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2021
Introduction to UC
He Arataki ki UC
CHANGE
THE WORLD
2021 He Arataki ki UC | Introduction to UC i
Contents | Ngā Kai o Roto
Why UC Subjects and degrees Q&A
1 Welcome 19 Arts 37 Primary Teaching 51 Accommodation
3 Introducing UC 7 20 Arts 38 Sport Coaching 53 Pastoral Care
5 UC Learn 21 Communication 39 Youth and 54 How do I get
7 UC Well-being 22 Fine Arts Community into UC?
9 UC Connect 23 Music Leadership 55 Funding my studies
11 UC Innovate 24 Social Work 41 Engineering 56 Events at UC
13 UC Bicultural 27 Business and Law 42 Engineering 57 Contact us
15 UC Global Citizen 28 Commerce 43 Product Design
17 UC Explore 29 Criminal Justice 45 Forestry Science UC is proud to partner with Ngāi Tūāhuriri
and Ngāi Tahu to uphold the mana and
30 Law 47 Science aspirations of the mana whenua.
Cover: Youri Oh and Ellery Peters 48 Science
33 Education and Health Rainbow Diversity Support
Published February 2020. 49 Speech and
Information is correct at the time of 34 Health Sciences Language Pathology
print but is subject to change. The
University’s official regulations are at 36 Early Childhood
www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations
Teaching
ii www.canterbury.ac.nz
Kia ora
Welcome to He Arataki ki UC ‘I looked at all the universities
Introduction to UC in New Zealand and chose UC
We are excited to welcome you to Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha because I liked the way it was
University of Canterbury (UC). so closely knit. I wanted to
come somewhere that would
Here’s a summary of the subjects and degrees that UC provides, how to enrol, and how
you can fund your studies. be easy to get around, that had
its own campus distinct from
We are proud to offer you an excellent education and holistic learning experience, the city.’
and your time here will prepare you to succeed and make a positive difference —
Abel
tangata tū, tangata ora.
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting
We look forward to welcoming you to our UC community in 2021. and Finance
2021 He Arataki ki UC | Introduction to UC 1
Why UC? 2 www.canterbury.ac.nz
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The University of Canterbury (UC) is
a truly holistic place of learning, made
up of 7 outstanding dimensions that
will prepare you to change the world.
UC Well-being UC Learn
Oranga Ako
Tap into a dedicated support Learn from world leaders and
network and resources groundbreaking experts
– see page 7. – see page 5.
UC Explore UC Innovate
Tūhura Auaha
Enjoy the fun and adventure Go beyond the classroom and
on your doorstep make your ideas happen
– see page 17. – see page 11.
UC Global UC Connect
Citizen Tauhere
Ira Matatū Make a difference by
Experience different cultures getting involved
on campus and overseas – see page 9.
– see page 15. UC Bicultural
Tikanga-rua
Gain bicultural perspectives in a
multicultural world
– see page 13.
To find out more and watch our videos go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/about/uc7
2021 He Arataki ki UC | Introduction to UC 3
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UC Learn | Ako
UC is in the world’s top 1% A leading research institution MORE
of universities, and has a UC is an important research university
strong reputation for in Australasia.
high-quality degrees, Much of UC’s world-class research is carried subjects from
research-active teaching staff,
80+ Antarctic Studies to
out within our 35 recognised research centres,
and world-class facilities.
hubs, and institutes. Youth & Community
Leadership
How will I learn?
So many study options
You will have access to:
Students learn from passionate lecturers
in over 80 undergraduate subjects. Choose • modern teaching spaces and facilities in Aotearoa
3rd New Zealand for the
between professional training in areas such as • over 1.9 million research items
Music, Engineering, Law, and Teaching, or more • three libraries, with over 30 research intensity of
general study, for example in Arts, Commerce, heritage collections its academic staff *
and Science.
• brand new Science and Engineering labs
UC’s degrees cater for changing times. In
• computer suites that are open 24–7.
recent years, UC has launched qualifications
subjects ranked in the
26
in Criminal Justice, Health Sciences, Experiential learning
Communication, Product Design, top 250 of the
Learn outside of the classroom with:
and Youth and Community Leadership. world’s universities**
www.canterbury.ac.nz/courses • community involvement (page 9)
• enterprise initiatives (page 11)
Learn from the best The TEC Performance-Based Research Fund
*
• internships and work placements Assessment, 2018.
• Educational excellence is highly valued at (page 11) **
QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2019.
UC, with award winning teachers. • biculturally relevant experience (page 13)
• You will learn from world experts, including • study abroad (page 15).
over 80+ Erskine fellows | Ngā Manuhiri o More information
Erskine who visit UC each year. www.canterbury.ac.nz/get-started
/why-uc
2021 He Arataki ki UC | Introduction to UC 5
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UC Well-being | Oranga
UC is dedicated to your success Te Pokapū Pūkenga Ako Ākonga Māori | Māori students
and well-being, and will Academic Skills Centre (ASC) Te Tari o te Amokapua Māori encourages all
support you from the moment Lift your marks by developing your writing, ākonga Māori to meet our team and find out
study, and exam skills. ASC is a free advisory how we can support you throughout your
you arrive on campus. service for UC students at all levels. studies. We offer many events and workshops
www.canterbury.ac.nz/support/asc throughout the year for you to meet other
Te Rōpū Ākonga o Te Whare Wānanga students and staff.
o Waitaha | University of Canterbury Te Rōpū Rapuara | UC Careers www.canterbury.ac.nz/support/akonga-maori
Students’ Association (UCSA) Get career consultations, seminars, workshops,
The UCSA offers a range of support services employer presentations, and job hunting. Pasifika students
to students, including advocacy and welfare, www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers Whatever your Pasifika heritage, UC has a
a subsidised dental scheme, early learning range of services, including a Pacifika Liaison
centres, and more. Te Ratonga Whaikaha Office, and a hub in the Pasifika Student’s
https://ucsa.org.nz/student-support Equity and Disability Service (EDS) House. Our mentoring programme and the
If you have a learning difficulty, mental PASS Programme offers free tutoring and
Atawhai Ākonga | Student Care health condition, physical impairment, or workshops.
