University of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand
Quick facts
- World rank
- #257
- 2027
- Acceptance rate
- 50%
- Students
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- International students
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- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
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Overview
Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) is a research-intensive university in Christchurch, New Zealand. The university offers over 120 qualifications across more than 150 subject areas, including Arts, Business, Digital Screen, Education, Engineering, Health, Law and Science. Study opportunities include undergraduate and postgraduate education, online learning, transition programmes and microcredentials. UC describes its campus as park-like and equipped with modern facilities. Its halls of residence combine accommodation with academic support, social events and activities, while international students can access language support and student-community services.
Fields of study
- Arts
- Business
- Digital Screen
- Education
- Engineering
- Health
- Law
- Science
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
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- Application deadlines
- Semester 1 (February): December 1; Semester 2 (July): May 1
- Rolling admissions
- No
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
NZ$15,775 – NZ$53,700
From about $9,465 / year
Domestic students
Varies by program
The supplied 2026 summaries distinguish domestic and international tuition eligibility. International-fee exceptions include approved reciprocal exchange students and PhD students living in New Zealand. A Student Services Levy is charged in addition to tuition, and other study-associated costs may apply. The supplied sources contain no tuition amounts or complete fee ranges.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Information last verified Sep 23, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.