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University of Canterbury Courses 2026: Popular UG, PG, & Certificate Courses

Q: What is Canterbury University known for?

Canterbury Uni ranks among the Top 2% of the universities in the world. Famous for its high-quality courses, state-of-the-art facilities, and research led teaching, Canterbury Uni ranks among the world's Top 300 Universities for 2026. The Uni of Canterbury is the second-the oldest university in New Zealand.

Q: How hard is it to get into the University of Canterbury?

The University of Canterbury acceptance rate is around 50%. This acceptance rate mentions that the Uni of Canterbury is somewhat selective. For UG courses of Canterbury's Uni, students are required to have high school / secondary qualifications. A Bachelor's degree is required for admission to the Uni of Canterbury's Graduate courses.

Q: What are the QS subject rankings of University of Canterbury?

Canterbury University ranked among the Top 100 in the QS subject rankings in 2024 for courses like Geography, Civil and Structural Engineering, and Linguistics. Civil and Structural Engineering: #51-100 Linguistics: #71 Geography: #51-100

Q: What is the University of Canterbury's cost of living?

Spanning 190 acres, the Uni of Canterbury's campus has of 10 residence halls on the campus. Also, there are about 15 bars, eateries and cafes within the campus. Listed below is the breakdown of the Uni of Canterbury's cost of living Particulars Weekly Cost in $ Weekly Cost in INR Accommodation $166-$306 (self-catered) $431-$645 (fully-catered) INR 13K to 25K Mobile $5 INR 416.14 Food $194 INR 16K Liability Insurance $10 INR 832.29 Books & Stationary $750 INR 62K

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University of Canterbury Courses & Fees 2026

University of Canterbury offers 174 courses for Indian students. Whether you are exploring options at the UG and graduate level, the university has courses in Engineering, Business & Management Studies, Law, Medicine & Health Sciences and Science. The specialisations at this University include International Relations, Public Health, Creative & Professional Writing, Geological Engineering and Sales & Marketing. The first-year tuition fee of UG courses at University of Canterbury is NZD 23,975 - 49,900 (INR 12,46,461 - 25,94,301) and for graduate courses it is NZD 20,600 - 88,000 (INR 10,70,994 - 45,75,120). The tuition fee of University of Canterbury is NZD 20,600 - 88,000 (INR 10,70,994 - 45,75,120), while the hostel fees is NZD 9,432 - 18,671 (INR 4,90,370 - 9,70,706).

If you are planning to get admission to the university, here's a list of courses and their duration, fees and eligibility.

(1 NZD = Rs. 51.99)

Courses	1st Year Tuition Fees	Duration & Eligibility
MS(20 courses)	INR 22 L - 49 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 12 months-3 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 - 7, TOEFL: 58 - 90, PTE: 58 & Above, Duolingo: 120 & Above
MBA/PGDM(5 courses)	INR 19 L - 34 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 12-18 months Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 58 - 90, PTE: 58 & Above, Duolingo: 120 & Above
PG Diploma(27 courses)	INR 11 L - 23 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 10 months-3 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6 - 7, TOEFL: 50 - 90, PTE: 58 - 65, Duolingo: 120 & Above

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Q: Is the University of Canterbury NZ MBA good?

University of Canterbury NZ MBA is a flexible and focused program, which is 18-months long. This course has strong business collaborations and industry co-teaching. The UC MBA is accredited by AMBA, the global standard for MBAs. With real-world case studies and projects in this course, students can gain real-world insights that can be directly applied to the work environment.

Q: What is Canterbury University known for?

Canterbury Uni ranks among the Top 2% of the universities in the world. Famous for its high-quality courses, state-of-the-art facilities, and research led teaching, Canterbury Uni ranks among the world's Top 300 Universities for 2026. The Uni of Canterbury is the second-the oldest university in New Zealand.

Q: How hard is it to get into the University of Canterbury?

The University of Canterbury acceptance rate is around 50%. This acceptance rate mentions that the Uni of Canterbury is somewhat selective. For UG courses of Canterbury's Uni, students are required to have high school / secondary qualifications. A Bachelor's degree is required for admission to the Uni of Canterbury's Graduate courses.

