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Kia ora and welcome to the University of Canterbury College of Education.
Teaching is an exciting and rewarding profession which requires well-educated and skilled practitioners. A qualification from the University of Canterbury College of Education will equip you with the education and skills you need to succeed in the classroom and to make a difference in people’s lives. A teaching qualification also gives you entry to other careers, such as those in business, industry training and the public sector.
We have well-qualified staff dedicated to providing you with the highest quality professional instruction informed by the latest educational research. Our record of educational success dates back to 1877 and has been of the highest order. You can certainly look forward to a warm welcome to the College.
On this website you can find out more about the College of Education and the emphasis we place on professional qualifications and general educational studies that prepare learners for the future. If you have any further questions or would like to enrol please contact us at education@canterbury.ac.nz.
Thank you for your interest in the University of Canterbury College of Education, and all good wishes. Kia ora, kia kaha.
Professor Gail Gillon
Pro-Vice-Chancellor