Student Care Advisors help you develop another condition that may affect your study, www.canterbury.ac.nz/support/pasifika
strategies to deal with personal, financial, EDS offers specialised disability support.
academic, and well-being concerns while www.canterbury.ac.nz/equity-disability International Students
studying at UC. UC provides cultural transition and well-being
www.canterbury.ac.nz/support Te Whare Hauora o UC | UC Health Centre support from orientation to graduation,
/needtotalk/student-care A full range of medical and counselling as well as coaching students to develop
services support your medical, physical, effective personal management and
Rainbow Diversity Support and mental health needs. We also offer communication skills.
UC’s Rainbow Coordinator is a variety of specialty clinics – lifestyle www.canterbury.ac.nz/support
here to support you and your management, smoking cessation, healing
whānau. We can also connect you with other touch for relaxation therapy, physiotherapy, UniLife
rainbow students at UC. and day duty clinics for urgent health needs. Make friends, set some goals, and identify
www.canterbury.ac.nz/support www.canterbury.ac.nz/healthcentre the clubs you’re keen to join! UniLife is a
/get-support/lgbtqi non-residential hall programme run
Te Ratonga Hākinakina | UC Rec & Sport by students.
Akiaki Ākonga | Student Experience Make friends, stay active, and be well with www.canterbury.ac.nz/support
The UC Mentoring programme links you with activities offered by the team at UC Rec & /get-support/new/unilife
a student mentor who will provide friendly Sport. Play social sport, join the RecCentre *
Basic membership is free to all students, and is paid for
support, and help you to adjust to campus life. gym, or just drop-in and shoot some hoops by your student levy.
www.canterbury.ac.nz/support to unwind. Sign up online for your free
/get-support/new/mentoring-programmes membership* and start exploring!
www.canterbury.ac.nz/ucreccentre
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UC Connect | Tauhere
UC students are internationally The best of campus life
renowned for their community UC’s unique campus is like a small city
involvement. set in a beautiful green landscape with:
• 12 cafés, bars, and eateries
Urban transformation and social • a health centre, pharmacy, and rec centre
entrepreneurship projects allow students to
connect with people and organisations. • two community gardens
35% of UC courses will get you out into the • a book shop.
community or workforce.
In 2019, UC students engaged in thousands
The social network
of hours of learning through academic
Active students’ association
experiences in community-based settings
around Waitaha Canterbury, Aotearoa Te Rōpū Ākonga o UC | University of ‘In one of my courses we had
New Zealand, and abroad (eg, China, Niue, Canterbury Students’ Association (UCSA) is
a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to
to connect with community
and Thailand).
helping students succeed and belong at UC. partners that needed research
You can get involved by Services include advocacy and welfare, a done – my group worked with
• meeting up with other students and
subsidised dental scheme, early learning the Avon-Ōtākaro Network to
community members at our Te Pokapū
centres, club support, events, media, and even help them plan their
food outlets on campus. Check out Haere-roa,
Pāhekoheko Hapori | Community
the new UCSA building that overlooks the
biodiversity monitoring. You
Engagement Hub in Rehua
Ōtakaro Avon River. www.ucsa.org.nz learn how to work with real
• volunteering with groups like Te Ture people and at the end you feel
Clubs
Whānui o Waitaha | Community
Law Canterbury
like what you’ve done could
UC is known for its clubs culture – there are
• taking relevant courses such as YACL 101 more than 180 groups, covering every sporting, have a real impact.’
Introduction to Youth Leadership: recreational, academic, and cultural interest
Leading the Self, and CHCH 101 imaginable. www.ucsa.org.nz/clubs George Moon
Strengthening Communities through Bachelor of Science in Geography with an
Social Innovation (20 hours of hands-on Events endorsement in Environmental Science
service with organisations around There is always something exciting going on – Bachelor of Arts with First Class Honours
in Geography
Ōtautahi Christchurch) like orientation, music concerts,
Master’s student, Sciences Po
• joining clubs like DigSoc, the UC SVA, art exhibitions, international food fairs, (l’Institut d’Études Politiques de Paris)
or UN Youth and sports competitions (see page 56). Co-Creator, Kea Database
www.canterbury.ac.nz/events/list-events
• making an impact through internships,
work placements, and research projects.
2021 He Arataki ki UC | Introduction to UC 9Jason Pemberton (MC of Impact Summit) speaking with Alanna Chapman from 27 Seconds. 10 www.canterbury.ac.nz
UC Innovate | Auaha
Got a great business idea? Want Real-world education MORE
to learn beyond the classroom? At UC, we know that real-life experiences can
UC offers unique experience- enhance your academic studies as well as
based programmes to give you a your CV. Enterprise, innovation, resilience, and
creativity are highly valued by businesses and
scholarships
taste of the real world. communities the world over. offered in
Turn your idea into a reality
Experiential learning gets you out of your
comfort zone and provides you with relevant
$120k the Summer
Start-up
UC, like Ōtautahi Christchurch, is a hub work experience before graduation. 2019/2020
of innovation. programme
• Take courses that focus on community
engagement or entrepreneurship.
Te Pokapū Rakahinonga | Centre for
www.canterbury.ac.nz/courses
Entrepreneurship (UCE)
If you want to develop your innovative or
• Get active in the community (page 9). of UC courses will
entrepreneurial skills, or if you have an idea
for a business or social enterprise, tap into
• Expand your horizons abroad (page 15).
• Work or volunteer to make contacts 35% get you out into
the workplace or
the UCE community to network, collaborate, and build your CV. the community
and create. www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers
UCE coordinates: Enterprise-focused
• Summer Startup Programme, Hatchery Research student clubs
Programme, and scholarships to UCE supports staff across UC to engage in
• entré – a student-run club that organises
fast-track your business idea into reality, fundamental and applied research in the
the $85k Challenge Competition.
with support from business mentors and areas of entrepreneurship and innovation,
industry experts. bringing benefits to the local and national • 180 Degrees Consulting – students
entrepreneurship eco-system, and provide consulting services to local
• The Impact Summit – a one-day event
encouraging both discipline-specific and non-profit groups.
designed to help you set and achieve
entrepreneurial goals. cross-cutting research. • Global China Connection – connects
students with China-related opportunities.
