Open Day
Rā Tōmene
10 September 2026
Save the date: 10 September 2027
Rā Tōmene | Open Day is your opportunity to discover everything about life at UC. Join us for tours, activities, and advice to help you make the right choice for your tertiary education.
HOW TO APPLY
Experience what UC has to offer in one action-packed day at Rā Tōmene | Open Day.
Rā Tōmene translates as ‘a day to explore, inspect, and look around’, and that’s exactly what Open Day is about.
Spend the day on campus, explore our halls of residence, meet staff and students, and get a feel for the subjects, spaces, and experiences that will shape your life at UC.
Our recipe for a successful Rā Tōmene | Open Day is to plan ahead, but allow plenty of time for wandering, exploring, and experiencing campus life. We recommend you:
- Book two or three information sessions
- Book a tour
- Take time for lunch
- Spend time at the info hub for essential uni information.
In between, there will be plenty to see and do, with entertainment, activities, demos, and showcases to explore across our buildings.
Information sessions
Book two or three information sessions to get a taster of your preferred subjects, or some insight into UC services, support, and opportunities. Most sessions are recorded, so if you miss out on one, you can watch it online later.
Whānau – we’ve got you, too! Book into a Parents and Whānau session to learn how you can support your young person’s university journey.
Campus and accommodation tours
Book a tour of Ilam Campus, Dovedale Campus, the UC RecCentre or our Central Library. You can also drop into our halls of residence at any time throughout the day, with no booking required. Hop-on, hop-off buses will run between campus and the halls.
It’s the best way to get your bearings, explore our beautiful campuses and get a glimpse of your future life as a UC student.
Getting here
Driving?
Familiarise yourself with our campus map to find parking on campus. Parking will be free for Open Day.
Busing?
Check out the Metro Info timetable to plan your route to Rā Tōmene | Open Day.
Flying?
Book your spot on our free Christchurch Airport pick-up and drop-off buses.
Cycling?
Bring a lock and pop your bike into one of our many campus bike stands.
Explore Ōtautahi Christchurch
Ranked in the Top 100 Best Student Cities globally (QS 2026), Ōtautahi Christchurch is a vibrant city known for its outdoor adventure opportunities, epic events, and excellent job prospects. More affordable than any other major city in Aotearoa New Zealand, Christchurch is a popular choice for students from around the world.
Take some time to see what’s on offer here when you come to Rā Tōmene | Open Day.
Any questions?
Contact us for more information about Open Day.
