2022 International Prospectus Aotearoa | New Zealand ‘UC PROVIDES EVERYTHING: connections, opportunities, community service, and brilliant learning.’ — Rishi, India

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Why UC? Enrol at UC Study options 1 Welcome to UC 15 Am I eligible? 29 Arts 2 UC7 16 UC Undergraduate entry 34 Business 4 Why UC? requirements 36 Education 6 Support services 18 Choose an undergraduate 38 Engineering 8 Why Ōtautahi Christchurch? qualification 41 Health 10 Life in Ōtautahi Christchurch 20 Pathways to UC 43 Law 12 Why Aotearoa New Zealand? 21 How much will it cost? 44 Science 22 Visas and insurance 48 Online study support 49 Next steps

UC lifestyle Rainbow Diversity Support 24 Where will I live? 25 A unique experience

UC is proud to partner with Ngāi Tūāhuriri and Ngāi Tahu to uphold the mana and aspirations of mana whenua.

Information is correct at the time of print but is subject to change. You are welcome at UC

When we ask our students what Our internships, placements, and makes UC different, they tell us this is industry connections will help you a pretty special place to study and live. grow your employability opportunities in Aotearoa New Zealand and Our leafy green campus is nestled international markets. between moana (sea), maunga (mountains), and rangi (sky), offering Importantly, there are many unique experiences like UC’s opportunities to make new friends (join Mt John Observatory, one of the few one of our amazing clubs) and create dark sky reserves in the world. The unforgettable memories in Aotearoa. campus itself with the Ōtākaro Avon Kia ora koutou Experience kotahitanga (togetherness), River winding through provides a manaakitanga (caring for each other) and There is no doubt about it; the world place for you to breathe. whanaungatanga (relationships/kinship) today is changing rapidly in both a Our teaching and learning standards in a university where people really matter. social and physical context. Preparing are top 1% in the world, and we are for your future career involves choosing UC has a range of opportunities for known for our research-led teaching a study experience that builds a commencing studies with us. We look and modern facilities and laboratories. strong, but flexible foundation for your forward to talking to you soon. There are over 120 programmes future. You will be seeking high quality for undergraduate, graduate, and teaching that delivers an education postgraduate students, and teaching focused on employability from a well- staff from over 100 different countries. ranked university. And you will want We’re sure you will find the right study to do this in a safe and welcoming option for you. Tracey Wilson environment, where the cost of living Director International is manageable. That’s UC. Te Tari Hononga ki Tāwāhi International Relationships Office Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha University of Canterbury is a holistic place of learning, made 7 up of seven dimensions. UC Ako | Learn Learn from world leaders and groundbreaking experts. UC — top 1% of universities in the world — has a strong reputation for high-quality degrees, research-active teaching staff, and world-class facilities.

UC Oranga | Wellbeing Tap into a dedicated support network, tools, and resources. UC is committed to helping you thrive and succeed by providing a wide range of support services from academic support to pastoral care and mentoring.

To find out more and watch our videos, go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/about/UC7

2 2022 Whakatairanga Tāwāhi | International Prospectus UC Kākānorua | Bicultural Gain bicultural experiences and perspectives to feel confident and competent in an intercultural world. UC is committed to biculturalism, demonstrated through the building of strong, meaningful relationships with mana whenua and evident in course content and curriculum that values mātauranga Māori and bicultural perspectives.

UC Tauhere | Connect Make a difference by getting involved. Over the last few years, UC students have earned an international reputation for their community involvement.

UC Auaha | Innovate Go beyond the classroom and make your ideas happen. Got an idea for a start-up venture? We have the resources to help you go for it. Want to make a difference and help others? We offer opportunities, both academic and social, for you to achieve this.

UC Ira Matatū Global Citizen Experience different cultures on campus and overseas. Our campus is a culturally diverse community with over 100 nationalities represented. We also offer exchanges with 60 different partners around the world.

UC Tūhura | Explore With clubs, events, and outdoor adventure, you can have a unique student experience. From the sea to the mountains, UC is on the doorstep of a massive outdoor ‘playground’. Grab your board, bike, or shoes and give it a go. Mastine Zimbabwe Studying towards a Bachelor of Commerce in Management and Bachelor of Laws

www.canterbury.ac.nz 3 Why UC? UC has over 100 international partnerships, QS RANKINGS 3,000+ employer connections, and up to 70 visiting international senior academics each year. Here’s some recognised research more reasons why you should choose UC. centres, institutes, 40 and hubs at UC

international academics and experts visit UC each year to lecture through 70 our Erskine Programme* * UC — top 1% of Manaakitanga lnternationaI Experiential COVID impacted. universities in campus learning • A unque and the world • 100+ • adrenaline, welcoming subjects available, • Research active nationalities art, innovation, educational ranging from Antarctic teaching • 70 Erskine research, experience. Studies to Youth and • World-class academics sustainability, 100+ Community Leadership degrees • 100+ international and more. • Modern facilities. partnerships.

Online learning support There are a range of facilities to support your study at UC:

E-learning resources Academic support Student support Online mentors • Learn • Student advice • Student Care • Online Mentoring Programme @ UC • MyUC • Academic Skills Centre • UCSA • Reach-out calls • Zoom • UC Library • Career resources • Connect Sessions. • WeChat • Online orientation • Disability and Equity https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/international/ • WhatsApp programme. • Rainbow. online-to-on-campus/online-learning-support • Yammer.

‘Triple Crown’ business accreditation Engineering New Zealand accreditation

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Modern facilities Globally connected There are a range of facilities to support We have partnerships with over 100 your study at UC: different institutions in Asia, Europe, North • over 1.9 million research items in UC’s America, and Australia. three libraries • Top 1% Engineering: Engineering • computer suites that are open 24–7 programmes are accredited by Engineering New Zealand, which is a • interactive resources signatory to the Washington Accord. • well-equipped laboratories, including the • Academic World Ranking of Universities Canterbury Engineering the Future (CETF) places UC 9th in the world for precinct and the Rutherford Regional Civil Engineering. Science and Innovation Centre (RRSIC). • UC is the only Aotearoa New Zealand university to be a member of the global Hands-on experience engineering exchange programme Many of our courses offer workplace Global E3. internships, community engagement, • Triple-crown accredited Business ‘UC means unique and and access to world-class field stations like School: Te Kura Umanga | UC Business Cass field station, and the Mount School is in the 1% of business schools calmness for all graduates John observatory. worldwide that holds the ‘Triple Crown’ like me, I love it 3,000!’ accreditation: AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA. World-class academics • Membership: UC is the only Aotearoa Tate UC’s academic staff are well known in their New Zealand university to be a member China fields and often write the textbooks you of the AC21 Academic Consortium — 15 of Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing will study. We also bring in academics from the world’s leading research universities. IT Sales Consultant, PB Technologies Ltd universities around the world, including Oxford and Cambridge, via our staff exchange programme.

www.canterbury.ac.nz 5 WELLBEING HUB You can find our support services in one place: www.canterbury.ac.nz/support /wellbeing-hub

Support services

At UC, we foster The first thing you should do if you have How can UC help you? any concerns with your UC experience manaakitanga (support), is to contact Atawhai Ākonga | Student Academic Skills Centre (ASC) Care, University of Canterbury Students’ whanaungatanga ASC is a free service that helps students Association (UCSA), or the University (connecting through shared with writing and study. It helps you get a Grievance Coordinator to discuss your handle on how to complete assignments, experiences and working concerns and options. receive grammar help, and offers workshops together), and tiakitanga www.canterbury.ac.nz/support/code and seminars. If you need help adjusting (caring). We have many If your concerns aren’t resolved by UC, to study in New Zealand, the ASC is a great ways that we can support you can get help from NZQA, who provide starting point. an independent assessment of your you – just a few of which complaint. Mentoring are listed below. www.nzqa.govt.nz When you join UC’s mentoring E: [email protected] programmes, you will be matched with a T: 0800 697 296. mentor who is studying similar subjects to Code of Practice If your concern is about a financial or you. Mentors will help you adjust to life on The Education (Pastoral Care of Tertiary and contractual dispute (like tuition fees), campus, and you can talk to them about International Learners) Code of Practice you can contact Student Complaints at your experiences and studies at UC. 2021 is designed to guide institutions in www.istudent.org.nz or 0800 00 66 75. www.canterbury.ac.nz/mentoring their practice, and protect international This is a free, independent service for full- students when they study in Aotearoa. UC, fee paying international students. Online learning support a signatory to the Code, is required to meet www.nzqa.govt.nz/the-code You have the flexibility to begin your the standards set by the government. studies online and then transition to Read the full code of practice at campus once border restrictions are lifted. www.nzqa.govt.nz/providers-partners/ See page 48 to learn more about the education-code-of-practice support available.

6 2022 Whakatairanga Tāwāhi | International Prospectus At your orientation, you’ll find out about the support available to you throughout your studies. Some of these are: • equity and disability support • health centre • recreation centre • the student association For a full list of support services, go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/support /get-support

Rainbow support and any further referral will be made with UC Diversity Champions We have a Rainbow Advisor on campus, your knowledge and consent. This team understands diversity, equity, plus other supportive staff, who can www.canterbury.ac.nz/support/needtotalk and differently-abled matters and is here to connect you with other students. make your experience as inclusive as it can www.canterbury.ac.nz/support/get- UC Careers be. You can talk to them openly. support/lgbtqi Our staff are professionally qualified www.canterbury.ac.nz/support/equity and experienced career consultants and Student Care recruitment specialists who are here to help Student Care is your international student students and recent graduates with: support team when you are on campus. • Career development It is your first point of contact when you • CV and cover letter writing need advice on personal wellbeing, cultural • Interview practice transition, visa, and many other questions you might have. The service is confidential, • One-on-one appointments www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers

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Tūranga, the biggest, most modern library in the South Island

Arts Centre Source: ChristchurchNZ

Why Ōtautahi Christchurch?