• UCE Disrupt – multiple two-day challenges
• Latin America New Zealand Society –
in partnership with local businesses More information
and organisations. connecting students to South America.
Te Pokapū Rakahinonga
• Local, national, and international Business • Women in Business – creating a community
Centre for Entrepreneurship
Case competitions. of confident and capable women at UC.
www.canterbury.ac.nz/business/uce
2021 He Arataki ki UC | Introduction to UC 11Ākonga Māori on a walking tour of the city with local mana whenua organisation, Te Matapopore as part of Tōia Mai, a noho marae experience for first year Māori students 12 www.canterbury.ac.nz
UC Bicultural
Tikanga-rua
At Te Whare Wānanga Explore Māori culture and society
o Waitaha | UC, we are You can take part in a club such as
committed to biculturalism Te Akatoki Māori Students’ Association.
You can apply to work with Aotahi School of
in a multicultural context. Māori and Indigenous Studies on projects like
We work with Ngāi Tahu, the language rejuvenation.
tangata whenua in our region. Many of these activities can be recognised
through UC’s unique Co-curricular Record
Confidence for all students (CCR), helping you demonstrate bicultural
It is our aim that all UC ākonga will gain a confidence and competence.
bicultural perspective and experience UC’s Tari o te Amokapua Māori | Office of the
at UC, which is increasingly valued by Assistant Vice-Chancellor Māori promotes a
bicultural learning and teaching environment.
employers, and have a special relationship ‘The sense of manaakitanga
with Ngāi Tūāhuriri, the mana whenua.
Māori student support was truly amazing! I felt very
Unique perspective in action We are dedicated to the success of our ākonga blessed to be part of such a
At UC, you can develop bicultural competence Māori. Te Tari o te Amokapua Māori is based in caring and helpful community
and confidence through: Te Ao Mārama, and will support you and your of people! Mauri ora.’
• culturally relevant course content, allowing whānau through UC with initiatives such as:
you to reflect on yourself and your heritage • Enrolment assistance and direction Jamie Leckie
• learning about how biculturalism is relevant • Eke Panuku | Māori Orientation Ngāti Maru
to international contexts today Bachelor of Teaching and Learning (Primary)
• Academic support and guidance
• specific courses on Māori language, culture, Primary teacher, Coromandel Area School
• Te Whare Ākonga o Te Akatoki Māori student
art, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi
study centre
• undertaking work experience, research, or
• Opportunities for whakawhanaungatanga,
project work at an organisation such as
Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu or Kā Waimaero
engaging and connecting with others in the More information
Māori community
Ngāi Tahu Research Centre www.canterbury.ac.nz/support
• Eke Tangaroa | Celebration for Māori
• taking part in events like Te Wiki o te /akonga-maori
Graduates and Graduands
Reo Māori | Māori Language Week, art
exhibitions, or guest speaker series. • Tōia Mai, a noho marae for first year
students is a fun and interactive way to
meet staff, learn more about UC, and meet
other Māori students.
2021 He Arataki ki UC | Introduction to UC 13Sam Brosnahan, President of UCSA 2019. Sam completed a UC Global Exchange at Shanghai University of Finance and Economics. 14 www.canterbury.ac.nz
UC Global Citizen
Ira Matatū
Our campus is a culturally Subject-specific connections
diverse community with over Some programmes allow students to travel as
100 nationalities represented. part of their course; for example you can study
international business in China. Speak to a UC
We also offer exchange Liaison Officer for details.
programmes with more than www.canterbury.ac.nz/engage
60 different partners around /partnerships/global-opportunities
the world.
A destination for experts
Through UC, you can grow your knowledge, Every year, 80+ international academics come to
skills, and employability by learning about and UC through the Erskine Fellowship Programme.
experiencing different cultures and languages. The programme invites leading academics from
the world’s top universities to come and teach
As a result, our graduates are well prepared to
live and work in a global society. UC students for a semester. Past fellows have
‘It is a once in a lifetime
been the recipients of many prestigious awards. experience – it can be scary
Live and study abroad to think about moving
International students at UC somewhere where you do not
UC Global Exchange programmes
International students are an integral part of know anyone, but I would not
Are you keen to experience a new culture?
Do you want to travel without putting your
the UC community. There are over 100 different change my experience for the
nationalities and ethnicities represented on
studies on hold? campus, making it a welcoming and diverse world. I have learned so much
UC has more than 60 exchange programmes home for all. International students who study about myself.’
with universities in Asia, Europe, and North at an Aotearoa New Zealand high school may
and South America. qualify for University Entrance – see page 54 Emily O’Sullivan
for more. Studying towards a Bachelor of Arts in
While paying tuition fees to UC, you can study
at leading institutions such as University Political Science and International Relations
College London, Lund University in Sweden, and Psychology, and a Bachelor of Laws
More information with Honours
National University of Singapore, or the
www.canterbury.ac.nz/about/uc7/uc-global Completed a UC Global Exchange at
University of British Columbia in Canada. Lund University, Sweden in 2019
www.canterbury.ac.nz/study
/study-abroad-and-exchange
/outgoing-exchange-current-uc-students
2021 He Arataki ki UC | Introduction to UC 15Port Hills. Cyclists overlooking Lyttelton Harbour. Credit: ChristchurchNZ 16 www.canterbury.ac.nz
UC Explore | Tūhura
Ōtautahi Christchurch is the Getting active on campus MORE
largest city in Te Waipounamu • Indulge your love of the outdoors by joining
South Island – a massive one of 30+ sports clubs.
outdoor adventure playground. www.ucsa.org.nz/clubs
dual ziplines at
The great outdoors
• Te Ratonga Hākinakina | UC Rec & Sport
operates the UC RecCentre where you can
work on your health, fitness, and sporting
4 Christchurch
Adventure Park
The city’s Ngā Kōhatu Whakarekareka endeavours. Try social sport, the weights
o Tamatea Pōkai Whenua Port Hills are popular gym, bouldering wall, group fitness, sport
for walking, biking, and rock climbing. courts, and more.
swimming beaches
6
Located on the coast, and with access to www.canterbury.ac.nz/ucreccentre
beaches, mountains, rivers, and lakes, and surf spots a short
• Student athletes can get involved in the
Ōtautahi Christchurch is perfect for drive from UC
Sport Academy for a tailored support
water sports. package during their studies.
