University of Canterbury Reviews & Ratings ,Christchurch,New Zealand

Tips: The enrollment process at the University of Canterbury was easy. For the initial days, it was obvious I felt cultural differences but after getting used to it, it felt like a home away from home. I was awarded a Dean's Award scholarship. I had a good academic score in my Bachelor and previous work experience helped in get the scholarship which was around 5000 NZD. I am fully satisfied with my university, course and the country - New Zealand.

Likes (Public transportation): The public transportation in Christchurch is excellent....

• Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 1400
• Prepping time for classes17 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryNZD 82000

Tips: Don't think! Just come to the University of Canterbury. It's the best university. The university provides everything here. All the faculty are here to guide us from scratch. The university has different departments for students to help. The university is very active in terms of hosting events and helping students.

Likes (Indian Food): Hygiene is followed. Quality of food is delivered. Here maximum options are non-vegetarian, but I am a vegetarian. So, I don't eat much from the outside restaurants. I am an Indian and...

• Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 1000
• Prepping time for classes20 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryNZD 70000

Tips: There is quite a bit of adjustment when comparing the education system from back in India. In India, as long as we get good marks at the end of the year exams, we get a good overall mark on our report cards. However, here you have to work hard and get good grades in each and every assignment because the amount of weight they carry in your final grades is a lot.

Likes (Safety): The city is pretty safe as I haven't heard much violence against anyone. There is little racism, if any at all, against other ethnicities. There is not any bad experience in particular that I have in the city that I could share. The people here are quite friendly as well which is also good. However, from what I have heard from friends, there is a bit of exploitation done when someone is sponsoring your residence visa if they are your workplace as well. However, the owners in those cases are also...

• Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 8500
• Prepping time for classes40 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryNZD

Tips: I was concerned about the transition from India to New Zealand, but it wasn't that tough. The university and students made me feel very welcome and helped me get into the system. I applied for a scholarship and secured it, which was very helpful. Students should firmly keep an eye on scholarships as they would be reflected in the mark sheet and would be helpful in future job placements.

Likes (Permanent Immigration): I got permanent residency in New Zealand after completing my course and getting a job there. I love the culture...

• Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 3500
• Prepping time for classes40 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryNZD 80000

Tips: The college is very good overall. There is always a cultural shift when a student studies internationally, but after some time he/she settles. I got a scholarship of 5500$ and it was provided to me on merit basis by the university and it was called Dean's Award Scholarship. Overall, I am totally satisfied with the university and the country.

Likes (Student Life): One can take part in a lot of activities in the campus. In every week or two, there is some event happening. There is a separate committee for organizing eve...

• Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 1000
• Prepping time for classes14 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryNZD 80550

Tips: It is very important to understand that moving to a new country can be very challenging and overwhelming. The way life works and the processes are different to what you are used to. I think it was really important for me to try and learn the way people live their lives here since you can't change their way of living, so you need to be open to adapting. However, you should never feel like you are alone. Especially if you are moving to Christchurch for University, there is a whole network of peopl...

• Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 2200
• Prepping time for classes50 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryNZD

Tips: Before joining the University Of Canterbury, students should be aware of a few key things to ensure a smooth transition and a fulfilling experience. UC is known for its strong academic programs, particularly in engineering, but students from all disciplines will find a diverse range of subjects and resources to support their studies. For International students, understanding the culture of NZ, the university's academic expectations and student life are crucial. It's helpful to engage with the un...

• Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 1025
• Prepping time for classes20 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryNZD 70600

Tips: Studies are taken seriously but professors are supportive and helpful. Students get used to their studies after seeing the competition. The country is very beautiful and the infrastructure of the college is modern. Course fee is justified nothing more. Accommodation will cost around 8 lakhs/ year roughly which I don't think is much. Prefer this country over Canada and it is worth it.

Likes (Safety): The country is very safe and people are polite and respectful. The Maori tribesmen are also very welcoming and wa...

• Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 1100
• Prepping time for classes20 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryNZD

Tips: I recommend students to start the process of application early so that they will get the acceptance offer soon from this University. And I also suggest to take the advantage of campus accommodation which is somewhat cheap and you will not face any hassle when you eventually come here.

• Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 851
• Prepping time for classes17 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryNZD