Who can help me?

Please see below helpful information for both agents and students.

Find an overseas agent

UC has approved agents in many countries who are available to help future students with advice on:

  • UC programmes and their respective admission requirements
  • Application process for undergraduate or postgraduate study
  • Academic English language requirements
  • Student visa application process and requirements for New Zealand
  • Accommodation Options
  • Tuition and accommodation fees
  • Providing advice and/or assisting with travel arrangements to New Zealand.

UC appointed agents are required to:

  • Abide by the NZQA Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International students
  • Provide clear and accurate information about UC and its programmes to students
  • Ensure students are academically and financially qualified to enter UC programmes

Select the country you are in to find an overseas agent near you:

Tuition fees 

UC regulations require tuition fees be paid directly to the University of Canterbury. UC accepts no responsibility for fees paid to or through a third party.

Overseas agent fees

In some countries a service fee may be charged by the agent to cover administration and service costs.