VICTORIA UNIVERSITY OF WELLINGTON - INTERNATIONAL PROSPECTUS 2025-2026
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2025–2026 INTERNATIONAL PROSPECTUS TOP 2% OF THE WORLD’S UNIVERSITIES* *Source: QS World University Rankings 2025 *Latest Performance-Based Research Fund Quality Evaluation
DISCOVER WELLINGTON NEW ZEALAND 500,000 people live in Capital city of the Wellington region Wellington is the geographic, New Zealand political, and cultural heart of New Zealand. You’ll find a WELLINGTON great quality of life, a strong AT A GLANCE 2,000 sunshine global outlook, and a study hours each year experience to remember in Highest median income in New Zealand our beautiful harbour city. 50,000 hectares of There is no better place to forests and parks shape your future. 497 km of coastline Café capital For more information, go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/international/why-wellington WELLINGTON IS AN IDEAL PLACE TO STUDY CREATIVE WALKABLE Wellington is New Zealand’s most creative city. It Wellington is New Zealand’s most walkable city, with the has topped the list for the past 20 years. You can average time for any Wellingtonian to walk to all find Wētā Workshop and the Museum of New Zealand amenities being 14 minutes. Te Papa Tongarewa here. (Urban Intelligence 2023) (Infometrics Creativity Index 2023) HIGH TECH SAFE Wellington is at the forefront of technology and Wellington is a safe and friendly place to live. It’s ranked innovation, with many tech companies calling it home. among the top 20 safest cities in the world. It’s named as one of the world’s ‘21 Places of the Future’. (Safest Cities in the World 2024, World Population Review) (Cognizant Center for the Future of Work 2021) CLEAN AND GREEN HAPPY Renowned for its clean, fresh air and green outdoor New Zealand is known for being one of the world’s most spaces, Wellington city has more than 100 parks and sociable and supportive countries. It’s no surprise that it playgrounds, as well as a stunning waterfront, beaches, ranks as the eleventh happiest country in the world. forests, and coastline. (World Happiness Report 2024) 1 Victoria University of Wellington
VICTORIA UNIVERSITY OF WELLINGTON Top 1% Our students come from about 120 countries of the world’s universities in 15 subject areas (QS World University Rankings by around the world Subject 2024) 96% of graduates were employed prior to Top 100 or within six months of completing their degree (2022–2023 Graduate Destinations Survey) in the world in 10 subjects (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024) 3,000 of our 17,000 students are international students 170+ programmes 40+ research institutes 4 libraries 3 CENTRAL 140+ clubs and societies CITY CAMPUSES IN WELLINGTON KELBURN PIPITEA TE ARO “Victoria University of Wellington’s excellent research facilities, approachable academic staff, and overall culture of friendliness and support really made it stand out compared to other schools. I love my daily commute along the coast. I’ve also really loved the café culture.” Georgia Westfall Student, Master of Science in Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience United States of America
SHAPE YOUR FUTURE At Victoria University of Wellington, we provide our students with a strong, relevant education in nearly 200 programmes. Our graduates are prepared for work with diverse, marketable skills in a fast-changing world. With us, you can develop strong employability skills in critical and creative thinking, enhance your ability to work both independently and collaboratively with others, and engage constructively with your local and international communities. In the following pages, explore our areas of study and discover the right programme for you. Prospective students are encouraged to discuss their study plans with our international team. Email international@vuw.ac.nz and our team will be able to provide you with information and advice. 2 Victoria University of Wellington
EXPLORE OUR SUBJECTS Victoria University of Wellington currently offers more than 170 different subjects. To find out more, go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/ international/programmes ARCHITECTURAL STUDIES EDUCATION AND TEACHING LANGUAGES AND PSYCHOLOGY AND BUILDING SCIENCE Education LINGUISTICS Brain Sciences and Mental Health Architecture Educational Psychology Academic and Professional Cognitive and Behavioural Architecture History and Theory Writing Neuroscience* Teacher Education (Early Building Science Childhood) Applied Linguistics* Cognitive Science Construction Law* Teacher Education (Primary and Asian Studies Criminal Justice and Psychology Interior Architecture Secondary)** Chinese Cross-cultural Psychology* Landscape Architecture English Educational Psychology ENGINEERING AND DIGITAL Project Management TECHNOLOGIES French Forensic Psychology* Sustainable Engineering Artificial Intelligence German Health Psychology Systems Computer Graphics and Games Intercultural Communication Māori Psychology Urban and Regional Planning* and Applied Translation* Mental Health Principles and Computer Science Japanese Applications BUSINESS Cybersecurity Engineering Language Sciences Psychological Science Accounting Data Science Literary Translation Studies* Work and Organisational Psychology Actuarial Science Electrical and Electronic Engineering Modern Language Studies Banking SCIENCE Electronic and Computer New Zealand Sign Language Business Administration* Biology Systems (NZSL) Studies Business Analysis* Biomedical Science Software Engineering Pacific Studies Commercial Law Biotechnology Sāmoan Studies / Matā‘upu Data Science ENGLISH LITERATURE AND tau Sāmoa Cell and Molecular Bioscience Econometrics CREATIVE WRITING Spanish Chemistry Economics Creative Writing* Te Reo Māori Climate Change Science and Policy Finance English Literature Teaching English to Speakers Data Science Global Business* of Other Languages (TESOL)* Development Studies ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES Human Resource Management Climate Change Science Drug Discovery and Development* LAW and Employment Relations and Policy* Construction Law* Ecology and Biodiversity Information Systems Climate Science International Trade* Geography Innovation and Entrepreneurship Conservation Biology* Law Geology International Business Earth Science Geophysics* Management Ecological Restoration* MATHEMATICS AND Human Genetics Marketing Ecology and Biodiversity STATISTICS Information Systems Public Management* Education for the Environment Actuarial Science Marine Biology Public Policy Environment and Society Applied Statistics* Molecular Microbiology* Sustainability and Ethics in Environment and Sustainability Data Science Molecular Pathology Business Mathematics Environmental Design Molecular Pharmacology