2018 | University of Canterbury

Biology student in the outdoors looking at a plant

Practical field skills the focus of biology summer courses at UC

15 October 2017

Summer is a great time to get out in the mountains and by enrolling at UC you can upgrade your skills while hiking up valleys or wading in streams.

Science student in Top 3 for Thesis in 3

17 August 2017

Jess McHale from Geological Sciences took out 3rd place in UC's 3 Minute Thesis Competition.

New course explores the science of human communication

17 September 2018

UC has launched a new course all about the science of everyday communication – what is it, why it matters and how to do it well.

Microbiologist wins UC Early and Emerging Career Research Award

08 November 2018

Dr Mitja Remus-Emsermann from the School of Biological Sciences is the winner of the UC Early and Emerging Career Researcher Award 2018.

UC duo prepare to join search for Shackleton's lost ship

09 November 2018

Geospatial technician Paul Bealing has spent countless hours preparing customised drones for an epic trip to Antarctic waters alongside Gateway Antarctica's Dr Wolfgang Rack.

Promotions announced for 13 College of Science academics

30 November 2018

The University of Canterbury’s Academic Promotions process has been completed for 2018, with Vice-Chancellor Dr Rod Carr announcing a number of successful outcomes for College of Science academics.