Eligibility
Only study completed in the last five years will normally be considered for credit transfer, and must be from a qualification that has not been conferred. Your previous study must be at NZQF Level 5 or higher from a New Zealand university or tertiary institute. For more information see the Credit Recognition and Transfer Regulations.
Credit transfers are not automatic. Applications are reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis. If your application is not successful, you have the option to appeal the decision. Information on the appeals process will be provided with the outcome of your application.
Bachelor of Laws
If you are applying for the Bachelor of Laws and already have a non-law degree, you are likely exempted from the non-law requirements and do not need to apply for credit. Contact the Faculty of Law during October of the year before your intended enrolment year to be eligible for this exemption. A copy of your transcript will still be required.
If you have an incomplete bachelor's degree, you might still be eligible for the exemption but need to apply for your credits to be transferred towards the Bachelor of Laws.
How credits are calculated for NZ universities
Most universities in NZ have a 360-point undergraduate degree structure with 15 point courses at all levels equating to 0.125 EFTS. This includes the University of Canterbury (UC), The University of Auckland, Auckland University of Technology, Victoria University of Wellington, University of Waikato, Massey University, and Lincoln University. Usually 1 point in an undergraduate degree at each of these universities is of equivalent value, i.e. 1 point at UC = 1 point at Waikato. The exception to this is the University of Otago which offers 18 point courses with a value of 0.15 EFTS.
Credit transfer for international study
If you have completed study at a non-NZ university or tertiary institution, apply for international credit transfer here.
UC Student ID
You will need a UC Student ID number for your application to be considered, so will need to either be a UC student or have submitted an application to enrol in myUC.
How to apply
- Complete the Application for Credit Transfer form.
- Request a digital (My eQuals) transcript from the institution(s) at which you have credit. They will send you information on how to set up a My eQuals account and share your transcript securely with UC. Alternatively, you can provide a certified copy of your academic transcript.
- If you're applying for credit transfer towards a teaching qualification you will also need to supply the learning outcomes of each course you are seeking credit for.
- Send your form and supporting documents by email to the Student Advisor in the appropriate Faculty/School:
