All Levels
GBP 1,500 off per year
Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury, United Kingdom
"A Kent university in a UNESCO World Heritage setting with a focus on professional practice"
At a Glance
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Ranking
#1401 (QS)
PSW VISA
18 months (Graduate visa)
About Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury Christ Church University (CCCU) was established in 1962 and is based in Canterbury, Kent, about an hour from London by train. Its main campus sits within the Canterbury UNESCO World Heritage Site next to St Augustine's Abbey, and it also teaches in Medway. CCCU is known for education, health, business, media and music, with a strong focus on professional practice and applied learning. More than 15,000 students study there.
Rankings & Recognition
#1401
Ranked in the 1401+ band of the QS World University Rankings and in the 1201+ band of THE World University Rankings 2025.
Accreditations & Memberships
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Canterbury Christ Church University's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1962
Founded
Over 15,000
Total Students
107
Nationalities
Canterbury, Kent
Location
Canterbury and Medway
Campuses
Popular Programs
Education
Health and Social Care
Business
Media
Music
History
Law
Application Details
Application Route
Online via CCCU admissions
Application Fee
N/A
Intakes
September
Tuition 2026/27 (approx.)
GBP 17,000 / year
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Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
95%
I-20 Processing
Student visa (CAS required)
Post-Study Work
18 months (Graduate visa)
Green Card Pathway
Skilled Worker route
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
GBP 1,500 per year
Career Outcomes
2%
Placement Ratio
18 months (Graduate visa)
Post-Study Work
20 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
CCCU's main campus is on North Holmes Road, Canterbury, within the Canterbury UNESCO World Heritage Site. It also has a Medway campus in Kent.
Campus Details
Canterbury
main campus
Medway
campus
Near
St Augustines Abbey
Campus Forecast
Mild maritime climate
Winter 2-8 C
Summer 13-22 C
Rain through the year
Student Life & Housing
Housing
On-campus accommodation
Private rented housing
Dining
Campus cafes and restaurants
Health & Wellness
NHS access through the health surcharge
Student wellbeing support
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs and societies
Sports teams
Chapel Choir scholarships
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
Over 15,000
Nationalities
107
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition - Bachelor's (approx.)
GBP 17,000 / year
Tuition - Master's (approx.)
GBP 17,000 / year
Intl Scholarship Reduction
GBP 1,500 / year
Visa Health Surcharge
GBP 776 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
CCCU admits international students mainly in September. Check the CCCU international pages for exact 2027 deadlines.
Scholarships at Canterbury Christ Church University
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
UK A-level equivalent or Level 3 qualification, set by each course. English test score set by course.
Postgraduate
Recognised bachelor's degree, level set by each course. English test score set by course.
English Proficiency
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
Highest qualification certificate
English test certificate (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL)
Personal statement
Reference letter
CV (postgraduate)
Bank statement (funds held 28 days)
TB test certificate (if required)
Application Process
1
Choose course
Check course list and entry rules on the CCCU website.
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Apply online
Fill in the online application and upload your documents.
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Receive offer
Get a conditional or unconditional offer from the university.
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Accept & pay deposit
Accept the offer and pay the tuition deposit.
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CAS & visa
Receive your CAS number, then apply for a UK Student visa.
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Arrive & enrol
Collect your BRP or eVisa proof and enrol on campus.
Campus & Location
CCCU's main campus is on North Holmes Road, Canterbury, within the Canterbury UNESCO World Heritage Site. It also has a Medway campus in Kent.
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Bachelor's
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Master's
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Master's
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