The Christchurch Adventure Park features the www.canterbury.ac.nz/sport
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world’s first lift-accessed, all-season mountain ski fields within two
biking facility. Take a zipline tour through Leisure and lifestyle hours’ drive of UC
the valley, or enjoy the views from the
In 2019, Ōtautahi Christchurch topped CNN’s
Adventure Park Café.
list of 19 places to visit; describing the city, its
buildings, and culture as ‘elegant’, ‘gorgeous’, Riverside Market, on the corner of Lichfield
Exploring Waitaha Canterbury
‘colourful’, and ‘dynamic’. St and Oxford Terrace, is a unique 7–day
Nearby are some of the best locations for rock indoor farmers’ market and foodie experience.
climbing, rafting, tramping, skiing, kayaking, The picturesque Ōtakaro Avon River runs
Connected to the Market is Riverside Lanes
and snowboarding in the country. right through the city, and Hagley Park in
which provides boutique shopping and further
the centre of the city has 165 hectares of
The CUSSC (Canterbury University Snow Sports options for eating out.
park-like grounds.
Club) is the only university club in Aotearoa Tūranga is the central library in Ōtautahi
New Zealand to own a ski field lodge, located Ōtautahi is home to over 900 restaurants,
and the biggest and most modern library
at the Temple Basin Ski Field. cafés, and bars, as well as theatres, shopping
in the South Island, housing more than
malls, and over 740 city parks.
Enjoy a day trip to the historic French town of 180,000 books and printed items. It features
Akaroa, the thermal resort of Hanmer Springs, Visit the new city precincts with displays the country’s biggest digital ‘touchwall’.
or the seaside town of Kaikōura. of vibrant street art that represent the
www.christchurchnz.com revitalisation of the central city. Enjoy a variety
of leisure activities in Ōtautahi – from art
exhibitions and cultural festivals, to sports
events and music.
2021 He Arataki ki UC | Introduction to UC 17Subjects and degrees Te Matatiki Toi Ora | Arts Centre, Central Christchurch. 18 www.canterbury.ac.nz
Arts
Te Rāngai Toi Tangata | College Why study Arts at UC? MORE
of Arts is an academically • A Bachelor of Communication (BC)
vibrant and culturally diverse was introduced at UC in 2019.
place to study. students studied
7,080
• UC is ranked in the top 200 universities in
the world in Education, English Language Arts at UC
Academic programmes are offered in over and Literature, Geography, and Sociology, in 2019
40 subjects – from Political Science and and in the top 150 for Linguistics.*
International Relations, to Fine Arts, Māori • Some internships have an urban
and Indigenous Studies, Music, and Social transformation or social entrepreneurship
world-recognised
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Work – allowing students to study a broad focus as part of the development of the city.
range of subjects and follow their interests. • Many Arts students engage with the research centres
Through excellence in research and teaching, community through exciting internships in the Arts
staff in the humanities, social sciences, that range from marketing and health
and creative arts prepare students to make advocacy to organising events and *
QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2019.
a difference in their communities and policy analysis.
workplaces. Arts graduates are able to think • Students can engage with the arts and local
critically and analytically, develop creative community as some Music and Classics More information
solutions to challenging problems, and programmes, and the Teece Museum of
communicate ideas effectively. www.canterbury.ac.nz/arts
Classical Antiquities, are based in the
historic Te Matatiki Toi Ora Arts Centre in
the central city.
‘The College of Arts Professional and Community Engagement
(PACE) internship programme has connected our students with
over 400 organisations, domestically and internationally, and is
invaluable in preparing students to become future leaders who
will promote prosperity, well-being, and sustainability.’
Clare Murray
Partnerships Manager
Te Rāngai Toi Tangata | College of Arts
2021 He Arataki ki UC | Introduction to UC 19Bachelor of Arts.
BA
Arts students can follow their Bachelor of Arts – major subjects
passion for learning with Anthropology Human Services
subjects that fascinate and
Art History
resonate, preparing them for a and Theory
Japanese
raft of possible careers.
Chinese Linguistics
The BA at UC offers 30 major subjects in Māori and Indigenous
Cinema Studies
the humanities, social sciences, and creative Studies
arts. This is complemented by additional
minor subjects in innovative areas such as Classics Mathematics
Digital Humanities and Professional and
Community Engagement. Cultural Studies
Media and
‘Out of all my courses,
Communication
Recommended preparation
Philosophy is one I’m most
Economics Music
passionate about. The courses
You can start most subjects in your first year
without any previous study, however the
Education Philosophy on offer at UC are extremely
following is recommended: Political Science and diverse and the assignments
English
• a good level of oral and written English International Relations allow for students to research
• any Year 13 subject with high literacy such English Language Psychology whatever niche they’re into.’
as history, classics, etc.
European and Rory Collins
European Union Russian
Key features Studies
Studying towards a Bachelor of Arts in English
and Psychology, and a Bachelor of Science in
• Teaches students transferable skills Philosophy and Statistics
French Sociology
employers want – research, writing, critical Teacher Aide, Hagley College
thinking, and communication. Geography Spanish
• Specialise or study a variety of topics,
including subjects from other degrees.
German Statistics Careers and employment
History Te Reo Māori • BA internships mix theory and practice,
• BA students can major in up to two
subjects, or study a major and a minor Students can also study a minor in Youth and and credit to your degree.
Community Leadership, and any minor from the
(with options including Commerce, Science, Bachelor of Commerce, Science, or Sport Coaching. • Discover an exciting career in media,
and Sport Coaching subjects). international relations, governance,
heritage, politics, writing, PR,
More information teaching, tourism, communications,
www.canterbury.ac.nz/arts conservation, publishing, design,
and marketing.
www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers
20 www.canterbury.ac.nzBachelor of Communication.
BC
Communication has Bachelor of Communication –
experienced rapid growth in major subjects
the digital environment, and Communication Strategy and Practice
graduates will be in demand in Journalism
professional communication. Political Communication
Students will gain an applied knowledge in Tauwhitinga Māori: Māori Communication
new and emerging media, collection and Strategy and Practice
usage of data, media ethical practice, critical
thinking, and analysis skills.
