Contact us
For programme enquiries, please email us outlining your enquiry or request.
If you are a prospective postgraduate student or current UC student and have questions regarding your course of study in health sciences or sport coaching our Student Advice team are here to help.
Some of the things we can help you with are:
Getting started
Transferring and cross-crediting
Dealing with changes in your circumstances
Meeting requirements for graduation
Dealing with study-related issues
Postgraduate information
If you want to know about Masters thesis or PhD study, the following webpages provide a useful starting place:
Who do I contact if I need help with my study?
Your lecturers are available via email and your Learn sites. The Academic Skills Centre can assist with study and/or writing enquiries.
Who do I contact if I need help with a problem?
When things just aren’t quite right there is always someone to go to for help and advice. Contact one of our Advisors or alternatively go to the Support site for student information.
Please contact us if you need advice or guidance about any of these forms.
Masters Thesis Forms
Find information for current research master's students and forms on the UC Graduate School webpages.
General information
International students
We have International students studying with us from all over the world. Find out more about studying at UC and life in Christchurch and New Zealand.
Support for Māori and Pasifika students
There are numerous support programmes, mentoring and fun activities for Māori and Pasifika students at UC.
Te Tari o te Amokapua Māori | the Office of the Assistant Vice-Chancellor Māori (OAVCM) offers a wide range of events, support programmes and services for all UC Māori students. Find out more.
The Pacific Development Team runs many events throughout the University year as well as offering support and services to support Pasifika students. Find out more.
PhD students
Any queries should be directed to the PhD Administrator in the Postgraduate Office.
Support Services at UC
UC has a huge array of support services to help you before and during your time at UC. Take a look at the Student Services website and take advantage of the help they have to offer or any of the support services listed below.
Student Care Advisors
The Student Care Team offers guidance on developing your life skills outside of the classroom to enhance your personal wellbeing and chances for success. You may have a particular question or concern, but sometimes you may be referred to us because you are struggling generally or have a challenge with a particular aspect of academic life.
Advisors can assist students in areas as diverse as personal problems affecting study, extension and aegrotat queries, adjustment to university life, and social and cultural concerns.
See the Student Care webpage for contact details.
Kaitoko | First Year Student Advisors
Kaitoko provide academic, pastoral and holistic support for first year students to help them naivgate UC and achieve their study goals. Appointments can be booked on their webpage.
First year students should visit the dedicated Kaitoko, First Year Student Advisors in Te Pātaka, level 3, Puaka James Hight. Information on how to book an appointment can be found here.
Students who are second-year and beyond should talk to the Faculty of Health Student Advisors. Email us at studyhealth@canterbury.ac.nz.
Course material
Course work for current students can be found on Learn. You will be issued a student network login to access this when your enrolment is complete.
Computer/Internet Access
Student email
Once you are fully enrolled, UC will use your student email address as your main point of contact. It is also essential for using Library services. We recommend that you check your student email daily. As part of your enrolment declaration, you have agreed to check your UC email at least weekly and the Learn site regularly. This will ensure that you are up to date with all requirements and information from UC. The only exemption from this policy will be if you apply for, and are approved as exempt, by the Manager, Admissions and Enrolments.
For programme enquiries, please email us outlining your enquiry or request.
If you are sending documents for our attention please address them to:
Student Advisor
Faculty of Health
University of Canterbury
Private Bag 4800
Christchurch 8140
In order to book an appointment, click on a Student Advisor's profile below.