and Taxation Statistics Environmental Humanities Medicinal Chemistry Tourism Management Environmental Science MUSIC AND THEATRE Physics COMMUNICATION Environmental Studies Audio Production and Renewable Energy Systems* Intercultural Communication Marine Biology Recording Science Communication Language Sciences Marine Conservation* Classical Performance Science in Society Literary and Creative Digital Music and Space Science HEALTH Audio Production Communication Health Informatics SOCIAL SCIENCES Marketing Communication Electronic Music Health Leadership and Area and Cultural Studies Media Studies Ethnomusicology* Management* Criminology Political Communication Instrumental/Vocal Composition Health Policy and Innovation Cultural Anthropology Science Communication Jazz Performance Health Policy, Planning, Cultures and Identities and Service Delivery* Musicology* DESIGN, FILM, AND MEDIA Development Studies Health Promotion Music/Sound* Animation and Visual Effects Ethical Leadership and Health Psychology Music Studies Communication Design Intercultural Communication Midwifery Music Therapy* Design for Social Innovation Gender and Sexuality Studies Nursing Practice* Performance* Design Technology* Global Health and Wellbeing Physical Activity and Hauora Popular Music Studies Fashion Design Technology Globalisation Movement and Change Professional Practice* Songwriting Film Human Rights, Justice and Peace Workplace Health and Safety* Theatre Game Design Indigenous Studies* Industrial Design POLITICS AND PUBLIC Kaitiakitanga HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY Interaction Design POLICY Māori Studies Art History Media Design International Relations Religious Studies Classical Studies Media Studies Migration Studies* Social Policy History User Experience Design* Political Communication Sociology Museum and Heritage Studies* Visual Narratives* Political Science Study of Religion Philosophy Public Management* World Affairs and Organisations Public Policy *Available at postgraduate level only. Strategic Studies* **Available at graduate diploma level only.
HOW OUR PROGRAMMES WORK STUDY LEVEL Pathway programme Undergraduate Postgraduate NZQF* Minimum Pathway Alternative pathway for Possible pathway level duration students who don’t meet for high-achieving entry requirements students 10 3 years PhD at least three years of research 9 1 year MASTER’S DEGREE MASTER’S DEGREE research 1–1.5 years coursework and may include research component HONOURS POSTGRADUATE 8 1 year coursework and DIPLOMA research coursework GRADUATE DIPLOMA coursework 7 3 years BACHELOR’S DEGREE coursework ENGLISH FOR 12–36 weeks ACADEMIC PURPOSES FOUNDATION STUDIES PROGRAMME (EAP) *New Zealand Qualifications Framework BACHELOR’S DEGREES POSTGRADUATE DEGREES A Bachelor’s degree—also called a first or an Postgraduate study normally requires good marks in undergraduate degree—is made up of courses, your first degree, with a major in the same area of some prescribed and some chosen by you. Most study. We also offer conversion degrees, which let you non-professional first degrees take three years gain a postgraduate qualification in a different subject to complete and require at least one major. to your undergraduate studies with some coursework and research. Major . Refers to the specialist subject of a degree 1 YEAR → Specialise in an area not included GRADUATE DIPLOMA in your first degree. . Most degrees allow for a single or a double major Minor 1 YEAR → Explore areas of interest in your HONOURS DEGREE chosen field through higher-level . Adds an additional area of focus for a degree OR POSTGRADUATE coursework and research. DIPLOMA . Similar to a major but requires fewer courses . Having a minor is optional for most degrees 1–2 YEARS → Advance your understanding MASTER’S DEGREE* and skill in your undergraduate Double degree major or undertake study in a new professional area. . Refers to the study of two degrees, either at the same time or consecutively 3–4 YEARS → Enhance your degree and expand . It is possible to cross-credit up to 120 points DOCTOR OF your knowledge through advanced PHILOSOPHY (PhD) study and research. See page 17 for more information. *A Master’s degree by research can be started anytime in the academic year. Students must identify a supervisor before applying. www.wgtn.ac.nz/finding-supervisors 4 Victoria University of Wellington
PATHWAYS TO UNIVERSITY ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC International pathways PURPOSES Victoria University of Wellington offers a variety of international pathways that allow you to select Delivered by the English Language Institute at Victoria international institutions and programmes to gain direct University of Wellington, our English for Academic entry or receive recognised credits towards your Purposes (EAP) programme can help you improve your studies at Victoria University of Wellington. These English and prepare you for your academic studies. The pathways enable you to begin your undergraduate or length of your programme will depend on your English postgraduate degree at VUW and start your academic language ability and your study goals. The EAP students journey in New Zealand. who meet the University’s minimum English-language entry score will be awarded a Certificate of Proficiency www.wgtn.ac.nz/international/programmes/ in English. For postgraduate-level study, a higher level of pathways-to-study achievement is required. www.wgtn.ac.nz/eap NEW ZEALAND SECONDARY SCHOOLS PATHWAY PROGRAMMES International students can study towards New Zealand If your qualification does not meet our minimum entry secondary school qualifications and qualify for entry requirements, a recognised pathway programme can to university. New Zealand schools have an excellent be an alternative entry into a Bachelor’s or postgraduate reputation for their teaching quality and academic degree. Successful completion of these programmes facilities. Pastoral care for international students often meets the academic entry requirements and may fulfill includes home-stay accommodation with a family. the English language requirements. Victoria University of Wellington works closely with schools to ensure a smooth transition from secondary school to university. Foundation Studies The Victoria University of Wellington Foundation Studies www.wgtn.ac.nz/apply-from-nz-school programme helps international students who don’t meet our entry requirements to prepare for undergraduate study. It offers successful students guaranteed entry into the University’s undergraduate programmes. The STUDY ABROAD programme is delivered by our partners at UP Education. If you don’t want to commit to a long-term degree, This programme offers flexibility with four intakes per you can still choose to study abroad. You can year and online study. Course options can take six, study for a trimester or a year at Victoria nine, 12, or 18 months (two, three, four, or six terms, University of Wellington and earn credits towards respectively), depending on your academic background your home university qualification. It will be a and level of English. study experience to remember as you enhance your degree in our world-class learning and www.wgtn.up.education teaching environment while exploring the many wonders and adventures that Wellington and the rest of New Zealand have to offer. www.wgtn.ac.nz/study-abroad
ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN INNOVATION Shelly Bay Community Library model by Danbie Bong for ARCI 212 Architecture Design Integration. STAND OUT WITH CREATIVITY ARCHITECTURE QUALIFICATIONS Discover a world-class education in architectural Subject area Qualification Years1 studies, building science, and design innovation in the vibrant centre of New Zealand’s capital city. Bachelor of Architectural Studies² ³ 3 Graduate Diploma in Designed Environments, 1 Architecture LEARN FROM THE BEST Architecture Postgraduate Diploma in Designed Environments, Architecture 1 Our expert staff and state-of-the-art facilities at Te Aro Master of Architecture (Professional) 2 campus and the Miramar Creative Centre will equip you PhD 3–4 with industry-level skills and experience, setting you up Bachelor of Architectural Studies² ³ 3 for success in your chosen field. Graduate Diploma in Designed Environments 1 Architecture Postgraduate Diploma in Designed Environments, ACCREDITATIONS History and Theory Architecture History and Theory 1 Master of Architecture 1 Master of Architecture (Professional) PhD 3–4 . New Zealand Registered Architects Board Bachelor of Building Science 3 Master of Interior Architecture Graduate Diploma in Designed Environments, Project 1 Building Science Management or Sustainable Engineering Systems . International Federation of Interior in Project Management Postgraduate Diploma in Architectural Science 1 Architects / Designers or Sustainable Master of Architectural Science 1 Engineering Systems . Interior Design / Interior Architecture Educators Master of Architectural Science (Research) 1 Association PhD 3–4 Postgraduate Diploma in Construction Law 1 Master of Landscape Architecture Construction Law Master of Construction Law 1–1.5 . New Zealand Institute of Landscape Architects Bachelor of Architectural Studies² ³ 3 Master of Urban and Regional Planning Graduate Diploma in Designed Environments, 1 Interior Architecture . New Zealand Planning Institute (the programme Interior Postgraduate Diploma in Designed Environments, is currently being assessed for full accreditation) Architecture Interior Architecture 1 Master of Interior Architecture 2 PhD 3–4 Bachelor of Architectural Studies² ³ 3 Graduate Diploma in Designed Environments, 1 Landscape Architecture Landscape Postgraduate Diploma in Designed Environments, Architecture 1 Landscape Architecture Master of Landscape Architecture 2 PhD 3–4 1 One year = two or three trimesters. Postgraduate Diploma in Designed Environments, 1 2 Entry into the second year is competitive, based on first-year grades. Urban and Regional Planning 3 Students can only enter the programme in Trimester 1. Planning Master of Urban and Regional Planning 2 For more information, see pages 18–19. PhD 3–4 6 Victoria University of Wellington
“I am glad I studied for a Bachelor of Design Innovation because it changed my perspective on design and its importance in the world we are living “The University fully exceeds my initial in. Being surrounded by many creative people from expectations. The School of Architecture’s different design areas at the faculty constantly interdisciplinary approach bridging Architecture, sparks my creativity to work on future projects.” Landscape Architecture, Interior Architecture, Ricardo Arévalo and Building Science provides a broader, Graduate, Bachelor of Design Innovation collaborative understanding of designing for the Recipient of a Te Rautaki Maruako Tutor Excellence Award built environment. We are taught by the best in from the University Aotearoa [New Zealand]—the academic staff are Venezuela industry professionals who expose us to various areas of expertise.” DESIGN INNOVATION QUALIFICATIONS Danbie Bong Postgraduate Diploma Graduate, Bachelor of Architectural Studies in Design Innovation Graduate Diploma in Other qualifications Bachelor of Design in Architecture Design Innovation Master of Design Master of Design New Zealand Subject area Innovation Innovation PhD Years1 3 1 1 1 1.5 3–4 Animation and Master of Design Visual Effects • • • • • Technology (13–18 months) Communication Design • • • • • Design for Social Master of User Innovation • • • • • Experience Design (13–18 months) Fashion Design Technology • • • • • Master of Design Game Design • • • • • Technology (13–18 months) Industrial Design • • • • • Master of User Interaction Design • • • • • Experience Design (13–18 months) Master of Design Media Design • • • • • Technology (13–18 months) Design • 3D model of a character by Adam Goodyear for ANFX 201 Animation and Visual Effects II. One year = two or three trimesters. 1 For more information, see pages 18–19. SCAN ME www.wgtn.ac.nz/international International Prospectus 2025–2026 7
BUSINESS AND GOVERNMENT BE AN INNOVATIVE LEADER BUSINESS AND GOVERNMENT QUALIFICATIONS Study at the Wellington School of Business Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) and Government, which is located at the heart Graduate Diploma in Commerce of New Zealand’s leadership, policymaking, and creative capital. Bachelor of Commerce² Master of Commerce³ Other qualifications LEARN FROM THE BEST Our students are led by staff who present Subject area original research at international conferences, publish in the best academic journals, and work PhD closely with other universities and outstanding international companies. Years1 3 1 1 1.5 3–4 Master of Professional Accounting— INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS traditional pathway (12 months/3 trimesters) Accounting • • • Master of Professional Accounting— CA fast-track (12 months/3 trimesters) You’ll benefit from the meaningful connections Postgraduate Diploma in Actuarial Science we have with the organisations around us, Actuarial Science • • • • (8 months/2 trimesters) Master of Actuarial Science through guest lectures from industry professionals, (12 months/3 trimesters) professional networking opportunities, and Business Administration Executive Master of Business Administration (16 months/4 trimesters) real-world projects. Master of Professional Business Analysis Business Analysis (16 months/4 trimesters) ACCREDITATIONS Commercial Law • • Data Science • Economics • • • • • Finance • • • • • Master of Global Business (12 months/ Global Business 3 trimesters)—specialisations available Governing for the Future • • Human Resource Management and Employment Relations • • • • • Information Systems • • • • • Master of Global Business International Business • • • • • (12 months/3 trimesters) Master of Global Business (12 months/3 trimesters) Management • • • • • Executive Master of Business Administration (16 months/4 trimesters) Master of Global Business Marketing • • • • • (12 months/3 trimesters) Postgraduate Diploma in Public Management (8 months/2 trimesters) Public Management • Master of Public Management (16 months/4 trimesters) Postgraduate Diploma in Public Policy (8 months/2 trimesters) Public Policy • • • Master of Public Policy (16 months/4 trimesters) Sustainability and Ethics in Business • Taxation • • Tourism Management • • • • • One year = two or three trimesters. 