Ōtautahi Christchurch is What sets Ōtautahi MORE* Aotearoa New Zealand’s Christchurch apart? You are in a city teeming with most affordable major entrepreneurial spirit — for future‑focused, cheaper than city. It is in the iwi sustainable businesses and people who 11% Wellington to live region of Ngāi Tahu, want to do things differently. is the largest city in You’ll find: Te Waipounamu South • New infrastructure Island, and the second • Low traffic congestion cheaper than largest in the country. • Favourable rent-income ratio 15% Auckland to live • Affordable housing Ōtautahi has transformed itself into one of • A collaborative, innovative community the world’s most modern and sustainable • A strong education sector Largest inner cities post-quake, through its strong • Us leading the way in social enterprise city park in the partnership with Ngāi Tūāhuriri as mana #1 whenua. Mana whenua refers to the mana • Meaningful work and balanced lifestyle. southern hemisphere (authority) held by the local hapū or iwi (tribe) over the land or particular area.

The landscape now includes many cultural hours from ocean to narratives of the region in its city streets, mountains spaces, and buildings. 2

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‘I chose UC for the Digital City Work rights strength of the Christchurch leads the way in innovation, You may be allowed to work while you research, and technology, and is home to study, and apply for a post-study work visa. programme and the the country’s largest ICT industry cluster. The conditions of your visa may vary and promising job is subject to change. Refer to government opportunities. UC was very Be job ready websites for the latest information. www.immigration.govt.nz supportive in guiding me Prepare for the Aotearoa New Zealand job market with Canterbury’s Job Ready /new-zealand-visas/apply-for-a-visa towards my career goals.’ Programme. www.christchurchnz.com/study/career- Top education system globally Phuong Nam pathways/job-ready-programme #1 English speaking country for Vietnam preparing students for the future, creating Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Software Engineer at Fidelity National global citizens. Information Services www.christchurchnz.com /study/studying-in-christchurch

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Life in Ōtautahi Christchurch

In Ōtautahi Christchurch, there’s always a way for UC’s unique location students to be part of something exciting — home UC is the only fully purpose-built, self‑contained residential campus in the to multinationals and four major growth country. It’s got the benefit of being distinct industries: aerospace and future transport, health from the rest of Christchurch, yet only 5km tech and resilient communities, food and agritech, away from the city centre. and IT. There are open green spaces where you can take a breather when you’re stressed or just enjoy some beautiful scenery and the 1. UC campus 6. Central business great outdoors. district (CBD) 2. University of Canterbury 10-minute drive from UC Balance out your studies Students’ Association (UCSA) • 4 dual ziplines at Christchurch 7. Port Hills Adventure Park. 3. UC accommodation 20-minute drive from UC • 10 ski fields within two hours’ drive from Christchurch. 4. Asian supermarket 8. Beach • Check out Riverside Market, Port Hills, 20-minute drive from UC and restaurants Banks Peninsula, Akaroa, Hanmer Springs, 15-minute walk from UC plus explore South Island spots like 9. Airport Arthur’s Pass National Park, Kaikōura, 5. Westfield shopping mall 10-minute drive from UC Milford Sound, Queenstown. 5-minute drive from UC 10. UC sports field • There are heaps of stunning walks for all levels of fitness.

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‘I chose New Zealand to make the most of going to university whilst being able to travel and explore. I have kayaked through fiords, seen the intelligence of keas, skied in winter, surfed in summer, and skated around town.’

Elizabeth (Lizzie) UK Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in Mechanical Engineering

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Why Aotearoa New Zealand?

As an international student, you will experience all MORE that Aotearoa New Zealand has to offer, from breathtaking landscapes to dynamic cities, and unlimited outdoor adventure. 1st in Covid-19 response*

Here are some great reasons to study in Aotearoa New Zealand.

most peaceful 2nd country**

for natural 4th environment***

most prosperous 7th country ***

for personal freedom 10th racial minorities***

* Lowy Institute, 2020 ** Global Peace Index, 2020 *** The Legatum Prosperity Index, 2020 12 2022 Whakatairanga Tāwāhi | International Prospectus Marlborough Auckland

Mt Hutt ski field

Kaikōura

Franz Josef Glacier

Hanmer Springs

Queenstown

Milford Sound Wellington

Ōtautahi Christchurch

City Centre Parks and recreation

Akaroa Shopping Sumner Beach Activity on campus

Akaroa image from Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism. Christchurch photos courtesy www.christchurchnz.com and Jo O’Brien.

www.canterbury.ac.nz 13 Getting to UC Am I eligible?

Studying towards a university qualification will be one of the most exciting challenges you will ever face. At UC, we can help you to succeed in reaching your goals.

How do I gain admission to UC? There are two main entry requirements to get into UC: • English language entry requirements • Academic entry requirements (page 16–17).

English language Approved English language test scores for entry to UC entry requirements To study at UC… IELTS (Academic) TOEFL (iBT) English for PEARSONS Before starting your degree at UC, you need Academic (Academic) to provide evidence of your English skills. Purposes (EAP) at CCEL You have met the language requirements if Undergraduate 80 overall you have: 6.0 overall EAP 2 Overall score of 46 studies, Certificates, with 19 in RD, (no section < 5.5) grade C+ (no section < 36) • New Zealand University Entrance through Graduate diplomas* WR, LS NCEA, or 90 overall 6.5 overall EAP 2 Overall score of 56 • an overseas entrance qualification from Postgraduate studies* with 19 in RD, (no section < 6.0) grade B+ (no section < 46) a country where the main language WR, LS is English and the instruction for the qualification was also in English. * Some programmes may require higher test scores. For example, students need to give proof of If you don’t have the above, you will be an IELTS (academic) result (or approved equivalent) of at least 7.0 or 7.5 overall, with no band score below 7.0 or 7.5, for entry into teacher education programmes. required to perform well in one of the approved English language tests listed. NOTE: In some cases, students who can demonstrate successful previous study in an English- speaking environment (for example students from Scandinavia with high grades in their final year www.canterbury.ac.nz/enrol of high school English) may be exempted from a formal English language test. /international/english Entry requirements for CCEL College of English — one of the following scores

Don’t meet the requirements? To study at CCEL… CCEL EAP 1 IELTS Cambridge TOEFL (iBT) To help you meet these requirements, Entry Test (Academic) International Examination UC’s partners offer several preparatory (CIE) programmes, such as: English for Academic • English for Academic Purposes Purposes (EAP 2) for Pass grade C+ pass 5.5 overall FCE pass 46 overall • Foundation Studies Certificate undergraduate studies • University Transfer Programmes. English for Academic Purposes (EAP 2) for Pass grade B pass 6.0 overall FCE pass 60 overall All preparatory programmes are taught postgraduate studies on campus where you will have access to the University’s libraries, computer NOTE: CCEL Entry Test can be taken prior to arrival in Aotearoa New Zealand. labs, language labs, health centre, and sports facilities.

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Undergraduate degree

Education system Entry requirements for undergraduate study AUSTRALIA Year 12 Certificate and ATAR of 74 or higher; or Queensland OP at 12 or lower; or UNSW Foundation — Average C grade (6.5) or better overall BRAZIL One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised university in Brazil CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL www.canterbury.ac.nz/enrol/eligibility EXAMINATIONS (CIE) CANADA www.canterbury.ac.nz/enrol/eligibility CHILE One year of successful study toward an undergraduate degree at a recognised university in Chile CHINA Completed Gaokao with a Tier One score from related provincial authorities; or Completed one year of successful study (70% average) towards a four-year bachelor’s degree at a recognised university; or Completed a Diploma from a recognised university requiring no less than two years to complete (70% average, the Diploma must have sufficient academic content. Applications are considered on a case by case basis) FIJI Fiji Form Seven Examination/Fiji Year 13 Certificate: a total of at least 250 out of 400 over four relevant subjects, with a minimum of 50 in English USP Foundation Year: Successful completion of the USP Foundation Year programme with a grade average of B or higher, and no grades less than C, in the eight required courses FRANCE Baccalauréat Diploma GCE ‘A’ LEVELS 3 A-levels with one A-level at Grade C or above. A result in General Studies cannot be included (Sri Lankan students should refer to Sri Lanka) GERMANY Abitur: Students who have achieved a grade of 13 in the English language paper of the Abitur examination are exempt from taking one of the standard English language tests as proof of their competence in English HONG KONG Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education: Holders of the Diploma must present a score of 15, based on aggregate of the student’s best five subjects (at an average Level 3 in each subject) from any combination of Core and Category A and C electives but excluding Category B (Applied Learning) subjects INDIA An overall average of 75% with a minimum of 60% in English in All-India Senior School Certificate or the Indian School Certificate; or an overall average of 80% with a minimum of 65% in English from one of the following three Indian State Board Year 12 qualifications: (1) Tamil Nadu Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC); (2) Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Higher (Secondary) School Certificate; (3) Karnataka Pre-University Certificate; or one year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised university in India INDONESIA One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised University in Indonesia; or Completion of SMU III with average score of 8.5 or more INTERNATIONAL Successful completion of International Baccalaureate Diploma BACCALAUREATE (IB) IRELAND A Leaving Certificate with passes in five subjects at C level or better in Higher level papers JAPAN One year of successful study toward an undergraduate degree at a recognised university in Japan; or Completion of a Junior College Diploma of 2–3 years duration (Applicants with a Junior College Diploma are likely to gain admission to a general degree programme only); or High School Diploma with a minimum average 3.5 KENYA Certificate of Secondary Education with a minimum of a B average MALAYSIA STPM: Three passes at Principal level (no lower than C) including one at B grade or better; or UEC: A maximum of 20 points over five academic subjects (calculated on the basis that A1 = 1 point, A2 = 2 points, B3 = 3 points etc). Students who have achieved a grade of 4B or better in O-level English (SPM1119) are exempt from taking one of the standard English language tests as proof of their competence in English. Malaysian Matrikulation Certificate: Minimum GPA of 2.5 (Calculated on the basis that A=4.0, A-=3.67, B+=3.33, B=3.0, B-=2.67, C+=2.33, C=2.0, C-=1.67, D+=1.33, D=1.0, F=0) NEPAL One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised university in Nepal

