Victoria University of Wellington offers degrees in:

• Architecture and design
• Commerce and administration
• Education
• Humanities and Social Sciences
• Law
• Music
• Science
• Engineering

Contact an AA Education Network representative to find a course that suits you.CampusesKelburn CampusKelburn Campus, opened in 1904, was Victoria University's first official campus.  The original site still remains in the beautiful hilly region of Kelburn, west of Wellington’s central business district.  Kelburn Campus houses the universities administrative buildings, as well as the Faculties of Humanities, Social Sciences and Science. Kelburn is the second-last stop for the Wellington Cable Car.Victoria Law SchoolThe Faculty of Law is conveniently located in the Government Buildings, next to the courts and Executive Government, and within close proximity to Wellington’s Law Library, which comprises the southern half of the Government Buildings.Te Aro CampusVictoria University of Wellington is one of only three New Zealand tertiary institutes to offer studies in architecture.  The Faculty of Architecture and Design is located at the Te Aro Campus, at the southern end of Wellington’s central business district.  The campus houses myriad design resources and the building itself is a refurbished cargo building that has become a Wellington landmark.Karori CampusThe Faculty of Education (sometimes referred to as the College of Education) is located in Karori, on the outskirts of the CBD. The faculty has three schools; School of Education Psychology and Pedagogy, School of Education Policy and Implementation and Te Kura Maori. The faculty also offers studies in Maori education and women and gender studies.The Victoria University Coastal Ecology Laboratory is the universities newest facility and offers students the opportunity to get gets hands-on research experience in marine biology along the southern coast of Wellington.AccommodationVictoria University has over a dozen catering and self-catering halls of residence.  These are also available to tenant throughout university breaks. Applications incur a non-refundable $55 fee. 

Successful applications will also have to pay a $500 deposit. Applicants under the age of 18 may be refused a place at some halls of residence. 

The university also has a home stay programme, which can help you find a family to live with during your stay in Wellington.

Applications will not be accepted after 1 October.  AA Education Network is available to assist with applying to a hall of residence, or finding alternative accommodation.

The University of Victoria has a range of staff and programmes to assist international students in all aspects. An International Support Team, consisting of a Student Advisor and Visa and Insurance Officers, are there to assist you with issues related to your academic studies, visa’s and insurance.

Campus Coaches is a buddy programme which helps you explore your university and make new friends. Students studying similar degrees are placed with a senior student from the faculty, who arranges group activities, including a campus tour.  You can contact your Campus Coach by phone or e-mail if you have any questions or concerns.

A study programme, PALS, is available for English as Second Language (ESL) students. Another international student’s programme, Excellence in Experiential Learning and Leadership (EXCELL) is designed to help students integrate and attain success in their new country.


Entry Requirements:

Most undergraduate programmes require a pass mark on your countries relevant Secondary School Qualification and one year of study at a tertiary institute.
Postgraduate programmes require a relevant undergraduate degree with a specific grade point average (differs depending on your country of study and the postgraduate degree.)

Some degrees may require you to audition or submit a portfolio.


You will need to provide certified copies of:

• Previous academic transcripts
• Your birth certificate or passport
• For ESL students, proof of your English proficiency (either TOEFL or IELTS certificates, or a letter from an academic institute verifying your study was undertaken in English.)
• If applying for recognition of prior learning, you may need to provide copies of the syllabus.

Postgraduate students additionally need to provide:

• Two academic references, and
• A detailed resume.

AA Education Network can give you more information on the entry requirements for your chosen course, and can also help you attain certified copies of your paperwork.


English Language Requirements:

Undergraduate students are required to have;

• A Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 550 OR 213 on the computer based test OR 80 on the internet-based test; OR
• An International English Language Testing System (IELTS) overall band of 6.0, with no sub-score below 5.5.
• Postgraduate students are required to have:
• A TOEFL score of 575 OR 237 on the computer-based test 0R 90 on the internet-based test; OR
• An IELTS overall band of 6.5 with no sub-score below 6.0.
• In some circumstance, evidence of previous studies undertaken in English will fulfil the requirements.

English Proficiency Programme:

The university also offers an English Proficiency Programme.  The 12-week course is offered at different times of the year, typically during university holidays.  Students must have an IELTS score of 4.5 or higher to enrol.  The class uses discussion and real life situations to improve students English in preparation for university study.

An overall rating of 4 on the course will see you rewarded with a Certificate of Proficiency, which is accepted by most New Zealand universities as an alternative to IELTS or TOEFL scores.


Fees

The cost of tuition is entirely dependent on your course load and field of study (some degrees are most expensive than others.)  An AA Education Network team member can provide you with a more accurate calculation of your expected tuition cost.

A student levy of $140 (for full time students, as of 2009) is due at the commencement of your enrolment. If living on campus, you may be charged extra fees (see Accommodation).

Victoria University of Wellington offers some scholarships and bursaries for international students.  US students may be eligible to claim US Financial Aid.
VUW also offers Custom House accounts.  These bank accounts allow you to deposit money from your home countries bank account, which you can then use to pay bills in a variety of foreign currencies.  They also provide exchange rates.
The university does provide some scholarships and bursaries for international students, so be sure to ask your AA Education Network advisor if you qualify.


Important Dates

Application Deadlines

• Trimester One: 1 December
• Trimester Two: 1 May
• Trimester Three: 1 September
• Academic Calendar
• Trimester One commences in February
• Trimester Two commences in July
• Trimester Three commences in November

How to Apply

Wellington is a beautiful city with a rich cultural heritage, and the Victoria University of Wellington is one of its most prolific universities.  To enjoy what they both have to offer, contact AA Education Network immediately to get your enrolment started.

Wellington is a great city in which to live and study. With its scenic hills and natural harbour, New Zealand’s capital city offers unrivalled cultural, economic and political dimensions. It has the feel of a friendly town while offering all the benefits of a major city.

Victoria University has been the academic heart of the region for over 100 years and it continues to produce high quality graduates who are the next generation of scholars, inventors, entrepreneurs, and business and civic leaders.

Our teaching and research is built on a proud tradition of academic excellence and is geared to meet the challenges of the current millennium, guided by staff who are world leaders in their fields.

At Victoria you will join a warm, open and diverse community of students from more than 80 countries. We have excellent support networks built up from over 50 years of looking after the needs of international students.

I welcome you to Victoria University and wish you the very best in your studies. I hope you enjoy your experiences here and take the opportunity that we offer to achieve academic excellence.