Canterbury Christ Church University

About the study place

Canterbury Christ Church University is a public university located in the county of Kent, England. The main campus is in Canterbury, but the school also has locations in Medway and Tunbridge Wells. The school is best known for training teachers, but also offers studies in art, humanities, social sciences and applied sciences. CCCU is a member of the Cathedrals Group and has a religious affiliation with the Church of England. 

Canterbury is located in the south-west of the country, around two hours by car from London. The capital is also accessible by train, including high-speed trains that run up to 225 km per hour. Canterbury is best known for its cathedral which was consecrated as early as 1070, which makes it one of the oldest structures in the country. The Archbishop of Canterbury is the head of both the Church of England and the Anglican Church. The city is charming and has a rich cultural heritage and is home to several museums and theaters, including the Marlowe Theater named after the well-known Elizabethan playwright Christopher Marlowe. With four universities in total, Canterbury has a lively student community. 

CCCU is a school inspired by its foundation of the Church of England and sees it as its mission to help transform individuals, create knowledge, enrich communities and build a sustainable future. As a student here, you will attend a school that cares about the development of the whole person, and that values ​​quality teaching.