International Prospectus 2011

victoria university of wellington • new zealand
INTERNATIONAL PROSPECTUS 2011

a study experience
that will stay with you for life
WELCOME TO VICTORIA
Wellington is a great city in which to live and study. challenges of the current millennium, guided by staff
With its scenic hills and natural harbour, the capital who are world leaders in their fields.
city of New Zealand offers unrivalled cultural,
At Victoria you will join a warm, open and diverse
economic and political dimensions. It offers all the
community of students from over 90 countries.
benefits of a major city.
We have excellent support networks built up from over
Victoria University has been the academic heart of the 50 years of looking after the needs of international
region for over 100 years and it continues to produce students. I welcome you to Victoria University and
high quality graduates who are the next generation of wish you the very best in your studies.
scholars, inventors, entrepreneurs, and business and
I hope you enjoy your time here and take the
civic leaders.
opportunity we offer to achieve academic excellence.
Our teaching and research is built on a proud tradition
of academic excellence and is geared to meet the Professor Pat Walsh, Vice Chancellor
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16 Commerce + Administration
18 Education
36 Victoria International
37 Student Support + Facilities
8 A Victoria Degree 20 Engineering 38 Accommodation
10 Enhance your Degree 22 Humanities + Social Sciences 39 Living Costs + Budget
11 Exchange Partner Institutions 24 Law 41 Contact Details
12 Academic Links in Asia 25 Science
13 Foundation Studies Programme 28 Graduate Research 43 Application Form
English Proficiency Programme 29 Scholarships
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Four campuses in Friendly and supportive established 1899 adventure and creative, cultural
Wellington city learning environment world-class research great outdoors capital city
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Victoria University of Wellington

Hunter Lawn, Kelburn campus
Victoria University has seven

Located in Wellington, the geographic, political and
faculties on four campuses. cultural centre of New Zealand, Victoria is at the heart of
Victoria offers internationally- an outstanding academic and political community that
recognised courses and degree shares a global perspective.
programmes in many hundreds of Victoria offers an outstanding academic, social In 2009 the University opened the $5 million
subject areas. and cultural experience. With a teaching focus Coastal Ecology Laboratory as the flagship of
on leadership, communication skills, and our marine biology and ecology research
creative and critical thinking, our graduates are programme, one of the biggest in New Zealand.
Teaching at Victoria focuses on equipped to make a significant contribution to
In 2010, the state-of-the-art Alan MacDiarmid
leadership, communication skills local, national and international communities.
Building in Kelburn campus was opened to
and creative and critical thinking. Victoria continues to excel in research, provide additional teaching space, research
contributing knowledge and expertise to the laboratories and postgraduate study areas for a
issues and development of New Zealand’s range of science disciplines.
The University is a leading society and the world.
As a reflection of the increasing importance of
New Zealand centre of research, The University has over 40 research institutes research to the University, in recent years
involving most teaching staff. and centres on campus as well as many teaching Victoria has progressively increased the
and research partnerships and links within research degree scholarships it offers, with
Wellington, New Zealand and internationally. 250 PhD scholarships awarded in 2010.
Victoria enrols over 21,000 Much of our research is in response to current
students each year, including 3,000 issues, such as climate change and emerging
technologies.
international students from more
than 90 countries.
Our award-winning student support
services help international students
settle and adjust to their new living
and learning environment.
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Rutherford House, Pipitea campus
Victoria University campuses

The University operates from several sites in
Wellington city.
Kelburn Campus overlooks
the beautiful harbour city of
Wellington and is the home
of schools with interests in
science, engineering, and
humanities and social
Victoria, where original thought and sciences, and the University’s administration.
Te Aro Campus is in the
exceptional scholarship connect.

creative centre of the city, on
the southern fringe of the
central business district, and
is the home of the Schools of
Victoria is based in the heart of New Zealand’s Wellington’s strengths lie in the intersection of Architecture and Design.
capital city. The University offers great the public sector – government ministries and
Pipitea Campus is in the
opportunities for students to collaborate with, departments, national research institutions and
heart of the CBD and next to
and learn from, partners in Government, the national collections – and the private sector,
Parliament and the courts,
public sector and science and technology with its focus on finance, IT, legal and business
and is home to Victoria’s
organisations. It is also closely connected to the institutions. Many of Victoria’s leading
schools specialising in law,
local business community, with its strengths in academics are involved in research projects in
government, commerce and
information technology and the creative response to the needs of these institutions and
administration, and professional development.
industries. are regularly consulted in areas significant to
the country’s economic, social, political, and Karori Campus is five to ten
international welfare. minutes’ drive from the city
centre and is the home of the
schools specialising in
teacher education and
education studies.
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Welcome to Wellington
Wellington is New Zealand’s political, New Zealand’s capital city is multicultural and full of
cultural and creative capital. bright, open-minded people – it’s an ideal environment for
Wellington is named the 12th best international students who wish to study in a lively and
city in the world in the Mercer Quality supportive environment.
of Living Survey.
A beautiful city Capital city – a capital experience
Wellington is also regularly ranked Wellington is one of the most beautiful cities in At the centre of government, Wellington has a
New Zealand. The inner city, central suburbs network of important national institutions,
as one of the world’s safest cities in and harbour are encircled by the Town Belt, a including ministries, courts, libraries, archives
which to live. 4,250-hectare natural reserve on the first line of and museums. Its business and governmental
hills, incorporating many parks and walkways. district sets Wellington at the heart of national
This dark-green sweep is a vital part of and international affairs. As the nation’s capital,
Surrounded by sea, hills and forest,
Wellington’s identity. it is the chosen venue for many international
Wellington offers great opportunities Wellington’s distinctive architecture creates a
conferences, sporting events and concerts.
for outdoor recreation and sport . feeling of accommodation and sanctuary. For study, research and life experience, the city
A small number of factories means that is a live-wire of information, with a strong
Wellington is environmentally friendly. awareness of its history and a keen dialogue
As the geographic centre of
Wellington’s air is pure and its water is clean. with current events.
New Zealand, Wellington is an ideal
base for exploring our beautiful
country.
All foreign embassies to
New Zealand are based in
Wellington.

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has a tertiary qualification – the city is
motivated and energised by the intelligent
vision of its people.
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Zealand Symphony Orchestra and the Royal
New Zealand Ballet and the Museum of New
Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa. New Zealand’s bold
and innovative national museum curates
the nation’s extensive historic national art
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An easy, safe place to live

cultural heartbeat of New Zealand.
Wellington’s urban design favours people and
Wellington’s hilly geography focuses its main Victoria University Students’ Association
community over cars and traffic. Civic Square,
amenities and activities on its compact city organises many clubs which are free, or
Cuba Street Mall and Queen’s Wharf are popular
centre – most international students living in reasonably priced, to join. Popular choices
centres, where people can walk, rest or gather
University accommodation or close to campus include kayaking, hiking and mountain biking.
for events in a traffic-free, colourful space.
simply walk to anywhere they need to be. Some clubs arrange trips to other regions of
Services are in place to help people get around
New Zealand, such as the hiking tracks of
as safely as possible, such as Walkwise or City Wellington also enjoys excellent public
Mount Tongariro or the ski fields of Mount
Information, who can help if you need transport. Victoria’s campuses are connected by
Ruapehu.
directions. a large, dependable network of buses that
enables you to travel around the city and to Victoria’s Recreation Centre organises plenty of
wider suburbs; and taxi services run at all popular team sports, including soccer,
hours. Kelburn Campus is linked to Lambton basketball and rugby. Play to win, or just have
North Island
Quay, the business and shopping centre of fun – either way, you will meet friends and
Auckland
Wellington, by a historic cable car – a charming, enrich your experience at Victoria.
reliable way to arrive at lectures on time from
the city.
Wellington
Surrounded by sea, hills and forest, Wellington
Christchurch offers great opportunities for outdoor
recreation and sport. FIND OUT MORE
South Island
www.wellingtonnz.com
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Celebrating life Events and festivals Capital E National Arts Festival: Quality
performers from all over the world, carnivals
Wellington is alive with culture and diversity – Here is a selection of some of the most popular and free events create a two-week arts blast.
which it celebrates by hosting over 40 festivals festivals that may be on during your time at
every year. The city’s creative community is Victoria. Meridian Energy Summer City: More than 100 free
especially dynamic, enjoying festivals for food, outdoor events featuring a great range of
Cuba Street Carnival: This biennial, two-day summertime entertainment, including live
art, literature and theatre – with spectacular
event includes town music and entertainment music, cabaret and much more.
performances, parades, delicious food and
stages, street performers, an Outdoor Film
street stalls. New Zealand International Arts Festival: Three
Fiesta, markets and the award-winning Night
Wellington’s strong interest in film also draws Parade. weeks packed full of dance, drama, music,
one of the biggest film festivals in the world. lectures and more – the biennial highlight of
Annual Fringe Festival: A three-week festival Wellington’s late summer.
Wellington’s unique scenery continues to attract
including live theatre, comedy, poetry, visual
filmmakers from around the globe. Wellington Folk Festival: This weekend event
arts, dance, music and much more.
Wellington also has a lively entertainment includes many international performances.
Asia Pacific Festival: A week-long festival
calendar all year round. Check out the city’s National Dragon Boat Festival: A festival
featuring contemporary and traditional music/
many ethnic restaurants and cafés, which boast extravaganza situated at the Wellington
concerts from the Asia Pacific region.
fantastic cuisine combined with a great waterfront with teams from all over New
atmosphere, and fantastic music and theatre NZI Rugby Sevens: The world’s top seven-a-side Zealand competing for the Dragon Boat title.
venues – all within walking distance of the rugby teams compete at the Westpac Stadium
central city area. There’s also a range of great over two days. People from all over the world Botanical Gardens summertime concerts:
walks around the region suitable for any level of come to Wellington to watch this event and Performances include an enormous range of
fitness and much more. participate in the festive atmosphere, acclaimed genres, from jazz and virtuoso guitarists to
by all to be the best in the competition. brass bands, African and Latin sounds, blues,
country, rock n’ roll and big band swing.
Montana World of Wearable Art Awards Show:
Artists from New Zealand and around the world The New Zealand International Comedy Festival:
enter truly amazing garments, presented in a Enjoy three weeks of fun and comedy from local
two-hour show of movement, sound and light. and international comedians.
Wellington activities and events:

