Strong academic variety and research-oriented degrees: UC offers many undergraduate majors and graduate programs across disciplines. It is particularly known for its strengths in engineering, natural sciences, earth sciences, environmental sciences, and other fields where New Zealand has global relevance. 

Reputation and global ranking with value-for-money: Being ranked globally (QS ~ 261) while offering moderate tuition (relative to many Western universities) makes UC a reasonable balance of quality education + affordability for international students. 

Diverse and international campus environment: With students from 100+ nationalities and many international staff, UC provides a multicultural environment — helpful for global exposure, networking, and smoother integration for overseas students.

Supportive student services & inclusive community: UC offers orientation for international students, support for accommodation, English language support, student clubs, and a welcoming community that aids transition and social integration.

Campus + city balance with a good quality of life: Christchurch (and the region) offers a more relaxed lifestyle compared to larger cities — nature, accessible city-campus living, affordability relative to major global cities, which can make living + studying more manageable. 

Potential for research, innovation, and global career pathways: As a research-active university with worldwide collaborations and employer connections, UC can offer pathways for global careers, research, and possibly post-study work opportunities.