University of Canterbury (UC) is a research-led public university in Christchurch, New Zealand, founded in 1873. It ranks among New Zealand's top universities and is strong in engineering, science, and the arts. UC graduates are sought by employers across Australasia, North America, and the UK.
Christchurch, New Zealand
Top 300 (2024)
Top 4 in New Zealand
Top 300 globally (QS 2024)
AACSB-accredited Business School
90%+ graduates employed within 6 months
Master of Engineering
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Feb, Jul
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 90
Bachelor of Engineering with Honours
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Feb
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Feb, Jul
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 90
Bachelor of Science
Bachelors DegreeDuration
36 Months
Intake
Feb
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
Master of Science in Data Science
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Feb, Jul
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 90
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelors DegreeDuration
36 Months
Intake
Feb
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
Engineering excellence — UC's engineering programmes are IPENZ-accredited and ranked top 300 globally.
Hands-on learning — project-based curricula run from year one across science and engineering degrees.
Research impact — UC produces research cited by government and industry across seismic and environmental science.
Affordable tuition — international fees are notably lower than equivalent Australian and UK universities.
Engineering graduates work at Beca, Jacobs, and Aurecon across infrastructure and civil projects.
Business graduates enter roles in finance, consulting, and management across New Zealand and Australia.
Science graduates pursue postgraduate research or roles in environmental agencies and tech firms.
90% of UC graduates are in employment or further study within six months of completing their degree.
Undergrad
1st December 2024
Postgrad
Rolling
Undergrad
Not available for most programmes
Postgrad
Rolling
UC's main Ilam campus sits on 76 hectares, with labs, libraries, and green open space all within walking distance. The campus is compact and easy to navigate from day one.
Christchurch is New Zealand's second-largest city, with affordable rent, good public transport, and ski fields two hours away. The city has a growing tech sector that actively recruits UC graduates.
Valid offer letter from UC
Proof of funds for tuition and living
Valid passport (6+ months validity)
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
Fee Paying Student Visa application
Academic transcripts and English test results
