The UC Global Competence Development Programme is a dynamic initiative designed to empower UC’s partner university students with the skills and mindset required to thrive in an interconnected world. Through immersive experiences, participants enhance their ability to engage across cultures, strengthen communication skills, and cultivate creative problem-solving capabilities. The programme promotes excellence in learning, sustainability, inclusivity, and global responsibility. This holistic approach prepares participants to excel academically and lead with confidence in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
“You cannot just have wonderful classes lectured by those esteemed teachers and professors from the university, but we can also have a great time enjoying those beautiful sceneries and wonderful activities.”
“My engagement in UC’s summer programme has opened my eyes to the uniqueness of New Zealand and UC’s supportive, student-focused education. I was also impressed by the thoughtful integration of Māori culture and the strong encouragement for personal growth. Motivated by this, I returned to complete my Master and later volunteered for the summer programme in January 2024. I’m now working at CCEL and continue to enjoy being part of the UC community.”
“My undergrad school in Shanghai has strong ties with UC, so I went on the short course programme. I really fell in love with both UC and Christchurch. New Zealand has a lot of beautiful, wonderful natural scenery. New Zealand is an inclusive nation that shows great respect towards the indigenous people and those from foreign cultures. It’s another reason why I chose New Zealand over other countries.”
UC has a number of pathways that enable students from certain international institutions and programmes to directly enter into study at UC with recognised credits. Check out our International Articulation Pathways.
UC has a number of pathways that enable students from certain international institutions and programmes to directly enter into study at UC with recognised credits. Check out our International Articulation Pathways.
Improve your English language skills before you begin university study at UC.
Improve your English language skills before you begin university study at UC.
Complete the equivalent of your final year in high school and pathway into a degree at UC.
Complete the equivalent of your final year in high school and pathway into a degree at UC.
Study the first year of your bachelor's degree with a supportive programme for international students.
Study the first year of your bachelor's degree with a supportive programme for international students.
Pathway from your bachelor's degree to meet master's degree entry requirements at UC.
Pathway from your bachelor's degree to meet master's degree entry requirements at UC.
Transition from your advanced diploma or associate degree study into a master’s programme at UC.
Transition from your advanced diploma or associate degree study into a master’s programme at UC.
Complete the Global Competence Development Programme and enrol at UC to receive a limited, dedicated award. T&Cs apply.
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