University of Canterbury

The University of Canterbury is located in Christchurch, the largest city in New Zealand’s South Island. The university offers: world-class research; inspirational teaching; a vibrant campus environment; and a great student lifestyle with students from around the world.

The University of Canterbury‘s mission is to contribute to society through knowledge in chosen areas of endeavour by promoting a world-class learning environment known for attracting people with the greatest potential to make a difference. We seek to be known as a university where knowledge is created, critiqued, disseminated and protected and where research, teaching and learning take place in ways that are inspirational and innovative.

Foundation year: 1873
Short name: Cantuar. / Cant.
Type: Public
Students: 12490
Faculty: 690
Faculty/Students Ratio: 18:1
Region: Oceania
Location: Christchurch, Canterbury