New scholarship scheme accelerates UC students into PhDs

Making rugby safer for young Kiwi players and supporting women in sport has motivated a University of Canterbury professor’s world-leading research over the past decade.

Professor of Marketing Ann-Marie Kennedy is one of two recipients of the 2025 UC Teaching Medal, the University’s highest academic honour.

Outdoor Education lecturer Associate Professor Chris North is one of two recipients of the 2025 UC Teaching Medal

UC’s Professor Cockburn, now Emeritus, helped shape the way billions scroll, swipe and connect through his user experience research.

From healthcare innovation to student mentorship, Professor Mukundan’s 23 years at UC have earned him the title of Emeritus Professor.

UC has launched its first joint education programme in mathematics with Qufu Normal University, strengthening ties and creating new global study pathways.

Tuihono UC | UC Online, UC’s online learning platform, has partnered with the Christchurch City Council (CCC) to deliver a free short course on climate change and adaptation.

UC’s Kōawa Studios has signed a non-exclusive Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Auckland’s two largest film studios, aimed at growing opportunities for students and supporting the screen sector.

UC educators receive an Ako Aotearoa Award for their successful design and delivery of the Master of Māori and Indigenous Leadership programme.