1 2 Minors are also available in Banking, Econometrics, and Innovation SCAN ME and Entrepreneurship. 3 Following a Bachelor of Commerce or equivalent. For more information, see pages 20–21. 8 Victoria University of Wellington
EDUCATION BECOME A WORLD-CLASS REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE EDUCATOR Our graduates are equipped to take up the challenges of the rapidly changing world of education. Our Make a positive difference to the lives of children teacher education graduates are qualified to teach with our teacher education qualifications. You’ll learn in New Zealand early childhood, primary and/or to provide quality education and care in the capital secondary schools depending on their programme of New Zealand. of study, and are eligible for provisional teacher registration from the New Zealand Teachers Council. LEARN FROM THE BEST Teaching experience is also built in to our teacher Our university is ranked in the top 200 universities education programmes, where students gain valuable worldwide for education (QS World University experience by being placed in classrooms as part of Rankings by Subject 2024). their programme. EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS Subject area Qualification Years¹ Bachelor of Education (Teaching) 3 Early Childhood Teacher Early Childhood Education Graduate Diploma of Teaching 1 (Early Childhood Education) Bachelor of Arts in Education² 3 Education Bachelor of Arts in Educational 3 Psychology² Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Primary) 1 Primary and Secondary Teacher Education Graduate Diploma of Teaching 1 (Secondary) Bachelor of Arts with Honours in 1 Education² Postgraduate Diploma in Education 1 “I chose to study early childhood education Postgraduate Education Master of Arts in Education² 1 because I wanted to make a genuine and positive Master of Education 1.5 change in the world—I also wanted to enjoy waking Master of Educational Psychology 2 up and going to work each day! At Victoria University of Wellington, I’ve found a passionate PhD 3–4 learning community with a spirit of playfulness and a drive to support young children to become One year = two or three trimesters. 1 confident, curious, and adventurous citizens.” 2 These qualifications are offered through the SCAN ME Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. Josh Allen Graduate, Bachelor of Education (Teaching) Early Childhood For more information, see pages 20–21. New Zealand www.wgtn.ac.nz/international International Prospectus 2025–2026 9
ENGINEERING TRANSFORM INDUSTRIES LEARN FROM THE BEST AND SOCIETIES The School of Engineering and Computer Science brings together the best of engineering and computer Study and develop digital technology right in science from a well-established group of international the centre of New Zealand’s technology and staff with a depth of experience in research and innovation capital. in industry. INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS The Industry Alliance Programme supports the delivery ENGINEERING QUALIFICATIONS of several of our industry-focused postgraduate Bachelor of Engineering with Honours degrees built on connections between the University Bachelor of Science with Honours Postgraduate Diploma in Science and local industry—providing industry-relevant skills and experience with real-world projects. Graduate Diploma in Science Master of Engineering Bachelor of Science Other qualifications “I have enough resources to complete my project— Master of Science the world-leading experimental platforms, and the positive research environment. But I think the thing Subject area that makes me happiest here is that my voice and ideas are valued.” PhD Dr Yueming Sun Years1 3 1 4 1 1 1 1–2 3–4 Graduate, Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering Artificial Master of Artificial Intelligence • • • • • • Intelligence (1–2 years) Computer ACCREDITATIONS Graphics and Games • • • • • • Cybersecurity Engineering major in the Bachelor of Computer • • • • • • Master of Computer Science Science (1–2 years) Engineering with Honours Cybersecurity Master of Engineering . Granted provisional accreditation by Engineering Engineering • • • Practice (1 year/ 3 trimesters) New Zealand (under the Washington Accord) and Master of Data Science will follow the standard process of full accreditation Data Science • • • • • • (2 years) Electrical and Master of Engineering Electrical and Electronic Engineering major in the Electronic Practice (1 year/ Engineering / 3 trimesters) Bachelor of Engineering with Honours Electronic • • • • • • • • Master of Renewable and Computer Energy (1 year) . Engineering New Zealand (under the Washington Systems Accord) Master of Engineering Practice (1 year/ 3 trimesters) Software Engineering major in the Bachelor of Software Engineering • • • Master of Software Engineering with Honours Development (1 year/ 3 trimesters) . Engineering New Zealand (under the Washington Accord) One year = two or three trimesters. 1 . IT Professionals New Zealand For more information, see pages 22–23. (under the Seoul Accord) SCAN ME 10 Victoria University of Wellington