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Welcome to New Zealand
New Zealand
New Zealand is a country of extraordinary natural beauty. New Zealand is the world’s most
New Zealanders value diversity of thinking, enterprise and peaceful country as ranked by the
quality of life, and are renowned for their friendliness. Global Peace Index.
Our unique geography Our people, heritage and lifestyle New Zealand has a high quality
New Zealand’s landscape contains an unrivalled With a population of just four million, compared education system – our universities are
variety of landforms. In parts of New Zealand, to some 128 million in Japan and 60 million in
in a single day’s drive it is possible to see the UK, both roughly the same landmass, New well placed in world ranking systems.
mountain ranges, isolated beaches, native Zealand provides plenty of room to breathe.
forest, glacial lakes, fiords and volcanoes. Its society is based on a commitment to New Zealand has a rich arts heritage
A strong tourism industry makes travelling easy. freedom of speech and human rights. Students
who come to New Zealand feel a strong sense of
with thriving live music and
Around one-third of the total land area is
protected conservation land, including 13 freedom – to speak, travel, study and interact. professional theatre scenes.
national parks, three maritime parks, two world New Zealand is a member of the British
heritage areas, hundreds of nature reserves and Commonwealth, with English as its official New Zealand has an internationally
ecological areas and a network of marine language, yet it is home to many different
reserves and wetlands. cultures. It has long been a sovereign nation in acclaimed film industry, which
New Zealand is relatively free of pollution, its own right. produces quirky art-house hits
unlike many developed Western countries, and New Zealand’s education system is modelled on
it is nuclear-free. the highly successful British framework and and major blockbusters such as
adapted to a unique approach towards learning
New Zealand’s temperature range is without
– one that emphasises creative thought and
The Lord of the Rings and King Kong.
extremes of hot and cold. Weather can change
unexpectedly however, adding to the dynamics heightened world knowledge.
of each season. New Zealand’s high rainfall is
evenly spaced throughout the year, producing
vibrant areas of farmland and forest. Levels of
humidity are very low and there are many hours
of sunshine.
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www.interislander.co.nz
www.tranzscenic.co.nz
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A victoria degree
In a Victoria undergraduate degree, teaching is

both lecture and tutorial-based, by academics
personally involved in research. Students learn
how to be focused, independent, resourceful
and forward thinking.
Postgraduate research degrees apply these
qualities to individual research projects that
have relevance to, and an impact on, today’s
world and the many ways that humans interact
with each other and their environment – be it in
science, business, education, the arts or Bachelor’s Degrees MAJORS: A major is the specialist subject of a
degree. For example, a Bachelor of Arts degree
socially. Bachelor’s degrees are also called first degrees can have a major in History and a Bachelor of
As a Victoria graduate, you will have the skills or undergraduate degrees. Science degree can have a major in Physics.
and confidence you need to turn your A Bachelor’s degree is made up of courses, some Most degrees allow for a single or a double
scholarship into a career. prescribed and some chosen by you. A major.
TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT: First-year courses professional degree, such as a Bachelor of DOUBLE AND CONJOINT DEGREES: Students can study
usually have up to three 50-minute lectures per Engineering or a Bachelor of Laws, has a higher for two degrees at the same time and many
week. There may also be one tutorial or proportion of required courses. Others, such as choose to take a double degree. For example, a
laboratory/ studio session per week. In the Bachelor of Arts have more flexibility in Bachelor of Laws can be complemented with a
tutorials, smaller groups of students meet with course choice. Bachelor of Arts. A number of courses count
a tutor to discuss work covered in lectures. A Most non-professional first degrees take three towards both degrees – this is called cross-
laboratory or studio is a longer, hands-on class, years to complete and require at least one crediting. A double degree normally takes five
where students may work more actively specialist subject, called a major. years to complete.
together. For most courses, work is assessed by
POINTS: Degrees at Victoria work on a points A conjoint degree is a specialised, accelerated
a combination of essays, in-class tests and
system. To complete a degree, a certain number double degree that can be considered by more
exams.
of points must be gained. Points are gained able students. Victoria offers conjoint degrees
THE ACADEMIC YEAR: Victoria University’s when a course is successfully completed. The in Teacher Education and a conjoint Bachelor
academic year is made up of three trimesters: total needed for a typical three-year degree is of Commerce and Administration with a
++ Trimester 1: late February-June 360. When 360 points are reached, with Bachelor of Science.
++ Trimester 2: early July-November sufficient points at each level, the degree is
complete.
++ Trimester 3: mid November-mid February
The academic year begins in February with
International Orientation. Most students begin
studying in Trimester 1 and study for two
trimesters each year – from February to
November.

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Standard pathway for degrees at Victoria

YEARS
1
Bachelor’s Degree
UNDERGRADUATE
Bachelor’s Degree1 with insufficient background for

2 coursework chosen postgraduate study
Graduate diploma
coursework
HonOURs 2
coursework
1
Two-year Master’s 3
coursework + research
Master’s 3
research
POSTGRADUATE
1 1. There are also four-year professional Bachelor’s degree

programmes offered, such as the Bachelor of Laws (LLB), the
PhD Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) and the conjoint teaching
2 at least three years of research degrees.
2. Two faculties offer Postgraduate Diploma programmes as an
alternative to their Honours programmes.
3 3. Other kinds of Master’s programmes are also offered, see below.
Postgraduate Degrees Postgraduate Diploma: A one-year programme appropriate undergraduate degree.

of postgraduate courses offered as an equivalent Some post-experience Master’s programmes,
Postgraduate study at Victoria normally requires to the BSc(Hons) that builds on the major of an such as the MBA and MMS, do not lead to a PhD.
good marks in your first degree, with a major in undergraduate degree. Entry usually requires
the same area of study as the postgraduate specific prerequisite courses in the subject. It is Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree: An advanced
degree. However, all applications are considered. normally only by coursework, but may include a degree for students who intend to follow an
research project. Victoria offers a Postgraduate academic or research career. Admission
The above illustration shows the standard
Diploma in Science and a Postgraduate Diploma requires a Master’s by research degree (or in
pathways of progression for degrees at Victoria.
in Arts (the latter is subject to approval for some cases a Bachelors degree with Honours)
Victoria graduates also have the opportunity of
2011). This diploma is not currently available in with first class honours or second class
increased involvement in their chosen field
other faculties. honours, first division, or a comparable
through a variety of Diploma and Master’s
qualification. Acceptance is also subject to the
programmes. Victoria offers PhD programmes Master’s Degree: Most Master’s degrees, such as availability of staff for supervision, and
for doctoral study in almost all disciplines. the MA, MCA and MSc, comprise one year of appropriate facilities.
Graduate Diploma: A one-year bridging full-time research. Entry requires a successful
A candidate is required to prepare under
programme of coursework for students with a postgraduate coursework background in the
supervision a substantial thesis that represents
university degree to broaden their knowledge in same subject area. The degree provides the
original research in an approved topic and
a particular subject area. Courses are often at opportunity to develop advanced research skills
contributes significantly to knowledge and
undergraduate level. Students who wish to do and present findings in a documented scholarly
understanding or application of knowledge.
postgraduate study but do not have enough form such as a thesis. Research should make an
Research for a PhD is normally carried out over
subject background from their undergraduate independent contribution to learning or offer a
a minimum of three full-time years, culminating
studies may first be required to complete a critical perspective on existing scholarship or
in the presentation of a thesis on its conduct
graduate diploma. methodology.
and results.
Bachelor’s Degree with Honours: A one-year There are a few coursework-based Master’s
For information on the PhD degree at Victoria
stand-alone programme of postgraduate programmes – MIR, MAF, MIS, MBA and MPA.
admission requirements, the application
courses and, in some cases, a research project. Two-year Master’s degrees, such as the MArch, process and scholarship funding, see the
Admission is based on a strong academic MEd, MEnvStud, MMS, are specialist Faculty of Graduate Research website –
performance at undergraduate level. Very high programmes comprising one year each of www.victoria.ac.nz/fgr
performing Honours graduates may be granted coursework and research. Entry requires an
direct entry to a PhD degree.
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Enhance your degree

