Why Choose Canterbury Christ Church University?
Strong Employment Outcomes
CCCU boasts high graduate employability, with 96% of graduates securing employment or further study within 15 months of graduation. This success is driven by its leading reputation in education, nursing, healthcare, social work, and business, ensuring alignment with high-demand sectors.
Specialist Heritage in Professional Education
Emerging from teacher training roots (1962), CCCU maintains deep expertise in professional education, healthcare, and workforce development. This specialist focus translates into a practical, industry-aligned curriculum across all programmes, including QTS pathways in Education and practical clinical training in Nursing.
Diverse International Community and Support
A significant 55% of the student body (12,900 students) is international, providing a diverse, global learning environment. The university provides a dedicated support team covering visa guidance, CAS processing, and comprehensive student welfare, ensuring seamless international onboarding.
Affordable Fees with Generous Automatic Scholarships
International undergraduate and postgraduate fees are set at £15,500/year, which is automatically reduced to £14,000/year by the £1,500 International Student Scholarship. Additional bursaries are available for vulnerable groups like care leavers and sanctuary seekers.
Strategic Location and Cost Advantage
The main campus in Canterbury, South-East England, offers significantly lower living costs than London (estimated annual cost: £9,516-£18,585 including accommodation). Students benefit from excellent rail connections to London (1 hour) and access to regional employment hubs.
Comprehensive Support Ecosystem
CCCU maintains an excellent 38.4:1 student-to-staff ratio, supporting personalised teaching. Support includes academic learning centres, a dedicated careers service with employer partnerships, mental health counselling, and guaranteed on-campus housing for first-year undergraduates.
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Rankings &
Achievements
#201-1400 globally; #489 Europe
QS World University Rankings 2026
#1201-1500 globally
THE World Rankings 2026
#99 overall UK
Complete University Guide 2026
#107 overall UK
Guardian University Guide 2025
Campus Locations
Canterbury Campus (Main)
Canterbury is the primary teaching hub, featuring state-of-the-art facilities and multiple library locations offering 24/7 study spaces during term time.
- Facilities: Learning resource centres, computer labs, a writing centre for academic guidance, and research methodology support.
- Accommodation: Offers four room types, from Value Standard (£124/week) to Premium Ensuite (£180-£195/week). All on-campus housing includes 24/7 security, utilities, internet, and contents insurance.
Medway Campus
- Specialisation: Focuses on programmes aligned with healthcare, social care, and professional development.
- Accommodation: Pier Quays offers Classic Ensuite rooms with included Kent Sport membership (e.g., £6,043.52 for 38-week contract).
London Centre
- Function: Supports select programmes, offering students access to capital-based industry networks and professional opportunities in London.
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Course Highlights
|
Programme |
Duration |
Annual Fees (GBP) - Intl. |
Intakes |
Graduate Route Duration |
Special Features |
|
BA Primary Education (with QTS) |
3 years |
£15,500 |
September |
2 years |
Leads to Qualified Teacher Status; education sector placement; strong employability |
|
BA Secondary Education (Subject) |
3 years |
£15,500 |
September |
2 years |
Subject-specialist secondary pathway; QTS qualification; industry mentoring |
|
BSc Nursing (Adult) |
3 years |
£15,500 |
September |
2 years |
Healthcare pathway; practical clinical training; NHS placement links; high employment rate |
|
BA Social Work |
3 years |
£15,500 |
September |
2 years |
Professional social work qualification; sector partnerships; practical placements in local authorities |
|
BA Business Management |
3 years |
£15,500 |
September |
2 years |
General business focus; employer partnerships; internship opportunities |
|
BSc Computing Science / Software Engineering |
3 years |
£15,500 |
September |
2 years |
STEM pathway; industry-aligned curriculum; tech sector recruiters |
|
BSc Engineering (Various Disciplines) |
3 years |
£15,500 |
September |
2 years |
Engineering specialisms; practical lab work; professional engineer pathway |
|
BSc Psychology |
3 years |
£15,500 |
September |
2 years |
Social science research; mental health sector links; HR and research careers |
