Gain the Arts Advantage. Think. Communicate. Create.
Studying Arts teaches you to think critically, communicate clearly, and offer creative solutions. These skills will give you a real advantage with future employers.
UC Arts Internship Programme
Our interns are armed with the knowledge, skills, experiences and confidence to engage in the critical decisions necessary in the 21st Century. They will be prepared to make a difference.
Read MoreWhat if we learnt Te Reo to delay Alzheimer's?
Academic research shows learning another language boosts everything from general brain power to cultural identity. We've also found out that knowing a second language can ward off the cognitive impairment associated with ageing like Alzheimer's, too. Time we knew more about the interconnectedness of language, brain and behaviour? University of Canterbury Professors Jennifer Hay and Jeanette King think so.
Read MoreUC Arts Scholars Programme
The College of Arts has established a new scholarship programme to provide an enhanced learning experience for high achieving students majoring in subjects taught in the College of Arts. These scholarships are available both to school leavers and previously enrolled students returning to study any undergraduate or honours degree in the College of Arts.
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In the News
Major collection of earthquake stories to go live
23 May 2013 The first release of earthquake stories collected by UC's QuakeBox recording studio will be available from tomorrow on the CEISMIC Canterbury digital archive. (read article)
Student Profile
‘My degree provided me with the theory that underpins my work...’
Karen Argyle MA in Social Work (Applied)
Residential Team Leader, Te Poutama Ārahi Rangatahi, Barnardos
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Announcements and Events
Human Rights, Law and Youth - UCPOLS, with help from the Ministry of Youth Development, presents 'What would YOUth do?'
Saturday 25 May, 1pm to 5pm
UCPOLS, with help from the Ministry of Youth Development, presents 'What would YOUth do?' The aim is to re-engage youth in Christchurch by giving practical support and... >> Read more
The 'Coke' Crisis and Newspapers in Jamaica
Monday 27 May, 1pm to 2pm
A Media and Communication Department research chat sponsored by the School of Social and Political Sciences and presented by Ghislaine Lewis, PhD students, University of... >> Read more
Classics Day
Thursday 6 June, 9.15am to 3pm
We are pleased to announce that, this year, the Classics Department will host Classics Day at the University of Canterbury on Thursday, 6 June 2013. >> Read more
Research seminars on Chinese film and culture
Monday 27 May, 12pm
The School of Languages and Cultures is hosting a research seminar hour that will be shared by two PhD students in the Chinese programme, both working on Chinese film and culture. Jiye Liu: The...
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The Delusions of Quick Thinking (or why it is better to be a fox than a hedgehog)
Tuesday 28 May, 11am-1pm
A Philosophy research seminar presented by Dr Andy Pratt (Chemistry, University of Canterbury). Abstract: In 2011, the Nobel laureate Daniel Kahneman published a best selling book, Thinking Fast...
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Scoping the Present to Realize the Future for Ngāti Waewae - Teena Henderson
Tuesday 28 May, 12pm-1pm
Historically the education system in New Zealand has failed Māori learners, whānau (family), hapū (sub-tribe). Unfortunately this systemic failure continues and has resulted in Ngāi Tahu and all...
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School of Music Concerto Competition
Tuesday 28 May 2013, 7pm-9.30pm
Students from the school of music present the first movement of a concerto accompanied by Iola Shelley. Seven students are competing on a variety of instruments. The winner performs with the School...
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First Among Equals: Combat Officer-Men Relations in the New Zealand Expeditionary Forces of the First and Second World Wars
Wednesday 29 May, 12.30pm
History Department Seminar First Among Equals: Combat Officer-Men Relations in the New Zealand Expeditionary Forces of the First and Second World Wars Military participation in the First and...
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School of Music Lunchtime Concert
Thursday 30 May, 1pm-2pm
Cello and violin students present a programme of work by Ravel, Stravinsky, Lutoslawski, Debussy and Bach.
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UC CEISMIC Contestable Fund mini-conference
Wednesday 5 June, 9.30am-3.20pm
In 2012 the UC CEISMIC programme funded 12 earthquake-related research projects across the university. This mini-conference is an opportunity for fund recipients to report back and share their...
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Sensation, Instruments, and van Fraasen: Defense of Scientific Realism
Thursday 6 June, 2pm-4pm
A Philosophy research seminar presented by Professor James (Jim) Flynn, University of Otago. Abstract: There is a presumption in favor of scientific realism. The universe existed some 13 billion...
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