Leadership and exchange programmes
Through Victoria’s extra-curricular and exchange

programmes, you can participate in experiences
that complement your study and help you
understand and establish your place in the world.
Leadership Programmes leadership challenges. It creates opportunities
for international experiences and connection
Victoria offers two leadership programmes – with organisations and networks that enhance
the Victoria International Leadership community awareness, global citizenship and
Victoria Plus Award: In this leadership
Programme and the Victoria Plus Award. Both programme Victoria students volunteer to
understanding of civic engagement.
are self-paced, extra-curricular and aimed at engage in service to the University and actively
enhancing degree study and employability. On The programme includes: lead in clubs or societies.
completion, you are awarded a certificate and + a seminar series on challenging topics This three-part programme is a way of helping
your participation is noted on the academic ranging from global interdependence to the University community and helps develop
transcript for your degree. cross-cultural communication. leadership, social responsibility and
Victoria International Leadership Programme: + frequent speaker events with distinguished employability skills, networking and personal
The Victoria International Leadership international speakers. development.
Programme (VILP) is an award-winning, extra- + a selection of global leadership activities Successful completion leads to an award
curricular programme of interest to those ranging from student exchanges (Vic OE) to certificate and ceremony when you graduate in
wishing to pursue a truly international career. international internships, volunteer abroad recognition of your significant contribution to
and professional and personal development student support work within the University and
The Programme is designed to develop
opportunities in Wellington and overseas. wider Wellington community.
leadership potential, advance international
knowledge and intercultural awareness. It is The programme is open to all students studying
academically oriented around seminars, speaker for a degree at Victoria and it therefore Student Exchange (Vic OE)
events and activities, to inspire students to encourages interaction between international
In the Vic OE programme, students can
think creatively about how to address global and domestic students, undergraduate and
complete one or two trimesters of study
postgraduate levels and across all the University
towards their Victoria degrees at one of over
faculties and degree disciplines.
100 partner universities worldwide, listed on
FIND OUT MORE The VILP makes full use of Wellington’s location the opposite page.
www.victoria.ac.nz/leadership-programmes as the political centre and cultural capital of
Vic OE is primarily geared toward
www.victoria.ac.nz/vilp New Zealand as well as Victoria’s links with a
undergraduate study, but there is a limited
www.victoria.ac.nz/st_services/careers/career_ wide-range of stakeholders at a local, national
selection of course-taught postgraduate and
development/VictoriaPlus and global level.
MBA opportunities at some partner universities.
www.victoria.ac.nz/exchange
For more information, email vilp@vuw.ac.nz

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Exchange Partner Institutions

Anudeep Pendem
India
BCA in Marketing and Management
Victoria International Leadership Programme/Vic OE student
I joined the Victoria International Leadership Programme in the first semester of my degree and
that is one decision of which I am really proud. It was supposed to be an extracurricular activity but
it turned out to be much more than that – it was a completely new experience. By the first month in
VILP, I started taking part in seminars which improved my way of thinking not just academically but
also emotionally.
It is also through the VILP that I discovered Vic OE. I went on a Student Exchange to Hong Kong for a
semester with the help of Vic OE and it was one of the best experiences of my life.
“Being a part of VILP and Vic OE is something

I will be proud of throughout my life.”
Argentina Germany Poland

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Argentina Bucerius Law School Warsaw School of Economics
Australia FH Mainz PoRtugal
The Australian National University Konstanz University School of Economics and Management,
Brazil Leipzig Graduate School of Management Universidade Nova de Lisboa
University of Brasilia Pforzheim University of Applied Sciences Samoa
Canada Technical University of Munich National University of Samoa
Dalhousie University Tübingen University Singapore
McMaster University Universität Rostock Nanyang Technological University
Queen’s University WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management National University of Singapore
University of British Columbia Hong Kong Singapore Management University
University of Victoria City University of Hong Kong Spain
University of Western Ontario India Universidad del País Vasco
Windsor University Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode Universidad de Oviedo
Chile IRELAND University of Jaén
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile University of Limerick Universidad Carlos III de Madrid
Universidad de Chile Italy Sweden
Universidad de Valparaiso LUISS Guido Carli Jönköping International Business School
China University of Bocconi Stockholm University, School of Business
China University of Political Science and Law University of Ferrara Uppsala University
Peking University Japan Tahiti
Renmin University Akita International University University of French Polynesia
Wuhan University Doshisha University Thailand
Colombia Gakushuin University Chulalongkorn University
EAFIT University Meiji Gakuin University UK
Denmark Osaka University City University of London
Copenhagen University Ritsumeikan University Lancaster University
Copenhagen Business School Rikkyo University The University of Leeds
Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts Waseda University University of East Anglia
Fiji Kansai University University of London, Royal Holloway
University of the South Pacific Korea USA
Finland Chosun University American University
University of Art and Design, Helsinki Ewha University California Western School of Law
France Korea University Carnegie Mellon University
ENS Lyon – Ecole Normale Supérieure: Seoul National University Georgia Institute of Technology
Lettres et Sciences Humaines Hallym University Pennsylvania State University
ENSNP – L’Ecole Nationale Supérieure de la Nature Mexico Purdue University
et du Paysage Instituto Technológico Autónomo de México Rhode Island School of Design
Ecole Spéciale d’Architecture Universidad de Monterrey State University of New York at New Paltz
Ecole Supérieure du Commerce Extérieur The Netherlands Texas A&M
ESDES School of Management Technical University of Eindhoven University of California
Université de Savoie Tilburg University University of Hawaii (Hilo & Mānoa campuses)
Université de la Rochelle University of Groningen University of Montana
Université Jean Moulin Lyon 3 University of Oklahoma
L’Ecole de Design Nantes Atlantique University of Texas at Austin
Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne Virginia Institute of Technology
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Victoria University of wellington

Academic links in Asia
At Victoria’s Joint Programme campus, Ho Chi Minh City
International Programmes and Administration programme at the Joint GMSTEC’s role is to expand the learning,
Programme campus located at the University of research and development opportunities
Victoria works in partnership with a range of Economics in the Phu Nhuan district. Students available to member staff and students to assist
institutions in PR China, Japan, Malaysia, can select from a range of English language with development of the GMS. GMSTEC
Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, and Vietnam support programmes while beginning study on supports twinning, articulation and targeted
to offer international programmes. Victoria’s Bachelor of Commerce and study abroad programmes as well as staff and
These international programmes support a wide Administration (BCA). Students can complete student placement programmes.
range of different opportunities for both staff up to half of the BCA in HCMC before
The GMSTEC Research Fellowship Scheme
and students to study or undertake research at transferring to Wellington to complete the
supports research collaboration in areas such as
Victoria. These include staff and student degree.
sustainable development, food safety and
exchange, joint programmes (twinning) and To request a VUW/UEH Joint Programme security, governance and climate change.
articulation, English language short courses, prospectus, email ip-team@vuw.ac.nz GMSTEC also offers specialist training
study abroad, and postgraduate programmes. In programmes on topics relevant to GMS
our twinning programmes, credit is awarded for English Language Short Courses: With
development and in-country training at partner
approved local courses therefore lessening the partnerships in both Japan and South Korea,
universities, including teacher training and
time required for study in Wellington. Victoria’s Victoria offers short course English language
curriculum development.
international programmes provide genuinely tuition for interested groups of students. These
cost effective opportunities for an international flexible programmes of study are designed to For more information visit www.gmstec.org or
qualification. enrich the cultural experience of each student, contact info@gmstec.org
with a number of activities outside the
For more information on our partner GMSTEC MEMBERS
classroom to give students a taste of New
institutions and programmes in your country, ++ The Australian National University, Australia
Zealand culture. Duration of study times varies
email ip-team@vuw.ac.nz ++ Can Tho University, Vietnam
– from between one month to three months.
++ Hanoi University of Technology, Vietnam
Undergraduate Joint Programmes (Twinning) Victoria also offers a range of English language ++ Khon Kaen University, Thailand
and Articulation: Joint Programme (twinning) options for groups of sponsored Government ++ King Mongkut’s University of Technology,
and articulation options are available in-country officials. For more information on these Thonburi, Thailand
to interested students in PR China, Malaysia, programmes, email ip-team@vuw.ac.nz ++ Massey University, New Zealand
and Vietnam. Students can choose either ++ National Economics University, Hanoi,
Commerce and Administration or Science to GMSTEC Vietnam
study at our partner institutions. At most ++ National University of Laos, Lao PDR
partner institutions students complete at least Victoria is the Secretariat for the Greater
++ Royal University of Agriculture, Cambodia
the first year of degree study and transfer to Mekong Subregion Tertiary Education
++ Royal University of Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Wellington to complete degree study. Consortium (GMSTEC) Trust – a university
++ University of Economics, Ho Chi Minh City,
consortium that combines the academic
VICTORIA’S JOINT PROGRAMME CAMPUS IN HO CHI MINH resources of leading New Zealand, Australian Vietnam
CITY, VIETNAM: Victoria University and the ++ Victoria University of Wellington,
and Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS)
University of Economics, Ho Chi Minh City New Zealand
universities.
(HCMC) offer Victoria’s Bachelor of Commerce ++ Yunnan University, China

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Preparation for University Study

Foundation studies + English language
Foundation Studies Programme students at the Karori campus
Foundation Studies Programme

