University of Canterbury

University Of Canterbury Christchruch New Zealand 2025

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  • Updated On: Mar 18,2025 12:42 PM IST

University of Canterbury Overview

Established in 1873 Canterbury College, as it was then known, was only the second university in Aotearoa New Zealand. Canterbury College was renamed Canterbury University College in 1933 before becoming the University of Canterbury in 1957. 


Why University of Canterbury?

UC is proud to have been serving our communities for over 150 years. We have 60 international partner universities, over 3,000 employer connections, and up to 75 senior international academics visiting each year. Find out more about what's special about UC, including notable alumni like Ernest Rutherford.

University Facts

Established in 1957

Programmes 303 Available

Total Students 22734+

Total Int. Students 6000+

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