HEALTH SHAPE A HEALTHY FUTURE LEARN FROM THE BEST Pursue your passion for improving people’s health We bring together teachers, researchers, and health and wellbeing in the heart of New Zealand. practitioners to help prepare you to make a difference to the health and wellbeing of diverse communities. ACCREDITATIONS HEALTH QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor of Midwifery Subject area Qualification Years1 . Midwifery Council of New Zealand Health Informatics Bachelor of Health 3 Master of Nursing Practice Health Leadership Postgraduate Diploma in Health 1 . Nursing Council of New Zealand and Management Master of Health 1 Health Policy and Innovation Bachelor of Health 3 Workplace Health and Safety specialisation of the Postgraduate Diploma of Health and Master of Health Health Policy, Planning, Postgraduate Diploma in Health 1 and Service Delivery . Institution of Occupational Safety and Health Master of Health 1 Bachelor of Health 3 Health Promotion Postgraduate Diploma in Health 1 Master of Health 1 Bachelor of Health 3 Postgraduate Diploma in Health Health Psychology Psychology 1 Master of Health Psychology 2 Health Research Master of Health Research 1 Midwifery Bachelor of Midwifery 4 Postgraduate Diploma in Health 1 Nursing Master of Health 1 Master of Nursing Practice 2 Bachelor of Health 3 Postgraduate Diploma of Physical Physical Activity and Hauora 1 Activity and Hauora “No other university I looked at offered this Master of Physical Activity 1 programme, and Victoria University of Wellington is and Hauora a top-ranked university for research, which really Postgraduate Diploma in Health 1 Professional Practice solidified my choice. Master of Health 1 “There are so many different cultures in Wellington, Postgraduate Diploma in Health 1 I feel like I fit in, and the support from the lecturers Workplace Health and Safety Master of Health 1 and administrative staff has been so amazing.” Pramishka Madurapperuma One year = two or three trimesters. 1 Graduate, Postgraduate Diploma in Health The Postgraduate Diploma in Health and Master of (Health Leadership and Management) Health can also be studied without any specialisation. SCAN ME Sri Lanka PhD study is possible in subjects in which expert supervision is available. For more information, see pages 22–23. www.wgtn.ac.nz/international International Prospectus 2025–2026 11
HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES THINK CRITICALLY AND INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS CREATIVELY Many programmes have connections in Wellington that create unrivalled opportunities for students to Broaden your knowledge in New Zealand’s creative engage in. These include Archives New Zealand, and cultural capital, where you will be at the centre the Government and Parliament, the Museum of of politics, culture, foreign embassies, and the New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, the New Zealand public service. Film Archive, professional and amateur theatre, and the city’s thriving digital and film industries. LEARN FROM THE BEST Our university is ranked in the top 200 universities HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES QUALIFICATIONS worldwide for arts and humanities, anthropology, Bachelor of Arts with Honours Postgraduate Diploma in Arts development studies, English language and literature, history, linguistics, modern languages, performing arts, politics and international studies, religious studies, and Graduate Diploma in Arts Other qualifications sociology (QS World University Rankings by Bachelor of Arts² Subject 2024). Master of Arts³ Subject area PhD Years¹ 3 1 1 1 1 3–4 1 Master of Applied Linguistics5 Applied Linguistics4 • • • Master of TESOL5 Postgraduate Diploma in Museum and Heritage Practice Art History • • • • • • Master of Museum and Heritage Practice Asian Studies • • • • • • Chinese • • • • • • Classical Studies / Classics • • • • • • “Wellington is New Zealand’s political and diplomatic hub Creative Writing 4 • • • and, given the openness of New Zealand politics, a very Criminology • • • • • • Master of Criminology accessible one. Studying Politics and International Cultural • • • • • • Relations at Victoria University of Wellington has been so Anthropology much more relevant and meaningful, knowing that down Development • • Studies6 the road, debates are happening in the House [Parliament], bills are being passed, and state visits are taking place.” Economics6 • • • • • • Master of Philosophy, Politics, and Economics Darryn Ooi Education • • • • • • Master of Education Graduate, Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Politics, Education and • • Master of Educational Psychology6 Psychology and International Relations Graduate, Bachelor of Laws with Honours English (Literature) • • • • • • New Zealand Master of Fine Arts (Creative Film • • • • • • Practice) French • • • • • • Geography6 • • • • • • German • • • • • • Greek • • • • • • History • • • • • • 12 Victoria University of Wellington
5 The Master of TESOL and Master of Applied Linguistics may be available in part by HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES QUALIFICATIONS distance learning. 6 These subjects are offered for Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences qualifications, Bachelor of Arts with Honours but are taught by other faculties. Postgraduate Diploma in Arts 7 Subject to regulatory approval. Graduate Diploma in Arts 8 Linguistics major to be replaced by Language Sciences, subject to regulatory approval. 9 TESOL major to be replaced by Language Sciences, subject to regulatory approval. Other qualifications Bachelor of Arts² For more information, see pages 24–27. Master of Arts³ Subject area COMMUNICATION QUALIFICATIONS Postgraduate Diploma PhD Other qualifications in Communication Communication Communication Years¹ 3 1 1 1 1 3–4 1 Subject area Bachelor of • Postgraduate Diploma in Master of Indigenous Studies Indigenous Studies Master of Indigenous Studies PhD Postgraduate Diploma in International Relations International Relations • • • • • • Master of International Years¹ 3 1 1 3–4 Relations Master of International Trade Postgraduate Diploma in Intercultural Communication and Japanese • • • • • • Intercultural Applied Translation (1 year) Communication • • • • Kaitiakitanga • • Master of Intercultural Communication and Applied Language Sciences 7 • • Translation (1 year) Latin • • • • • • Literary and Creative • • • • Master of Applied Linguistics5 Communication Linguistics8 • • Master of TESOL5 Media Studies • • • • Bachelor of Arts (3 years) Māori Studies • • • • • • Political Mathematics6 • • • • • • Communication • • • • Bachelor of Communication Science (3 years) Communication • • • • Bachelor of Science (3 years) Media Studies • • • • • • Postgraduate Diploma in Communication 1 One year = two or three trimesters. Master of Communication Postgraduate Diploma in For more information, see pages 24–27. Intercultural Communication Modern Language and Applied Translation Studies • • • • • • Master of Intercultural Communication and Applied MUSIC QUALIFICATIONS Translation Bachelor of Music with Honours Postgraduate Diploma in Music Postgraduate Diploma in Museum and Museum and Heritage Practice • • Graduate Diploma in Music Heritage Studies Master of Museum and Bachelor of Popular Music Heritage Practice Master of Musical Arts For specialist qualifications, Other qualifications see the Music Qualifications Bachelor of Music2 Music • • • • • • table at right. Master of Music Master of Fine Arts (Creative Practice) Subject