Victoria University’s Certificate in Foundation
Studies is an eight-month programme. It is
designed to teach English language proficiency
and academic skills that are required for
students to gain entry to university and to
succeed in degree study.
The Foundation Studies programme provides
an intensive learning environment, where
well-qualified and experienced teachers ensure English Proficiency Programmes English Language Institute proficiency ratings
are accepted as an alternative to IELTS or
that all students receive high levels of support The English Language Institute offers 12-week, TOEFL by Victoria and other universities for
and tuition. The classes foster independent full-time English Proficiency courses to help admission to Foundation Studies,
learning and group communication skills. students develop their English language skills undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
Programmes begin three times a year in and language learning strategies.
PROGRAMME DATES
February, June and October. The programme The Institute’s highly qualified staff have had
comprises six courses spread over two ELIN 931 10 March – 10 June 2011
professional experience in many parts of the
trimesters. Every week there are 24 hours of world, including the Pacific, Asia, Africa, ELIN 932 13 July – 7 October 2011
class time, and students are encouraged to Europe and North America – and have taught ELIN 933 2 November 2011 – 10 February 2012
spend 20 hours per week in unsupervised study. students from over 90 countries.
For more information and an application form,
Successful completion of the Certificate in Students take English Proficiency courses for a see www.victoria.ac.nz/eli, or contact
Foundation Studies will guarantee admission range of reasons. Most aim to prepare for Victoria International.
to the first year of any degree programme at tertiary study; all aim to be challenged in the
Victoria University. The Certificate is also use of English; and a few aim to improve their
recognised as an entrance qualification by all employment prospects.
New Zealand universities.
The courses are for students at an intermediate
PROGRAMME DATES level (minimum IELTS 4.0) or above. To better
Programme 2010/3 prepare for university study, some students may
27 October 2010 to 17 June 2011 need to combine two or three courses into a
Programme 2011/1 24- or 36-week programme of intensive English.
23 February 2011 to 14 October 2011
Programme 2011/2
29 June 2011 to 10 February 2012
FIND OUT MORE
www.victoria-international.ac.nz/
Programme 2011/3 study-options/foundation
26 October 2011 to June 2012 www.victoria.ac.nz/eli
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Faculty of
Architecture + Design
The Faculty’s two-tier degrees align The Faculty of Architecture and Design occupies effectively and generate concepts that both
a central city location that offers world-class simplify and enrich the way people live.
with international and institutional exhibition spaces, lecture theatres, workshops,
The Faculty has links with the best learning
computer labs and design studios.
standards. institutions in the world and encourages students
The Faculty prides itself on teaching and to take international field trips and exchanges to
We are leaders in the latest research at the highest level, producing building expand their design and research opportunities.
scientists, architects and designers who develop
developments in design education ways to enhance the connection between the Choosing first-year undergraduate courses
built environment, people and technology. For detailed information on the degrees offered
within a constantly changing global by the Faculty, including sample degrees that
Students are taught to test assumptions, take include first-year programmes, see
context – you will be taught by staff with risks and see things from new perspectives. Our www.victoria.ac.nz/home/study/undergrad
graduates are able to think critically, practise
international profiles and extensive
professional experience. Discipline qualification YEARS
Architecture Bachelor of Architectural Studies 3
Our mix of disciplines is unique in Graduate Certificate in Designed Environments
Graduate Diploma in Designed Environments
0.5
1
Master of Architecture (Professional) 2
New Zealand and offers students new PhD 3-4
and exciting opportunities in design Architecture History and Theory Bachelor of Architectural Studies
Graduate Certificate in Designed Environments
3
0.5
Graduate Diploma in Designed Environments 1
innovation and the built environment. Postgraduate Diploma in Architecture History and Theory 1
Master of Architecture 2
We are located in one of Wellington’s PhD 3-4
Building Science Bachelor of Building Science 3

landmark buildings – radically in Project Management or Graduate Certificate in Designed Environments 0.5
Sustainable Engineering Systems Graduate Diploma in Designed Environments 1
refurbished and packed with the latest Master of Building Science
PhD
2
3-4
high-tech facilities, making it one of the Culture+Context Bachelor of Design Innovation 3

Graduate Diploma in Design Innovation 1
best-equipped faculties of its type in Master of Design Innovation (offered in 2012) 2
Industrial Design Bachelor of Design Innovation 3

Australasia. Graduate Diploma in Design Innovation 1
Master of Design Innovation (offered in 2012) 2
Interior Architecture Bachelor of Architectural Studies 3

Graduate Certificate in Designed Environments 0.5
Graduate Diploma in Designed Environments 1
Master of Interior Architecture 2
PhD 3-4
FIND OUT MORE
Landscape Architecture Bachelor of Architectural Studies 3
Fees and entry requirements . . . . . . . pages 30-31 Graduate Certificate in Designed Environments 0.5
www.victoria.ac.nz/architecture Graduate Diploma in Designed Environments 1
www.victoria.ac.nz/design Master of Landscape Architecture 2
PhD 3-4
www.victoria.ac.nz/home/study/undergrad
Media Design Bachelor of Design Innovation 3
Graduate Diploma in Design Innovation 1
Master of Design Innovation (offered in 2012) 2

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“People are friendly, the coffee is

great, and the city has parks and
interesting public spaces all around
and a safe and fun nightlife.”
Stacey Tampi I chose to study Landscape Architecture at

Victoria because I wanted to learn in a
People are friendly, the coffee is great, and
the city has parks and interesting public
Indonesia young country filled with aspirations and spaces all around and a safe and fun
Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture diversity. There is no doubt that I’m learning nightlife.
from the best – Wellington is the arts and
Design studio classes are guided by
cultural capital of New Zealand.
experienced tutors who make you love what
I enjoy living in a pedestrian city, where you’re doing. Studying design doesn’t mean
everything is close – lots of galleries, cafés being a bookworm, as the city itself is a
and streets filled with creativity, my literature – a canvas full of exciting and
favourite botanical garden. inspirational designs, a reward after a week
of working hard!
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Faculty of
Commerce + Administration
The Faculty of Commerce and Administration Commerce and Administration qualifications

A BCA can focus on more than one major engages with professional practice at the have excellent career potential. High-achieving
– there are 13 from which to choose – highest level – to understand, influence and graduates succeed around the world in both
interact with it. Students are led by staff who private and public sectors in fields such as
and can include a number of courses present original research at world conferences, economics, finance, banking, commercial law,
publish in the best academic journals and work accounting, e-commerce, information systems,
from other faculties. closely with other universities and outstanding international business, marketing, management,
international companies. public policy, public management and taxation.
The Faculty offers a wide range of
The Faculty’s six schools specialise in different The quality of teaching and research is
postgraduate programmes and areas of Commerce and Administration, stimulated by the Faculty’s main location at the
offering over 20 programmes at undergraduate Pipitea Campus in the administrative hub of the
options, including post-experience and postgraduate levels. In the Bachelor of city and nation. All Schools are located at
degrees to expand working practioners’ Commerce and Administration (BCA), students Rutherford House. The Faculty’s Student and
can choose from 13 different majors and can Academic Services unit is located in the Railway
opportunities for advancement. combine a Commerce degree with any other West Wing.
Bachelor’s degree at Victoria.
The Faculty benefits from its location
in the central business district of the
nation’s administrative hub, across the
road from New Zealand’s Parliament.
The Faculty includes the only School of
Government in New Zealand.
FIND OUT MORE

Fees and entry requirements . . . . . . . pages 30-33
www.victoria.ac.nz/fca

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FACULTIES
PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING
BCA(Hons)
GDipCom4
BCA = Bachelor of Commerce and Administration
GDipCom = Graduate Diploma of Commerce4
MCA 3
BCA(Hons) = BCA with Honours New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants (NZICA)
BCA
PhD
MCA = Master of Commerce and Administration3
www.nzica.com
Years1 3 15 1 1 1 Other qualifications YEARS1 To meet the academic requirements for admission
Accounting BCA + Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting2 4 (3+1)2 to the NZICA Chartered Accountants College you must
Master of Professional Accounting 2 complete four years of equivalent full-time study,
Master of Business Administration 2 including the completion of a Bachelor’s degree and
Business Administration
courses specified by NZICA. The Faculty offers the
Commercial Law following formal paths to meet this requirement:
e-Commerce BCA + Graduate Diploma in
2
Professional Accounting 4 years (3+1)
Economics
BCA + BCA Honours (Accounting) 4 years (3+1)
Finance Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Analysis 1 BCA with a second undergraduate degree 4-6 years
Postgraduate Diploma in Treasury Management 1
Master of Professional Accounting 4 trimesters
Master of Applied Finance 1.5
CPA Australia
Human Resource Management
www.cpaaustralia.com.au
and Industrial Relations
A Victoria University BCA that includes courses specified
Information Management Master of Information Management 1-1.5
by CPA Australia fulfils the academic requirements for
Information Systems Bachelor of Business Information Systems 4 admission to CPA Australia.
International Business CIMA – Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (UK)

Library and Information Studies Master of Information Studies 1-1.5 www.cimaglobal.com
A Victoria University BCA in Accounting that includes
Management Master of Business Administration 2
courses specified by CIMA gains an exemption from the
Master of Management Studies 1.5-2
CIMA-Certificate in Business Accounting and part of the
Māori Business CIMA-Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting.
Marketing
Public Management Postgraduate Certificate in Public Management 1
Postgraduate Diploma in Public Management 1
Master of Public Management 1.5-2 Other Accreditation
Public Policy Postgraduate Certificate in Public Policy 1
Postgraduate Diploma in Public Policy 1
Tourism Management
The Faculty’s Tourism
Master of Public Policy 1.5-2
Management
Strategic Studies Postgraduate Certificate in Strategic Studies 1 programmes were
Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Studies 1 granted TedQual certification by the World Tourism
Master of Strategic Studies 1.5-2 Organisation in 2006 and gained re-accreditation during
Taxation 2009 – see
http://ekm.unwto.org/english/tedqual.php
Tourism Management Bachelor of Tourism Management 3
Bachelor of Tourism Management (Hons) 1 MBA
Master of Tourism Management 2 The Faculty’s MBA
CONJOINT PROGRAMMES BCA/Bachelor of Science (BCA/BSc) 4 programmes were
BCA/Bachelor of Teaching (BCA/BTeach) 4 accredited by the
Association of MBAs
1. One year = two trimesters in 2008 – see www.mbaworld.com
2. Some course exemptions may be granted
noteS
3. Following a BCA(Hons) or equivalent

