About the University
The University is located in Christchurch, the largest city in New Zealand's South Island. On the coastal edge of the Canterbury Plains, the city is close to both the sea and the mountains. The university's modern and well-equipped facilities are spread across a spacious suburban campus, with easy access to the centre of the city and the cultural and recreational facilities it provides. The University of Canterbury offers a wide variety of subjects in a few flexible degree structures. We offer first and postgraduate degrees in Arts, Commerce, Education, Engineering, Fine Arts, Forestry, Law, Music and Science.
History
Established in 1873, the University of Canterbury is New Zealand's second oldest university.
Coat of Arms
A silver fleece, a golden plough, an open book, a bishop's pall and an azure cross - the history and explanation of elements in the Canterbury Coat of Arms.
Chronology
Significant dates and events in the History of Canterbury University.
Facts and Figures
The Organisation
Council, Academic Board, Committees, and Senior Management Team
Academic Departments, Research Centres and Service Centres
University Field Stations
The Field Facilities Centre comprises the four Field Stations at Cass, Harihari, Kaikoura and Westport. Mr Jack van Berkel is the Field Services Manager based at the Edward Percival Field Station, Kaikoura.
Halls of Residence
Student Advisory Services
For further information contact:
Communications
University of Canterbury
Private Bag 4800, Christchurch, New Zealand
Ph +64 3 364 2260
Fax +64 3 364 2679
Email communications@canterbury.ac.nz
Last updated March 2009