Communities

UC Māori provides support for all ākonga Māori studying at Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha. Whether you need academic or financial support, guidance or social connection, we've got you covered. And once you enrol, a Kaiurungi will check in to make sure you're settling in well and have all the information you need. Check out what's available at UC Māori!

The UC Pacific Development Team is fostering a supportive community environment where all of our  Pacific students can study and grow. We have special support for first-year students as well as scholarships, mentoring programmes and lots of social events.

Check out the range of programmes and services available!

At UC, we celebrate disabled people as a valued part of our diverse community. We value lived experience of disability and the expertise that it brings. We are committed to improving the experience of students who are disabled by the environment. 

As a current UC student, this is your resource hub. Find the relevant, up-to-date information about your studies at UC.  

Check out the different study options on offer, the diverse range of subjects and courses available, and how to get yourself enrolled. Head along to one of our future student events to find out why UC is the best place to study.

Information for international students, agents or university partners already studying or working with us, or looking to in the future.

Keen to study further? Check out what taught and research postgraduate options are available, what scholarships are on offer, and get inspired by what UC is doing and the impact we're having on the world. You can access support, including research student guidance from the UC Graduate School. 

UC celebrates and respects our Rainbow ākonga | students and aims to foster an inclusive and affirming environment. Check out our Rainbow support options, student clubs, events and spaces. 

UC is proud of our alumni and we honour the achievements of those who have studied with us. Our enduring relationships with alumni and friends are vital for UC's future. Stay connected to other alumni and the university through our extensive, active alumni network and check out the events and benefits available to UC alumni.

UC is ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide. Working here is more than a job. If you're keen to be part of it, search the latest vacancies and find out what it's like to work at UC and live in Christchurch.

Being part of a global network gives our students opportunities to gain global experience. We also provide spaces for international students from to study part of their qualification in their home country and finish this at UC. Contact our International Partnership Team for help with global partnerships, international pathways, and more. 

UC defines adult students as those starting university study for the very first time and who are aged 20 years of age and over. We offer a range of support to help you get started and study alongside your other commitments, and stay connected with other adult students.