Earn Your Degree at the University of Canterbury

  New Zealand

• Christchurch: 
Christchurch

Description: AustraLearn will facilitate your direct enrollment to the University of Canterbury for a bachelor's, master's or PhD degree program. Established in 1873 by scholars from Oxford and Cambridge, the university has an international reputation for academic excellence. The University's modern and well-equipped facilities are spread across a spacious suburban campus, with easy access to the center of the city. With about 12,000, the University of Canterbury has hosted thousands of international students over more than 40 years. Canterbury is the only university on the South Island to have major field stations, serving as field-trip bases and research centers for staff and students.

Christchurch is the largest city in New Zealand's South Island and it is also known as the Garden City. It lies on the coastal edge of the Canterbury Plains, close to both sea and mountains. The city offers, cultural and recreational opportunities and access to national parks and wilderness areas; several ski-fields and silvery beaches within an hour and a half's drive from campus. Vibrant, cosmopolitan, great shopping and host of activities define Christchurch.

About AustraLearn

AustraLearn has developed a website specifically designed for individuals seeking degree programs abroad.

As the application center for 33 universities in Australia and New Zealand, AustraLearn assists all U.S. and Canadian students with finding, applying to, and enrolling in a degree program overseas. From start to finish, we provide you FREE support and enrollment assistance while you seek your degree in any field of study.

We are here for you on behalf of the universities as your central contact in the U.S. and Canada. They trust us to give you the information you need, when you need it, and financially support us to work on their behalf.

* We are financially supported by the universities so that all of our services can be FREE to you; we assist with the application, enrollment, financial aid, and student visa process.
* We are your central contact; we simplify the process by being your application center on your side of the world.
* You receive quicker responses to all your concerns and questions via direct personal contacts. The universities trust us to give you the information you need, when you need it.
* Many of the institutions we work with are ranked within the top 500 world-wide and 7 are in the top 50.
* The university is more apt to look at an application submitted by AustraLearn, because they know it has been reviewed by our staff and is complete upon arrival.

Highlights: The University of Canterbury Student 's Association sponsors such a variety of clubs that there is something for everyone. The Tramping Club is one of the most popular clubs on campus, with tramping gear available for rent. The International Student Center plans a variety of events throughout the year, including a ski trip. There is always something happening on campus and around the city.

Why study in Australia or New Zealand?

In addition to being exciting destinations that many people dream of visiting for a vacation, both Australia and New Zealand offer both personal and professionally rewarding educational opportunities for American and Canadian students.

Unprecedented Popularity

Both New Zealand and Australia are the fastest growing study abroad destinations for North Americans. In 2002, nearly 185,000 international students were enrolled at universities in Australia to earn their degree, and that number is increasing by 30% a year. In New Zealand, international student numbers are growing at over 40% per year.

International Recognition and Accreditation

A degree you earn in either country is recognized internationally and all universities are accredited and highly regulated by their respective governments, ensuring you of the highest quality education experience. In fact, both the Canadian and U.S. Departments of Education recognize the Australian and New Zealand higher education systems as among the very best in the world.

An Affordable Option

Earning a degree is very affordable, as tuition and fees plus cost of living are in most cases less than the USA and Europe. A favorable exchange rate continues to benefits students, especially Americans. Plus, you can take advantage of U.S. or Canadian government financial aid to help fund your studies.

Thousands of Choices

If there is something you want to study, you can find it at the universities in these countries. Thousands of majors and degree specialties are offered at the bachelor, master's, doctoral and other levels. A degree earned internationally-- particularly in countries as highly regarded and respected as Australia and New Zealand are-- will enhance your future employment opportunities and career advancement.

Degree Level: Masters Degree

Cost in US$: varies by degree

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American and Canadian Participants.

Participants Travel to New Zealand Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Transcript

Typically The Application Process Time is 1- 2 weeks

Post-Program Services Include:

• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home
• Alumni Network

AustraLearn's Mission Statement: AustraLearn seeks to foster the development of future leaders, who, through international awareness, gain a greater respect for and understanding of the relationship which exists between North America, Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific in the context of the larger global community.

Year Founded: 1989