Research-led teaching
Academic staff at UC are always pushing the boundaries by asking "What if?". They put inquiry and discovery at the centre of the educational process as all UC teaching programmes are research-based.
UC's academic staff includes business, government, and community leaders who are at the forefront of knowledge in their fields. They are actively involved in research and publishing in their areas of expertise.
Come see UC's academics in action by attending the free Tauhere | UC Connect public lecture series, either in person or via YouTube.
Outstanding international academics
UC has a number of field leading academics on staff and this is enhanced by a number of outstanding international professors, lecturers, and researchers who visit each year on our staff exchange programmes. You may be taught by academic staff from the Universities of Oxford or Cambridge as well as other top universities.
Ngā Manuhiri o Erskine | UC's Erskine Fellows programme attracts up to 70 distinguished, international academic visitors each year to give lectures in their specialist areas. Previous Erskine Fellows having included two Nobel Prize winners – Emeritus Professor Clive Granger and Professor Bob Grubbs.
Personal engagement
UC academics are committed to giving students the individual attention that nurtures their ideas and pushes them to excel.
As a UC student you will do more than just wrestle with big ideas – you will bring them to life by embracing a practical approach to education.
Cutting-edge research facilities
UC has a raft of cutting-edge research facilities, including:
- Biomolecular Interaction Centre
- Gateway Antarctica: Centre for Antarctic Studies and Research
- Human Interface Technology Laboratory (HITLabNZ)
- MacDiarmid Institute for Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology
- New Zealand Institute of Language, Brain and Behaviour
- Waterways Centre for Freshwater Management
The University operates field stations in Cass, Kawatiri Westport, Harihari, the sub-Antarctic Snares Islands, and Antarctica; and Aotearoa New Zealand’s premier astronomical research facility at Ōtehīwai Mount John, Takapō Tekapo, famous for its clear southern skies.
These facilities mean that UC offers research opportunities in the field that no other Aotearoa New Zealand university can match.
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World-recognised teaching
UC is a globally-recognised university with a 5-Star QS ranking for our internationally renowned teaching and research. Learn about our extraordinary staff and see how we stack up against other universities around the world.
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World-recognised teaching
UC is a globally-recognised university with a 5-Star QS ranking for our internationally renowned teaching and research. Learn about our extraordinary staff and see how we stack up against other universities around the world.
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World-recognised teaching
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Academic integrity
Academic integrity involves acting honestly, ethically, fairly, and respecting others in teaching, learning, research, and administration. It means producing honest, ethical work and it's one of the key foundations of being a good student. Learn more about academic integrity, a key principle at UC.
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Academic integrity
Academic integrity involves acting honestly, ethically, fairly, and respecting others in teaching, learning, research, and administration. It means producing honest, ethical work and it's one of the key foundations of being a good student. Learn more about academic integrity, a key principle at UC.
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Academic integrity
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Erskine Programme
UC's highly regarded Erskine programme awards fellowships and grants that enable international experts to come and lecture at UC. From honour rolls to eligibility, learn more about UC's Erskine Programme.
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Erskine Programme
UC's highly regarded Erskine programme awards fellowships and grants that enable international experts to come and lecture at UC. From honour rolls to eligibility, learn more about UC's Erskine Programme.
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Erskine Programme
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Evaluation & Student Insights
Ako Marake
Evaluation & Student Insights (ESI) is part of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) portfolio. It brings together Institutional Research and Student Evaluation of Teaching. Our team works across the UC community to enable and support data gathering and quality academic outcomes for staff and students. Learn more about these insights.
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Evaluation & Student Insights
Ako Marake
Evaluation & Student Insights (ESI) is part of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) portfolio. It brings together Institutional Research and Student Evaluation of Teaching. Our team works across the UC community to enable and support data gathering and quality academic outcomes for staff and students. Learn more about these insights.
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Evaluation & Student Insights
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Future Learning & Development
Ako Anamata
Empowering our learning communities through future-focused educational opportunities and innovative learning design, in partnership with academic staff.
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Future Learning & Development
Ako Anamata
Empowering our learning communities through future-focused educational opportunities and innovative learning design, in partnership with academic staff.
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Future Learning & Development
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Kia Angitu
Kia Angitu
The first year at university can be the hardest. Whether you are coming straight from secondary school, or you have been in the workforce, transitioning to study can be tough. Learn how UC's Kia Angitu | Student Success Programme can help make the transition easier.
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Kia Angitu
Kia Angitu
The first year at university can be the hardest. Whether you are coming straight from secondary school, or you have been in the workforce, transitioning to study can be tough. Learn how UC's Kia Angitu | Student Success Programme can help make the transition easier.
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Kia Angitu
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Quality assurance
The Academic Quality team has responsibility for quality assurance. Our teaching is assessed with external and internal assessment tools and we are audited independently. Learn more about quality assurance at UC.
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Quality assurance
The Academic Quality team has responsibility for quality assurance. Our teaching is assessed with external and internal assessment tools and we are audited independently. Learn more about quality assurance at UC.
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Quality assurance