area Pacific Studies • • • • • • Master of Philosophy, Politics, Philosophy • • • • • • PhD and Economics Master of Philosophy, Politics, Political Science • • • • • • and Economics Years¹ 3 3 1 1 1 1 1 3–4 Master of Political Science Audio Production Psychology6 • • • • • • and Recording • Public Policy6 • • • • • • Classical Performance3 • • • • • • • Sāmoan Studies / Matā‘upu tau Sāmoa • • • • • • Composition Master of Fine Arts (Creative Sociology • • • • • • (Instrumental and • • • • • • • Practice) (1 year) Vocal) Spanish • • • • • • Digital Music and Master of Fine Postgraduate Diploma in Audio Production • • • • • • • • Arts (Creative Practice) (1 year) Strategic Studies Strategic Studies Master of Strategic Studies Electronic Music • Study of Religion • • • • • • Jazz Performance • • • • • • • Te Reo Māori • • • • • • Music Studies • • • • Master of Applied Linguistics5 TESOL9 • • • Master of TESOL5 Master of Music Music Therapy Therapy Master of Fine Arts (Creative (2 years) Theatre • • • • • • Practice) Popular Music Postgraduate Diploma in Studies • Intercultural Communication and Applied Translation Translation Songwriting4 • Master of Intercultural Communication and Applied Translation One year = two or three trimesters. 1 2 Minors are also available in Composition, Music One year = two or three trimesters. 1 Technology, Performance, and Popular Music Studies. SCAN ME 2 Minors are also available in Creative Writing, Data Science, Gender and Sexuality Studies, 3 Performance students are selected by audition. New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL), Popular Music Studies, and Social Policy. 4 Offered from 2026. 3 A Master of Arts can be completed in one year of study/research only after an Honours year in the same subject area, or equivalent. For more information, see pages 24–27. 4 Courses are available at undergraduate level in these subjects, but the subjects are not Bachelor of Arts majors.
LAW LEAD THE CHANGE REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE Advance your knowledge of law at a capital-city law Because our campus is close to New Zealand’s school with a global outlook—right in the legal and Parliament and the district, high, and supreme courts, political heart of New Zealand. it makes for a unique centre for students, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners. LEARN FROM THE BEST Student-led seminars provide a forum for analysis of Our Law School is frequently ranked among the top current legal issues and result in a substantial body 100 law schools in the world, and our faculty is in of research. Some of this is published in the Faculty’s a privileged position to inform thinking and lead debate journals, the Victoria University of Wellington Law on legal, policy, and governance issues in New Zealand Review and the New Zealand Journal of Public and and beyond. International Law, and other academic journals. We hold public lectures and seminars in collaboration with legal professionals, the judiciary, domestic and LAW QUALIFICATIONS international experts on current issues, and our three Subject area Qualification Years1 leading research centres: the New Zealand Centre of International Economic Law, the Centre for Justice Bachelor of Laws² 4 Innovation New Zealand, and the New Zealand Centre for Public Law. Bachelor of Laws with Honours³ 4–5 Graduate Certificate in Law⁴ 0.5–1 Graduate Diploma in Law⁴ 1 Postgraduate Diploma in 1 Construction Law Master of Construction Law 1–1.5 Law Master of Laws by coursework5 1.5 Master of Laws by coursework and 1–1.5 dissertation (35,000 words)5 Master of Laws by thesis 1–1.5 (50,000 words)⁵ Master of International Trade 1.5 “As a law student, you’re just across the road from the PhD 3–4 Beehive, the seat of the New Zealand Government, One year = two or three trimesters. and the courts, so you’re very close to all the action. 1 2 Entry into the second year is competitive, based on grades in the first year. There are a range of courses to choose from, 3 The Honours programme runs parallel to the Bachelor of Laws in its final two including an opportunity to complete an internship years—entry is by invitation after high achievement in second or third year. in a firm, office, court, or government department. 4 If you’re a legal practitioner from overseas who needs to I was an international student, and the internship meet New Zealand Council of Legal Education requirements, the Graduate Certificate of Law will help gave me some much-needed insights into the you meet them. practice of law in New Zealand.” 5 The Master of Laws is usually taken to focus on a SCAN ME specific aspect of law—it does not entitle a graduate to practise law in New Zealand. For information on Nilu Ariyaratne obtaining a practising certificate, go to www.nzcle.org.nz Graduate, Master of Laws For more information, see pages 26–29. Sri Lanka 14 Victoria University of Wellington
SCIENCE STAND ON THE EDGE SCIENCE QUALIFICATIONS OF DISCOVERY Bachelor of Science with Honours Postgraduate Diploma in Science Bachelor of Biomedical Science Gain real-world industry experience Bachelor of Environment and Graduate Diploma in Science while you study in New Zealand’s Bachelor of Psychology science capital. Bachelor of Science² Other qualifications Master of Science LEARN FROM THE BEST Subject area The Faculty of Science is led by Society staff at the cutting edge of discovery, PhD with Development Studies, Earth and Marine Sciences, Geography, Geology, Years¹ 3 3 3 3 1 1 1 1–2 3–4 Geophysics, and Psychology ranked Master of Actuarial Science Actuarial Science • • • in the world’s top 150 in the 2024 (1 year) Master of Applied Statistics QS World University Rankings by Applied Statistics (1 year) Subject. Artificial Intelligence • • • • • • Master of Artificial Intelligence (1 year) Biology • • LEADING RESEARCH Biotechnology • • • • • • Brain Sciences and • Several noteworthy research Mental Health centres and institutes are based Cell and Molecular • • • • • • Bioscience at the University. These include Chemistry • • • • • • the MacDiarmid Institute for Master of Climate Change Nanotechnology and Advanced Climate Change Science and Policy (1–2 years) Postgraduate Certificate in Materials, the Malaghan Institute Science and Policy • Science majoring in Climate Change Science and Policy for Medical Research—New Zealand’s (1 year) top research institute in material Climate Science • • • science and largest private medical Master of Clinical Immunology Clinical Immunology research institute—and the Antarctic (1 year) Postgraduate Diploma in Research Centre, a leading research Clinical Research (1 year) group on Antarctic research and the Clinical Research • Master of Clinical Research (1 year) global climate system. Cognitive Science • Computer Graphics • • • • • • INDUSTRY and Games Master of Computer Science CONNECTIONS • • • • • • Computer Science (1 year) Conservation Master of Conservation Biology • • • • (1 year) The Industry Alliance Programme Biology supports the delivery of several of our Criminal Justice and Psychology • industry-focused postgraduate degrees Data Science • • • • • • Master of Data Science (2 years) built on connections between the Postgraduate Diploma in University and local industry—providing Development • • • • • Development Studies (1 year) Studies Master of Development Studies industry-relevant skills and experience (1 year) with real-world projects. Postgraduate Diploma in Drug Discovery and Development Drug Discovery (1 year) and Development Master of Drug Discovery and Development (1–2 years3)
