UNIVERSITY OF CANTERBURY

The University of Canterbury empowers individuals to discover their own journey, realize their aspirations, and make a positive impact on the world. Our approach to education extends far beyond conventional classrooms, providing students with a comprehensive and enriching learning experience that draws inspiration from our remarkable natural surroundings. From lecture halls to the mountains, sports fields to laboratories, and a vibrant city to diverse clubs, UC offers an abundance of avenues for personal growth, learning, and goal attainment. Established in 1873 as Canterbury College, it stands today as a public research university rooted in Christchurch, New Zealand, serving as the inaugural constituent college of the University of New Zealand.

a) Type of university: Public University

b) Affiliations: It is a member of the CFAI’s University Affiliation Program. The CFA Institute is a global association of investment professionals.

c) No. of students: 22,734 out of which 2 percent are international students from 80 different countries.

d) Location: 20 Kirkwood Avenue, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch 8041, New Zealand

e) Website: https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/

f) Campus locations: The University of Canterbury has three campuses: Ilam, Dovedale, and City. The university also maintains additional small campuses in Nelson, Tauranga, and Timaru, and teaching centers in Greymouth, New Plymouth, Rotorua, and Timaru.

The University of Canterbury has several halls of residence and villages for students. These include:

• Arcady Hall: Fully-catered hall for first-year students
• College House: Fully-catered hall for first-year students
• Hayashi: Self-catered hall for students in their second year and beyond
• Ilam Student Accommodation: Self-catered or optional meal plan for all students
• Kirkwood Avenue Hall: Self-catered hall for first-year students

Tuition fees for international students are between NZD 30,000-48,000

a) Qs rank- 256

b) Times Higher Education- 601-800