16 2022 Whakatairanga Tāwāhi | International Prospectus AOTEAROA NCEA Level 3 NEW ZEALAND Three subjects — at Level 3 made up of: (University Entrance 14 credits in each of three approved subjects is required through NCEA) Literacy — 10 credits at Level 2 or above made up of: 5 credits in reading 5 credits in writing Numeracy — 10 credits at Level 1 or above made up of: Achievement standards — specified achievement standards available through a range of subjects, or Unit standards — package of three numeracy unit standards (26623, 26626, 26627 — all three required) OMAN One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised university in Oman PAKISTAN One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised university in Pakistan PAPUA NEW GUINEA One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised university in Papua New Guinea RUSSIA One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised university in Russia SAMOA National University of Samoa Foundation Year — a completed Foundation Certificate in one of Arts, Commerce, Education, General, or Science (ie, not Nursing) with a minimum overall grade B3 and a minimum of grade C1 in HEN004 Foundation English SAUDI ARABIA One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised university in Saudi Arabia; or Associate Degree with a GPA of 3.00/5.00 or 2.00/4.00 at a recognised institution SCOTLAND Scottish Highers: four Scottish Highers in academic subjects at Grade C or above SINGAPORE NUS High School Diploma or Singapore GCE A levels: a minimum of three H2 passes at C grade SOLOMON ISLANDS Three or more B grades in the South Pacific Form Seven Certificate. All students must have grade 5 or better in PSSC English (for literacy) and grade 6 or better in PSSC maths (for numeracy) SOUTH AFRICA Applicants must have completed the National Senior Certificate and be eligible to enrol in a bachelor’s degree at a South African university SOUTH KOREA One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised Korean university; or Korean University Entrance Examination with a minimum acceptable score of 80% SOUTH PACIFIC South Pacific Form 7 Certificate with 3 or more B grades in academic subjects with a minimum Grade 5 in PSSC English (for COUNTRIES literacy) and Grade 6 in PSSC Maths (for numeracy) SRI LANKA www.canterbury.ac.nz/enrol/eligibility TAIWAN A satisfactory standard in Senior High School and a Junior College Diploma of at least two years’ duration; or Junior High School and a five year Junior College Diploma; or one year of successful study toward an undergraduate degree at a recognised university in Taiwan THAILAND One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised university in Thailand; or Completion of Matayom 6 with an average score of 3.2 or higher UNITED ARAB One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised university in UAE EMIRATES UNITED KINGDOM ‘A’ and ‘AS’ levels GCSE sat in UK: Five subjects: 2 ‘A’+ 3 GCSE at Grade C or above; or 2 ‘A’ + 2 ‘AS’ + 1 GCSE at Grade C or above; or 1 ‘A’ + 2 ‘AS’ + 2 GCSE at Grade C or above Four subjects: 3 ‘A’ + 1 GCSE at Grade C or above; or 3 ‘A’ + 1 ‘AS’; or 2 ‘A’ + 2 ‘AS’; or 4 ‘AS’ Three subjects: 1 ‘A’ + 2 ‘AS’ Two subjects: 2 ‘A’ UNITED STATES a) High School Diploma or a General Education Development Certificate (GED) with an overall minimum of 580 (145 in each of 4 OF AMERICA subjects); and b) SAT result of at least 1160 or a composite ACT score of 24 or better (SAT scores below 1160 may be considered on a case by case basis). Note: this refers to the new SAT test which includes the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing and Math Assessment; if you completed the previous SAT test, please contact the UC International Relationships Office for details VANUATU Three or more B grades in the South Pacific Form Seven Certificate. All students must have grade 5 or better in VSSC English (for literacy) and grade 6 or better in VSSC maths (for numeracy) VIETNAM One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised university in Vietnam; or National High School Graduation Certificate with a GPA of 8.0

www.canterbury.ac.nz 17 Choose an undergraduate qualification

At UC, we offer a Bachelor of Arts – Major/minor pathway example degree structure Year 1 wide range of degrees, ARTS 102 or ARTS 102 or MAOR 165 or MAOR 165 or 100 100 100 100 100 100 certificates, and diplomas. WRIT 101 WRIT 101 Level Level Level Level Level Level Year 2 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 100 Courses and subjects Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Courses are the building blocks of Year 3 qualifications. Each course belongs to a 300 300 300 300 300 300 200 200 larger subject area (eg, Mathematics offers Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Level courses in algebra). Courses are worth a Compulsory Arts major Arts minor Other Arts Courses from Arts certain number of points. These points courses courses courses courses or other degrees count towards your qualification when you Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more. have passed the course. Three-year degrees This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to require a minimum of 360 points and four- www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations year degrees a minimum of 480 points. Courses are grouped into levels. In your first year, you will study 100-level courses (eg, Bachelor of Commerce – example degree structure ENGL102 is a 100-level course called Great Year 1 Works). You usually have to pass certain ACCT ECON INFO MGMT STAT 100 100 100 courses at 100-level in a subject before 102 100 Level 123 100 101 Level Level Level studying at 200-level in your second year. Year 2 BSNS 200 200 200 200 100 200 200 General degrees 2011 Level Level Level Level Level Level Level General undergraduate degrees Year 3 at UC include: BSNS 300 300 300 300 200 200 300 300 • Bachelor of Arts 299 Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Level • Bachelor of Commerce Zero-points, Commerce core/compulsory Other Commerce Courses from Commerce • Bachelor of Science zero-fees courses courses (minimum requirements) courses or other degrees 1 Or an alternative course as approved by the Dean of Business. • Bachelor of Social and Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more. * Environmental Sustainability This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations • Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership. Bachelor of Science – example degree structure * New degree to Te Pōkai Tara | Universities New Zealand CUAP approval, due December 2021. Year 1 SCIE 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 101 Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Why study a general degree? • The most flexible degrees Year 2 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 100 or 200 • You can study subjects from other areas Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Level eg, you could do a Science degree and also study English or Education Year 3 300 300 300 300 300 300 200 or 300 200 or 300 • You choose a subject to specialise in — Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Level this is called your major. You can also Compulsory Science major Other Science Courses from Science major in two subjects — a double major course courses1 courses or other degrees

• General degrees can be started in 1 Students should allow for more than one potential major subject. Students should check the 100-level requirements for their potential February (Semester 1) and most can also majors as some majors require more than two 100-level courses or enrolment in a complementary subject such as Mathematics. Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more. be started in July (Semester 2). This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations

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Bachelor of Laws – example degree structure Specialist degrees Year 1 These include degrees such as: LAWS LAWS 100 100 100 100 100 101 110 Level1 Level Level Level Level • Bachelor of Communication • Bachelor of Criminal Justice Year 2 LAWS LAWS LAWS LAWS • Bachelor of Data Science 203 204 205 206 • Bachelor of Engineering with Honours Year 3 • Bachelor of Environmental Science LAWS LAWS 300 300 300 300 300 with Honours 202 301 Level Level Level Level Level • Bachelor of Fine Arts Year 4 • Bachelor of Forestry Science 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Level • Bachelor of Health Sciences • Bachelor of Laws Compulsory Law courses Electives Non-Law courses • Bachelor of Music 1 May include CRJU 101 and CRJU 160. Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more. • Bachelor of Product Design This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to Bachelorwww.canterbur ofy.ac.nz/ Productregulations Design – example degree structure • Bachelor of Social Work with Honours Year 1 • Bachelor of Speech and Language PROD 110 or MATH or Pathology with Honours PROD EMTH MGMT 100 100 100 101 ENGR 101 100 Level 100 Level Level Level • Bachelor of Sport Coaching Year 2 • Bachelor of Teaching and Learning MKTG 100 or (Early Childhood or Primary). PROD PROD PROD PROD 2001 2001 ECON 104 or 200 Level 200 Level 200 Level 200 Level Level Level ACCT 102 Year 3 Why study a specialist degree? 200 or 300 Level 200 or 300 Level PROD PROD PROD 300 200 MGMT, MKTG, MGMT, MKTG, • They prepare you for a career in a 300 Level 300 Level 300 Level 3 3 ECON, FINC ECON, FINC Level Level or ACCT2 or ACCT2 particular profession, as well as equipping you with transferable skills applicable to Compulsory Courses required courses for major a range of careers 1 Select courses from the Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering with Honours degrees, depending on chosen major. • Your course of study includes a set list 2 If students have not completed MKTG 100 then at least 15 points of MKTG 200 or 300-level courses. 3 Select 15 points above 200-level from the Bachelor of Engineering with Honours or Bachelor of Science degree schedules. of courses Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more. • Specialist degrees usually start in This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations February (Semester 1) only Bachelor of Sport Coaching – example degree structure • Some specialist degrees have limited Year 1 entry to the first year and require a SPC O SPC O SPC O SPC O SPC O SPC100O 100 Level 100 Level special application. Others, while having 101 102 104 105 110 Level107 or above or above open entry to the first year, require Year 2 students to obtain a certain grade SPCO 201 or SPC O SPC O 200 200 200 200 Level 100 Level average before they can study the second SPCO 302 208 209 Level Level Level or above or above year of the degree. Year 3 www.canterbury.ac.nz/courses SPC O 30 0 30 0 30 0 30 0 30 0 200 Level 200 Level 320 Level Level Level Level Level or above or above

Core courses Courses required Optional for major1 courses

1 You must ensure that you complete the required courses for at least one major. Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more. This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations

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If you don’t quite meet Pathway diagram UC’s English language Postgraduate degree requirements, you can EAP 2 learn English at CCEL. 12 weeks Undergraduate degree Courses are delivered on campus in General English 2-52 weeks Christchurch at the CCEL College of English. † University Transfer Programme (UTP) Year 2 - Bachelor degree Programmes include General English, IELTS 3 semesters Preparation, and English for Academic EAP 1 Purposes (EAP). 12 weeks Foundation Studies Certificate* Year 1 - Bachelor degree Students who successfully complete an 2 semesters EAP 2 programme at CCEL (and meet UC’s academic entry requirements) may transfer to UC’s degree programmes.