SCIENCE QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor of Science with Honours Postgraduate Diploma in Science Bachelor of Biomedical Science Bachelor of Environment and Graduate Diploma in Science Bachelor of Psychology Bachelor of Science² Other qualifications Master of Science Subject area Society PhD Years¹ 3 3 3 3 1 1 1 1–2 3–4 Earth Science • • • Ecological Restoration • • • “I’m loving being in this environment. Ecology and Most of the time, I’m just sitting in the Biodiversity • • • • • • School of Biological Sciences surrounded Educational Psychology • by so many biologists from different Electronic and • • • • • • fields, and you have nice, interesting Computer Systems conversations, and you can make friends Environmental Science • • • • • • Master of Environmental Science really easily. Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental • • • • Environmental Studies (1 year) “My research might have the potential Studies Master of Environmental Studies (1–2 years3) to have such a big impact, or not—we Geography • • • • • • • just don’t know yet. When it comes to Geology • • • • • biology, every little step on the journey is important.” Geophysics • • • • Health Psychology • Lisa Wolf Bachelor of Biomedical Science Candidate, PhD in Science with Honours (1 year) Postgraduate Diploma in Germany Human Genetics • Biomedical Science (1 year) Master of Biomedical Science (1–2 years) Information Systems • Māori Psychology • Marine Biology • • • • • • Master of Marine Conservation Marine Conservation • (1–1.5 years4) Mathematics • • • • • • Mental Health: Principles • and Applications Molecular Microbiology • • • • Bachelor of Biomedical Science with Honours (1 year) Postgraduate Diploma in Molecular Pathology • Biomedical Science (1 year) Master of Biomedical Science (1–2 years) Bachelor of Biomedical Science One year = two or three trimesters. 1 with Honours (1 year) 2 Minor is also available in Science in Society. Molecular Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmacology and • Biomedical Science (1 year) 3 Can be completed in one or two years depending on Medicinal Chemistry academic background. Master of Biomedical Science (1–2 years) 4 January or June start; can be completed in 1 or 1.5 years depending on background. Physical Geography • The first year of this degree is also offered as a Postgraduate 5 Diploma in Science. Physics • • • • • • 6 The Science Communication major must be taken alongside Master of Science in Cognitive another major or minor from the BSc or BBmedSc degrees. and Behavioural Neuroscience (2 years5) The Science in Society minor does not fulfil this requirement. Psychology / Master of Science in Psychological • • • • • • • Cross-Cultural Psychology For more information, see pages 28–31. Science (2 years5) Master of Science in Forensic Psychology (2 years5) Science Communication6 • • SCAN ME Master of Science in Society Science in Society • • • (1 year) Space Science • • Master of Applied Statistics Statistics • • • • • • (1.5–2 years) Work and Organisational • Psychology
AN INSPIRING RESEARCH ENVIRONMENT Victoria University of Wellington offers PhD candidates a thriving and focused academic experience. Our partnerships help build the capability of researchers, delivering knowledge and understanding that improve social, cultural, and economic outcomes in the Asia–Pacific region. OUR RESEARCH IS WORLD LEADING The University has research strengths in many areas, including business and government, culture and creativity, “I considered all reputed international options and zeroed design and manufacturing, health and wellbeing, science and digital engineering, and sustainability and resilience. in on Victoria University of Wellington as the perfect choice for further studies. The emphasis on original We have researchers of national and international research and critical thinking made Victoria University repute working at the forefront of knowledge in a of Wellington the natural and only choice for me.” diverse range of disciplines. Our researchers win major grants in highly competitive environments and publish Prakriti Bhatt regularly in leading international journals and with top Candidate, Doctor of Philosophy in Law academic publishers. Wellington Doctoral Scholarship recipient India Our state-of-the-art technical resources help facilitate the research by staff and students, together with a range of international research services and access to collaborative networks. STUDY FOR YOUR PhD WITH US Whatever your aspirations, we can offer you a postgraduate programme that will widen your skills #1 IN RESEARCH INTENSITY * and deepen your knowledge in your chosen subject. Aside from having strong partnerships with four national Benefits of a PhD in New Zealand Centres of Research Excellence, the University is home to more than 40 world-leading research institutes and . International students pay the same fees as domestic students. centres that have significant roles in graduate teaching and research. These include the: . Enjoy excellent work rights both during and after your PhD. . Centre for Strategic Studies . Partners can apply for an open work visa. . Ferrier Research Institute . Children can enrol in New Zealand state schools. . International Institute of Modern Letters Application information . MacDiarmid Institute for Advanced Materials Apply for your PhD through the Faculty of Graduate and Nanotechnology Research. Scan the code for more information about . Malaghan Institute of Medical Research PhD degrees, admission requirements, contacting . New Zealand Climate Change Institute potential supervisors, the application process, and scholarship funding. . New Zealand Contemporary China Research Centre Applications are considered in three rounds each year, . New Zealand India Research Institute with closing dates of: SCAN ME . Victoria University Coastal Ecology Laboratory. 1 March, 1 July, and 1 November. *Victoria University of Wellington has been the top-ranked university in New Zealand since 2012, as measured by the six-yearly Performance-Based Research Fund (PBRF) evaluation exercise run by the New Zealand Tertiary Education Commission. www.wgtn.ac.nz/international International Prospectus 2025–2026 17
