Victoria University of Wellington is a leading New Zealand university renowned for its academic excellence, research strength, and strong focus on public policy and global issues. Founded in 1897, the university offers a wide range of programs across humanities, social sciences, business, law, science, and creative disciplines. Located in the capital city, Victoria benefits from close links with government, industry, and international organizations. With a vibrant campus culture and global outlook, the university prepares graduates to think critically and succeed in an increasingly interconnected world.

Courses

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Featured Courses

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Art History + 42 majors

Kelburn, Wellington Region

3 years

Feb, Jul

A-Level

CCC

Fee / year

from NZD $33,400

Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)

Accounting + 14 majors

Pipitea, Wellington Region

3 years

Feb, Jul, Nov

A-Level

CCC

Fee / year

from NZD $35,450

Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (BE(Hons))

Cybersecurity Engineering + 3 majors

Kelburn, Wellington Region

4 years

Feb, Jul

A-Level

CCC

Fee / year

from NZD $43,850

Bachelor of Psychology (BPsyc)

Brain Sciences and Mental Health + 8 majors

Kelburn, Wellington Region

3 years

Feb, Jul

A-Level

CCC

Fee / year

from NZD $38,200

Bachelor of Science (BSc)

Actuarial Science + 25 majors

Kelburn, Wellington Region

3 years

Feb, Jul

A-Level

CCC

Fee / year

from NZD $38,200

University Minimum Requirements

for undergraduate (Guide only)

A-Level

CCC

Fee / year

from NZD $38,175

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Campuses

Victoria University of Wellington's main campus is Kelburn and has a total of 5 campuses.

Studying in Kelburn(Main)

Living cost with rent

NZD $2,200 - $2,600

Rent / month

NZD $1,000 - $1,500

Location: Kelburn, Wellington
Nearby : It’s a 10–15-minute walk from the city centre to Kelburn campus.
Getting here : Public transport via bus (Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington Kelburn - Stop B)
Faculties : Home to most of the faculties including Faculty of Science and Engineering.
The Kelburn campus is the heart of the first-year experience at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.

Studying in Pipitea

Living cost with rent

NZD $2,200 - $2,600

Rent / month

NZD $1,000 - $1,500

Location: Pipitea, Wellington Central Business District
Nearby : located in the heart of Wellington’s legal, government, and business district
Getting here : Public transport via train (Wellington Railway Station)
Faculties : Home to Wellington School of Business and Government and Faculty of Law
Rutherford House is one of the University’s key buildings in downtown Wellington and, along with the Government Building, forms our Pipitea Campus. The building had a new annexe added several years ago, which provided modern, fit-for-purpose teaching spaces.

Studying in Te Aro

Living cost with rent

NZD $2,200 - $2,600

Rent / month

NZD $1,000 - $1,500

Location: Cuba Quarter, Te Aro, Wellington
Nearby : located close to colourful Cuba Street
Getting here : Public transport via bus (Taranaki Street at Vivian Street)
Faculties : Home to the Faculty of Architecture and Design Innovation.
Te Aro campus has two buildings, with the reception located in the University’s striking red building at 139 Vivian Street. A purpose-built space, Wigan Building, has been leased directly behind 139 Vivian Street, allowing consolidation of the whole Faculty within one location.

Studying in Auckland

Living cost with rent

Above NZD $2,600

Rent / month

NZD $900 - $2,000

Location: Central Business District, Auckland
Nearby : a short distance to Auckland’s main Queen Street.
Getting here : Public transport via bus (Symonds Street, Queen Street)
Faculties : Home to some courses in education, business, and architecture and design innovation
The Auckland premises are located close to bus links, the central Britomart bus and train station, ferry wharf, and the Auckland viaduct with easy access to arterial routes.

Studying in Miramar Creative Centre

Living cost with rent

NZD $2,200 - $2,600

Rent / month

NZD $900 - $1,200

Location: Miramar, Wellington
Nearby : sitting amongst the Wētā group buildings on Park Road
Getting here : Public transport via bus (Park Road, Rotherham Terrace, and Miramar North Road)
Faculties : Home to two specialty programmes—the Master of Design Technology and the Film and Music streams of the Master of Fine Arts (Creative Practice).
Not a full campus, the MCC is the University’s cutting-edge filmmaking, post-production, and design studio. Students who study here collaborate closely with leading experts from New Zealand’s film, animation, and game design industries.

Upcoming Intakes

Here are the intake periods and application deadlines for Victoria University of Wellington.

2026 FebApply by

Undergraduate8 December

Postgraduate1 December

2026 JulApply by

Undergraduate1 May

Postgraduate1 April

*Intakes may vary by courses and will be closed once the programme is full.

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Victoria University of Wellington

Courses

Featured Courses

University Minimum Requirements

Is Victoria University of Wellington your best fit?

Campuses

Studying in Kelburn(Main)

Studying in Pipitea

Studying in Te Aro

Studying in Auckland

Studying in Miramar Creative Centre

Upcoming Intakes

Secure Your Dream Course with a Quick Inquiry Today

Eligibility & Budget Review

Document Assistance

Weekly Check-Ins

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