Q: Can I work while studying in the University of Canterbury?

The Uni of Canterbury allows all international studnents with a visa to work while studying in the university. Students are allowed to work no more than 20 hours a week as per the time part-time work regulations in New Zealand. However, students are allowed to work for longer hours during holidays and summer breaks.

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Master of Engineering Studies in Renewable Energy

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Master of Spatial Analysis for Public Health

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Master of Policy and Governance

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Master of Engineering (Civil Engineering)

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Master of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)

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Master of Artificial Intelligence

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Master of Teaching and Learning

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Bachelor of Science with Honours

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Master of Disaster Risk and Resilience

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MS

20 Courses

4.8(2)12 months - 3 years

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MBA/PGDM

5 Courses

4.4(3)12 - 18 months

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₹19 L - 34 L

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PG Diploma

27 Courses10 months - 3 years

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₹11 L - 23 L

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MEng

13 Courses12 - 48 months

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B.E. / B.Tech

14 Courses

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MIM

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B.Sc.

20 Courses1 year - 4 years

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7 Courses12 - 48 months

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LL.M.

3 Courses12 - 24 months

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University of Canterbury Fee Breakdown 2026

The University of Canterbury cost of attendance includes the tuition fee and living costs. Although students should bear in mind that this includes factors like tuition fees, insurance, transportation, hostel fees, and more when calculating the total cost to study at University of Canterbury. Students can refer to the table below mentioned below for more details on the University of Canterbury fees breakdown:

Courses	Tuition Range	Insurance Range	Transportation Range	Hostel Range
B.A.	INR 15,34,381 - 18,97,635	INR 42,112 - 44,452	INR 53,290	INR 6,90,428 - 9,70,706
B.Com	INR 17,14,371 - 18,24,849	INR 42,112	-	INR 9,70,706
B.E. / B.Tech	INR 18,24,849 - 25,94,301	INR 42,112 - 44,452	-	INR 6,90,428 - 9,70,706
B.Ed	INR 14,97,312	-	-	-
B.J.M.C.	INR 15,34,381 - 15,36,305	-	-	-
B.Sc.	INR 15,34,381 - 21,57,585	INR 32,234 - 44,452	-	INR 6,90,428 - 9,70,706
BBA	INR 15,34,381 - 20,74,401	-	-	INR 9,70,706
BFA	INR 17,19,570	-	-	-

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Q: What are the QS subject rankings of University of Canterbury?

Canterbury University ranked among the Top 100 in the QS subject rankings in 2024 for courses like Geography, Civil and Structural Engineering, and Linguistics.

Civil and Structural Engineering: #51-100
Linguistics: #71
Geography: #51-100

Q: Does University of Canterbury rank better than AUT in THE rankings?

In Times Higher Education rankings 2025, AUT ranks better than the University of Canterbury. AUT ranking in THE is #401-500, whereas, Canterbury University ranks at #501-600. The rankings of both these universities over the years are given below:

University	2025	2024	2023
University of Canterbury	#501-600	#501-600	#601-800
AUT	#401-500	#401-500	#251-300

Q: How much does it cost to go to the University of Canterbury?

The annual tuition fee at Canterbury Uni is between INR 11 L - INR 47 L. The weekly cost of living at Canterbury Uni can be around NZD 525. Check the course-wise tuition fees for the Uni of Canterbury from the table given below-

Course	Tuition	Hostel
MS	INR 20.8 L - 47.1 L	INR 4.9 L - 5.23 L
MBA/PGDM	INR 18.2 L - 32.68 L	INR 4.9 L - 5.23 L
MEng	INR 12.48 L - 35.09 L	INR 4.9 L - 8.31 L
PG Diploma	INR 10.71 L - 21.94 L	INR 4.9 L - 8.31 L
M.A.	INR 17.16 L - 33.55 L	INR 4.9 L - 6.9 L
MIM	INR 18.2 L - 29.48 L	INR 4.9 L - 5.23 L
MEM	INR 18.4 L - 22.8 L	INR 4.9 L - 5.23 L
MEM	INR 18.92 L	INR 6.11 L
Others PG	INR 17.16 L - 26.51 L	INR 5.23 L

Q: What is the University of Canterbury's cost of living?

