About University of Canterbury

Engaged. Empowered. Making a Difference. Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury are proud to offer the foundation of an excellent education and holistic learning experience, while ensuring our students are prepared to succeed and make a positive difference in the world around them. UC has proudly been serving communities in New Zealand and the world for 150 years! Today Canterbury rank in the top 1% of universities worldwide.
Largest Public University In The State
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Top Ranked Business School (AACSB Accredited)
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Student Organizations
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Alumni Worldwide
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Largest Public University In The State
3 rd
Top Ranked Business School (AACSB Accredited)
5 %
Student Organizations
400 +
Alumni Worldwide
0 +

Campus

Situated on 76 hectares in the leafy Christchurch suburb of Ilam, the UC campus is a beautiful space to learn in. The Ilam campus is the central hub where learning and living are combined. It houses teaching and learning facilities, accommodation and leisure activities all together. With expansive green spaces and gardens, UC builds off the natural beauty by which it is surrounded. This includes Christchurch’s iconic Avon river which meanders alongside University Drive through the campus. The campus contains four libraries as well as computer suites with 24-hour access, lecture theatres, laboratories and studios.

City Conditions

Christchurch is the largest city in the South Island of New Zealand and the seat of the Canterbury Region. Christchurch lies on the South Island’s east coast, just north of Banks Peninsula on Pegasus Bay. The Avon River / Ōtākaro flows through the centre of the city, with an urban park along its banks. The city’s territorial authority population is 389,300 people, and includes a number of smaller urban areas as well as rural areas. The population of the urban area is 377,900 people. Christchurch is the second-largest city by urban area population in New Zealand, after Auckland

Housing

UC Accommodation Service provides information and advice on the halls of residence, homestay and renting privately. You can also contact UC Accommodation Services with any concerns or feedback on your accommodation or arrival experience at your hall or village.

International student association

Student Care is your international support team at UC. We understand that studying abroad is full of excitement and the unexpected, and we are here to guide you through each step of the way. We are open-minded, knowledgeable, and diverse student advisors who enjoy meeting and working with students from around the world. We provide confidential consultations which you can access by booking online, by sending us an email, or by dropping in to our office.

Why Choose University of Canterbury ?

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Accredition - AASCB

The Canterbury university is acknowledged by AASCB, a testament to its commitment to high-quality business education and global standards.

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In Top Universities worldwide

Canterbury holds accreditation, placing it among the top 1% of universities worldwide, recognized for its academic excellence.

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Cutting edge research facilities

Students benefit from state-of-the-art research facilities, fostering innovation and exploration in various fields of study.

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Generous Scholarships

The university offers scholarship programs, for VIIE students making education more accessible and supporting students.

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Great Career Outcomes

Career outcomes, with a reputation for producing highly skilled and sought-after professionals.

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Excellent Support

University provides exceptional support services, ensuring students have the resources and guidance needed for a successful academic journey.

About Bachelor of Commerce

Business is a diverse and exciting field of study with practical applications to the world we live and work in. From financial markets and the economy, to the latest management practices and the rapidly expanding world of e-commerce, UC Business School provides the knowledge and learning environment to prepare you for a successful future.

Program Structure

Career Opportunities

This degree programme is designed to prepare graduates for roles in commercial industries, from entry-level through to upper management. Our graduates offer diverse business experience, with marketing and management often the most sought-after skills by today’s employers, locally and globally. Depending on their major, graduates will go onto roles in areas such as operations management, consulting, investment and financial analysis, human resources, advertising, and marketing across a range of different organisations. You can also start a business of your own with the broad and specialist skills you learn in this qualification.

Fees

1st YearFeesType
₹ 1,500Enrollment fees
₹3,75,000Tuition fees
₹ 0Living expense
2nd YearFeesType
₹1,87,500Estimated Tuition fee (Vidyalankar)
NZD $17,550Tuition fee (University of Canterbury)
NZD $7,500Living expense
3rd YearFeesType
NZD $35,100Estimated Tuition fees
NZD $15,000Estimated Living expense

Bachelor of Commerce

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