Estimated tuition fees 2025 Coursework (C) Estimated duration2 (NZ$)4 Research (R) INFORMATION Intake (start Total points for full Minimum general entry requirements PROGRAMME PROGRAMME date)1 qualification Per 120 For full (See our website for full details.) Trimesters Years3 points5 programme PATHWAY PROGRAMMES AND STUDY ABROAD You need to have a pre-intermediate level of English before beginning this course—at least Duolingo 70, IELTS 4.5, or TOEFL English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Feb, Jun, Sep 12 weeks6 – 60 – $6,750 per 60 points • iBT34. You will need to submit your English test results with your application. Your English test results will indicate how many English courses you need to enrol in. If you do not have English test results, contact eli@vuw.ac.nz 6, 9, 12, or Foundation Studies (delivered by UP Education) Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct – 18 months – – Varies per student • Go to www.wgtn.up.education Study Abroad: Undergraduate • Completion of at least one year of undergraduate study at a recognised tertiary institution with above-average grades. $13,500 $13,500 Study Abroad: Postgraduate Feb, Jul 1 or 2 18 months – per trimester per trimester • An equivalent of a New Zealand Bachelor’s degree is required. Study Abroad: First year • Relevant country Bachelor’s degree admission requirements. Research Identify a Statement Academic Additional requirements ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN INNOVATION C R Portfolio CV Grade proposal supervisor of intent qualification or information Entry into second year is Bachelor of Architectural Studies Feb 6 3 360 $42,000 – • competitive and is based on your first-year results. Entry into second year is based on passing all the required core Bachelor of Building Science courses in the first year. There Feb, Jul 6 3 360 $42,000 – • is a longer duration to complete your programme if you commence in July. Bachelor of Design Innovation Feb, Jul 6 3 360 $39,550 – • Bachelor’s Degree needs to be in a Graduate Diploma in Design Innovation Feb 2 1 120 – $39,550 • • degree B design-related area. Degree needs to be in an Bachelor’s Graduate Diploma in Designed Environments Feb 2 1 120 – $42,000 • degree B architecture- or building-science-related area. If you have previous work Bachelor’s Postgraduate Diploma in Architectural Science Feb 2 1 120 – $45,700 • degree B experience, you may provide some work samples or a portfolio. Bachelor’s Degree needs to be in an Postgraduate Diploma in Designed Environments Feb 2 1 120 – $45,700 • degree B architecture-related area. 1 Starting trimester may vary depending on major subject If you have previous work or specialisation. The duration experience, you may provide Bachelor’s of some programmes may Master of Architectural Science Feb 3 1 180 $45,700 $68,500 • degree B some work samples or a portfolio. be affected by your chosen Degree should be in architecture or start date. building science. 2 These are estimated Degree needs to be in an durations. Durations may Postgraduate vary depending on availability Master of Architectural Science (Research) Anytime – 1 120 – $45,700 • • • diploma B architecture- or building-science- related area. of courses, workload, and a student’s capability. Anytime (except Bachelor’s Degree needs to be in an 3 The University year has Master of Architecture (by thesis) Dec and Jan) – 1 120 – $45,700 • • • degree B architecture-related area. three trimesters, starting in February, July, and November. Bachelor’s Degree needs to be in an Courses are not available for Master of Architecture (Professional) Feb 4 2 240 $45,700 – • • • degree B architecture-related area. all programmes in Trimester 3. 4 Tuition fees are estimated Degree needs to be in a Bachelor’s and subject to change. They Master of Construction Law Feb 3 1.5 180 $45,700 $68,500 • • • degree B law-related or do not include other costs built-environment-related area. such as the student services levy and insurance. Go to Bachelor’s Degree needs to be in a page 36 for more information. Master of Design (by thesis) Anytime – 1 120 – $44,300 • • • • degree B design-related area. 5 This is the minimum upfront payment for visa applications. Bachelor’s Degree needs to be in a Master of Design Innovation Feb 4 1.5 180 $44,300 $66,450 • • • degree B design-related area. 6 You may need to take several consecutive courses (20–30 weeks) to reach the required Degree needs to be in a design- level of English for your Bachelor’s related area and portfolio must intended university degree or Master of Design Technology Feb 3 1 180 $44,300 $66,450 • • degree B demonstrate student’s capability in programme. 3D-application software. 7 Fees can differ depending on the subject. Refer to the website for more 8 Some Honours subjects do Bachelor’s information on early application not have a July start. Master of Fine Arts (Creative Practice) in Design Feb 3 1 180 $42,450 $63,650 • • • degree B deadlines, applying, and specific 9 Costs associated with field requirements. trips are not included in these fee estimates. In particular, Degree needs to be in an Bachelor’s there are substantial extra Master of Interior Architecture Feb 4 2 240 $45,700 – • • • degree B interior-architecture- or costs for field trips for the architecture-related area. Master of Conservation Bachelor’s Degree needs to be in a Biology and the Master of Master of Landscape Architecture Feb 4 2 240 $45,700 – • • • degree B landscape-architecture-related area. Marine Conservation. A six-month Graduate If you have extensive professional/ Bachelor’s Certificate is also available in Master of Urban and Regional Planning Feb, Jul 4 2 240 $45,700 – • • • degree B practical experience, you may most subjects. provide work samples. Online study options This degree is for designers are available for some upskilling and for non-design programmes. To learn more, Bachelor’s go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/ Master of User Experience Design Feb 3 1 180 $44,300 $66,450 • • degree B graduates moving into a design international-online-study career. Please provide examples of your work if you are a designer. For more information, go to www.wgtn.ac.nz or contact Go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/phd-fees for international@vuw.ac.nz PhD Anytime – ≥3 360 full details • Go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/fgr/prospective-phds 18 Victoria University of Wellington www.wgtn.ac.nz/international International Prospectus 2025–2026 19
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