CCEL College of English * Foundation Studies Certificate pathways successful students to Year 1 of their degree at UC or to UTP. † UTP is equivalant to Year 1 of the relevant degree from UC. Successful students then pathway to Year 2. +64 3 343 3790 [email protected] www.ccel.co.nz Students may enter UC by successfully • receive extra academic contact to better completing the UCIC Foundation Studies understand each course Certificate, or one of the University Transfer What should I do now? • experience exceptional standards of Programmes available. teaching, with courses that are delivered Once you have familiarised yourself with UCIC programmes are moderated by UC by highly qualified academics. the entry requirements, plan your next to ensure the highest academic quality for Applications that do not meet the steps for securing a place at UC by using those who need to bridge the gap between requirements for direct entry to the checklist on page 49. previous study and university. undergraduate study at UC will be You can also contact our experienced UCIC offers a fully integrated pathway forwarded to UCIC for admission into one of regional managers, who can guide you experience for international students, both their pathway programmes. through this process. in New Zealand and flexible online learning opportunities for students overseas. Foundation Studies Certificate For more information please contact UC International College [email protected] A Foundation Studies Certificate (FSC) allows students to enter into any bachelor’s +64 3 260 4300 UCIC students can: [email protected] degree at UC. www.ucic.ac.nz • live in halls of residence www.ucic.ac.nz/programs/foundation- • access UC resources including libraries, studies-certificate computer labs, recreation facilities, UC International College on-campus accommodation (for students University Transfer Programmes The UC International College (UCIC) might 18 years or older), health services, and UCIC offers University Transfer Programmes be your best option if you don’t quite meet career services (UTPs) where students come direct from UC’s direct academic or English Language • be part of a diverse and vibrant their final year of high school, complete entry requirements. student community UTP and transfer to the second year of their • have access to more than 150 student UC degree. Academic entry requirements clubs on campus To complete a UTP, students study for three For the most up to date information on • be given academic and personal support semesters (12 months) and must complete UCIC's entrance criteria, please visit to reach goals eight courses (UTP Engineering requires www.ucic.ac.nz/admissions-requirements • learn in small classes, complemented by nine courses to be completed). small group tutorials and workshops www.ucic.ac.nz

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International students International tuition fees (estimate only) can apply for a number of Subject Undergraduate Postgraduate PhD# scholarships, are eligible (per 120 points) (non-PhD) (2020 fees) Arts, Social Sciences, Humanities, Languages, NZ$ 28,000 NZ$ 32,000 NZ$ 7,022 for domestic fees for PhD Political Sciences study, and in most cases Business, Economics, Accounting, Finance NZ$ 31,800 NZ$ 30,250 NZ$ 7,351 * are able to work. Speech and Language Pathology NZ$ 39,500 NZ$ 39,500 NZ$ 8,410 Teaching and Learning NZ$ 28,000 NZ$ 32,000 NZ$ 7,022 You will pay two types of fees — tuition fees (Early Childhood, Primary) and non-tuition fees. Fees must be paid in Engineering NZ$ 44,000 NZ$ 44,000 NZ$ 8,459 full for the year during or before enrolment. NZ$ 7,022– The table gives you an estimated cost of Fine Arts, Music NZ$ 33,600 NZ$ 36,500 NZ$ 7,638 a full‑time course of study in 2022 (your actual tuition fee will depend on the mix of Forestry NZ$ 39,500 NZ$ 39,500 NZ$ 8,459 courses you take). Health Sciences NZ$ 35,500 NZ$ 39,500 NZ$ 8,410 See the online Guide to Fees at Law NZ$ 33,600 NZ$ 36,500 NZ$ 7,351 www.canterbury.ac.nz/get-started/fees NZ$ 36,588– Product Design NZ$ 35,000 – NZ$ 37,650 Eligibility for domestic fees NZ$ 7,683– Science NZ$ 35,500 NZ$ 39,500 International PhD students pay domestic NZ$ 8,172 fees if they live in Aotearoa and study under # International PhD students are eligible to pay domestic tuition fees if they are studying and living a New Zealand student visa. in Aotearoa New Zealand. International fees will apply for international PhD students if they are studying away from Aotearoa for more than 365 days during their PhD tenure (COVID allowances are Australian Citizens and Permanent currently in place). Residents are eligible to pay domestic fees if they reside and study in Aotearoa. Additional compulsory fees (2021) Scholarships Student Services Levy^ NZ$ 7.31 (capped at 150 points per academic year) per academic UC offers International First-year point Scholarships (undergraduate studies) to † 17 top-achieving international students. Studentsafe University insurance NZ$ 670 These scholarships provide $15,000 towards ^ See www.canterbury.ac.nz/get-started/fees/student-services-levy fees for full-fee paying international † students’ first year of study at UC. You may Insurance is required for all international students studying in Aotearoa New Zealand. If you do not want Studentsafe-University insurance you must arrange approved insurance that meets the also be eligible for many other first-year * minimum requirements for a travel and medical insurance policy — see page 22 and scholarships. www.canterbury.ac.nz/international/how-do-i-enrol/prepare-for-your-move-to-nz/insurance If you are already studying at an overseas university, but would like to study with us Costs per academic year (Feb–Nov)** — example only for one or two semesters on UC’s Study Abroad programme, you can apply for a Bachelor of Commerce programme (two semesters) NZ$ 31,800 UC International Mobility Inbound Study Student Services Levy (120 points) NZ$ 877 Abroad Award* for up to $5,000 each. Accommodation in halls of residence (eg, Arcady Hall, includes three meals a day) NZ$ 18,403 For a full list of scholarships, including Textbooks and supplies (varies with programme) NZ$ 1,000 master’s and doctoral study, go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/get-started/scholarships TOTAL COSTS NZ$ 51,280 * Conditions apply, refer to government website ** Costs will vary depending on course selection and lifestyle. for current information. www.canterbury.ac.nz/get-started/fees www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/ apply-for-a-visa

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Due to the global pandemic COVID-19 it is important to seek advice before travelling to Aotearoa. You can check with Immigration New Zealand for latest updates on student visa requirements.

Student visa International students who study in Aotearoa New Zealand for longer than three months must have a student visa. When your UC application is approved, you will need to contact Immigration New Zealand to apply for your student visa. See insurance options at Pre-existing medical conditions If possible, you should try to apply three to www.canterbury.ac.nz/international Pre-existing medical conditions are four months before your classes begin. /how-do-i-enrol/prepare-for-your-move- conditions that you have before you enrol to-nz/insurance Full details of student visa requirements, in the plan and can include conditions you financial requirements, rights to The Accident Compensation Corporation were aware of but did not seek treatment employment in Aotearoa while studying are (ACC) provides accident insurance for for. These conditions are not automatically available from Immigration New Zealand. everyone — Aotearoa New Zealand citizens, covered by Studentsafe-University so you residents, and visitors — but you may still must apply to the insurer and receive notice www.immigration.govt.nz be liable for some medical and related of acceptance of such condition(s). You can If you are already on a student visa and you costs. www.acc.co.nz apply for cover by completing an online wish to extend it, you may be able to do medical risk assessment form. this through UC under the Students Online Studentsafe-University insurance programme. You can purchase the Studentsafe- Dental treatment www.canterbury.ac.nz/international University policy when you complete your Dental treatment in Aotearoa New Zealand /how-do-i-enrol/prepare-for-your-move- enrolment. This insurance cost will be is expensive and is generally not covered by to-nz/visas-and-immigration added to your enrolment fees. insurance. However, UCSA has subsidised The policy meets the standards of the dental care for all enrolled students. Medical and travel insurance Education (Pastoral Care of Tertiary and https://ucsa.org.nz/student-support/ Most international students are not International Learners) Code of Practice 2021. advocacy-welfare/ucsa-dental entitled to publicly-funded health services It covers students intending to enrol at in Aotearoa New Zealand, so it’s important UC from the time they leave home (up you have insurance. to 31 days prior to enrolment). The policy Te Rōpū Rapuara | UC Careers www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers To enrol at UC, having medical and covers transit stopovers, but does not cover www.careerhub.canterbury.ac.nz travel insurance while studying is a legal stopovers that are holidays. requirement under the Education (Pastoral Care of Tertiary and International Learners) Code of Practice 2021 www.health.govt.nz

