Verified programme directory
Universities in Christchurch
2 universities in Christchurch hold 154 verified programmes between them, every one read from and linked to the university's own website. For admission, costs and the visa route, see the study in New Zealand guide.
Common questions
How many universities does Christchurch have?
Our verified catalogue lists 2 universities in Christchurch with 154 programmes between them. Only institutions with at least 3 verified programmes are counted, so the true number of institutions can be higher.
Which is the leading university in Christchurch?
By institutional standing, University of Canterbury tops our list for Christchurch, followed by Ara Institute of Canterbury. Standing is one input; fit depends on your subject, budget and marks.
What does it take to study in New Zealand?
Admission, tests, application steps, the student visa, money and stay-back for New Zealand are covered in our country guide, every figure cited to the official source that sets it.
Would a Christchurch university admit you?
A free eligibility check scores your marks, budget and tests against these universities and every other one we cover across 13 countries.
Other cities in New Zealand
City assignments come from each university's headquarters as recorded in public registries; multi-campus institutions are listed under their main campus city. Bramica is independent and takes no commission from any university, recruiter or agency.