College of Education

College of Education

Christchurch Campus and Facilities

The campus in Ilam, Christchurch offers a full range of programmes, services and amenities for all students. The well equipped buildings and teaching rooms are complemented by:

  • Collective, the brand new student cafe, has opened outside the Education Library
  • The Education Library has plenty of study space and support for all students either studying on or off campus. Contact the Education Library for renewals on 03 364-2987 ext 6198.
  • Sonoda residenceSonoda On Campus accommodation
    Sonoda is a modern 'village' style complex with 140 single rooms arranged into an apartment-style cluster of five bedrooms with a bathroom and a small kitchen/lounge. Sonoda Accommodation applications can be made at www.canterbury.ac.nz/accom
  • Te Ao Tamariki childcare centreChildcare On Campus
    'Te Ao Tamariki' offers education and care for children from 6 weeks until 6 years old. The Centre hours are 7.45 am to 5.30 pm with morning sessions from 7.45am - 12.30pm and afternoon sessions 12.30pm - 5.30pm. For further details contact us on 03-364-2821 and choose option 3.
  • Recreation facilities
    Tennis and netball courts and extensive playing fields as well as two well-equipped gymnasia and a dance studio offer a variety of opportunities for recreation. Fitness training and group exercise classes are available at the University of Canterbury Recreation Centre.
  • Plenty of parking at three large parking lots as well as parks for motorcycles, and stands for bicycles.
  • Visit campus maps for directions to the College of Education buildings.

Contact details

College of Education
University of Canterbury
Private Bag 4800
Christchurch 8140
education@canterbury.ac.nz
Phone: 0800 VARSITY (827 748)