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UC has over 2,600 2022 costs (NZ$)* rooms on campus Self-catered Hall Fully-catered Hall Homestay Private rental of Residence of Residence (3 meals a day, accommodating students (3 meals a day, 7 days a week) of all ages and level of 7 days a week) study. Living amongst Residential fee $7,440–$14,688 $15,170–$21,568 $280 per week $150–$220 per week** Kiwi students, we (48 weeks) (up to 41 weeks) (8 week min.) (52 weeks) Deposit $800 $900–$1,000 $350 placement Up to 4 weeks rent as value the diversity and fee bond, and 1-2 weeks knowledge you bring to rent in advance our student community. Additional Food, contents/ Contents/liability Transport, Food, power, internet, costs liability insurance contents/ furniture, transport, insurance liability contents/liability We recommend you apply for insurance insurance accommodation as soon as you accept your * offer to study at UC. For most halls, accommodation fees are payable by semester ** www.tenancy.govt.nz Your home away from home For more information, see www.canterbury.ac.nz/get-started/fees/cost-of-living With support services and staff on hand, we aim to make your transition to Aotearoa Key 2021 dates Arrival in Christchurch New Zealand life as easy as possible. Online applications for Ensure you have booked accommodation Most rooms are single occupancy with a 1 August accommodation open before arriving in Christchurch. Check small number of self-contained units for a February 2022 start our website for information on arranging for couples. transport to your accommodation. 22 September Applications due for first year All halls of residence provide: 12 noon NZST accommodation in 2022 • fully-furnished room with a bed, desk, 2022 chair, wardrobe, and bookshelf Guaranteed room offer for 1 December students aged 18 and over • heating and power included in fees applying for Ilam Apartments Accommodation • unlimited wi-fi for UC students Guide • study areas and academic tutorials for first-year students View your room online He Arataki Nohonga • social events and activities Videos and 360 panoramas of all halls of residence are available to view on our • Residential Assistants/Tutors supporting website at www.canterbury.ac.nz/life you throughout your stay /accommodation/halls/360-panoramas • dining facilities or furnished apartments with kitchens to self-cater Other accommodation options • laundry and bathroom facilities Students under the age of 18 on arrival • limited car parking and bike storage must apply for homestay, a fully-catered For information on homestay, summer • first-year students can participate in hall of residence, or live with a designated accommodation, temporary accommodation, or inter-hall sports competitions and the caregiver. For homestay information, see the application process for halls, see www.canterbury.ac.nz/publications/ annual Cultural Shield. www.canterbury.ac.nz/life/accommodation/ key-publications/get-started-at-uc/ UC has agreements with specialist homestay-and-private-board accommodation-guide accommodation providers to manage all Accommodation on campus is limited aspects of your accommodation for couples and families. For further Te Ratonga Nohonga experience. Your contract is directly with information, see www.canterbury.ac.nz/ UC Accommodation Services your hall of residence. life/accommodation/couples-and-families T: +64 3 369 3569 E: [email protected] www.canterbury.ac.nz/life/accommodation

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Clubs Day

With 150+ clubs and Find a club TuneSoc societies affiliated to the There are more than 150 clubs and societies TuneSoc is the premier club at UC for all of affiliated to the UCSA, which gives students your musical needs. From tuition to practice UCSA, UC has the most the opportunity to find other people with spaces to live events, we cater to everyone. active clubs of any Aotearoa similar interests or try new things. A favourite with our members are the open New Zealand university. Find the list of clubs at mic and jam nights we throw on a regular www.ucsa.org.nz/clubs/find-a-club basis. They are a fantastic opportunity to The UCSA plays a key role in your engage with a range of local and domestic experience at UC. It is 100% governed by Some featured clubs… students who all appreciate music. students for students, and provides a wide Acoustic music and Battle of the Band Here's a few examples of UC clubs that you range of services. competitions are thrown each year, providing could be involved in: www.ucsa.org.nz an opportunity to perform on the big stage and maybe even take home a prize!

TuneSoc TuneSoc

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2021 Lunar New Year Event hosted by UC Global Society.

UCGS 2021 Quiz Night hosted by The University of Canterbury Global UC Global Society Society (UCGS) has been a hub to connect international and domestic students at UC and has showcased the diversity on campus since it was founded in 2015. We had around 180 members in 2021. We host a variety of social and cultural events throughout the year, such as International Fashion Showcase, Quiz Night, and Monthly Members Meetups. We also host online events to integrate offshore UC students with students on campus. UCGS works closely with the International Relationships Office and other departments at UC to strengthen the understanding between staff and students for a better UC experience. its original purpose: fostering a community the largest clubs on campus, with over All events can be found on UCGS Facebook of students eager to volunteer their time for 1,500 members in 2021. Our members all page — @ucgsnz. Any inquiries please the good of the community. We organise share a common interest in volunteering contact Mengping (2021 UCGS President) — an event nearly every week of the university their time for the good of others, which [email protected] year, which can cater for anywhere between fosters a strong sense of community and 10 to 1,000 volunteers, and includes social wellbeing. We endeavour to provide SVA plantings, beach clean-ups, restoration fun, meaningful, interesting, and impactful The Student Volunteer Army (SVA) has been projects, and weekend camps away from projects for our members to work on, all an icon in the University of Canterbury's the city. Many hands make light work, we the while promoting an environment of club scene since its inception in 2010, when make a huge difference to community community and camaraderie. SVA is what it a small group of students banded together groups by bringing them the volunteers is today thanks to our incredible volunteers, to help deal with the aftermath of the they need to get their projects done! and anyone and everyone studying at UC is devastating Christchurch earthquakes. Now, SVA is a home for students of all fields of welcome to join! a full ten years on, the club is still serving study, age, and nationality. We are one of

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SVA. Pictured is us after an awesome day spent planting native trees at the Tūhaitara Coastal Park, Christchurch. Behind the volunteers you can see just a few of the trees we planted, with their fluorescent green shields!

I chair the International Advisory Group Some examples include: (IAG) which consists of international • Animesoc students across the university who provide • Canterbury Malaysian Students’ feedback and input on international Association student issues. This feeds directly into meetings that I attend about both the • Global China Connection Canterbury international academic and the student • Investment Society experience. • UC Climbing Club The UCSA itself, plays a key role in the • UC Global India Reach student experience at UC. It is 100% governed by students for students, and • UC Postgraduate Students’ Association provides a wide range of services, including • University of Canterbury Chinese academic advocacy and advice, class reps, Students & Scholars Society postgraduate support, the weekly magazine Haere-roa, the UCSA building, is Canta, and a fantastic subsidised dental home to the student clubs, hospitality care programme. Kia ora, and event spaces, and places to relax with On campus, UCSA owns and manages friends. My name is Matt Wong-Kam and I bars, cafés, common rooms, and two early am the Māngai Tāwāhi | International I hope you choose to join us! childhood centres, all of which are for Representative for the University of Ngā mihi, students. Canterbury Students’ Association (UCSA). Matt Join a club and get involved! There are more The primary objective of my role is to www.ucsa.org.nz than 150 clubs and societies affiliated to the ensure that all student voices are heard UCSA, which gives students the opportunity and represented with a specific focus on to find other people with similar interests. international students and to advocate for international students as part of the governing body of the UCSA.

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Bachelor’s degrees

Bachelor of Arts

Subjects (majors only; for minors please see website) Intakes Duration Points Cost per year • Anthropology • European and • Media and • Art History and European Union Communication Theory Studies • Music • Chinese • French • Philosophy • Cinema Studies • Geography • Political Science • Classics • German and International February NZ$ 30,725 per • Cultural Studies • History Relations 3 years 360 • Economics • Human Services • Psychology or July 120 points • Education • Japanese • Russian • English • Linguistics • Sociology • English Language • Māori and • Spanish Indigenous Studies • Statistics • Mathematics • Te Reo Māori

Specialisations Intakes Duration Points Cost per year • Creative Industries and • International Affairs Contemporary Practice • Language, Brain and Behaviour February NZ$ 30,725 per 3 years 360 • Cultural Heritage • Philosophy, Politics and Economics or July 120 points • Global Societies and Cultures • Society, Diversity and Change

July start subject to course availability. You can choose to do a minor from the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Sport Coaching, or Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership. See the respective degree webpages for a full list of minors.

Bachelor of Communication

Subjects Intakes Duration Points Cost per year • Communication Strategy and Practice • Journalism NZ$ 29,925 • Political Communication February or July 3 years 360 per 120 points • Tauwhitinga Māori: Māori Communication Strategy and Practice

February intake is strongly recommended for international students due to the structure of the courses.

Bachelor of Fine Arts

Subjects Intakes Duration Points Cost per year • Film • Graphic Design • Painting NZ$ 33,075 February 4 years 480 • Photography • Sculpture per 120 points

Applications close 15 November.

Understanding study costs Fees are subject to change, so you should Postgraduate tuition fees are based on the in the qualification tables consult the UC webpage for latest fees. qualification you enrol in. www.canterbury.ac.nz/get-started/fees The tables on pages 29–33 show the In addition to tuition fees, students are approximate cost of studying each Undergraduate tuition fees are based on liable for non-tuition fees — see page 21. qualification offered at UC for 2022. the courses taken during the year — see page 21.

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Bachelor of Music

Subjects Intakes Duration Points Cost per year • Composition • Creative Music Technology NZ$ 34,500 February 3 years 360 • Music Studies • Performance* per 120 points

* Applications should be made no later than 20 September. Early auditions begin 22 August.

Bachelor of Social Work with Honours

Qualification Intakes Duration Points Cost per year • Bachelor of Social Work with Honours February or July 4 years 480 NZ$ 30,725

It is highly recommended that first-year students begin their BSW(Hons) degree in February. July start subject to course availability. Students wanting to begin in July will need to contact the BSW(Hons) Coordinator to organise their programme schedule and fees.

