Study Abroad is for students who wish to study at UC for one or more semesters as part of an overseas degree.
Studying at UC allows you to study at an internationally recognised institution in a city that is the gateway to the beautiful South Island in New Zealand. Our lakes, mountains, native forest, open spaces and clean air provide a magical backdrop and an outdoor adventure playground for your Study Abroad experience.
People come from all over the world to experience the South Island of New Zealand, which is known for some of New Zealand’s most spectacular scenery and dramatic natural beauty, including the Southern Alps mountain range.
Studying in Christchurch puts you right in the very centre of the South Island. As the South Island’s largest city, major hub and central gateway, no other location offers such unparalleled access to all that the South Island has to offer.
Check out this video for a glimpse of UC and the South Island.
Keen to go beyond the classroom as part of your Study Abroad semester? As a UC Student, you’ll have a unique opportunity to undertake an internship or other hands-on study. Find out more…
It is also an option to apply through one of the organisations below. UC has been working with the partners listed below for many years and welcomes all students that apply through their programmes.
Whether you apply directly or through one of the following partners, you will still be considered for UC's International Mobility Inbound Study Award.
In 2025, UC is offering a number of UC International Mobility Inbound Study Abroad awards of NZD$2000 to students who are enrolled in a degree programme at a recognised institution outside of New Zealand, and who will study at the University of Canterbury for one or two semesters under UC Study Abroad programme.
