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Waipapa Taumata Rau | University of Auckland is New Zealand’s largest and leading university. We celebrate our location in the beautiful harbour city of Auckland | Tamaki Makaurau, our unique position in Aotearoa New Zealand and our place within the Pacific. Our te reo Māori name was gifted by Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei, the Indigenous peoples of the Auckland area, and symbolises that this is a place where diverse world views are shared and lifelong journeys of inquiry, learning and service begin. Since its founding in 1883, the University of Auckland has grown to become New Zealand's flagship, research-led university, known for the excellence of its teaching, its research, and its service to local, national and international communities.

Immersed in the heart of Ōtautahi Christchurch – the second largest city in New Zealand – Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (UC) provides students with world-class opportunities for education, exploration, and recreation, with all the conveniences of a modern city and in close proximity to our beautiful beaches and mountains. At UC, we pride ourselves on delivering a high standard of education and facilitating creative and innovative research for the benefit of local and global communities. People come first. Our values of whanaungatanga, manaakitanga and tiakitanga guide what we do and how we do things. They challenge and inspire us to empower others and be the best we can in our work, studies, and interactions with each other. Our academic leaders are encouraged to be courageous, forward-thinking, and generous with their knowledge. They explore their fields of expertise with integrity and vigour, encourage conversations, and share their learnings with the intent of creating better outcomes for everyone. Our international networks provide opportunities for partnerships, research collaborations, and student exchanges. UC, established in 1873 as Canterbury College, was the second institution in New Zealand to offer tertiary education. Originally the first constituent college of the University of New Zealand, it became an independent university in 1961. In his inaugural address, the first Chancellor, Henry John Tancred, emphasised the importance of accessible education for all, regardless of social class. Today, UC still stands for the encouragement of talent without barriers and an accessible education for all.

School of Visual Arts has been a leader in the education of artists, designers and creative professionals for more than six decades. With a faculty of distinguished working professionals, dynamic curriculum and an emphasis on critical thinking, SVA is a catalyst for innovation and social responsibility. Comprised of more than 6,000 students at its Manhattan campus and over 41,000 alumni from 100 countries, SVA also represents one of the most influential artistic communities in the world. For information about the College’s 32 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, visit sva.edu.