Graduate diplomas

Graduate Diploma in Arts

Subjects Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Anthropology • European and • Media • Art History and European Union Communication Theory Studies • Music • Cinema Studies • Geography • Philosophy • Classics • History • Political Science and • Cultural Studies • Human Services International 1 year NZ$ 28,800 • Education • Linguistics Relations February or July 120 • English • Māori and • Psychology • English Language Indigenous Studies • Sociology • Mathematics • Statistics • Chinese • Japanese • Spanish • French • Music • Te Reo Māori 1 year ** NZ$ 28,000 • German • Russian plus

July start subject to course availability. ** The length of time is dependent on student’s level of language proficiency at the time of start of qualification.

Other Diplomas Subjects Intakes Duration Points Total cost

1 year–18 • Graduate Diploma in Journalism February (full-time) months 120 NZ$ 28,800 • Graduate Diploma in Strategic Communication February or July 1 year

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Bachelor of Arts with Honours

Subjects (majors only) Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Anthropology • French • Music • Art History • Geography • Philosophy • Chinese • German • Political Science • Cinema Studies • History and International • Classics • Human Services Relations • Cultural Studies • Japanese • Psychology February or July 1 year 120 NZ$ 30,725 • Economics • Linguistics • Russian • Education • Mathematics • Sociology • English • Media and • Spanish • European Studies Communication • Statistics

Students will generally require a bachelor’s degree in the same subject for entry to the BA(Hons). The total cost may vary depending on your choice of major.

Bachelor of Music with Honours

Subjects Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Bachelor of Music with Honours February 1 year 120 TBC

Postgraduate diplomas

Postgraduate Diploma in Arts

Subjects Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Anthropology • European Studies • Political Science and • Applied Translation • French International and Interpreting • Geography Relations • Art History • German • Psychology • Art Theory • History • Russian • Chinese • Human Services • Social Work • Cinema Studies • Japanese • Sociology February or July 1 year 120 NZ$ 28,200 • Classics • Linguistics • Spanish • Cultural Studies • Mathematics • Statistics • Digital Humanities • Media and • Economics Communication • Education • Music • English • Philosophy

July start subject to course availability. Students will generally require a bachelor’s degree in the same subject for entry. The total cost may vary depending on your choice of major.

Other diplomas

Qualifications Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Postgraduate Diploma in Art Curatorship February or July NZ$ 28,200 1 year 120 • Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Arts February NZ$ 37,500

July start subject to course availability.

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Master’s degrees

Master of Arts

Subjects Intakes Duration Points Cost per year • Anthropology • French • Music • Art History • Geography • Philosophy • Digital Humanities • German • Political Science • Chinese • History and International 18 NZ$ 33,000 • Classics • Human Services Relations February 180 • Cultural Studies • Japanese • Russian months per 120 points • Economics • Linguistics • Sociology • English • Media and • European Studies Communication

July start subject to course availability. The cost per year may vary depending on your choice of major. The 180-point Master of Arts comprises 120 points of courses and a 60-point dissertation. The Master of Arts (Thesis) comprises a 120-point thesis in a chosen subject, following on from a BA(Hons) in the same subject.

Master of Arts (Thesis)

Subjects Intakes Duration Points Cost per year • Anthropology • European Studies • Music • Art History • French • Philosophy • Art Theory • Geography • Psychology • Child and Family • German • Political Science Psychology • History and International • Chinese • Human Services Relations • Cinema Studies • Japanese • Russian NZ$ 33,000 Beginning of month 1–2 years 120 • Classics • Linguistics • Sociology per 120 points • Cultural Studies • Māori and Indigenous • Spanish • Economics Studies • Statistics • Education • Mathematics • Te Reo Māori • English • Media and Communication

Master of Fine Arts

Subjects Intakes Duration Points Cost per year • Film • Graphic Design • Painting NZ$ 37,500 February 1 year 120 • Photography • Sculpture per 120 points

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Other degrees

Qualifications Intakes Duration Points Cost per year 12-18 NZ$ 28,200 • Master of Applied Translation and Interpreting February 180 months per 120 points 12-18 NZ$ 28,200 • Master of European Union Studies February or July 180 months per 120 points NZ$ 28,200 • Master of International Relations and Diplomacy February 1 year 180 per 120 points NZ$ 28,200 • Master of Linguistics February or July 1 year 180 per 120 points NZ$ 37,500 • Master of Music Beginning of month 1 year 120 per 120 points NZ$ 28,200 • Master of Policy and Governance February or July 1 year 180 per 120 points NZ$ 28,200 • Master of Social Work Beginning of month* 1 year 120 per 120 points NZ$ 28,200 • Master of Social Work (Applied) February 2 years 240 per 120 points 1 year (Feb) or NZ$ 28,200 • Master of Strategic Communication February or July 180 1.5 years per 120 points (July) 12-18 NZ$ 28,200 • Master of Writing February or July 180 months per 120 points * December and January starts are not recommended. July start subject to course availability.

PhD degrees

Qualifications Intakes Duration Points Cost per year • Doctor of Musical Arts 3 years PhD students pay domestic tuition Beginning of fees based on the subject of your 3-4 360 • Doctor of Philosophy every month PhD research — www.canterbury.ac.nz/ years get-started/fees/int-postgrad-fees

Please note: All qualification fees are subject to change for 2022, so you should consult the UC webpage for latest fees. www.canterbury.ac.nz/get-started/fees

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Bachelor’s degrees

Bachelor of Commerce

Subjects (majors only; for minors please see website) Intakes Duration Cost per year

• Accounting • Information Systems • Strategy and • Economics • International Entrepreneurship • Finance Business • Taxation and • Human Resource • Management Accounting February or July 3 years NZ$ 32,975 Management • Marketing • Tourism Marketing • Operations and and Management Supply Chain Management

You can choose to do a minor from the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Sport Coaching,or Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership. See the respective degree webpages for a full list of minors.

Graduate diplomas

Graduate Diploma in Commerce

Subjects Intakes Duration Cost per year • Accounting • Economics • Finance February or July 1 year NZ$ 31,800 • Information Systems • Management • Marketing

July start subject to course availability.

Postgraduate diplomas

Qualifications Intakes Duration Total Cost • Postgraduate Diploma in Business February and August 1 year NZ$ 31,800 • Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration February 1 year NZ$ 31,800 • Postgraduate Diploma in Business Information Systems February and August 1 year NZ$ 31,800 • Postgraduate Diploma in Information Systems and Technology February and July 1 year NZ$ 31,800

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Master’s degrees

Qualifications Intakes Duration Points Total Cost 12–13 • Master of Applied Finance and Economics January 180 NZ$ 47,700 months 16 • Master of Business Administration February 180 NZ$ 47,700 months 15 • Master of Business Information Systems February and August 180 NZ$ 47,700 months 18–22 • Master of Professional Accounting February and August 240 NZ$ 63,600 months

Master of Business

Subjects Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Management • Financial Management 15 January and August 180 NZ$ 47,700 • Marketing months • Sustainable Supply Chain Management

Master of Commerce

Subjects Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Accounting February • Information Systems

• Economics 12–18 180 NZ$ 47,700 • Finance months • Management February and July • Marketing • Taxation

The Master of Commerce does NOT offer a coursework-only option. All students must complete a thesis or dissertation. Applicants who begin Marketing or Management subjects in July will normally need to spend 3 semesters (18 months) to complete the MCom. This is because there are mandatory courses which begin in February only. If you intend to start in July, please be aware that this will incur an additional 6 months of tuition fees and other expenses.

PhD degrees

Subjects Intakes Duration Points Total cost PhD students pay domestic tuition Beginning of 3–4 fees based on the subject of your • Doctor of Philosophy 360 every month years PhD research — www.canterbury.ac.nz/ get-started/fees/int-postgrad-fees

Please note: All qualification fees are subject to change for 2022, so you should consult the UC webpage for latest fees. www.canterbury.ac.nz/get-started/fees

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Bachelor’s degrees

Qualifications Intakes Duration Points Cost per year

• Bachelor of Teaching and Learning (Early Childhood) NZ$ 28,800 February per 120 points • Bachelor of Teaching and Learning (Primary) 3 years 360 February NZ$ 30,138 • Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership* or July per 120 points

* You can choose to do a minor from the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Sport Coaching, or Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership. See the respective degree webpages for a full list of minors.

Graduate diplomas

Qualifications Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning (Early Childhood) NZ$ 29,000 • Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning January 1 year 150 NZ$ 29,000 (endorsed in Primary or Secondary)

Postgraduate diplomas

Postgraduate Diploma in Education

Endorsements Intakes Duration Points Total cost • e-Learning and Digital Technologies in Education • Inclusive and Special Education • Leadership February or July 1 year 120 NZ$ 33,000 • Literacy • Positive Behaviour Support • Teaching and Learning Languages

July start subject to course availability.

Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning

Endorsements Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Primary NZ$ 33,750 February 1 year 150 • Secondary NZ$ 33,750

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Master’s degrees

Master of Education

Endorsements Intakes Duration Points Total cost Master of Education (Thesis) First day of month 1–2 years 120 $33,000 • Curriculum and Pedagogy • e-Learning and Digital Technologies in Education • Inclusive and Special Education February, 18 • Leadership 180 NZ$ 49,500 July, or November months • Literacy • Positive Behaviour Support • Teaching and Learning Languages

July and November starts subject to availability.

