Schools and Departments

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The College of Education, Health and Human Development includes national and international teachers and research leaders in multiple domains of educational study and health sciences. We offer a wide range of innovative, applied and relevant qualifications for all levels - from undergraduates to industry professionals who want to develop their skills.

Teacher Education

We have on-campus and distance options for teachers, curriculum supervisors, specialists and other education professionals.

Health Sciences

We offer a range of undergraduate and graduate programmes designed to meet the needs of modern healthcare.

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Sport Coaching and Physical Education

UC offers the only specialist sport coaching degree in New Zealand, the Bachelor of Sports Coaching.

Educational Studies and Leadership

We study key education questions in the early childhood, school, higher education, adult and community learning sectors.

Centre for Assessment and Monitoring (CAM)

CAM provides high-quality assessments and surveys for New Zealand primary and secondary schools.

Education Plus

UC Education Plus provides PLD and advice to educators within the Primary, Secondary and Early Childhood sectors throughout New Zealand.

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News, events and seminars

UC launches free global online short courses

The University of Canterbury (UC) is joining global online learning platform edX to offer free, short courses to the ...

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Anti-bullying attitude important every day – NZ ...

Anti-bullying expert Dr Cara Swit is delighted to see University of Canterbury (UC) students supporting the annual Pink ...

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Students embrace politics in countdown to 2020 ...

Students at the University of Canterbury (UC) have organised a number of events to connect young voters with political ...