About UC's research

Genuine consideration of Māori interests is integral to making sure our research proposals and projects are robust and transparent to the Māori community. Learn more about Māori research partnerships at UC.

UC delivers creative, innovative research for the benefit of our local and global communities. Learn about our research impact.

Connecting researchers and policymakers event held on 27 September 2023 with the Office of the Prime Minister's Chief Science Advisor (picture to the right)

Innovation Jumpstart is an annual competition for UC academic staff who have research ideas with significant economic or social/environmental impact. It provides funding to transform valuable ideas into reality so they can make a difference in an ever-changing world. Learn more about the Innovation Jumpstart.

UC is New Zealand’s most research-intensive university. It has generated a record amount of external research funding, including receiving ten percent of the government's Marsden Fund which supports research that benefits society as a whole. Learn about research specialities and projects at UC.

UC awards research and innovation medals every year to recognise outstanding research work at our university. Check out the inspiring past recipients of the UC Research Awards.

UC delivers creative, innovative research to benefit local and global communities. Our academic leaders are courageous, forward-thinking, and generous with their knowledge. Learn more about our research strengths.

UC has a number of research centres and groups across Aotearoa, and in other parts of the globe, working on research with impact to make a positive difference for people and the planet.