Spanning 190 acres, the Uni of Canterbury's campus has of 10 residence halls on the campus. Also, there are about 15 bars, eateries and cafes within the campus. Listed below is the breakdown of the Uni of Canterbury's cost of living

Particulars	Weekly Cost in $	Weekly Cost in INR
Accommodation	$166-$306 (self-catered) $431-$645 (fully-catered)	INR 13K to 25K
Mobile	$5	INR 416.14
Food	$194	INR 16K
Liability Insurance	$10	INR 832.29
Books & Stationary	$750	INR 62K

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Internships4

Part time work4.1

Post study jobs3.6

Quality of faculty4.6

Student Life4.6

Value for money4.1

Public transportation4.4

Safety5

Indian Food4.2

Permanent Immigration4.2

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Master of Business - Batch of 2024

4.6

Amazing university, vibrant campus and a fun student life.

Tips: When considering this university, students should be aware of the structure for studying here. Some students I know came here and forgot they came for the primary purpose of studying, and now concentrate on part-time work instead. Instead of focusing on part-time jobs, you should concentrate on your studies. In addition to that, students should also be outgoing and not just stay home, even if they have recordings of classes. This will help students maintain contact with their professors and their subject material. There are many restaurants here, with cuisine options from Arabian to Indian. Personally, I prefer to cook, as it's cheaper, but I can't be sure of the general pricing, as each restaurant will have different prices. I'd say it will roughly be 20 dollars per meal. There aren't many post-study jobs here. It's difficult for freshers, mostly for graduates. I don't have a list of job roles or salary packages, but I can say that the roles vary from person to person. Some people might get a graduate role, while others might get an experienced role.

Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 475

Prepping time for classes22 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryNZD 6000

Reviewed on 20 May 2025Read more

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Master of Architectural Engineering - Batch of 2024

3.4

University of Canterbury provides many on campus events for students.

Tips: It is hard to get a job in my field because there are not a lot of job opportunities available. Also, there are students from different countries, so there will be some culture shock. There are no scholarships available for my course. The people are kind and welcoming, especially if you respect their culture. The elderly are friendly and open to having warm conversations. Christchurch is a quiet and peaceful place, and the people enjoy that kind of life. I feel safe on and off campus, and most of the campus is open to students so they can study whenever they want. Overall, I am satisfied with the campus, the country, and the university.

Dislikes (Internships): Unfortunately, internships are not part of the curriculum here like they are in India. This makes it challenging to gain hands-on experience, especially since most employers require knowledge of New Zealand laws and standards. In India, internships are available at any firm, but here most internships are through agencies and students have to pay for them.

Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 2500

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryNZD 70000

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2025Read more

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BE (Hons) in Mechatronics Engineering - Batch of 2025

3.8

A challenging but fulfilling and rewarding experience.

Tips: It is very important to understand that moving to a new country can be very challenging and overwhelming. The way life works and the processes are different to what you are used to. I think it was really important for me to try and learn the way people live their lives here since you can't change their way of living, so you need to be open to adapting. However, you should never feel like you are alone. Especially if you are moving to Christchurch for University, there is a whole network of people that you can get in contact with, and there are many different clubs to join. Therefore, you mustn't be scared to go out and meet new people. Embrace the new challenges. For me, joining clubs and/or sports teams is the best way to meet new, like-minded people. Furthermore, in terms of scholarships and funding, I managed to get an international student scholarship that allowed me to live in the halls in my first year for free. There are many scholarships that you can apply for, however, you need to make sure that the scholarship applies to international students. In terms of funding, I was fortunate enough that my parents were able to give me a weekly allowance that enabled me to live my day-to-day life. However, since I am studying engineering and playing cricket, I was also able to find jobs that allowed me to make money over the summertime. As long as you work within your visa restrictions, there is a lot of opportunity to find jobs etc. The university experience has been really amazing and I have been able to learn really cool things, both within the university and through daily life. While my course is very challenging, I have learnt some amazing things and could not be more grateful to be learning high-quality, practical knowledge that can be applied in the real world. New Zealand in general is a beautiful place with amazing people and beautiful views, you cannot say too much bad about this country.