4. A one-trimester Graduate Certificate is also offered in these subject areas
5. The Graduate Diplomas in Commerce in Accounting and in Taxation generally take three trimesters of study
Choosing first-year BCA courses Choosing first-year BBIS courses Choosing first-year BTM courses
Core courses are: INFO 101 Foundations of Information Systems TOUR 101 Introduction to Tourism
ACCY 111 Accounting INFO 102 Business Application Programming TOUR 104 The Business Environment of Tourism
ECON 130 Economic Principles and Issues ACCY 111 Accounting TOUR 108 Tourism in New Zealand
MGMT 101 Introduction to Management Plus three or four Commerce and Adminstration
FCOM 111 Government, Law and Business
Either QUAN 102 Statistics for Business or 100-level electives
INFO 101 Foundations of Information Systems
STAT 193 Statistics for Natural & Social Sciences
MARK 101 Principles of Marketing
Plus up to three 100-level electives
MGMT 101 Introduction to Management
QUAN 102 Statistics for Business
Some courses may be substituted depending on
student background and/or chosen major(s)
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Faculty of
Education
The Faculty offers undergraduate, graduate and educational policy and practice from early
The Faculty offers one-year intensive
postgraduate programmes spanning every childhood to higher education both nationally
graduate diplomas in early childhood, aspect of the study of education, preparation for and internationally. The Centre incorporates the
teaching and professional development of Institute for Early Childhood Studies, which
primary or secondary teacher education. teachers. brings together early childhood teachers,
researchers and other professionals to work
Education is the foundation of a knowledge-rich
The Faculty is highly renowned for society and economy. Every stage of a child’s
collaboratively on a range of projects in early
childhood education, and He Pārekereke,
education research – a number of development is of equal importance for the
which provides a base for research in Māori and
formation of knowledge and all are essential for
Pacific Nations education.
international students take our building the confidence to succeed. Our
graduates are equipped to take up the
Master’s programmes and undertake challenges of the rapidly changing world of
Choosing first-year undergraduate courses
The first year of study for the conjoint teaching
research for a PhD. education; they excel as anchors of knowledge degrees focuses on the teaching subject
in classrooms at every level. disciplines within the BA, BCA or BSc.
Graduates of our teaching programmes The Faculty is home to the Jessie Hetherington BTeach study starts in Trimester 3 of the first
year with the course EPSY 131 Teaching – What’s
Centre for Educational Research, which
are qualified to teach in New Zealand focuses on research and development to
It All About? which includes a week observing in
both a primary and a secondary school.
enhance theoretical and evidence-based
early childhood, primary and/or
secondary schools depending on the Discipline qualification YEARS1
Early Childhood Teacher Education Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education)2 4
study programme and are eligible for Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) 3 1
Primary + Secondary Teacher Education Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching2 4

provisional teacher registration from the Bachelor of Commerce and Administration/Bachelor of Teaching2 4
Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Teaching2 4
New Zealand Teachers Council. Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Primary)3 1
Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Secondary) 3 1
Postgraduate Education Bachelor of Arts (Hons) 1

Postgraduate Certificate in Education and Professional Development 0.5
Postgraduate Diploma in Education and Professional Development 1
Master of Arts 1
Master of Education 2
PhD 3-4
1. One year = two trimesters

noteS
2. Conjoint degrees
3. The Graduate Diploma of Teaching (ECE, Primary or Secondary) starts in January each year.
FIND OUT MORE

www.victoria.ac.nz/education

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“With the arts and culture, Wellington

is a fun place to live. There’s always
something interesting happening.”
Karen Clothier I wanted to get out and see a different country

but I didn’t want to take a gap year and risk
have travelled and worked in many different
places and are interested in all kind of things.
USA never going back to school, so I decided to look You can learn a lot from the people you meet.
Bachelor of Arts (Linguistics) at universities overseas. I chose Victoria for its
The combination of the student and greater-
good mix of classes. I was able to major in both
Bachelor of Science (Psychology) Wellington communities adds to the vibrancy
Linguistics and Psychology and study Japanese.
of the city. With the arts and culture,
The student body is large and diverse so there’s Wellington is a fun place to live. There’s always
something for everyone. It’s easy to meet something interesting happening.
people from different countries, people who
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Faculty of
Engineering
The Faculty of Engineering teaches the Bachelor as electronics, optics, magnetics, software tools,
The Faculty of Engineering focusses of Engineering (BE) and the BSc in Computer and networks. Its programmes are designed so
on innovations in electronics, optics, Science, a range of Master’s programmes and its graduates emerge as skilled professionals –
supervision for PhD research. both scientists and engineers – who are
magnetics, software tools and networks. technically innovative, skilled problem-solvers,
The BE teaches the design and implementation
good communicators and able to take a leading
of real-world systems in three specialisations:
The professional BE degree focuses on Electronic and Computer Systems, Network
role in future developments in their fields.
project work, and includes management Engineering and Software Engineering. It

Choosing first-year undergraduate courses
includes an essential grounding in management
skills and work placements. skills and a work placement in a relevant
A first year for all BE specialisations is:
COMP 102 Introduction to Programming
industry, part of which, with approval, can be
COMP 103 Introduction to Data Structure
Postgraduate research is strong, taken outside of New Zealand. ENGR 101 Engineering Technology
Plus three or four compulsory courses specific
particularly in the areas of artificial The Faculty’s focus is the innovation possible in
to your specialisation
the accelerating capability of technologies such
intelligence, distributed systems,
Discipline qualification YEARS
human/computer interaction, and
Computer Science Bachelor of Science 3
communications and networking. Graduate Diploma in Science 1
Postgraduate Diploma of Science 1
Bachelor of Science with Honours 1
Master of Science 1-2
Master of Computer Science 2
PhD 3-4
Electronic and Computer Systems/ Bachelor of Science 3

Electronic and Computer System Engineering Bachelor of Engineering 4
Graduate Diploma in Science 1
Bachelor of Science with Honours 1
Postgraduate Diploma in Science 1
Master of Science 1-2
Master of Engineering 1
PhD 3-4
Network Engineering Bachelor of Engineering 4

PhD 3-4
Software Engineering Bachelor of Engineering 4

PhD 3-4
FIND OUT MORE

www.victoria.ac.nz/engineering

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“New Zealand is a peaceful country

with a high-level educational
standard and lovely, friendly
people.”
Rodrigo Gomez Segura I came to Victoria for two reasons. Firstly,

because New Zealand – as a leader in the
Victoria is simply perfect. It has everything
available for you, computers, facilities, people
Chile treatment of indigenous issues – has deeply always striving to make you feel comfortable.
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Pacific Studies developed study of the Treaty of Waitangi.
New Zealand is a peaceful country with a high
I lived in Rapa Nui for seven years and my level educational standard and lovely, friendly
interest as a lawyer is to study the analogous people. I highly recommend those with families
Chilean case, the Act of Annexation of 1888. to study at Victoria University.
Secondly, because I have always wanted to live
in an English-speaking country. New Zealand
gathered all these features!
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Faculty of
Humanities + Social Sciences
The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is Many of our programmes have connections in
The Faculty of Humanities and Social a unique and distinctive part of Victoria and is Wellington which create unique opportunities
Sciences is Victoria’s largest and offers committed to the advancement of knowledge for students to engage in during their studies.
and creative activity through teaching, learning These include the Museum of New Zealand Te
extensive postgraduate opportunities. and research. It is recognised internationally for Papa Tongarewa, Archives New Zealand, the
its scholarly excellence and creativity. Government and Parliament, New Zealand Film
There are over 40 majors for the BA – Flexibility is the feature of our degrees, based
Archive, and professional and amateur theatre.
many students graduate with a double on the understanding that a Humanities and
Social Sciences qualification is the foundation Choosing first-year undergraduate courses
major. for a wide range of careers. Graduates have BA students have a wide range of course choices
become policy-makers, journalists, authors, – however, it is important to plan your whole
The BA is the ideal degree to include in a translators, historians, teachers and politicians. degree from your first year to ensure you take
the courses you need for your chosen major(s).
conjoint degree programme. Many graduates continue on to postgraduate For an overview of the Bachelor of Arts,
research – recent graduates have received including sample degree programmes, see
scholarships to study in Harvard, Cambridge, www.victoria.ac.nz/home/study/undergrad
The University has regularly been named
Princeton and UCLA.
in the world’s top 100 for its teaching in
humanities and social sciences.
Many of our graduates continue
with postgraduate studies and take
advantage of the Faculty’s links with the
national historical and cultural resources
of the captial city.
FIND OUT MORE

www.victoria.ac.nz/fhss

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FACULTIES
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Arts
Master of Arts2
Master of Arts2
PGDipArts6
PGDipArts6
BA(Hons)
BA(Hons)
GDipArts
GDipArts
GDipArts = Graduate Diploma in Arts GDipArts = Graduate Diploma in Arts
PGDipArts = Postgraduate Diploma in Arts PGDipArts = Postgraduate Diploma in Arts
PhD
PhD
BA(Hons) = Bachelor of Arts with Honours BA(Hons) = Bachelor of Arts with Honours
Years1 3 1 1 1 1 3-4 Other Years Years1 3 1 1 1 1 3-4 Other YEARS
Applied Linguistics3,4 Media Studies

