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Canterbury Christ Church University

Canterbury Christ Church University

Canterbury, United Kingdom

canterbury.ac.uk

About

Canterbury Christ Church University, situated in the historic city of Canterbury, is renowned for its strong focus on professional and vocational education, particularly in areas like Education, Health and Social Care, and Public Services. For international students, the university offers a supportive environment with a dedicated International Office providing comprehensive assistance, from visa guidance and pre-sessional English courses to welcome programs and ongoing support throughout their studies. Many programs are designed with practical application in mind, fostering strong links with local employers and communities. A distinctive characteristic is its commitment to social justice and public service, preparing graduates to make a real impact in their chosen fields.

Background

Canterbury Christ Church University (CCCU) is a public research university located in Canterbury, Kent, England. Founded as a Church of England college for teacher training in 1962, it was granted university status in 2005. Canterbury Christ Church University is a member of the Cathedrals Group (officially the Council of Church Universities and Colleges or CCUC), and of MillionPlus, the Association for Modern Universities in the UK.

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Location

Quick facts

Country
United Kingdom
City
Canterbury
Region
Canterbury
Founded
2005
Source: Wikidata
Type
Public
Bachelor's & master's students
23,930 (2021/22)
Source: ETER (CC BY 4.0)
From abroad
2.7% (2021/22)
Source: ETER (CC BY 4.0)
Website
canterbury.ac.uk
Source: Wikidata

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