Transition programmes
Transition programmes get you ready for university study and support you on the journey. They vary in length and are usually scheduled within normal university semester dates.
Get entry to university
The Certificate in University Preparation (CUP) is for you if you don’t meet the requirements for university entry.
Foundation studies
If you don’t meet the academic or English language requirements, we offer several programmes to get you ready.
STAR Programme
The STAR at UC programme allows secondary school students from anywhere in New Zealand to enrol in first-year degree-level courses
Headstart
For assistance with planning your programme of study contact the Course Coordinator
Get ready for Law
Prepare for your first-year studies by taking BRDG031 Invitation to Law.
Get help with your degree
Through UC Pathways you will improve your academic skills, and understand what it takes to succeed at university.
CUP timetable
See the CUP and UC at Hagley term dates.
UC International College
UCIC was established following a collaborative agreement between Navitas Limited and the University of Canterbury in 2013.
Summer School
Preparatory courses are non-credit, catch-up preparatory courses that can help prepare you for first-year degree study.
Transition Programme fees
You need to pay transition programme tuition fees if you undertake the Certificate in University Preparation or a Headstart course.
Apply
Check the details of the transition programme you are interested in to see if you are eligible for entry.
Contact the CUP team
Check the contact details for the Student Transition and Engagement Team’s teaching and administration staff.