Careers and employment
Employers state that they want graduates ‘Enjoy every class! The whole
who are competent in bicultural contexts, and • Graduates will meet a growing need
the BC offers a particular focus on media in for communicators in media, creative
Communications Department
Aotearoa New Zealand to develop students’ industries, government, and Māori and is so lovely and are always
bicultural knowledge. iwi organisations. there to help if you are stuck,
• Career opportunities include roles in so just enjoy the degree
Recommended preparation PR, marketing, media management, because it is such a fun degree
journalism, stakeholder relations,
You can start a Bachelor of Communication
social media management, crisis and you learn so much.’
without any previous study, although a good
level of oral and written English is important. communications, publications, events
Fiorella Cassolino Ibarra
and project management, non-profits,
and government. Studying towards a Bachelor of
Key features Communication in Communication Strategy
• Graduates will be suited to roles and Practice
• Students will have the opportunity to use
in business management and
a variety of communication technologies,
strategy, project management, and
including digital, audio/visual, and
communicating corporate goals to
social media.
the public.
• You will apply critical thinking skills to a
www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers
range of journalism forms, creative
projects, and communications scenarios,
to attract different audiences and meet the
strategic goals of corporates and drivers of More information
social change. www.canterbury.ac.nz/arts/bc
2021 He Arataki ki UC | Introduction to UC 21Bachelor of Fine Arts.
BFA
UC’s BFA is a prestigious Key features
qualification that will give you a • Numerous exhibitions and events are
broad knowledge in visual arts, organised by the Te Kura Kōwaiwai | Ilam
multimedia, and design before School of Fine Arts throughout the year,
allowing students to showcase their work.
you specialise in your studio • Lecturers are artists, designers, curators,
subject of choice. and film-makers of international standing.
• UC has five studio specialisations.
The four-year professional degree is
based within purpose-built facilities that • On-campus facilities include gallery spaces,
include on-campus art galleries. Students studios, and workshops.
enjoy access to dedicated studios, • Enjoy a welcoming community of
workshops, and a supportive community
of Fine Arts practitioners.
like-minded students, enthusiasts,
professionals, staff, and alumni.
‘I already knew that Ilam had
a really good studio structure
Recommended preparation Bachelor of Fine Arts – major subjects
and reputation. Once I saw the
• The best preparation for school leavers is to School for myself I knew I
Film Photography
achieve well in two practical art subjects. had to come here, I was blown
Graphic Design Sculpture
• A background in English, history, and art away by the facilities and
history is also useful. Painting the work that I saw being
• Entry to the first year is limited and, in produced by other students.’
addition to meeting UC’s entry criteria, you
must submit a portfolio of work. Careers and employment
Daniel Shaskey
• You are encouraged to apply (with your • Recent graduates have worked
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design
portfolio) well in advance of the due date as artists, gallery directors,
and to visit Te Kura Kōwaiwai | Ilam School photojournalists, commercial
of Fine Arts before applying. photographers, film directors,
designers, consultants, art conservators,
More information
illustrators, fashion designers, art
critics, art historians, graphic designers, www.canterbury.ac.nz/arts
lecturers, and art teachers. /schools-and-departments
/school-of-fine-arts
www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers
22 www.canterbury.ac.nzBachelor of Music.
MusB
The MusB is a specialised Key features
three-year degree for those who • Nationally and internationally respected
want to study Music. staff of performers, composers,
and musicologists.
Music, in all its forms and styles, is used by • Ōtautahi Christchurch offers additional
people the world over as a means of relaxation, opportunities within a vibrant extended
leisure, and enlightenment. The music industry music community.
is one of the most prolific sectors globally, and • A wide selection of courses are available,
employs a vast array of practitioners. many of which are open to BA students and
UC’s Bachelor of Music provides a balance of students from other UC degrees.
practical and academic courses, and students
benefit from working closely with staff and Bachelor of Music – major subjects
guest educators of world renown. ‘I took a mixture of historical
Musical Culture
and digital music classes.
Recommended preparation New Music (Composition)
I got to learn all about the
• While previous music study is necessary for Performance origins and theories behind
some courses, many of Te Kura Puoro
School of Music programmes require no the music I loved playing, as
prior music study.
Careers and employment well as being able to learn
• For composition and songwriting courses, modern techniques and how
• As a graduate, you can pursue
you will need to have good musical literacy
life as a music teacher, performer, to practically apply them.’
and notational skills. Experience in writing
composer, arranger, producer,
and performing your own music is desirable. Jessie Cooper
technician, event manager, music
• Entry to all Performance courses is by therapist, administrator, and more. Bachelor of Music in Musical Culture
audition. Application forms are available on Freelance Performer and Composer
• Work in fields such as journalism,
Te Kura Puoro | School of Music website.
publishing, TV, radio (planning as
well as production), and in technical
areas such as recording, computer
More information
instruments, and music technology.
www.canterbury.ac.nz/arts
• Musical talents are in demand
/schools-and-departments
with festival organisers and
/school-of-music
arts organisations.
www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers
2021 He Arataki ki UC | Introduction to UC 23Bachelor of Social Work with Honours.
BSW(Hons)
Engage with both theory and • UC’s BSW(Hons) has a strong practical
practice in one of Aotearoa component, leading up to 75% practicum
in your fourth and final year.
New Zealand’s most established • Field placements are a great opportunity
Social Work programmes. for you to put into practice the knowledge
and skills you’ve gained as you work within
The BSW(Hons) has a strong interdisciplinary social service agencies and the community.
mix, exposing you to studies across a range of
social sciences, Māori and Indigenous Studies,
and Human Services. Careers and employment
With such practical skills and theoretical • Students develop a strong academic
knowledge, future social workers are and practical foundation in the social
empowered to truly make a difference to sciences and social work at UC, which
people’s lives and the fabric of society. prepares them to be social workers, ‘I wanted to go into a dual
policy analysts, and researchers in both sector that could not only
Recommended preparation statutory and non-government sectors.
work within the government to
• A background in Year 13 social science • Gaduates are employed in the health
make changes to law and
subjects, such as English, History, or and well-being fields, including mental
Te Reo Māori, is useful. health, private practice, family welfare, legislation, but also work
• Community volunteer work is also child protection, justice, education, amongst the people and
good preparation. and community development. communities who are in need
• Experience in communication and conflict • Graduates are employable overseas, of help and support.’
resolution, teamwork, time management, particularly in the UK and Australia
and problem solving. (there is a Mutual Recognition Tyler Davies
Agreement between the NZSWRB
Ngāi Tahu
and the Australian Association of
Key features Social Workers).