|
MA Education (Leadership & Management) |
1 year |
£15,500 |
Sept/Jan |
2 years |
Educational leadership for practitioners; sector-leading faculty; practitioner cohort |
|
MA Teaching English as Foreign Language (TEFL) |
1 year |
£15,500 |
Sept/Jan |
2 years |
Language teaching specialism; international teaching pathways; TEFL certification |
|
MA Social Work (Professional) |
2 years |
£15,500/year |
September |
2 years |
Apply via UCAS; professional qualification; employer partnerships in social care |
|
MSc Nursing (Adult) |
2 years |
£15,500/year |
September |
2 years |
Apply via UCAS; registered nurse pathway; clinical training with NHS partners |
|
MSc Nursing (Mental Health) |
2 years |
£15,500/year |
September |
2 years |
Apply via UCAS; mental health specialism; increasing demand sector |
|
PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) |
1 year |
£15,500 |
September |
2 years |
Apply via UCAS Teacher Training; teacher training across subjects; government-backed route into education |
|
MSc Business Administration |
1 year |
£15,500 |
September |
2 years |
Business specialism; employer engagement; graduate-level business skills |
|
MSc Computing Science |
1 year |
£15,500 |
September |
2 years |
STEM postgraduate pathway; tech sector focus; research-informed teaching |
|
MSc Psychology |
1 year |
£15,500 |
September |
2 years |
Research-focused; social science specialisms; mental health and research careers |
|
Research Degrees (MPhil/PhD) |
2-4 years |
£15,500/year |
Flexible |
3 years (PhD) |
Research-focused; flexible entry; faculty supervision across disciplines |
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Popular Study Areas
Psychology
Medical & Health Sciences
Education Studies
Social Sciences & Sociology
Business & Management
Engineering & Computing
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Entry Requirements
Undergraduate Entry from India:
- Academic Qualification:
- Indian HSC/Standard XII (CBSE/CISCE): 60% overall minimum (direct entry).
- Indian State Board HSC (Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, West Bengal): 70% overall minimum.
- International Baccalaureate: 24 points minimum.
- Alternative pathways: Foundation Year option available with a 50% entry threshold.
- English Language Requirement:
- IELTS Academic: 6.0 overall (6.0 writing minimum; 5.5 minimum in other skills).
- TOEFL iBT: 80.
- PTE Academic: 59.
- Alternative: Indian HSC English 70%+ (CBSE/CISCE boards only).
Postgraduate Entry from India:
- Academic Qualification:
- Bachelor's Degree (3-year, any discipline): 55% minimum OR CGPA 5.8/10.
- Bachelor's Degree (4-5 year professional: B.E., B.Tech., etc.): 55-60% OR CGPA 5.8-6.0/10.
- CGPA Conversion: $\text{CGPA} \div 10 = \text{approximate UK percentage}$ (e.g., 6.5 CGPA $\approx$ 65% = UK 2:1 equivalent).
- English Language Requirement:
- IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall (6.0 writing minimum; 5.5 minimum in other skills).
- TOEFL iBT: 90.
- PTE Academic: 67+.
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Scholarships at Canterbury Christ Church University
All international undergraduate and postgraduate students with overseas fee status (£15,500 annual tuition)
International students with sporting talent/achievemen
30% fee reduction for CCCU/LCCA/LCCM graduates entering taught master's or research programmes.
£1,000+ (annual award) for students in/out of local authority care.
Full fee waiver + comprehensive support for Category A Grenfell survivors.
£1,000-£3,000 (varies) for UK undergraduate and PGCE students in financial hardship.
Up to £25,575/year for students with disability, mental health condition, or specific learning difficulty.
Full £9,250 (undergraduate); up to £11,600+ (eligible taught master's).
Income-dependent, up to £15,415 (undergraduate).
Up to £11,600+ (eligible taught master's).
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Student Support Services
Subject-specific tutoring, study skills workshops, one-to-one tutorials, and 24/7 library study spaces (term-time).
Dedicated advisors, visa and immigration advice, CAS processing, pre-arrival support, and on-campus English language support.
Free confidential counselling, 24/7 crisis helpline, and mental health first-aiders for peer support.
Disability assessment, DSA application support, and specialist assistive technology (screen readers, text-to-speech).
Industry guidance, CV and interview coaching, and coordination of work experience and internships across all campuses.
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