University of Canterbury
- New Zealand
- Founded 1873
Overview
The University of Canterbury is a public research university based in Christchurch, New Zealand. It was founded in 1873 as Canterbury College, the first constituent college of the University of New Zealand.
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Key facts
| Founded | 1873Source: Wikidata (opens in a new tab) |
|---|---|
| Main location | Christchurch CitySource: Wikidata. Other campuses may not be listed. (opens in a new tab) |
| Website | canterbury.ac.nz (opens in a new tab) |
| Official account (opens in a new tab) |
Data read on 12 November 2026. Check the university's own site for current details.
Scholarships for international students
- Equity Scholarships for International Students Check the official page
- UC Business School International School Leavers Scholarship Check the official page
University of Canterbury's own scholarships page (opens in a new tab) (checked 14 Nov 2026)
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People who studied here
- Ernest Rutherford (opens in a new tab)New Zealand physicist (1871–1937)
- John Key (opens in a new tab)Prime Minister of New Zealand from 2008 to 2016
- Sam Neill (opens in a new tab)New Zealand actor (1947–2026)
- Anote Tong (opens in a new tab)I-Kiribati politician
- Christopher Luxon (opens in a new tab)Prime Minister of New Zealand since 2023
- Eleanor Catton (opens in a new tab)New Zealand writer
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