Luke Schwartfeger

"This country has a wide list of prestigious scientists that work in the field of jumping spider behaviour..."

“From the outset, I’ve been continually impressed by the university’s academic environment and its people, especially my supervisors. They’ve created a welcoming and supportive atmosphere that’s been crucial to my academic journey.”

“For me, UC’s standout qualities are the excellent reputation of its supervisors and the high standard of education.

I also enjoy the multicultural environment—it’s a space where different perspectives are valued, which makes it an enriching place to study.”

“Christchurch offered incredible possibilities for outdoor activities, which was a big draw for me as a snowboard instructor and Frisbee coach.

But what stands out so far is the friendliness of the people—whether it’s at the university or around town. I really appreciate the welcoming atmosphere.”

“The Graduate School at UC is always there to support students through their academic milestones. They also organize helpful workshops, particularly for international students. I find the regular meetings with Kaitoko every six months to be especially beneficial.”

“UC made it a very smooth transition from Malaysia to New Zealand…”

"I would really like to work in the power industry..."

"I want air pollution caused by power generation to be an issue for the past..."

"Electrical and Electronic Engineering is an incredibly broad subject..."