8 September 2025
To enrol in this programme, please apply for their intended Master’s degree (and state on their application their intention to firstly study Pre-Master’s). Admissions would then issue an unconditional offer for the DipAdvUniStud and a conditional offer for the Master’s degree.
8 September 2025
We are now offering Deans Awards scholarships to students who meet academic merit standars for study in 2026.
Students do not need to submit an application for a Deans Award as they will automatically be assessed at time of application. If students are eligible, they will be sent a Deans Award offer along with their Offer of Place.
8 September 2025
Entry requirements have been revised to a B- GPA or equivalent for the following programmes:
Students with a C+ GPA will be considered for the Postgraduate Certificate in Business pathway, and those below this will be considered for the UCIC delivered Pre-Master's programmes.
1 August 2025
Some qualifications require special applications with an earlier closing date. Please check the deadlines here and find more details about the process and requirements. Applications for the MTESOL and MED November intakes close on 15 September – apply now and don’t miss out!
1 August 2025
Available to high achievers from India, China, and Southeast Asia in 2026. Applications will open on 4 August and close on 24 October 2025 for S1 2026 start. Applicants must have a current and valid offer to apply. For more information, please contact your market managers or the UC Scholarships Office. Download flyers for India, China, and Southeast Asia or click here to find out how to apply.
7 July 2025
We’re thrilled to introduce our new Pre-Master’s programmes—one semester (16 weeks) or two semesters (32 weeks)—for international students who don’t yet meet direct entry requirements for master’s. Delivered by UCIC, these programmes build academic and communication skills. Successful completion guarantees entry into 20+ UC master’s degrees across Business, Engineering, Science, Arts, and Education. Click here for more info or download the flyer here.
9 June 2025
UC’s New Bachelor of Health is a flexible, future-focused programme designed in collaboration with health sector leaders to address both local and global health challenges. Students can tailor their degree by combining majors and minors, aligning their studies with career goals. The programme includes guest lectures and a third-year internship, providing practical experience and industry connections, and prepares students for professional certifications, postgraduate study, and impactful careers in the evolving health sector.
20 May 2025
We still have rooms available for Semester 2 start – click here for more info. For S1 2026 start, online applications open on 1 August and close on 24 September 2025. For more info about key dates for accommodation applications, please see 2025/2026 Key Dates.
4 April 2025
Due to a large number of applications and a limited number of clinical placements, applications will close early on 1 October 2025. Please note that applicants need to supply evidence of IELTS (Academic) 7 with no individual score below 7, PTE (Overall 66.3, Listening 66.2, Reading 67.6, Speaking 65.3, Writing 82.3), or an alternative English language assessment, approved by Executive Dean of Health.
12 March 2025
The newest branch of UC’s Future Students team is here to support students once they receive a full offer to study. The team can offer advice on accommodation and help with course selection and enrolment so that incoming students have a one-stop shop to get all their questions answered. Contact the team by emailing futurestudents@canterbury.ac.nz.
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