168 Bachelor's degrees offered by the university

Through the Communication Strategy and Practice course from University of Canterbury produce content for a range of platforms, how to plan and manage campaigns, and how to evaluate risks. 

Statistics makes sense of data using mathematical modelling to explain what is observed and to predict what is yet unknown. In the Statistics course from University of Canterbury you will learn statistical processes and techniques, including collecting data, choosing methods, and communicating results.

Philosophy teaches you how to think rationally and carefully about complex questions such as: are drone strikes immoral? What about genetic engineering? Should rich countries give substantially more in overseas aid? Is time travel possible? The Philosophy course is offered at University of Canterbury.

With the Sculpture course from University of Canterbury, you will explore time, space, and context behind crafted objects.

Astronomy is the study of matter and radiation throughout all time and space. The Astronomy course is offered at University of Canterbury.

The Music Studies programme at University of Canterbury allows you to investigate music from social, political, and community perspectives, examining the role and importance of music now and through history.

With more than half of the world’s population living in coastal zones, many nations are dependent on the ocean to sustain life and economy. In this Sustainable Coasts (Hons) course from University of Canterbury, you will learn how to manage our coastal and marine resources.

The Te Ao Hakinakina programme at University of Canterbury explores the world of Māori sports, including its history and strong influences on our extensive and unique sporting culture in Aotearoa.

Develop your own teaching style with this Teacher Education programme at University of Canterbury, classroom placements, interactive workshops, and mentoring from practising teachers in Aotearoa.

Antarctica is the highest, coldest, and most isolated continent, so vast that it affects climate and ocean currents. Explore its history, biodiversity, and role in the global climate crisis with this Antarctic Studies programme at University of Canterbury.

Computer Science is not only about programming or coding, but has many aspects such as human-computer interaction (including virtual and augmented reality), artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data science, cloud computing, and computer graphics. The Computer Science course is offered at University of Canterbury.

In this Moving Image programme at University of Canterbury you will explore the world of film through its history, critical discussions, contemporary artists, and technologies while developing your own film portfolio.

The Marketing  course from University of Canterbury is focused on building your practical skills and includes real-world marketing opportunities.

Society and Policy looks at how health and wellbeing services are regulated and managed. The Society and Policy course is offered at University of Canterbury. 

Studying the Bioinformatics course from University of Canterbury will give you practical experience in real industry research outcomes.

Operations and supply chain managers make sure the processes are smooth, efficient, and sustainable, and are always thinking of ways to make improvements. The Operations and Supply Chain Management is offered at University of Canterbury.

The Social Work (Hons) course from University of Canterbury is Aotearoa New Zealand’s most established Social Work programme. This highly regarded interdisciplinary degree will engage you in both theory and practice, preparing you for a wide range of people-related work.

Gain an in-depth understanding of language, communication and how they shape our lives with the Linguistics course from University of Canterbury.

Structural Engineering explores how buildings and other structures endure disasters, like earthquakes, fires, and storms. The Structural Engineering (Hons) programme is offered at University of Canterbury.

Taxation is about more than creating and charging taxes — it distributes money to public goods and services, and can be a tool to influence behaviour. This Taxation and Accounting programme at University of Canterbury involves many different subject areas, including law, economics, and even psychology to help us understand the impact of taxation on society.