About Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury Christ Church University is a modern, values-driven university in the historic cathedral city of Canterbury. Known for excellent teacher education, health programmes, and strong community engagement, CCCU offers supportive, student-focused education in one of England's most beautiful and historic settings.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 17,000 total students
- • 2,000 international students
- • 50 student societies
Location
- • Located in Canterbury
- • Public university
- • Established 1962
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Foundation, PGCE
Popular Subjects
Primary EducationNursingPsychologyCriminologySport ScienceBusiness ManagementMediaMusicPolicing
Student-Staff Ratio
17 : 1
Faculties & Departments
Faculty of Education
Primary Education, Secondary Education, Early Childhood Studies, Special Educational Needs
Faculty of Health and Wellbeing
Nursing and Applied Clinical Practice, Midwifery, Allied Health Professions, Sport and Exercise Science, Psychology
Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Education
Music and Performing Arts, Media and Communication, English and Languages, History and Philosophy, Theology and Religion
Faculty of Social and Applied Sciences
Law, Policing and Social Sciences, Life Sciences, Computing, Business
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: ABB - CCC depending on programme
Alternatives: IB: 26-32 points depending on programme, BTEC: DDD-MMM depending on programme, Access to HE accepted
IELTS: 6
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 72
DBS check for education and health programmes • Interview for teaching programmes • Skills tests for teacher training
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: UK Honours degree (2:1 or 2:2 depending on programme)
GPA: 2.7
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 85
Two references • Interview for teacher training • Research proposal for PhD
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £13,500
- Postgraduate: £14,000
- Foundation: £12,500
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £5,200
- Food: £2,200
- Transport: £400
- Entertainment: £1,000
- Other: £700
- Total: £9,500
Scholarships
CCCU International Scholarship
MeritMerit-based scholarship for international students.
Value: £3,000 (Partial)
International students • Strong academic achievement
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship
MeritPremium scholarship for top applicants.
Value: £5,000 (Partial)
Outstanding academic record • Exceptional applicants
CCCU Bursary
Need-basedFinancial support for students from lower-income backgrounds.
Value: £1,000 (Partial)
UK students • Household income below £25,000
Campus & Facilities
North Holmes Road, Canterbury CT1 1QU
Historic campus in the heart of Canterbury, within the cathedral precinct area. Beautiful grounds with views of Canterbury Cathedral, combining historic buildings with modern facilities.
Size: 25 acres
Facilities
Academic
Augustine House (library and learning), Education teaching facilities, Health simulation suites, Music studios, Media labs
Research
Institute for Education, Sidney De Haan Research Centre for Arts and Health, Centre for Health Research
Student Life
Christ Church Students' Union, Augustine House social spaces, Campus cafes, The Verger's House bar
Libraries
Augustine House
Award-winning library and student centre with 24/7 study spaces.
24/7
Drill Hall Library (Medway)
Shared library with University of Kent and University of Greenwich.
08:00-22:00
Sports Facilities
Sports Centre
Gym, sports halls, and fitness facilities.
Playing Fields
Football, rugby, and outdoor sports facilities.
Student Services
Student Support
Academic support, financial advice, and welfare services.
studentsupport@canterbury.ac.uk
Wellbeing
Mental health support and counselling services.
wellbeing@canterbury.ac.uk
Careers
Career guidance with strong education sector connections.
careers@canterbury.ac.uk
Accommodation
Petros Court
University-managedModern accommodation near campus.
Cost: £125 - £155 (per week)
En-suite rooms • Shared kitchens • Social spaces • Laundry
Distance: 5-minute walk
Contract: 40-51 weeks
Pin Hill
University-managedCampus accommodation with cathedral views.
Cost: £110 - £140 (per week)
Standard and en-suite rooms • Kitchens • Common rooms • Cathedral views
Distance: On campus
Contract: 40 weeks
First-year undergraduates guaranteed accommodation if applying by deadline. Apply through CCCU accommodation portal after receiving offer.
International welcome programme, airport pickup, peer mentoring.
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 50
Teams: 25
Cultural Activities
- Canterbury Cathedral Events — Throughout the year
- Canterbury Culture — Ongoing
- Kent Coast — Year-round
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: international@canterbury.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: No
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)1227 767700
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
400
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 80%
Further study: 12%
Unemployed: 5%
Average Salary
£24,000
per year (graduate)
Top Employers
Schools (Kent and nationally)NHSKent PoliceLocal authoritiesSocial servicesHealthcare providers
Career Services
- Careers and Employability: Strong links with education and health employers.
- Teacher Placement: Extensive school placement networks in Kent and beyond.
- Graduate Schemes: Links with graduate employers in education and public sector.
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
London Gatwick Airport
100 km • 2 hours by train
Public Transport
- Train: Canterbury East and Canterbury West stations with high-speed services to London St Pancras (56 minutes). • From £30 to London (advance)
- Bus: Stagecoach buses throughout Canterbury and Kent. • £2.00 single
Local Area
Canterbury is a historic cathedral city in Kent, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its beautiful medieval architecture, literary heritage, and vibrant student population.
Cost of Living: Medium
Attractions: Canterbury Cathedral (UNESCO), Canterbury Tales attraction, Westgate Gardens, Roman Museum, Kent coast beaches
Shopping: Canterbury city centre, Whitefriars shopping centre, King's Mile
Entertainment: Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury pubs, Local live music, Canterbury Festival, Kent coast trips
Additional Information
Accreditation
Royal Charter, Ofsted (Education), NMC (Nursing), HCPC (Allied Health), College of Policing
Partnerships
- Education: Kent schools network — Extensive school partnerships for teacher training.
- NHS: Kent NHS trusts — Clinical training for nursing and health students.
- Heritage: Canterbury Cathedral — Historic links with Canterbury Cathedral.
Research Highlights
- Education Research — Research on teacher education and pedagogy. (2024)
- Arts and Health — Sidney De Haan Centre research on arts in healthcare. (2024)
- Policing Studies — Research on policing practice and policy. (2024)
Notable Alumni
- Teachers — Thousands of alumni teaching in UK schools (2024)
- Healthcare professionals — Strong representation in NHS and healthcare (2024)
Metadata
Source: Canterbury Christ Church University official website, QS Rankings 2025, HESA data 2023/24
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
Verified: Yes
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