Likes (Safety): Christchurch and New Zealand in general is a very safe city and country. The people are very nice and helpful. Although there are crimes like stealing from cars, as I have experienced, it is very easy to navigate through life and I have rarely had trouble trying to fit in within the community. Especially when joining the university, I felt that everyone was extremely supportive and always looking to make new friends. Therefore, the overall UC community is amazing.

Dislikes (Value for money): New Zealand in general is an expensive place to live. And, with international student feels, it makes it extremely expensive. While I have been fortunate enough that my parents can support me through my undergraduate study, a lot of students would not have the same luxury. It seems quite unjustifiable that as an international student, you pay more than 5x the price for the same courses and resources that a local student would get. I had already been in New Zealand for 2 years before joining the university and had a good network of friends already. Therefore, I did not need support as an international student as I am sure international students need.

Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 2200

Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryNZD

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2024Read more

Anonymous

Master of Business Information Systems - Batch of 2025

4.8

Practically oriented in every perspective.

Tips: The enrollment process at the University of Canterbury was easy. For the initial days, it was obvious I felt cultural differences but after getting used to it, it felt like a home away from home. I was awarded a Dean's Award scholarship. I had a good academic score in my Bachelor and previous work experience helped in get the scholarship which was around 5000 NZD. I am fully satisfied with my university, course and the country - New Zealand.

Likes (Public transportation): The public transportation in Christchurch is excellent. It is well connected to the campus, and even towns 40-50 km from Christchurch are connected with good frequency of timings. The bus is the primary mode of transportation, and fares are subsidized for students at a rate of 1 NZD.

Dislikes (Part time work): There are some jobs on campus like Tutor, Research Assistant, and part-time in some cafes around the campus. Talking about Off-campus jobs there are plenty of them but you must have relevant work experience to easily get those. Academics are easily manageable with the job. Most of the jobs pay the minimum wage in New Zealand which is around 23 NZD.

Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 1400

Prepping time for classes17 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryNZD 82000

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2024Read more

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Master of Business - Batch of 2025

4.5

Learning with fun, and interaction with different communities and people.

Tips: Don't think! Just come to the University of Canterbury. It's the best university. The university provides everything here. All the faculty are here to guide us from scratch. The university has different departments for students to help. The university is very active in terms of hosting events and helping students.

Likes (Indian Food): Hygiene is followed. Quality of food is delivered. Here maximum options are non-vegetarian, but I am a vegetarian. So, I don't eat much from the outside restaurants. I am an Indian and close to my accommodation. There is an Indian restaurant where I go to and enjoy my meal fortnightly. The price is not expensive because if one is earning then he/she can afford eating outside. I prefer to cook by myself and enjoy my meal.

Dislikes (Value for money): It's expensive as compared to other universities. But the fees is justified as we can see that the course offers 180 credits towards our degree, which is good. The professors are very supportive. They are always there to help and encourage us to do good. My overall experience has been the best here.

Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 1000

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryNZD 70000

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2024Read more

Anonymous

Master of Applied Data Science - Batch of 2019

4.2

Great university and great exposure to learn and grow.

Tips: I was concerned about the transition from India to New Zealand, but it wasn't that tough. The university and students made me feel very welcome and helped me get into the system. I applied for a scholarship and secured it, which was very helpful. Students should firmly keep an eye on scholarships as they would be reflected in the mark sheet and would be helpful in future job placements.

Likes (Permanent Immigration): I got permanent residency in New Zealand after completing my course and getting a job there. I love the culture and the country. It is peaceful and accepting. If you have the opportunity to settle in New Zealand, you should definitely try it.

Dislikes (Public transportation): I gave public transportation a low rating because bus service can be quite limited, especially late at night and on weekends. However, bus fares are very reasonable, and using a combination of public transportation and bicycles can make travel time faster.

Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 3500

Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryNZD 80000

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2024Read more

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Technology	11.1%
Nonprofit/Education	11.1%
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Yes, students earn six figure salary after graduating from UCLA. There are many roles that pay students above USD 100,000 a year, across the IT and Business sectors.

Listed below are some of the best paying jobs in California.

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