Current students

Information for international students, agents or university partners already studying or working with us, or looking to in the future.

Postgraduate study at UC lets you hone your expertise and focus on the area that you're most passionate about. Whether you want to deepen your knowledge from your undergraduate degree, enhance your skillset to progress your career, or pursue an entirely new path, UC has more than 100 postgraduate programmes that will help you advance with purpose.

On this page you will find everything you need to navigate your research journey (thesis of 90 points or above) as well as a number of milestones and processes. including key information, forms and guidelines as well as Te Kura Tāura | UC Graduate School supports. 

UC defines adult students as those starting university study for the very first time and who are aged 20 years of age and over. We offer a range of support to help you get started and study alongside your other commitments, and stay connected with other adult students. 

UC Māori provides support for all ākonga Māori studying at Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha. Whether you need academic or financial support, guidance or social connection, we've got you covered. And once you enrol, a Kaiurungi will check in to make sure you're settling in well and have all the information you need. Check out what's available at UC Māori!

We are excited to have you join our diverse academic community, where Pacific students thrive through, and gain a world-class education.

Check out the range of programmes and services available!

Check out the different study options on offer, the diverse range of subjects and courses available, and how to get yourself enrolled. Head along to one of our future student events to find out why UC is the best place to study.

UC celebrates and respects our Rainbow ākonga | students and aims to foster an inclusive and affirming environment. Check out our Rainbow support options, student clubs, events and spaces. 

At UC, we celebrate disabled people as a valued part of our diverse community. We value lived experience of disability and the expertise that it brings. We are committed to improving the experience of students who are disabled by the environment. 

UC provides various print and copying services to our students and staff. These are mainly available via FindMe printing. Find out about printing and copying at UC.

See our campus maps and get familiar with where things are.

UC has a range of spaces for learning. From lecture theatres and study spaces to library spaces and computer workrooms, check out our learning spaces.

UC has three early childhood learning centres available. UC students and staff take priority for these centres but they are open to parents in the wider community. Find out about our early childhood learning centres.

UC has a food court, pharmacy, bookshop, and ATMs. Check out the businesses on campus.

UC has a range of rooms you can book for discussions. Find out about our room bookings.