Program Overview

University of Canterbury Programs

The University of Canterbury offers a wide range of programs for students.

About UC

The University of Canterbury has a strong reputation for academic excellence and innovative research.

Study Options

The university provides various study options, including:

• Qualifications
• Subjects
• Academic study options
• Transition programmes
• Other study options
• UC Graduate School
• School & community outreach
• Library

Faculties

The University of Canterbury comprises several faculties, including:

• Arts
• Business
• Education
• Engineering
• Health
• Law
• Science

Centre for Entrepreneurship (UCE)

The Centre for Entrepreneurship offers various programs, including:

• UCE Disrupt Challenge Series
• Summer Startup
• INOV290
• UC FoundX
• Makerspace
• Clubs
• Support UCE
• ThincLab Canterbury

UCE Disrupt Challenge Series

The UCE Disrupt Challenge Series is a 48-hour challenge where students work in teams to create solutions to real-world problems posed by partner organisations.

• Inclusive UC Challenge 2025
• Sport Marketing Challenge 2022
• Inclusive UC Challenge
• Future of Health Challenge 2024
• 2025 Future of Health Disrupt Challenge
• Breaking Ground Disrupt Challenge 2026

Research

The University of Canterbury is committed to innovative research and has various research groups and projects, including:

• Research groups and centres
• Research specialities and projects
• Resources & facilities
• Contact Research and Innovation
• Library
• Research facilities and equipment
• Field stations
• IP and commercialisation

News and Events

The university regularly updates its news and events, including:

• Latest News
• Events
• Regular events and celebrations

Student Life

The University of Canterbury provides a supportive and inclusive environment for students, with various resources and services, including:

• Accommodation
• Communities and clubs
• Facilities
• Sports, fitness and recreation
• Student life
• Support and wellbeing
• Accessibility
• Financial support
• Safety and security
• Careers for students
• IT Services & software
• Student ID | Canterbury Card
• Sustainability
• For Alumni
• Parking Information