Art History Modern Language
Studies6
Asian Studies
Museum + Master of Museum and 2
Brazilian Culture and Heritage Studies
Portuguese Language 4 Heritage Studies
Music Specialist qualifications in
Chinese music are taught by
Classical Studies Victoria and Massey
Universities at the New
Creative Writing Zealand School of Music – 3
Criminology5 www.nzsm.ac.nz 1
Bachelor of Music 1
Cultural Anthropology Bachelor of Music (Hons) 1
Deaf Studies Graduate Diploma in Music 2
Master of Music 1
Economics5
Master of Music Therapy
Economic History5 Postgraduate Diploma in 1
Music
Education5
Postgraduate Diploma in 2
Education + Psychology5 Music Teaching (Singing) 2
English (Literature) Master of Musical Arts 3-4
Artist Diploma
English Studies Doctor of Musical Arts
European Studies New Zealand
Film Literature
French New Zealand Studies
Geography5 Pacific Studies
German Philosophy
Greek Political Science
Health Care6 Postgraduate Certificate 0.5 Psychology5
in Health Care
Postgraduate Diploma 1 Religious Studies
in Health Care
Master of Health Care 2 Samoan Studies/
Fa’asamoa
History
Master of International 1
Second Language
International Relations
Relations Education
Italian Social Policy
Japanese Sociology
Latin Spanish
Linguistics3 Te Reo Māori
Literary Translation Studies Tesol 3
Māori Resource Management Text Technologies4
Māori Studies Theatre Master of Theatre Arts 2
Mathematics5 Writing (Academic

Mathematics Education5 and Professional)
1. One year = 2 trimesters
2. An MA can be completed in one year of study/research only after an Honours year in the same subject area, or the equivalent.
noteS
3. MA in TESOL, Applied Linguistics and Linguistics may be available in part by distance learning.
4. Courses are available at undergraduate level in these subjects, but the subjects are not BA majors.
5. These subjects are offered for Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences qualifications, but are taught by other faculties.
6. Subject to approval for 2011.
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FACULTIES
Faculty of
Law
Victoria is home to one of New Zealand’s oldest legal history. Faculty, international visitors and
The Law Faculty is in the heart of and most respected Law Schools, a stimulating practising lawyers contribute to lectures and
Wellington’s central business district, centre for study that draws particular focus conferences. Student-led seminars provide a
from its proximity to government and the forum for analysis of current legal issues and
next to New Zealand’s parliament and courts. Housed in the historic Government result in a substantial body of research, some of
Buildings of inner-city Wellington, next to New which is published in the Faculty’s journals the
the District, High and Supreme Courts. Zealand’s Parliament, the courts and the central VUW Law Review and the New Zealand Journal
business district, the Victoria Law School is a of Public and International Law, and other
The four-year Bachelor of Laws (LLB) is a unique centre for students, researchers, policy- academic journals.
makers and practitioners.
professional degree for those who wish All students are welcome to attend the lectures
Undergraduate law courses teach students how held by the Faculty’s two research centres: the
to practise law or pursue a career where to think legally, using the many facets of the law New Zealand Centre of International Economic
a knowledge of the law is important. to equip them with skills of reasoning and Law and the New Zealand Centre for Public Law.
analysis, which can be applied to careers in law,
politics, business and government. Choosing first-year undergraduate courses
The Faculty’s vibrant postgraduate First-year Law students take:
The postgraduate programme is under constant
community has students from around development in response to changes in the law,
++ LAWS 121 Introduction to NZ Legal System
++ LAWS 122 Introduction to Case Law
the world – research is the emphasis and the demands of students and the School’s own
++ LAWS 123 Introduction to Statute Law
research. International, public and commercial
++ four or five non-Law courses
Master’s students have the opportunity law are offered each year, along with courses in Laws 121 is a prerequisite to Laws 122 and 123
topics such as cyber law, environmental law and
to enjoy internships in a variety of
Discipline qualification YEARS1
specialist workplace environments.
Law Bachelor of Laws (LLB) 4
Bachelor of Laws with Honours (LLB[Hons])2 4
Graduate Certificate in Law 0.5-1
Master of Laws (LLM) by coursework3 1
Master of Laws (LLM) by coursework and dissertation (35,000 words)3 1-1.5
Master of Laws (LLM) by thesis (50,000 words)3 1-1.5
PhD 3-4
Double degrees An Arts, Science or Commerce degree combined with a Bachelor of Laws 5
1. One year = two trimesters

noteS
2. The LLB (Hons) is an undergraduate degree by invitation only.

3. The Master of Laws is usually taken to focus on a specific aspect of law – it does not entitle a graduate to
practise law in New Zealand. For information on obtaining a practising certificate, see www.nzcle.org.nz.
FIND OUT MORE

www.victoria.ac.nz/law

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Sumaiya Al-Yarubi “I will make the most of studying Law at

Oman Victoria by putting what I’ve studied and
Foundation Studies
Studying: Bachelor of Laws learnt into practice in Oman.”
I came to New Zealand on scholarship The first year of Law was challenging as
from the Ministry of Higher Education in the grades I got would determine whether
Oman in 2005. The Foundation Studies I got into second-year Law. I’m currently in
Programme could not have been a better my fourth year, and although I’m getting
start. I was honoured and pleased to win familiar with the requirements and style,
the Foundation Scholarship for 2006. the workload is not getting any less.
It was an appreciated reward and a huge
It has been a very fruitful experience.
encouragement to work even harder for
I’ve improved a lot academically and I also
the coming phase, especially as I was
feel that I’ve matured socially. I am
planning to go into a challenging field and
looking forward to my graduation in the
study Law.
first semester next year hopefully.
I enjoyed studying the five non-law papers
I will make the most of my experience of
in my first year at uni, which included
living in New Zealand, and studying Law at
International Relations, Media and
Victoria, by putting what I’ve studied and
Religious Studies. They were a good
learnt into practice in Oman.
introduction to what uni life was like.
Kiew Poh Yee

Malaysia
Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology
Studying: BSc(Hons) in Biotechnology
New Zealand is simply perfect – it is not I’ve also benefited from the facilities and
too far from Malaysia; it has a high services that Vic provides, such as the
standard of living, good security and low Student Recreation Centre,
cost of living, as well as spectacular Accommodation Services, Student
scenery. The peaceful and clean Learning Support and Student Health.
environment makes it a perfect place for Besides receiving quality education, I also
me to further my studies. get to experience a new lifestyle and
culture; make new friends and enrich my
Science at Victoria is extremely enjoyable
working experience.
and challenging for me. I’ve started
Honours and am thrilled to have the In a nutshell, Victoria is an ideal place for
chance to learn and improve my skills in me to learn and enjoy as well as to
Vic’s well-equipped labs. I’ve learnt a challenge myself to greater heights and
great deal from the very friendly and achievements.
helpful lecturers here.
“New Zealand is simply perfect…

it has a high standard of living,
good security and low cost of living,
as well as spectacular scenery. ”
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Faculty of
Science
The unknown is infinite. Victoria’s Faculty of scientists, recognises the Faculty of Science as a
Wellington has the highest Science is fuelled by a spirit of exploration, leader in the international science community.
concentration of scientists and science guided by the known. The Faculty is led by staff who are at the cutting
Among the many significant research centres in edge of discovery: among its alumni is the late
organisations in New Zealand. the Faculty are: the MacDiarmid Institute for Professor Alan MacDiarmid, 2000 Nobel
Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials, Laureate in Chemistry.
BSc students can add a second major New Zealand’s top research institute in material Exceptional laboratory facilities within the
science; the Malaghan Institute for Medical University, plus geological and biological field
from outside science and still complete Research, the country’s largest private medical stations, a Coastal Ecology Laboratory and a
the degree in three years. research institute; and the Antarctic Research research marine vessel, combined with
Centre, the leading research group on Antarctic excellent student support and work
research and the global climate system.
Areas of research strength include opportunities, enable our Science graduates to
These, together with a location in the city with achieve well beyond their own expectations.
biomedical science, conservation and New Zealand’s largest concentration of
marine ecology, material science, earth
Choosing first-year BSc courses Choosing first-year BBMedSc courses
sciences, organic synthesis, Antarctic Bachelor of Science students have a great deal BIOL 111 Cell Biology
of flexibility in their course choices throughout BMSC 114 Introduction to Human Biology
and climate science, nanotechnology, their degrees. To ensure flexibility and to BMSC 117 The Biology of Disease
graduate in three years, choose the required CHEM 113 Concepts of Chemistry
development studies, computibility first-year courses for at least two majors – these CHEM 114 Principles of Chemistry
are given in the specific major requirements. PSYC 122 Introduction to Psychology 2
theory, modelling, biostatistics, clinical/ For an overview of the Bachelor of Science, Either STAT 193 Statistics for Natural and Social
including sample degree programmes, see Sciences or MATH 142 Calculus 1B
cross-cultural/forensic/cognitive and www.victoria.ac.nz/home/study/undergrad Either BHSC 116 Human Reproduction, Evolution
and Sexuality or CHEM 115 Structure and
behavioural psychology, to name a few. Spectroscopy
Wellington’s strength in Science was

recognised at the 2009 inaugural Prime
Minister’s Science Prizes, where four
of the five winners had Wellington and
Victoria University connections.
FIND OUT MORE

www.victoria.ac.nz/science

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Bachelor of Science
Master of Science6
BSc(Hons)
PGDipSc
GDipSc
GDipSc = Graduate Diploma in Science
PGDipSc = Postgraduate Diploma in Science
PhD
MSc = Master of Science
Years1 > 3 1 1 1 1-2 3-4 Other Qualifications YEARS1

Applied Physics
Applied Statistics
Biology
Biomedical Science Bachelor of Biomedical Science2 3
Bachelor of Biomedical Science with Honours 1
Postgraduate Diploma in Biomedical Science 1
Master of Biomedical Science 1-26
Biotechnology
Cell & Molecular Bioscience
Chemistry
Conservation Biology Master of Conservation Biology3 1
Development Studies Postgraduate Diploma in Development Studies 1

