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IES Abroad Christchurch DE – University of Canterbury

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9.57 (30)Verified

Direct enroll and study for a semester or academic year at the University of Canterbury in New Zealand with IES Abroad. Students can take part in amazing outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, kayaking, and swimming. With IES Abroad, students can shed the need to rush, rush, rush and relax by adopting the Kiwi lifestyle of being adventurous and easy going. Earn up to 19 credits per sem...

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Program Highlights

Live in beautiful Christchurch, South Island's largest city! It sits on the Canterbury Plains and is a quick trip to the Southern Alps

Enjoy on-site staff support around the clock

Choose between staying at a homestay or an apartment

Take part in one of 90 university clubs for an easy way to make friends and immerse into Kiwi culture

Study at the respected University of Canterbury established in 1873

Quick Details

Locations
  • Christchurch, New Zealand
Availability
Year(s) Offered2019,2020Terms Available:
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Academic Year
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Architecture
  • Biology
  • Business
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
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Guidelines:
  • American
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Recognitions

GoAbroad Innovation Awards 2024 Winner - Student VideoPeople’s Choice Award 2023 FinalistInnovative Student Video 2023 WinnerInnovative Student Video Finalist 2022

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.32

Total Reviews

30

Self proclaimed northern-boy loves the south

by: Lucas Tomhave - United StatesProgram: IES Abroad Christchurch DE – University of Canterbury
8

Growing up in Northern Minnesota, I became accustomed to the dark and frigid winters. In the land of Ice hockey (sorry Canada), I instead picked up cross country skis and took to the trails hidden underneath the towering pines and oaks. This quiet winter wonderland of Scandinavian Americans is my home. So, when the option of studying abroad came to the table, naturally, I was interested in the Scandinavian destinations: Sweden, Norway, Denmark. Additionally, I had to study at a location where I ...

New Zealand...

by: Isabella Santana - United StatesProgram: IES Abroad Christchurch DE – University of Canterbury
8

New Zealand is the most beautiful place I have had the opportunity to travel to. The mountains and coast are within a 3 to 4 hour drive of each other... The landscapes are otherworldly... gosh, honestly New Zealand holds such a special place in my heart. Studying abroad with IES was the best decision I have made thus far in my life. If you are a student looking to study overseas but still speak English, New Zealand is the best option in my opinion. If you love outdoor activities, NZ is the place...

Little corner of the world

by: Camille - United StatesProgram: IES Abroad Christchurch DE – University of Canterbury
10

Program: Momma Eunice was such an amazing and sweet program director. She genuinely cared about each and one of her students and took time to meet with us one-on-one to check in on us. Eunice wanted us to have the best time of our lives. She provided tips and advice from everything to finances, local eateries, and courses to take. She was very approachable and accessible. We could call or text her about any questions that we had about anything. The intro week was also very helpful in introducing...

Program Details

Learn all the nitty gritty details you need to know

Locations

  • Christchurch, New Zealand

Types & Subjects

  • Architecture
  • Biology
  • Business
  • Chemical Engineering

Availability

Years Offered: 2019,2020

Terms Available:
  • Fall
  • Spring

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • American

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Transcript
  • Online Application

Interviews

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Bethany McGinley

Participated in 2014

Alumni

I knew I wanted to study abroad before I came to college. My sister studied abroad in London, and she told me that it would change my life. She said that no matter where I went, I would gain an amazing outlook on life from experiencing a different country and making new friends around the world.

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Alexandra Kazimir

Participated in 2013

Alumni

Having been exposed to travel at a young age, I’ve always had an inclination for exploration. I often daydreamed about the faraway places I would travel, especially with an older brother who also spent time abroad during his college years. That, combined with a desire to experience a new physical setting as well as cultural environment, made studying abroad an obvious choice. Doing so during college was also very important to me, as I wanted to really get to know a place, rather than serve merely as a visitor or passerby.

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Haley Rylander

Participated in 2014

Alumni

I’ve always loved to travel and think cultural awareness is so important. I really wanted to experience living in a different country rather than just visiting because immersion brings so much more insight and changes in perspective.

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