New Zealand: Christchurch Semester

The University of Canterbury in Christchurch

The University of Canterbury, established in 1873, has an international reputation for academic excellence in both teaching and research. The campus is one of the loveliest in New Zealand, with beautifully landscaped grounds and modern facilities. Playing fields, woodlands, and the renowned Ilam Gardens surround the university. Originally modeled on English and Scottish universities, the university enrolls 12,500 students including international students from over 50 countries around the world. The student population at Canterbury is diverse and provides an interesting and stimulating environment for learning.

For more information, please visit the following website: http://www.canterbury.ac.nz/

Course Offerings

Canterbury is a medium-sized university where students choose from 38 disciplines in seven departments. These seven departments include: Arts, Science, Law, Engineering, Business, Forestry, Music, and Fine Arts. For the visiting CCIS student, the University of Canterbury offers many course opportunities unique to New Zealand in several subject areas. The University has an International Student Center for international students and international student advisers to give support and advice about course offerings and more to international students.
List of Current Course Offerings

Academic Highlights

Canterbury is a medium-sized university where students choose from 38 disciplines in seven departments. These seven departments include: Arts, Science, Law, Engineering, Business, Forestry, Music, and Fine Arts. For the visiting CCIS student, the University of Canterbury offers many course opportunities unique to New Zealand in several subject areas. The University has an International Student Center for international students and international student advisers to give support and advice about course offerings and more to international students. Canterbury has an excellent engineering program that includes Chemical and Process, Civil, Electrical, Environmental, Forestry, Mechanical, and Natural Resources engineering. Highly committed to research, the university operates five major field stations and has strong links with Antarctica. Additionally Canterbury offers strong programs in Sciences, Humanities. Canterbury also offers distinctly New Zealand subjects such as Maori language and culture, and Pacific Studies.

 

Student Life

Most students choose to live in the Ilam Village, self-catering units, which include single rooms with communal lounges and kitchens, mostly for international students. Students may also elect to do a home stay with a Kiwi family. Other on-campus and off-campus accommodation options are also available. At the beginning of the semester, the International Students’ Center runs a number of outings and expeditions, which give an introduction to the Canterbury region. Many international students also link up with clubs and societies such as skiing, kayaking, bush walking, and the normal range of university cultural and social groups.

Housing

Students at Canterbury have the option to stay in Residence Halls, participate in Homestays, or rent an apartment or house. Current Residence Hall cost estimates are $145 - $220 per week. Ilam Village charges a rate of $3155.00 per semester plus a $500 refundable deposit. Ilam village does not include meals.

Alumni Feedback

"I never knew that I could learn so much in a single year. I spent my entire year in a state of wonder and amazement."
Gregg Smith

At Canterbury, they did a good job of orienting us and had all kinds of activities for the exchange students - all in all they really did a good job. (Most rewarding aspects were) Experiencing New Zealand - the place is awesome, enough said!"
Kim Ross

"You should definitely go. It is an amazing experience! I had the best time of my life!"
-Meagan Powers

 

Duration

Spring 2009: February 16- June 27
Fall 2009: July 8- November 12

Application Deadline(s)

Spring Semester: November 1
Fall Semester: April 1

Eligibility Requirements

Students must have at least a 2.8 GPA and have sophomore status to be eligible for the program. Community college applicants should have completed the requirements of an associate's degree before the start of the program with a minimum GPA of 2.8. Students who have completed one year of study at a Community College with a GPA of 2.8 will be considered on a case by case basis.

Costs

 Fall 2008: $9089

Spring 2009: $9600

 

Costs Included

Tuition, medical insurance, orientation and fees only.

Costs Not Included

Airfare, personal costs, room & board.

All costs, fees, and dates are subject to change without notification. Please contact the appropriate individual to verify all costs, fees, and dates for this program.

Related Links

Wikipedia Canterbury, New Zealand

 

Submit Application Materials To:

Study Abroad Advisor
Office of International Programs                                                                                           Montana State University
400 Culbertson Hall                                                                                                            Bozeman, MT 59717
Phone: 994-7151
Fax (406) 994-1619
E-mail: newzealand@montana.edu

How do I apply?

Start the CCIS Study Abroad application process by downloading and printing the following forms. These PDF documents are viewed using Adobe's Acrobat Reader plug-in, which is available free. If you don't have Acrobat Reader installed on your computer, click here.

Download CCIS Study Abroad Application Instructions and Procedures*
(File size:19KB)

Download CCIS Study Abroad Application and Academic Reference Form*
(File size:28KB)

Download CCIS Course Request Form*
(File size: 5KB)

*All MSU students must make an appointment with the MSU Office of International Programs before completing the application.

Course listings for the University of Canterbury can be found at the following website:http://www.canterbury.ac.nz/courseinfo/GetCourseList.aspx?year=2008&subjects=1%20

All costs, fees, and dates are subject to change without notification. Please contact the appropriate individual to verify all costs, fees, and dates for this program.