Studying towards a Bachelor of Social Work
with Honours
• Through the empowerment of persons, www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers Residential Worker, Oranga Tamariki
groups, and communities in achieving
positive social goals and alleviating distress,
social work students and graduates are able
to make a difference in the world. More information
www.canterbury.ac.nz/arts
/schools-and-departments/social-work
24 www.canterbury.ac.nzUC graduate Karl Belcher
(Bachelor of Social Work with Honours)
Service Manager, The Canterbury Men’s Centre, Shirley.
2021 He Arataki ki UC | Introduction to UC 25Emma McNicoll, Lucy Hutchinson, Sydney Mallon-Piper, and Chelsea Aitken signing up new members to the student run club, entré, at Clubs Day during Orientation Week. 26 www.canterbury.ac.nz
Business and Law
By studying within Te Rāngai Why study Business and/or MORE
Umanga me te Ture | College Law at UC?
of Business and Law at UC, • ‘Triple-Crown’ accreditation by AACSB,
UC is ranked second in
you’ll gain qualifications that EQUIS, and AMBA, putting it in the top
#2 Aotearoa New Zealand
1% of business schools worldwide.
are internationally recognised, • We rank in the top 150 universities in for Business
professionally relevant, and the world for Law; and the top 200 for and Economics*
community focused. Accounting and Finance.**
• UC is ranked first in Aotearoa New Zealand
Combining teaching from our highly
Business and Law
2
for marketing and tourism research^
ranked academics with real-world experiences,
Commerce, Criminal Justice, and Law • UC offers the only Criminal Justice degree subjects are ranked in
programmes encourage you to be innovative based in Aotearoa New Zealand. the top 200 worldwide**
and make a difference. • Guest lectures features speakers from
Whether it’s through a company project, business, the legal profession, and *
Times Higher Education World University
volunteering with community law, taking part our community. Rankings, 2019.
in business competitions, or studying overseas • The Clinical Legal Studies Programme offers **
QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2019.
on a study tour, UC students apply practical work at UC Law Clinic, Community Law ^ The TEC Performance-Based Research Fund
experience to improve their employment Canterbury, and outreach clinics. Assessment, 2018.
prospects after they graduate.
More information
www.canterbury.ac.nz/business-and-law
‘It’s my privilege to help prepare our future and legal
thinkers to confront some big issues; climate change,
biodiversity, habitat loss, and challenges to social
justice and equality.’
Dr Elizabeth Macpherson
Pūkenga Matua | Senior Lecturer, Environmental and Natural Resources Law, and Human Rights
Project Co-Lead in the Sustainable Seas National Science Challenge
Te Kura Ture | UC Law School
2021 He Arataki ki UC | Introduction to UC 27Bachelor of Commerce.
BCom
Business and commerce impact Subject Major Minor
so much of our everyday lives, Accounting ✓ ✓
from the economy to how we Business and
✓
Sustainability
exchange information online. Business Economics ✓
From financial markets to the latest
Economics ✓ ✓
management practices, our programmes Entrepreneurship ✓
reflect the latest research by our academics Finance ✓ ✓
and focus on contemporary business issues. Human Resource
✓ ✓
Management
Recommended preparation Information Systems ✓ ✓
• All BCom subjects can be started without Innovation ✓ ✓
International Business ✓ ✓
any previous study, however accounting,
economics, business studies, and Management ✓
‘My study involves attending
mathematics (especially statistics) at Marketing ✓ ✓ lectures, completing readings,
school level are useful. Operations and and sometimes involves group
• If you have achieved top results at school Supply Chain ✓ ✓ work and class discussions. I
you may be eligible for direct entry to some Management
advanced courses. Strategy and
worked part time and joined
• Good written and oral English is needed. Entrepreneurship
✓ entré and CANTABS, and
Taxation ✓ completed an internship in
Key features Taxation and
✓ my last semester.’
• Gain real-world experience through the Accounting
Te Pokapū Rakahinonga | UC Centre for Tourism Marketing
✓ ✓ Jean Garland
Entrepreneurship, study tours, and and Management
business competitions. Te Ati Awa
Students can also study a minor in Youth and Community Studying towards a Bachelor of Commerce
• Potential to qualify as a chartered Leadership, and any minor from the Bachelor of Arts,
accountant through the Chartered Science, or Sport Coaching.
Accountants Australia and New Zealand,
CPA Australia, and ACCA. Careers and employment
More information
• BCom students can major in up to two • Undertake internships and projects that www.canterbury.ac.nz/business
subjects, or study a major and a minor count towards your degree.
(with options including Arts, Science, and
• As a graduate, you could work as an
Sport Coaching minor subjects).
accountant, economist, and financial
• UC’s Trading Room provides business and analyst, through to manager, marketer,
finance students with a real-world financial or information systems specialist.
trading environment.
www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers
28 www.canterbury.ac.nzBachelor of Criminal Justice.
BCJ
A society is judged on the Key features
way it enforces its laws, • First degree of its kind in the country.
punishes offenders, supports • Learn from experts in the fields of law,
victims, and attempts to criminology, sociology, developmental and
correct bad behaviour. abnormal psychology, policing, criminal
law and procedure, and social work.
Criminal Justice looks at the criminal • Close links with employers and researchers
justice system and process, including in the field.
governance, enforcement, rehabilitation, • A BCJ includes subjects such as Psychology,
and improvement. Law, Sociology, Human Services, History,
If you are interested in these areas and seek and Māori and Indigenous Studies.
a vocation that makes a real impact on • A multidisciplinary degree with good
society, UC’s Bachelor of Criminal Justice career prospects. ‘If you’re into studying a wide
degree could be for you. range of topics that are aimed
Graduates of Aotearoa New Zealand’s first Careers and employment towards a career in policing,
BCJ will have an edge over others in the
The Bachelor of Criminal Justice degree at corrections, or social work,
crime and justice job markets, in an area of
growing international specialisation. UC is a vocational three-year degree that then the BCJ is for you. One
provides expertise relevant to careers in: lecture I could be doing
Recommended preparation • law enforcement (including the police); criminal law, the next Māori.’
justice and corrections; offender
• The BCJ does not require a background
rehabilitation; working with young
in any specific subject at school, and is Timmy Kwok
offenders; forensics; policy; security and
open to all students with entry to UC. border control. Bachelor of Criminal Justice
• BCJ graduates will have employment
opportunities with government and
private agencies as well as the courts More information
and legal services sector.
www.canterbury.ac.nz/law
www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers
2021 He Arataki ki UC | Introduction to UC 29Bachelor of Laws.
LLB
Te Kura Ture | School of Law • An innovative clinical legal studies
at UC has been producing programme that provides students with
opportunities to work on real issues
outstanding legal graduates for and cases.
over 140 years. UC graduates • First-year Law courses can be credited to
are found among the judiciary, most other degrees, and you can study
and at all levels of the legal towards a double degree.
profession across Aotearoa • Opportunities to take part in mooting
New Zealand and the world. and debating competitions, and other
challenging, fun events.
Law graduates are highly employable in both • International exchanges, including the
the private and public sectors, in law firms, US Congressional Internship Programme.
business, and government. • Student clubs, like Law Students’ Society ‘My career goals are to work in
UC is committed to connecting its students (LAWSOC), Te Putairiki Māori Law
family law, more specifically
Students’ Association, and Pasifika
with the local community, the legal profession,
Law Students’ Society. adoption, custody, and divorce.
and international experts throughout
their degree. I believe it is emotional but
can be very rewarding,
Careers and employment
Recommended preparation especially since I enjoy
• Become a practice solicitor, in-house
• Committed students from all backgrounds lawyer, or a self-employed barrister. working with people.’
succeed at Law. You will need to have good
reading, writing, analytical, and study skills. • Recent UC graduates found roles as
Tessa Kirby
research counsel, judge’s clerk, policy
• The compulsory first-year Law courses analyst, and Māori development advisor. Studying towards a Bachelor of Laws, and a
are open to all students who meet UC’s Bachelor of Science
entry criteria. • Legal skills of research, writing, analysis,
and reasoning are highly prized in
politics, policy, public service, foreign
Key features More information
affairs, media, publishing, immigration,
• A well established internship course. and business. www.canterbury.ac.nz/law
• Guest lectures by Supreme Court judges and www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers
top international lawyers.
30 www.canterbury.ac.nzLAWS 386 Clinical Legal Studies students putting client
interviewing skills into practice.
2021 He Arataki ki UC | Introduction to UC 3132 www.canterbury.ac.nz
Education and Health
UC is a centre of excellence, Why study Education MORE
leadership, and innovation and/or Health at UC?
with an international reputation • UC is ranked in the top 200 universities in
for producing high-quality
$79M investment
the world in Education.*
teachers, educators, coaches, • Te Rāngai Ako me te Hauora | College of in Rehua
Education, Health and Human Development
and health professionals. is based in the Rehua building in the heart
of the Ilam campus.
Te Rāngai Ako me te Hauora | College of majors and minors
5
Education, Health and Human Development • UC offers the only specialist Sport Coaching
degree in Aotearoa New Zealand. in the Sport
has been training teaching professionals for
• The Bachelor of Health Sciences degree
Coaching degree
over 135 years.
We offer teacher education options in Early offers opportunities for internships.
Childhood, Primary, and Secondary Education. • Top research department in Aotearoa for
*
QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2019.
Students can also study a qualification in Public Health.^ ^
The TEC Performance-Based Research fund, 2018.
Health Sciences, Sport Coaching and Youth • Students can study some teaching
and Community Leadership. programmes through distance study, or at
More information
Multidisciplinary academic degrees are the remote centre in Whakatū Nelson.
combined with practical work and community www.canterbury.ac.nz/education
• Education and Health are two areas that
engagement experience. enjoy high graduate employment.
Students benefit from a strong peer
support model.
‘My goal is to support and guide students in ways to be
insightful and successful, in their studies, their
everyday lives, and their professional development.’
Dr Valerie Sotardi
Pūkenga Matua | Senior Lecturer, Te Kura Ārahi Ako School of Educational Studies and Leadership
2019 UCSA Lecturer of the Year (Education)
Te Rāngai Ako me te Hauora | College of Education, Health and Human Development
2021 He Arataki ki UC | Introduction to UC 33Bachelor of Health Sciences.
BHSc
The Bachelor of Health UC’s contribution includes research,
Sciences (BHSc) is a clinical practice, and professional
development across several disciplines
three-year non-clinical with specialist undergraduate education
degree designed to address and training onsite.
gaps in the health workforce www.canterbury.ac.nz/communications
/community-partnerships
by producing graduates with /the-health-precinct
multidisciplinary skills, and an
understanding of important Bachelor of Health Sciences –
national health issues. major subjects
Environmental Psychology
UC’s degree in Health Sciences will provide Health
you with the knowledge in science and
Health Education Public Health
‘This degree will be one of the
health to enable you to improve health and best decisions you ever make,
Māori and Society and Policy
well-being across the population. UC is ranked
in the top 125 universities in the world for Indigenous Health there are so many different
Health Sciences.* paths you can follow within
*
Times Higher Education (THE) World University the BHSc, allowing you to
Ranking, 2019. Careers and employment keep your options open and
Recommended preparation • The BHSc provides an essential learn about so many different
• A background in biology, health, and
foundation for those seeking a career
in health and public policy, health
aspects of health.’
statistics can be useful.
management, health research, public
health, and other non-clinical roles. Tayla Gray
Key features Bachelor of Health Sciences in
• Graduates work for district health
• Students benefit from world-leading Health Education
boards, government, non-profit National Health Educator, Endometriosis
research undertaken by UC staff. organisations, hospices, aged New Zealand
• Interdisciplinary learning prepares you for residential care, schools, primary care
work in multidisciplinary teams. organisations, universities,
• UC has collaborated in the establishment and polytechnics.
of a fully-integrated, 21st century Health • Those taking the Public Health major More information
Research Education Facility (HREF) will meet the generic public health and www.canterbury.ac.nz/education
within the new Health Precinct Manawa. health promotion competencies of /schools-and-departments
Aotearoa New Zealand. /school-of-health-sciences
www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers
34 www.canterbury.ac.nz2021 He Arataki ki UC | Introduction to UC 35
Bachelor of Teaching and Learning.