Master of Teaching and Learning

Endorsements Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Primary January 1 year 180 NZ$ 40,500 • Secondary

Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Qualification Intakes Duration Points Total cost February , July, • Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages 1 year 180 NZ$ 40,500 or November

PhD degrees

Qualifications Intakes Duration Points Total cost 4–6 • Doctor of Education 1 March PhD students pay domestic tuition Years fees based on the subject of your 360 Beginning of 3–4 PhD research — www.canterbury.ac.nz/ • Doctor of Philosophy every month years get-started /fees/int-postgrad-fees

Please note: All qualification fees are subject to change for 2022, so you should consult the UC webpage for latest fees. www.canterbury.ac.nz/get-started/fees

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Diploma in Global Humanitarian Engineering

Qualification Intakes Duration Points Cost per year • Diploma in Global Humanitarian Engineering February or July 1 year 120 NZ$ 23,975 (Only offered in conjunction with Bachelor of Engineering with Honours)

Bachelor’s degrees

Bachelor of Engineering with Honours

Subjects Intakes Duration Points Cost per year NZ$ 41,813 First-year Engineering 1 year 120 per 120 points Second to Fourth Year Engineering disciplines: • Chemical and Process Engineering Minors: Bioprocess Engineering, Energy Processing Technologies, and Environmental Process Engineering • Civil Engineering Minors: Water and Environmental Systems Engineering, and Structural Engineering • Computer Engineering February NZ$ 45,000 Minor: Communications and Network Engineering 3 years 360 per 120 points • Electrical and Electronic Engineering Minor: Power Engineering • Forest Engineering • Mechanical Engineering Minors: Aerospace Engineering,* and Biomedical Engineering • Mechatronics Engineering • Natural Resources Engineering • Software Engineering

* New minor subject to Te Pōkai Tara | Universities New Zealand CUAP approval, due December 2021.

Bachelor of Forestry Science

Qualification Intakes Duration Points Cost per year NZ$ 38,500 per 120 points (Indicative fee — total • Bachelor of Forestry Science February or July 4 years 480 tuition fee will depend on your course selection (banded) ).

Bachelor of Product Design

Subjects Intakes Duration Points Cost per year NZ$ 38,600 • Industrial Product Design per 120 points February or July 3 years 360 • Applied Immersive Game Design NZ$ 37,538 • Chemical Formulation Design per 120 points

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Postgraduate diplomas

Qualifications Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Data Science NZ$ 31,800 February or July 1 year 120 • Postgraduate Diploma in Forestry NZ$ 40,000

Master’s degrees

Qualifications Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Master of Applied Data Science February or July 1 year 180 NZ$ 47,700

• Master of Engineering in Fire Engineering* February 16–36 months 210 NZ$ 78,750

February, May, 12–15 NZ$ 48,236 • Master of Engineering Management 180 or September months (includes MEM project fee)

• Master of Forestry Science February or July 1 year 240 NZ$ 80,000

12–14 • Master of Human Interface Technology February 120 NZ$ 45,000 months

• Master of Product Design February or July 18 months 180 NZ$ 54,750

• Master of Product Innovation February or July 18 months 180 NZ$ 54,750

Master of Architectural Engineering

Subjects Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Integrated Building Design February or August

• Building Services and Energy Engineering 1 year 120 NZ$ 45,000 (to be confirmed for 2022 start) August • Structural Engineering

Master of Civil Engineering (Coursework-based)

Subjects Intakes Duration Points Total cost

• Earthquake Engineering • Unendorsed February or July

• Construction Management • Digital Civil Engineering (2023 start) • Geotechnical Engineering • Renewable Energy 1 year 120 NZ$ 45,000 • Smart Infrastructure (2023 start) February • Structural Fire Engineering* • Structural Engineering • Transportation Engineering • Water Engineering

* A student who does not have an appropriate background in fire engineering may be required to take ENGR 403 Introduction to Fire Engineering in January prior to being approved into the programme. ** Master of Civil Engineering (Renewable Energy) is for students with a civil engineering background. If you don’t have a civil background, consider the Master of Engineering Studies (Renewable Energy).

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Master of Engineering (Research Focused)

Subjects Intakes Duration Points Cost per year

• Chemical and Process Engineering • Electrical and Electronic Engineering First day of month • Mechanical Engineering • Software Engineering NZ$ 44,000 1–3 years 120 • Bioengineering per 120 points • Civil Engineering** February or July* • Earthquake Engineering

• Construction Management February

Students may be required to take up to 45 points of coursework. * July and November starts subject to availability. ** Master of Civil Engineering (Renewable Energy) is for students with a civil engineering background. If you don’t have a civil background, consider the Master of Engineering Studies (Renewable Energy).

Professional Master of Computer Science

Qualification Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Professional Master of Computer Science February 1 year 180 NZ$ 60,000

PhD degrees

Qualification Intakes Duration Points Total cost PhD students pay domestic tuition fees Beginning of 3–4 based on the subject of your PhD research • Doctor of Philosophy 360 every month years — www.canterbury.ac.nz/get-started/ fees/int-postgrad-fees

Please note: All qualification fees are subject to change for 2022, so you should consult the UC webpage for latest fees. www.canterbury.ac.nz/get-started/fees

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Bachelor’s degrees

Bachelor of Health Sciences

Majors Intakes Duration Points Cost per year • Health Education NZ$ 33,613 • Māori and Indigenous Health February or July 3 years 360 per 120 • Psychology points • Public Health

You can choose to do a minor from the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Sport Coaching, or Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership. See the respective degree webpages for a full list of minors.

Bachelor of Sport Coaching

Majors Intakes Duration Points Cost per year • Performance Analysis • Physical Education NZ$ 31,688 • Sport Science February or July 3 years 360 per 120 points • Sports Leadership and Management • Strength and Conditioning with Nutrition

You can choose to do a minor from the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Sport Coaching, or Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership. See the respective degree webpages for a full list of minors.

Postgraduate diplomas

Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences

Endorsements Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Environment and Health • Health and Community • Health Leadership and Management* February or July • Health Information Management 1 year 120 NZ$ 27,000 • Taha Hinengaro — Health and Wellbeing Practice • Health Behaviour Change February • Palliative Care

* New endorsement subject to Te Pōkai Tara | Universities New Zealand CUAP approval, due December 2021.

Postgraduate Diploma in Sport Science

Qualification Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Postgraduate Diploma in Sport Science February 1 year 120 NZ$ 40,000

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Master’s degrees

Qualifications Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Master of Counselling February 2–4 years 240 NZ$ 80,000 • Master of Sport Science February 18 months 180 NZ$ 60,000

The Master of Counselling is a limited-entry programme and applications for the selection and interview process close on 1 October of the year preceding entry. Please ensure you complete the Application for Entry form and apply for admission to the University several weeks before this date to allow time for your application to be processed.

Master of Health Sciences

Endorsements Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Environment and Health • Health and Community • Health Behaviour Change February or July 2 years 240 NZ$ 80,000 • Health Information Management • Health Leadership and Management* • Palliative Care

Master of Health Sciences Professional Practice

Endorsements Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Environment and Health • Health and Community • Health Behaviour Change * February or July NZ$ 45,500 • Health Leadership and Management 18 180 • Health Information Management months • Palliative Care UC fees + Ara • Nursing February fees

For Nursing, please first apply to the Bachelor of Nursing at Ara. Once you have received a conditional offer for this programme, you can then submit your application to UC. * New endorsement subject to Te Pōkai Tara | Universities New Zealand CUAP approval, due December 2021.

Master of Science

Subject Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Child and Family Psychology February 2 years varies TBC

PhD degrees

Qualification Intakes Duration Points Total cost Beginning of 3–4 • Doctor of Philosophy PhD students pay domestic tuition every month years fees based on the subject of your 360 4–6 PhD research — www.canterbury.ac.nz/ • Doctor of Health Sciences February years get-started/fees/int-postgrad-fees

Please note: All qualification fees are subject to change for 2022, so you should consult the UC webpage for latest fees. www.canterbury.ac.nz/get-started/fees

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Bachelor’s degrees

Qualifications Intakes Duration Points Cost per year NZ$ 32,150 per • Bachelor of Criminal Justice 3 years 360 120 points February NZ$ 30,938 • Bachelor of Laws 4 years 480 per 120 points

Graduate diplomas

Graduate Diploma in Criminal Justice

Qualification Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Graduate Diploma in Criminal Justice February 1–2 years 120 NZ$ 28,800

Master’s degrees

Qualifications Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Master of Criminal Justice February 1 year 180 NZ$ 49,500 • Master of Laws February 1–2 years 120 NZ$ 37,500 • Master of Laws (International Law and Politics)

PhD degrees

Qualification Intakes Duration Points Total cost PhD students pay domestic tuition Beginning of 3–4 fees based on the subject of your PhD • Doctor of Philosophy 360 every month years research — www.canterbury.ac.nz/get- started/fees/int-postgrad-fees

Please note: All qualification fees are subject to change for 2022, so you should consult the UC webpage for latest fees. www.canterbury.ac.nz/get-started/fees

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Bachelor’s degrees

Bachelor of Science

Subjects (majors only; for minors please see website) Intakes Duration Points Cost per year • Astronomy • Environmental • Mathematics • Biochemistry Science • Medicinal Chemistry • Biological Sciences • Finance • Philosophy NZ$ 37,563 • Chemistry • Financial Engineering • Physics February or July 3 years 360 per 120 points • Computer Science • Geography • Psychology • Economics • Geology • Statistics • Linguistics

The cost per year may vary depending on your choice of major. You can choose to do a minor from the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Sport Coaching, or Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership. See the respective degree webpages for a full list of minors.

Bachelor of Speech and Language Pathology with Honours

Qualification Intakes Duration Points Cost per year NZ$ 35,575 • Bachelor of Speech and Language Pathology with Honours February 4 years 480 per 120 points

Bachelor of Data Science

Subjects (majors only) Intakes Duration Points Cost per year

• Bioinformatics • Computational • Population Health February NZ$ 37,563 • Business Analytics* Linguistics Data Science 3 years 360 or July per 120 points • Data Science • Spatial Data Science

* New subject to Te Pōkai Tara | Universities New Zealand CUAP approval, due December 2021.

