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23 April 2026
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UC researcher shortlisted for $1M global planet prize
22 April 2026
A UC researcher is New Zealand’s National Champion in a global science prize, now in the running for US$1 million to scale solutions for the environmental crisis.
UC researcher shortlisted for $1M global planet prize
A UC researcher is New Zealand’s National Champion in a global science prize, now in the running for US$1 million to scale solutions for the environmental crisis.
UC researcher shortlisted for $1M global planet prize
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UC forestry graduates' step into strong careers
16 April 2026
For Phoebe Naske and Kelvin Milne, studying Forestry Science at UC led directly to employment through practical learning and strong industry connections.
UC forestry graduates' step into strong careers
For Phoebe Naske and Kelvin Milne, studying Forestry Science at UC led directly to employment through practical learning and strong industry connections.
UC forestry graduates' step into strong careers
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10 May 2024
It’s graduation season at UC — a time to celebrate the achievements of our students and the impact they’re ready to make in the world. Explore the latest UC news and see how our graduates, research and community are shaping lives here and beyond.
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It’s graduation season at UC — a time to celebrate the achievements of our students and the impact they’re ready to make in the world. Explore the latest UC news and see how our graduates, research and community are shaping lives here and beyond.
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25 August 2025
UC Māori provides support for all ākonga Māori studying at Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha. Whether you need academic or financial support, guidance or social connection, we've got you covered. And once you enrol, a Kaiurungi will check in to make sure you're settling in well and have all the information you need. Check out what's available at UC Māori!
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16 June 2025
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We are excited to have you join our diverse academic community, where Pacific students thrive through, and gain a world-class education.
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18 March 2026
At UC, we celebrate disabled people as a valued part of our diverse community. We value lived experience of disability and the expertise that it brings. We are committed to improving the experience of students who are disabled by the environment.
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At UC, we celebrate disabled people as a valued part of our diverse community. We value lived experience of disability and the expertise that it brings. We are committed to improving the experience of students who are disabled by the environment.
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31 March 2026
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UC celebrates and respects our Rainbow ākonga | students and aims to foster an inclusive and affirming environment. Check out our Rainbow support options, student clubs, events and spaces.
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22 January 2026
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Check out the different study options on offer, the diverse range of subjects and courses available, and how to get yourself enrolled. Head along to one of our future student events to find out why UC is the best place to study.
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05 November 2025
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Postgraduate study at UC lets you hone your expertise and focus on the area that you're most passionate about. Whether you want to deepen your knowledge from your undergraduate degree, enhance your skillset to progress your career, or pursue an entirely new path, UC has more than 100 postgraduate programmes that will help you advance with purpose.
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16 February 2026
UC is proud of our alumni and their achievements. The connections we share with graduates and friends are a vital part of UC’s future. Stay connected through our active alumni network and discover the events and benefits available to you.
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UC is proud of our alumni and their achievements. The connections we share with graduates and friends are a vital part of UC’s future. Stay connected through our active alumni network and discover the events and benefits available to you.
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UC launches international joint satellite laboratory with UTM
23 April 2026
By advancing research in AI, immersive technologies and extended reality, the collaboration aims to produce globally competitive graduates and researchers.
UC launches international joint satellite laboratory with UTM
By advancing research in AI, immersive technologies and extended reality, the collaboration aims to produce globally competitive graduates and researchers.
UC launches international joint satellite laboratory with UTM
UC launches international joint satellite laboratory with UTM
High-tech quake sensor boosts new stadium’s safety
23 April 2026
Earthquake sensing technology designed by Canterbury researchers to allow fast, accurate safety assessments has been installed inside Christchurch’s new stadium.
High-tech quake sensor boosts new stadium’s safety
Earthquake sensing technology designed by Canterbury researchers to allow fast, accurate safety assessments has been installed inside Christchurch’s new stadium.
High-tech quake sensor boosts new stadium’s safety
High-tech quake sensor boosts new stadium’s safety
UC researcher shortlisted for $1M global planet prize
22 April 2026
A UC researcher is New Zealand’s National Champion in a global science prize, now in the running for US$1 million to scale solutions for the environmental crisis.
UC researcher shortlisted for $1M global planet prize
A UC researcher is New Zealand’s National Champion in a global science prize, now in the running for US$1 million to scale solutions for the environmental crisis.
UC researcher shortlisted for $1M global planet prize
UC researcher shortlisted for $1M global planet prize
UC recognised for employability leadership
22 April 2026
UC has won two national awards for work-integrated learning at a global symposium, recognising leadership in employability and partnerships.
UC recognised for employability leadership
UC has won two national awards for work-integrated learning at a global symposium, recognising leadership in employability and partnerships.
UC recognised for employability leadership
UC recognised for employability leadership
A disabled kea parrot fights smarter to rule his roost
21 April 2026
A UC-led study reveals how a kea without an upper beak became the dominant male in his group through a unique fighting strategy - jousting.
A disabled kea parrot fights smarter to rule his roost
A UC-led study reveals how a kea without an upper beak became the dominant male in his group through a unique fighting strategy - jousting.
A disabled kea parrot fights smarter to rule his roost
A disabled kea parrot fights smarter to rule his roost
From study to impact: UC Autumn Graduation Celebrations
17 April 2026
Congratulations to all our students who celebrated their graduation this week.
From study to impact: UC Autumn Graduation Celebrations
Congratulations to all our students who celebrated their graduation this week.
From study to impact: UC Autumn Graduation Celebrations
From study to impact: UC Autumn Graduation Celebrations
UC forestry graduates' step into strong careers
16 April 2026
For Phoebe Naske and Kelvin Milne, studying Forestry Science at UC led directly to employment through practical learning and strong industry connections.
UC forestry graduates' step into strong careers
For Phoebe Naske and Kelvin Milne, studying Forestry Science at UC led directly to employment through practical learning and strong industry connections.
UC forestry graduates' step into strong careers
UC forestry graduates' step into strong careers
UC student finds balance and belonging through study
13 April 2026
Designing games to teach quantum computing concepts, Bella Hill has combined creativity and technical learning through her Software Engineering studies at UC.
UC student finds balance and belonging through study
Designing games to teach quantum computing concepts, Bella Hill has combined creativity and technical learning through her Software Engineering studies at UC.
UC student finds balance and belonging through study
UC student finds balance and belonging through study
UC law graduate retrains and steps into work
13 April 2026
After years of working in business and real estate, Cornell Prinsloo returned to university to retrain in law and is now working in the field.
UC law graduate retrains and steps into work
After years of working in business and real estate, Cornell Prinsloo returned to university to retrain in law and is now working in the field.
UC law graduate retrains and steps into work
UC law graduate retrains and steps into work
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