BTchLn(EarlyChildhood)
As an early childhood teacher, • Available as part-time study for up to
you have the chance to teach six years.
infants, toddlers, and young • Students, classmates, and lecturers get to
know each other well.
children when they are most
• Study by distance anywhere in Aotearoa
open to learning. New Zealand.
The rapid rate of development in children
of this age makes for a hugely gratifying Careers and employment
environment in which to work.
• Graduates meet the requirements for
Our BTchLn(EarlyChildhood) is a three-year provisional teacher registration with the
full-time professional degree that prepares Matatū Aotearoa | Education Council of
you for a rewarding career as an early Aotearoa New Zealand (EDUCANZ).
childhood teacher. ‘I applied to Canterbury on a
• Early childhood graduates work in
early learning centres, childcare whim. When I got responses
Recommended preparation centres (public and private), and back from universities,
• Selection for entry is based on academic government agencies. Canterbury was the most
ability, interest in working with children, • Many graduates have gone on to own supportive of my wish to do
community involvement, communication
skills, and other personal qualities.
their own early childhood businesses.
this degree while having
• You can apply for teacher education
• Teaching skills of management,
physical limitations.’
communication, coordination,
programmes throughout the year at responsibility, and organisation
www.canterbury.ac.nz/education are prized in management, policy
Mikaela Singleton
and advocacy, publishing, politics, Bachelor of Teaching and Learning
Key features and business. (Early Childhood)
• UC offers a raft of inspiring international www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers
study opportunities for early childhood
teaching students in China, Samoa, More information
and Rarotonga.
www.canterbury.ac.nz/education
• Students will participate in experiential
learning through an innovative community
engagement course.
36 www.canterbury.ac.nzBachelor of Teaching and Learning.
BTchLn(Primary)
As a primary teacher, you can • Study on-campus and experience new,
introduce children to the modern classroom environments in our
purpose-built Rehua building.
world of learning. It’s a career • Study by distance with flexibility to learn in
where you can make a real your space, in your time. You will also attend
difference in children’s lives. on-site intensives (block courses) during
the year.
Our BTchLn(Primary) is a three-year full-time • Available as part-time study for up to
professional degree that prepares you for a six years.
rewarding career.
Recommended preparation Careers and employment
• Selection for entry is based on academic • Graduates meet the requirements for
ability, interest in working with children, provisional teacher registration with the ‘It’s such a rewarding job. I love
community involvement, communication Matatū Aotearoa | Education Council of not knowing what to expect
skills, the ability to work collaboratively, Aotearoa New Zealand (EDUCANZ). from the kids! You never know
and a passion for learning. • Graduates work in teaching and what they are going to say or
management positions in primary,
• You can apply for teacher education
intermediate, middle, and area schools
do, and it can completely
programmes throughout the year at
www.canterbury.ac.nz/education in Aotearoa New Zealand. change your day.’
• An internationally recognised degree,
Key features many graduates find work abroad. Thomas Straker
Bachelor of Teaching and Learning (Primary)
• Students spend at least 21 weeks of • Teaching graduates have skills in:
Primary Teacher, Casebrook
professional practice in a classroom. communicating; forming relationships; Intermediate School
coordinating and organising people
• Bicultural focus to develop your
and resources; and acting responsively
understanding of Māori perspectives,
and responsibly. These are prized in
including a noho marae experience.
• Akona a Aotearoa | TeachNZ Scholarships
management , policy and advocacy, More information
publishing, politics, and business.
are available. www.canterbury.ac.nz/education
www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers
• Students will participate in experiential
learning through an innovative community
engagement course.
2021 He Arataki ki UC | Introduction to UC 37Bachelor of Sport Coaching.
BSpC
UC Sport Coaching graduates Key features
are motivated and passionate • Only specialist Sport Coaching degree in
leaders who inspire others and Aotearoa New Zealand.
are committed to success. • Flexible learning options through
on-campus and distance courses.
UC’s Bachelor of Sport Coaching is a three-year • Supervised coaching practice takes place in
qualification that equips students with the key clubs, schools, and other organisations.
skills employers are looking for. • 120-hour internship undertaken in the
final year in a professional sporting
Recommended preparation workplace. Can be conducted locally,
• The BSpC does not require a background in nationally, or internationally.
any specific subject at school and is open to • BSpC students can major in up to two
all students with entry to University. subjects, or study a major and a minor ‘I am learning the finer arts of
• A background in Year 13 physical education (with options including Arts, Commerce, sports coaching, outside the
and biology can be useful. and Science minor subjects). traditional mechanical or
Subject Major Minor instructional based approaches.
Adventure Sport Careers and employment I enjoy learning and embracing
and Environment
✓
• Graduates enjoy careers in professional
new concepts and ways of
Nutrition ✓ and community sporting organisations working, and the satisfaction of
Performance Analysis ✓ ✓
and leadership roles beyond sport. achieving good results.’
• It is a specialised pathway to physical
Physical Education ✓ Cameron Gray
education teaching when combined
Sport Science ✓ ✓ with a graduate teaching programme. Ngāpuhi, Tainui, Ngāi Tahu
• Past students have interned at Bachelor of Sport Coaching in
Sports Leadership Performance Analysis
✓ the Canterbury Rugby Union,
and Management Part-time Rugby Coach, St Joseph’s College
High Performance Sport
Strength and New Zealand, The Good Oil Tactix,
✓
Conditioning and Sport Canterbury.
Strength and www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers More information
Conditioning ✓
www.canterbury.ac.nz/education
with Nutrition
/schools-and-departments
Students can also study a minor in Youth and /school-of-health-sciences
Community Leadership, and any minor from the
Bachelor of Arts, Commerce, or Science.
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