Analytics for Course Engagement (ACE) is UC's early alert system. Using cutting edge machine learning algorithms, the programme aims to drive up students’ self-directed learning skills and provide support to help them succeed.

(PALS) Peer Assisted Learning Support is a peer-to-peer programme that brings students together in regular group study sessions that are aligned with a first-year course. These sessions are facilitated by PALS leaders who are motivated and successful past students of that course. Find out more about PALS.

Te Pātaka is the first place to visit if you’ve got a question or need help with something while you’re studying at UC. Check out our Student Services Hub.

UC's Takere five-week academic and cultural live-in programme helps our first-year ākonga Māori and Pacific students develop skills and confidence to transition to university. Check if you are eligible for UC's Takere transition programme and get in touch if you have questions.

If you are in your first year of study at UC, Kaitoko provide academic, pastoral and holistic support for first year students to help them navigate UC and achieve their study goals. Kaitoko have specialist areas of academic knowledge and can help you with your course changes, degree planning and study pathways.

We celebrated 150 years of Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury by offering 300 scholarships over 2023 and 2024 to students that are committed to making a positive change in the world. Find out more.