Bachelor of Environmental Science with Honours

Subjects (majors only) Intakes Duration Points Cost per year

• Ecosystem Health • Environmental • Environmental and Biosecurity Change Hazards and February NZ$ 36,500 4 years 480 • Freshwater • Environmental Disasters or July per 120 points Contamination • Sustainable Coasts

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Bachelor of Science with Honours

Subjects Intakes Duration Points Total cost

• Astronomy • Ecology • Mathematics and • Biochemistry • Economics Philosophy • Biological Sciences • Economics and • Mathematics and • Biotechnology Mathematics Statistics • Cellular and • Environmental • Mathematical Molecular Biology Science Physics NZ$ February • Chemistry • Finance and • Medical Physics 1 year 120 36,500– or July • Computational Mathematics • Microbiology 40,000 and Applied • Finance and Statistics • Physics Mathematical • Financial Engineering • Psychology Sciences • Geography • Statistics • Computer Science • Geology • Data Science • Mathematics

The total cost may vary depending on your choice of major. July starts are subject to availability of courses.

Graduate diplomas

Graduate Diploma in Science

Subjects Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Astronomy • Economics • Medicinal Chemistry • Biochemistry • Finance • Philosophy • Biological Sciences • Geography • Physics February 1 year 120 NZ$ 36,500 • Chemistry • Geology • Psychology or July • Computer Science • Linguistics • Statistics • Data Science • Mathematics

July starts are subject to availability of courses. The duration and points may vary depending on the subject.

Postgraduate diplomas

Qualifications Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Data Science February or July 1 year 120 NZ$ 31,800

• Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology February 3 years 264 NZ$ 88,000

• Postgraduate Diploma in Geospatial Science and Technology February or July 1 year 120 NZ$ 40,000 • Postgraduate Diploma in Water Resource Management

• Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy February 2 years 120 NZ$ 40,000

The Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology is a limited-entry programme, with only 10-12 places each year. Applications close on 20 September for the February intake of 2022. Please ensure you apply several weeks before this date, to allow time for your application to be processed. ALL students must appear in Aotearoa New Zealand, in person, for a series of interviews the year before entry (at their own expense) subject to course availability. The Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy is a limited-entry programme, with only 24 places a year. Applications close on 30 November. Late applications may be considered but subject to availability of placements.

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Postgraduate Diploma in Science

Subjects Intakes Duration Points Total cost • Astronomy • Computer Science • Mathematics • Biochemistry • Data Science • Medical Physics • Biological Sciences • Ecology • Microbiology • Biotechnology • Economics • Philosophy February • Cellular and • Environmental • Physics 1 year 120 NZ$ 40,000 Molecular Biology Science • Psychology or July • Chemistry • Finance • Statistics • Child and • Geography Family Psychology • Geology

July starts are subject to availability of courses.

Master’s degrees

Qualifications Intakes Duration Points Total cost NZ$ 64,538 • Master of Antarctic Studies July or November 1 year 180 (includes field trip)

• Master of Applied Data Science February or July 1 year 180 NZ$ 47,700

• Master of Audiology February 2 years 240 NZ$ 80,000

• Master of Disaster Risk and Resilience February or July 1 year 180 NZ$ 56,250

• Master of Financial Engineering February 1 year 180 NZ$ 60,000

• Master of Spatial Analysis for Public Health 12-18 February 180 NZ$ 60,000 months

• Master of Speech and Language Pathology February 2 years 240 NZ$ 75,000

• Master of Urban Resilience and Renewal February 1 year 180 NZ$ 60,000

• Master of Water Resource Management February or July 1–2 years 240 NZ$ 80,000

• Professional Master of Computer Science February 1 year 180 NZ$ 60,000

• Professional Master of Engineering Geology February 1 year 180 NZ$ 56,250

• Professional Master of Geospatial Science February or July 1 year 180 NZ$ 60,000 and Technology

For Master of Audiology and Master of Speech and Language Pathology, please note applications close on 1 October, but those received before 1 August may be considered for early admission. Final application results may not be available until November. If you are also applying for admission to the university, please ensure you apply several weeks before this date to allow time for your application to be processed. Entry to Professional Master of Engineering Geology is limited to 30 students per year and by special application by 12 January.

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Master of Science

Subjects Intakes Duration Points Cost per year Thesis only • Antarctic Studies NZ$ 40,000 • Disaster Risk and Resilience First day of the month 1–2 years varies per 120 points • Engineering Geology • Speech and Language Sciences

• Astronomy • Data Science • Medical Physics • Biotechnology • Ecology • Medical Physics • Biological Sciences • Economics (Clinical) • Cellular and Molecular • Environmental • Microbiology NZ$ 40,000 Biology Science • Philosophy February or July 1–2 years varies • Computational and • Finance • Physics per 120 points Applied Mathematical • Geography • Psychology Sciences • Geology • Statistics • Computer Science • Mathematics

• Industrial and • Biochemistry • Child and NZ$ 40,000 Organisational • Chemistry Family Psychology February 1–2 years varies Psychology per 120 points

July starts are subject to availability of courses.

PhD degrees

Qualification Intakes Duration Points Total cost PhD students pay domestic tuition fees Beginning of every 3–4 based on the subject of your PhD research • Doctor of Philosophy 360 month years — www.canterbury.ac.nz/get-started/ fees/int-postgrad-fees

Please note: All qualification fees are subject to change for 2022, so you should consult the UC webpage for latest fees. www.canterbury.ac.nz/get-started/fees

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UC has flexible pathways. Academic Skills Centre (ASC) LEARN page if you can’t attend the online You can start your degree ASC runs specific workshops for online programme, so you can still reach out to students, has Zoom appointments, and other students. online or with one of our extended hours for different timezones. pathway partners and Student Care come to campus later. UC Library You can book a confidential virtual/phone Ask Live is the UC library’s chat service for appointment during standard office hours (9am–4.30pm NZ time) with Student Care We offer support for online learning, all questions. There are also online resources to guide you on issues that might impact readily accessible to you from where you and research databases available to support your studies. If you have immediate health choose to study. your studies and research. and wellbeing concerns, please contact your www.canterbury.ac.nz/international/online- local health professionals. to-on-campus/online-learning-support Student support We have dedicated support staff for our UCSA Advocacy and Welfare E-learning resources online students, including WeChat and UCSA Advocacy and Welfare service Our online learning platform called LEARN WhatsApp chats. You will be invited to these provides free, confidential, and independent helps manage your online studies. You’ll groups after you accept your UC offer. advice to students on a wide range of have access to your course material, course issues like academic, financial, wellbeing, calendar, and other resources including Online Orientation and more. You can reach out to the UCSA your lecturer’s notes and slides. This includes info sessions for all new International Student Representative at online students. It’s an important way to [email protected] Academic support prepare yourself for university and learn how to access all the UC resources available UC Careers Student Advisors to you. UC Careers helps students with building a CV, preparing for an interview, and finding Reach out to student advisors for Online Student Mentors study planning, course options, special student jobs, internships and graduate applications, and other study enquiries. Our online mentoring programme is a positions. You are automatically registered way for you to connect with other online with UC Careers when you enrol at UC and students and study buddies. You become you can continue to use the service even part of the student community and the after you graduate. wider campus. There is also a dedicated www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers

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To secure your place at UC, simply follow the steps below. For more details, email [email protected] or visit www.canterbury.ac.nz/international

Choose your qualification UC offers more than 120 different qualifications across many academic fields of study. See pages 29–47 to see what 1. qualification could be right for you. Some qualifications require a special application or have a limited number of places. www.canterbury.ac.nz/enrol/special

Check your eligibility Before you can enrol at UC you must meet UC’s admission and English language requirements. See pages 15–22 2. to check what you need or visit https://checkwhatyouneed.canterbury.ac.nz If you are unsure, email [email protected] or call +64 3 364 3443

Get advice from an expert Before applying, it is wise to consult with a UC representative. They can give you advice about qualifications, admissions, visas, fees, 3. accommodation, and travel. www.canterbury.ac.nz/international/contact-us You can also ‘Ask a question’ online at www.canterbury.ac.nz/international

Apply for admission If you have an overseas qualification, you need to apply for admission online first at myUC (https://myuc.canterbury.ac.nz). 4. We recommend you apply as early as possible in advance of your intended start date to allow for visa and other arrangements. Once you have done this, we will contact you by email about any further information required.

Receive an Offer of Place 5. If your application for admission is successful, we will send you an Offer of Place letter, which will include a pro-forma invoice with instructions on how to pay your tuition fees.

Accept your offer and select your courses Accept your offer and confirm your place at UC by paying a deposit of NZD $500, or your tuition fees in full. 6. For information on how to pay fees, see www.canterbury.ac.nz/get-started/fees/pay-your-fees Contact a Student Advisor at your respective college for course advice or go online at my UC (https://myuc.canterbury.ac.nz) to select your courses. Your courses will be checked by the relevant college, school, or department.

Be ready to apply for a Student Visa Prepare now and be ready to apply for a student visa once the New Zealand border re-opens. 7. Please seek advice before travelling to New Zealand. You can check updates about New Zealand border regulations and student visa requirements at www.immigration.govt.nz. See page 22 for more advice.

Come along to International Orientation UC offers a dedicated orientation programme to prepare international students for their first semester in February or July.* 8. You can attend either in-person or online. You can register for the International Welcome and Orientation at www.canterbury.ac.nz/international/how-do-i-enrol/welcome

Complete your enrolment 9. All international students can enrol in person or online. International enrolment takes place in the week before your lectures start. www.canterbury.ac.nz/enrol/international/inperson

Enjoy life at UC 10 . You did it! Now come and experience what it means to be a student at UC.

* Orientation events take place for research-only students every month. See https://ucsa.org.nz/events/upcoming-events for dates.

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