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Overview
Careers
University of Canterbury Science graduates find work in a range of different fields and sectors. Depending on your chosen path, you can become anything from a seismologist to a soil technician, a meteorologist to a marine biologist, a psychologist to a policy advisor, a software engineer to a science writer, a forensic analyst to a food technician.
Waitaha Canterbury’s leading-edge IT sector is facing a shortage of qualified graduates, meaning UC Computer Science graduates in particular are in high demand.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Astronomy
- Biochemistry
- Biological Sciences
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Economics
- Environmental Science
- Finance
- Financial Engineering
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 6 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
PTE Academic 50
TOEFL® IBT 80
Duolingo English Test 105
Credits
60 alternative credits
- 60 points
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Christchurch, New Zealand
Disciplines
Astronomy & Space Sciences Natural Sciences BiochemistryWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
PTE Academic 50
TOEFL® IBT 80
Duolingo English Test 105
Other requirements
General requirements
- Admission to UC with University Entrance (or equivalent) is required to enrol.
- If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Tuition Fee
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International
20750 NZD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 20750 NZD for the full programme during 6 months. -
National
4146 NZD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4146 NZD for the full programme during 6 months.
Living costs for Christchurch
1300 - 2000 NZD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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