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Three students walking and talking in the Ilam Gardens on UC campus.
Three students walking and talking in the Ilam Gardens on UC campus.
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About UC

Mō UC

07 August 2023

Learn about Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC), including the history of UC, our rankings, and our impact on the world today.  

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The UC story

The University of Canterbury has been educating students from New Zealand and around the world for more than 150 years.

Today, UC ranks among the world’s top 300 universities, and we’re one of the fastest-growing universities in Aotearoa. 

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World-leading teaching and research

At UC, students learn from academics who are leaders in their fields, producing research that makes a positive difference in Aotearoa New Zealand and around the world.

With a robust research output and excellent student-to-staff ratios, UC is committed to preparing students for the future.

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Our campus and environment

The University of Canterbury’s park-like campus is one of the most spacious and secure in New Zealand, with modern facilities and new developments to support our growing student population. 

UC campus fish-eye
Our communities

UC is a diverse and inclusive environment, with a large number of welcoming communities for our students. Find your community at UC.

UC's contribution

UC is the second-largest employer in the Waitaha Canterbury region. We contribute nearly $800 million to the local economy annually, play a pivotal role in strengthening the region’s future workforce, and support a wide range of community-focused initiatives and events.

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