsement, students must have studied to 300-level in a secondary curriculum subject area. Postgraduate programmes Qualification Description Intake Duration Points Tuition fees Postgraduate This level 8 qualification consists of coursework and 80 days of Jan 1 year 150 $38,625 Diploma in Teaching professional practice in schools. Special requirements apply if and Learning English is not your first language. (C). The endorsements are: • Primary education • Secondary education. For the Secondary endorsement, students must have studied to 300 or 400-level in a secondary curriculum subject area. Master of Teaching This level 9 qualification consists of coursework and 80 days of Jan 13 180 $46,350 and Learning professional practice in schools. Special requirements apply if months English is not your first language. (C). NOTE: The endorsements are: MTchgLn is • Primary education completed • Secondary education. in January of the For the Secondary endorsement, students must have studied to following 300 or 400-level in a secondary curriculum subject area. year. Successful completion of one of the above teaching qualifications enables you to apply for teacher registration in New Zealand. “I wish I could have had more time as a student at UC. It was such a time that I would never forget.” Quynh Vietnam Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning (Primary) Primary School teacher, Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto canterbury.ac.nz 25
Other Education degrees Undergraduate programmes Qualification Intakes Duration Points Cost per year Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership Feb or July 3 years 360 $32,938 Postgraduate programmes Qualification Description Intake Duration Points Tuition fees Postgraduate Diploma This diploma is designed to improve professional practice and Feb or 1 year 120 $35,400 in Education examine critically significant issues in education. (C) July The degree can be endorsed in: • Digital Education Futures (Distance learning) • Inclusive and Special Education • Leadership (Distance learning) • Literacy • Teaching and Learning Languages • Tertiary Teaching (if already employed in tertiary teaching). Master of Education This degree pathway can be completed by coursework alone or by Feb or 18 180 $53,100 coursework and thesis. (C) or (C+R) July months The degree can be endorsed in: • Digital Education Futures (Distance learning) • Inclusive and Special Education • Leadership (Distance learning) • Literacy • Teaching and Learning Languages • Tertiary Teaching (if already employed in tertiary teaching). Master of Education A thesis qualification that allows students to demonstrate First 1–2 years 120 $35,400 (Thesis) advanced knowledge in their field of educational research; or day of 30 points research methods and 90 points thesis. February or July month intake for the research methods. (R) You must have a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (or equivalent) before being eligible to apply for this qualification. Master of Teaching A professional qualification aimed at producing skilful English Feb or 1 year 180 $46,350 English to Speakers of language educators for a wide variety of educational settings. This July Other Languages programme will give you the skills, knowledge, and capabilities to adapt to English language developments, as well as technological and pedagogical advances. (C) Doctor of Education Aimed at Education professionals and other related fields. You 1 March 4–6 Years 360 $35,400 will synthesise theory and address questions of professional per 120 practice while further developing your leadership capacities. It is points completed in 2 parts – Part I can only be completed part-time over 2 years (R) Doctor of Philosophy The PhD comprises advanced research presented in a thesis. (R) First 3–4 years 360 $7,623 (PhD) day of per 120 month points (C) = coursework qualification; (R) = research qualification; (C+R) = coursework plus research qualification. Please visit canterbury.ac.nz for the full list of qualifications offered and the indicative international tuition fees at canterbury.ac.nz/international/whyuc/how-much-does-it-cost Please note: All qualification fees are subject to change. See the latest fees at canterbury.ac.nz/get-started/fees 26 2024/2025 Whakatairanga Tāwāhi | International Prospectus
AOTEAROA NEW ZEALAND’S PREMIER SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING MORE Engineering, Forestry, and 11th in the world for Civil Engineering* Product Design Top 100 – Civil Founded in 1887 as the As well as its elite ranking in Civil and 100 and Structural Engineering** Structural Engineering, UC Engineering first school of Engineering offers innovative programmes tailored in Aotearoa New Zealand, to careers in the real world, with study hours of practical UC Engineering is options in different types of Engineering work are part of internationally recognised plus our unique qualifications in Global Humanitarian Engineering, Forestry Science, 800 undergraduate engineering and for excellence in teaching and Product Design. UC has close links with forestry degrees and research, and high numerous local companies, which presents the opportunity for students to work calibre graduates. alongside them and gain vital ‘on the job’ state-of-the-art experience as part of their study. $163M laboratories and teaching spaces * Shanghai Ranking’s Global Ranking of Academic subjects 2022. ** QS World University Rankings by subject 2023. canterbury.ac.nz 27
Undergraduate programmes Bachelor of Engineering with Honours – example degree structure Year 1 Bachelor of Engineering with Honours ENGR ENGR EMTH EMTH COSC PHYS 100 100 100 100 101 118 119 131 101 Level Level Level A UC Engineering degree is fully accredited by Engineering NZ, meaning it Year 2 is benchmarked with other engineering ENGR Engineering discipline courses programmes worldwide. Our programme 200 is internationally recognised — a ticket to a Year 3 career that can take you around the world. ENGR Engineering discipline courses The first year is comprised of nine courses 200 — one fees-free course and eight courses Year 4 which vary depending on which discipline ENGR Engineering discipline courses you want to specialise in. Your first year is 200 followed by three years of study in one of the Engineering disciplines. Entry into the Zero-points, Compulsory Engineering Other courses from Engineering or zero-fees courses courses discipline courses other subjects (depending on discipline) disciplines is limited and based on your performance in the first year(s). Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more. This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations Disciplines “I was astonished by how Chemical and Process Engineering Minors: Bioprocess Engineering, UC had taught me to apply Environmental Process Engineering, what I learned to the Sustainable Energy Engineering industry” Civil Engineering Minors: Structural Engineering, Water and Environmental Systems Engineering Jacey Thailand Computer Engineering Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in Civil Engineering Minor: Communications and Graduate Geotechnical Engineer, Holmes ANZ Network Engineering Electrical and Electronic Engineering Minor: Power Engineering Bachelor of Product Design training world, you'll be equipped to work in Forest Engineering a range of occupations and industries. A Bachelor of Product Design combines Mechanical Engineering design, science, engineering, and business Majors Minors: Aerospace Engineering, studies. You'll gain the skills to design and Biomedical Engineering develop new products that solve problems Applied Immersive Game Design for home, business, and industry. Mechatronics Engineering Chemical Formulation Design From creating a kayak or phone app, to Software Engineering formulating medicinal products or a virtual Industrial Product Design Bachelor of Product Design – example degree structure Year 1 PROD110 MATH or PROD or EMTH MGMT 100 100 100 101 ENGR101 100 Level 100 Level Level Level Year 2 MKTG100 or PROD PROD PROD PROD 200 200 ECON104 or 200 Level 200 Level 200 Level 200 Level Level Level ACCT102 Year 3 PROD PROD PROD 300 200 200 or 300 200 or 300 300 Level 300 Level 300 Level Level Level Level1 Level1 Compulsory Major courses courses 1 200 or 300-level courses from MGMT, MKTG, ECON, FINC, INOV, BSNS, or ACCT. If you have not already completed MKTG100 then include at least 15 points of MKTG courses. Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more. 28 2024/2025 Whakatairanga Tāwāhi | This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to International Prospectus www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations
Bachelor of Forestry Science Practical work is a key component of the “The reason I chose UC is degree with regular field trips and 90 days Forestry Science is a professional degree that prepares you for managing forest of work experience undertaken in the that I am able to study in resources by combining core science forestry industry. more detail the project courses with management, commerce, management field. UC helped me make a soft- and technology. Bachelor of Forestry Science – example degree structure landing. While studying Year 1 construction management FORE 111 FORE 131 FORE 141 FORE 151 BIOL 112 STAT 101 100 Level 100 Level at UC, I was able to learn Year 2 about the construction FORE FORE FORE FORE FORE FORE FORE SOIL industry situation in NZ, and connect my prior 200 205 215 218 219 222 224 203 Year 3 400 knowledge with NZ’s codes and standards. It is FORE FORE FORE FORE 307 316 327 342 Level Year 4 very helpful to me working FORE 419 FORE 422 FORE 447 400 Level 400 Level 400 Level FORE 414 in NZ.” Zero-points, Compulsory Elective Courses from Science Dissertation for Jongmin zero-fees courses courses courses or other degrees honours students only Korea Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more. Master of Civil Engineering with an endorsement This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to in Construction Management www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations KiwiRail Project Manager, KiwiRail Ltd Postgraduate programmes Key Research centres include: UC offers both coursework and research- • Electric Power Engineering Centre based qualifications and doctoral degrees. (EPE Centre) Our award-winning lecturers and • Human Interface Technology Laboratory researchers, in topics from earthquakes to (HIT Lab NZ) renewable energy, are among world leaders • Wireless Research Centre in developing new technology • Spatial Engineering Research Centre and responses. • UC Quake Centre Students also benefit from our strong industry links to establish their • QuakeCORE professional network. • Wood Technology Research Centre. canterbury.ac.nz 29
Undergraduate programmes Qualification Description Intake Duration Points Tuition fees per year (120 points) Bachelor of A 4-year professional degree that allows Feb 4 years 480 $43,950 (first year) Engineering with graduates to work as professionally qualified $48,000 (2–4 year) Honours engineers all over the world. Bachelor of A professional degree that prepares graduates Feb or July 4 years 480 $39,925 Forestry Science for managing forest resources by combining core science courses with management, commerce, and technology. Bachelor of An interdisciplinary degree that combines Feb or July 3 years 360 $41,875 Product Design creative design with engineering, science, and business studies. Graduate and Postgraduate programmes Qualification Description Intake Duration Points Tuition fees Master of A practice-focused taught Master’s degree for students to gain Feb or 1 year 120 $48,000 Architectural professional, work-ready, collaborative building design skills, and Aug Engineering advanced training in selected technical areas of building design. This degree also caters for practitioners wanting to upskill. (C) The degree can be endorsed in: • Building Services and Energy Engineering • Integrated Building Design • Structural Engineering. Master of Civil This is a taught postgraduate programme that enhances an Feb 1 year 120 $48,000 Engineering engineer’s knowledge and skills, improving their prospects for career progression. (C) Ten endorsements are offered in: • Construction Management • Earthquake Engineering • Geotechnical Engineering • Renewable Energy • Structural Engineering • Structural Fire Engineering • Transportation Engineering • Water Engineering. MCivilEng also includes an Indigenous Consultation and Engagement workshop. Master of Engineering The ME is an endorsed research degree that aims to provide a Varies 1–3 years 120– $48,000 research-focused learning environment where you can – see 165 (120 points) develop your independent problem-solving skills through website $66,000 supervised research. (165 points) • Bioengineering (R) • Chemical and Process Engineering (R) • Civil Engineering (C+R) • Construction Management (C+R) • Earthquake Engineering (C+R) • Electrical and Electronic Engineering (R) • Mechanical Engineering (R) • Software Engineering (R) • Transportation Engineering (R). 30 2024/2025 Whakatairanga Tāwāhi | International Prospectus
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