Master of Development Studies 1-26
Ecological Restoration
Ecology and Biodiversity
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Studies 1
Master of Environmental Studies 1-26
Geography
Geographic Information Science Postgraduate Diploma in Geographic Information Science4 1
Master of in Geographic Information Science4 1-26
Geology
Geophysics
Heritage Materials Science
Logic and Computation
Marine Biology
Marine Conservation Master of Marine Conservation 1-1.55
Mathematics
Mathematics Education
Meteorology Postgraduate Certificate in Meteorology 0.5
Postgraduate Diploma in Meteorology 1
Microbiology (Molecular)
Operations Research
Petroleum Geosciences
Physical Geography
Physics
Psychology Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology 3
Master of Science in Behavioural Neuroscience 27
Master of Science in Cross-Cultural Psychology 27
Master of Science in Forensic Psychology4 27
Statistics Postgraduate Diploma in Mathematics of Finance and Insurance 1

Master of Science in Stochastic Processes of Finance and Insurance 1-26
Conjoint Programmes > Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Commerce and Administration 4

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Teaching 4
1. One year = 2 trimesters
2. The BBmedSc is offered in: Human Genetics; Molecular Pathology; and Molecular Pharmacology & Medicinal Chemistry
3. The MConBio is a joint programme with UNSW, Australia: VUW component (January-June), UNSW component (July-November)
noteS
4. Subject to approval for 2011

5. January or June start, can be completed in 1 or 1.5 years depending on academic background
6. Can be completed in 1 or 2 years depending on academic background
7. The first year of this degree is also offered as a Postgraduate Diploma in Science
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Faculty of
Graduate Research
Victoria University of Wellington is one of New Zealand’s

leading research institutions, spending tens of millions of
dollars every year on research.
Victoria has an international reputation for centres are involved in applied research projects
academic excellence in postgraduate teaching as well as programmes that advance
and research across seven faculties. The fundamental understanding.
University is recognised as a leader in a number
The University is co-host of the MacDiarmid Research by thesis students are further
of international growth areas, including
Institute for Advanced Materials and supported through the University’s commitment
bioscience, biomedical science, built
Nanotechnology, a national Centre of Research to a minimum resources agreement, which
environments, design, earth sciences, human
Excellence. Victoria is also a partner in three covers office space and furniture, electronic
geography, business and law, human resources,
other Centres of Research Excellence. The facilities and financial support, and a laptop
materials science, music, physics, psychology,
Malaghan Institute of Medical Research, New rebate that provides assistance with the
social policy, criminology and film and theatre.
Zealand’s leading independent biomedical purchase of notebook computers.
Victoria has researchers of national and research centre is on the Kelburn campus and is
international repute working in a diverse range part of a major collaboration involving both For more information on these initiatives, to
of disciplines. Our researchers have won major teaching and research. The University’s find out more about postgraduate research at
grants in a highly competitive environment and Antarctic Research Centre has produced Victoria and to apply for admission as a PhD
publish in leading international journals and research vital to world understanding of climate student, visit the Faculty of Graduate Research
with the top academic publishers. We offer change. website at www.victoria.ac.nz/fgr
continually developing graduate programmes
Victoria has state-of-the-art technical resources
and access to the latest thinking across a wide
to facilitate the research of our staff and
Special allowances for
range of fields.
students. This is supported by a wide range of International PhD students
Victoria has over 40 research institutes and international research services and access to At Victoria, international PhD candidates pay
centres that play a significant role in graduate collaborative networks provided by the fees at the same level as New Zealand domestic
teaching and research. These institutes and University’s Information Technology Service students.
group.
The spouse/partner of a PhD student receives a
PhD students play an important role in research work permit for the period in which the student
at Victoria. The Faculty of Graduate Research is studying in New Zealand.
focuses on ensuring that PhD students have a
Faculty of Graduate Research positive experience and promotes the quality of Children of PhD students may attend school in
Phone +64-4-463 5061 PhD research across the University, and runs New Zealand without paying international
Fax +64-4-463 6480 orientation programmes for new PhD students. student fees.
Email pg-research@vuw.ac.nz
Website www.victoria.ac.nz/fgr

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Scholarships
Scholarships are available for international students study at Victoria for an undergraduate degree.
These scholarships are valued at NZ$20,000. To
wishing to study at Victoria, particularly for PhD and find out more, contact Shenwei Teo, Victoria
International, email: ip-team@vuw.ac.nz
other research. Commonwealth Scholarships: These
scholarships are available to citizens of
Scholarships for research The scholarship pays NZ$22,000 per annum Commonwealth countries for postgraduate
plus tuition fees for up to three years. study at a New Zealand university, and cover full
Victoria PhD Scholarships: Victoria PhD
Reimbursements for medical insurance, thesis tuition fees, return airfare, a living allowance
Scholarships consist of a living allowance of
and other study-related costs. Applicants must
NZ$21,000 per annum plus tuition fees for up to allowance and partial travel expenses may also
be available. More information can be found at apply through their home country. For more
three years.
www.newzealandeducated.com/scholarships information, visit www.csfp-online.org or
Applicants may also be offered the alternative email schols@nzvcc.ac.nz.
Victoria Doctoral Scholarships. These awards Victoria Master’s (by thesis) Scholarships:
These scholarships currently have a stipend for NZAID DEVELOPMENT SCHOLARSHIPS: These
consist of a NZ$16,000 living allowance per
living costs of NZ$15,000 plus domestic tuition undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships
annum plus tuition fees for up to three years
fees for one year. Please note: Master’s (by are offered to people from selected developing
and also an offer of employment within the
countries by the New Zealand government’s
supervising school of at least $5,000 per annum. thesis) fees are charged at international fee
levels, so students must pay the difference international aid and development agency
Around 100 new scholarships are offered each between domestic and international tuition NZAID. The scholarship aims “to enhance the
year in each of the above. fees. Approximately 34 scholarships are offered skills, training and knowledge of selected
each year. The closing date is 1 November. individuals and thereby build capacity to
There are three closing dates for Victoria PhD
contribute to the sustainable development of
funding – 1 March, 1 July and 1 November. To find out more, contact the Scholarships key areas in their home country”. For more
There is one process and one single form for Office, email scholarships-office@vuw.ac.nz information, visit www.nzaid.govt.nz/
applying for admission and for scholarship
scholarships/nzds.html
funding. This application form is available from Other scholarships
the Faculty of Graduate Research website, US Financial Aid: Victoria University is
www.victoria.ac.nz/fgr Victoria Graduate Awards: These awards are accredited by the US Department of Education
available to Honours and Master’s by to administer US Financial Aid Loans to US
For more information, email scholarships- coursework students. They are available for one citizens or eligible non-citizens – see
office@vuw.ac.nz or pg-research@vuw.ac.nz year and pay up to $5,000 towards tuition fees. www.victoria-international.ac.nz
NEW ZEALAND INTERNATIONAL DOCTORAL RESEARCH Around 100 awards are offered annually.
SCHOLARSHIPS: Each year the New Zealand International Undergraduate Fees Scholarships
Government offers around 10 scholarships for – Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam: Victoria offers a
international students who are accepted for limited number of International Undergraduate FIND OUT MORE
doctoral study at a New Zealand university. Fees Scholarships for students of outstanding www.victoria.ac.nz/fgr
ability from Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam to www.victoria.ac.nz/scholarships
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Fees 2011 FACULTY AND PROGRAMMES intake 1
Faculty of Architecture and Design

Important notes Bachelor of Architectural Studies (Architecture, Interior Architecture, Landscape Feb
All tuition fees at Victoria are calculated on a Architecture, Architecture History and Theory)
per-point basis. The average number of points Bachelor of Building Science Feb
for two trimesters (Trimesters 1 and 2) of (Project Management, Sustainable Engineering Systems)
academic study is 120 points. Bachelor of Design Innovation Feb
(Culture + Context, Industrial Design, Media Design)
The tuition fees quoted on these pages are for
the full programme unless otherwise stated. Graduate Certificate in Designed Environments (Architecture, Architecture History and Feb
Fee quoted as ‘per year’ are an estimate only, Theory, Interior Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Project Management [Building
based on 120 points of study within the Science], Sustainable Engineering Systems [Building Science])
Faculty offering the qualification. Graduate Diploma in Designed Environments (Architecture, Architecture History and Feb
Theory, Interior Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Project Management [Building
The actual fee you pay will depend on the Science], Sustainable Engineering Systems [Building Science])
number of points in which you enrol and
Graduate Diploma in Design Innovation Feb
the Faculty from which you select courses.
Undergraduate fees are charged at the Postgraduate Diploma in Architecture History and Theory Feb
following rates: Master of Architecture Feb
School of Architecture $216.25 Master of Architecture (Professional) Feb
School of Design $212.08 Master of Building Science Feb
Faculty of Commerce + Administration $178.75
Master of Design Innovation 2 Feb
Faculty of Education $147.63
Faculty of Engineering $219.58
Master of Interior Architecture 2 Feb
Faculty of Humanities + Social Sciences $162.08
Faculty of Law $193.33 Master of Landscape Architecture Feb
Faculty of Science $196.67 PhD Any time
New Zealand School of Music $191.67 Faculty of Commerce + Administration
These tuition fees apply to courses in 2011. Bachelor of Business Information Systems Feb, Jul
Courses taken in subsequent years will be (Information Systems Management, Information Systems Development)
charged at the rates for that year. Bachelor of Commerce and Administration (for majors, see page 17) Feb, Jul
Costs associated with field trips and thesis Bachelor of Commerce and Administration/Bachelor of Science (conjoint) Feb, Jul
publication are not included in tuition fees. Bachelor of Tourism Management Feb, Jul
Tuition fees for PhD study and research are Graduate Diploma in Commerce (for subjects, see page 17) Feb, Jul
charged on a per-year basis. International PhD Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting (following a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting) Feb
students are charged at domestic fee rates, Bachelor of Commerce and Administration with Honours (for subjects, see page 17) Feb
which are set later in the year. The PhD fees
Bachelor of Tourism Management with Honours Feb
quoted here are 2010 fees – these are
Postgraduate Certificate in Public Management Feb, Jul
subject to change for 2011.
Postgraduate Certificate in Public Policy Feb, Jul
Footnotes: Postgraduate Certificate in Strategic Studies Feb
1 A few majors may have restricted intake dates.

Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Analysis Feb, Jul
2 This Master’s degree will be available from 2012. Postgraduate Diploma in Treasury Management Feb, Jul
In 2011, the Master’s by thesis is offered for suitably
qualified candidates. Postgraduate Diploma in Public Management Feb, Jul
3 This fee is based on students taking 60 points of each Postgraduate Diploma in Public Policy Feb, Jul
degree in their first year.
Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Studies Feb
Master of Applied Finance Feb, Jul
Master of Business Administration Feb
OTHER FEES + Costs
In addition to tuition fees, student levies must
Master of Commerce and Administration (for majors, see page 17) Any time
be paid and there are other costs associated
with study at Victoria. The following are 2010 Master of Information Management Feb, Jul, Nov
costs, and subject to change for 2011: Master of Information Studies Feb
2010 Student Levies (estimated) $675
Master of Management Studies Feb
2010 Medical and Travel Insurance $520
Master of Professional Accounting Feb, Nov
Estimated living costs $17,220
(rent, food, etc) for 38 weeks – see page 39 Master of Public Management Feb, Jul
Master of Public Policy Feb, Jul

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Minimum Total points Estimated Tuition Coursework Minimum entry requirements

fees (NZ$)
Duration For full Full programme unless and/or Degrees must be gained with an appropriate GPA and be from a recognised institution
Years Qualification otherwise indicated Research Entry into postgraduate programmes is at the discretion of the Faculty and/or School
3 360 25,950 per year C See: Qualifications for entry into undergraduate courses in the application form
Competitive entry into second year
0.5 60 12,975 C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related discipline, plus a portfolio
1 120 25,950 C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related discipline, plus a portfolio
1 120 25,450 C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related discipline, plus a portfolio
1 120 27,950 C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related discipline

1 120 28,500 R Bachelor ‘s degree or equivalent in same subject area, plus a portfolio
2 240 28,500 per year C+R Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in same subject area, plus a portfolio
2 240 27,950 per year C+R Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related discipline
2 240 27,950 per year C+R Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related discipline
3 6,210 per year R Master’s by research degree or equivalent
1 120 21,450 C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
1 120 21,450 C VUW Bachelor of Commerce and Administration in Accounting
1 120 23,100 C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in same subject area
1 60 11,550 C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, plus at least two years’ relevant work experience
1.5 180 44,175 C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, plus at least two years’ relevant work experience
2 240 23,100 per year C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, plus at least five years’ relevant professional work
experience, plus GMAT of 550 or more
1 120 23,100 R Bachelor’s degree with Honours in same subject area, or equivalent
1.5 180 34,650 C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, plus at least five years’ relevant work experience
1 180 36,150 C Bachelor’s degree with Honours, or Masters degree, or equivalent
1.5-2 240 23,100 per year C+R Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
1.5-2 240 22,500 per year C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
1.5-2 180 34,650 C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, plus at least two years’ relevant work experience
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Faculty of Commerce + Administration (continued)

Important notes Master of Strategic Studies Feb
All tuition fees at Victoria are calculated on a Master of Tourism Management Feb
per-point basis. The average number of points PhD Any time
for two trimesters (Trimesters 1 and 2) of Faculty of Education
academic study is 120 points.
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching (conjoint) Feb, Jul
The tuition fees quoted on these pages are for Bachelor of Commerce and Administration/Bachelor of Teaching (conjoint) Feb, Jul
the full programme unless otherwise stated.
Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Teaching (conjoint) Feb, Jul
Fee quoted as ‘per year’ are an estimate only,
based on 120 points of study within the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) (conjoint) Feb
Faculty offering the qualification. Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) Jan
The actual fee you pay will depend on the

Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Primary) Jan
the Faculty from which you select courses.
Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Secondary) Jan
Undergraduate fees are charged at the
following rates:
Postgraduate Certificate in Education and Professional Development Feb, Jul, Nov
School of Architecture $216.25 Postgraduate Diploma in Education and Professional Development Feb, Jul, Nov
School of Design $212.08 Master of Education Feb, Jul, Nov
PhD Any time
Faculty of Education $147.63
Faculty of Engineering $219.58 Faculty of Engineering
Faculty of Humanities + Social Sciences $162.08 Bachelor of Engineering (for specialisations, see page 20) Feb
Faculty of Law $193.33 Bachelor of Science (Computer Science, Electronic and Computer Systems) Feb, Jul
Faculty of Science $196.67
Graduate Diploma in Science (Computer Science, Electronic and Computer Systems) Feb, Jul
New Zealand School of Music $191.67
Bachelor of Science with Honours (Computer Science, Electronic and Computer Systems) Feb, Jul
These tuition fees apply to courses in 2011. Postgraduate Diploma in Science (Computer Science, Electronic and Computer Systems) Feb, Jul
Courses taken in subsequent years will be
Master of Science (Computer Science, Electronic and Computer Systems) Feb, Jul
charged at the rates for that year.
Master of Computer Science Feb, Jul
Costs associated with field trips and thesis
Master of Engineering (for specialisations, see page 20) Feb, Jul
publication are not included in tuition fees.
PhD (Computer Science, Electronic and Computer Systems) Feb, Jul, Nov
Tuition fees for PhD study and research are PhD (Engineering) Any time
charged on a per-year basis. International PhD
students are charged at domestic fee rates, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
which are set later in the year. The PhD fees Bachelor of Arts (for majors, see page 23) Feb, Jul
quoted here are 2010 fees – these are Bachelor of Music3 (Classical Performance, Composition, Jazz, Music Studies) Feb
subject to change for 2011.
Graduate Diploma in Arts2 (for subjects, see page 23) Feb, Jul
Graduate Diploma in Music3 Feb, Jul
Footnotes:
Postgraduate Diploma in Arts2 (for subjects, see page 23) Feb, Jul
2 Subject to approval for 2011. Bachelors of Arts with Honours (for subjects, see page 23) Feb, Jul
3 These qualifications are offered by the New Zealand
School of Music. Bachelor of Music with Honours3
(Arranging, Classical Performance, Composition/Sonic Feb, Jul
4 BSc(Hons) degrees comprise 25% research. Arts, Ethnomusicology, Jazz Performance, Musicology, Music Studies)
Postgraduate Diploma in Music3 (Composition, Sonic Arts, Performance) Feb, Jul
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Care2 Feb, Jul, Nov
OTHER FEES + Costs
In addition to tuition fees, student levies must Postgraduate Diploma in Health Care2 Feb, Jul, Nov
be paid and there are other costs associated
with study at Victoria. The following are 2010
costs, and subject to change for 2011: Master of Arts (for subjects, see page 23) Any time
2010 Student Levies (estimated) $675 Master of Arts in TESOL/Applied Linguistics Feb, Jul, Nov
2010 Medical and Travel Insurance $520
Estimated living costs $17,220
(rent, food, etc) for 38 weeks – see page 39

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fees (NZ$)
2 240 23,100 per year C+R Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a same subject area
120 5,960 per year R Master’s by research degree or equivalent
1 155 22,500 C Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent
plus a minimum IELTS overall band of 7.0 (with no sub-score below 7.0)
1 155 22,500 C Bachelor’s degree which includes two teaching subjects, or equivalent
0.5 60 11,125 C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in same subject area
2 240 22,250 per year C+R Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in same subject area
3-4 5,365 per year R Master’s by research degree or equivalent
1 120 23,600 C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent which includes some computer science courses
1 120 27,600 C4 Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in same subject area
1-2 120/240 27,600 per year C+R Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in same subject area
2 240 27,600 per year C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in same subject area
1 120 28,600 R Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in same subject area
Audition required for Classical Performance and Jazz
1 120 23,000 C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, and appropriate training and experience
Audition/portfolio may be required
1 120 21,350 C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the same subject area
1 120 25,500 C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in same subject area, plus audition/portfolio
1 120 25,500 C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in same subject area, plus audition/portfolio
0.5 60 10,450 C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a health-related area, plus professional working
experience in health care
1 120 20,900 C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a health-related area, plus professional working
1 120 21,350 R Bachelor’s degree with Honours in same subject area, or equivalent
1 180 24,050 C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in linguistics, English language, education or a language
other than English, plus at least two years’ professional experience in language
education or applied linguistics
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Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (continued)

Important notes Master of Health Care2 Feb, Jul
All tuition fees at Victoria are calculated on a
per-point basis. The average number of points Master of International Relations Feb
for two trimesters (Trimesters 1 and 2) of Master of Museum and Heritage Studies Feb
academic study is 120 points. Master of Music3 (Composition, Musicology, Performance) Any time
The tuition fees quoted on these pages are for
the full programme unless otherwise stated. Master of Music Therapy3 Feb
Fee quoted as ‘per year’ are an estimate only,
based on 120 points of study within the Master of Musical Arts3 (Composition, Sonic Arts, Performance) Feb
Faculty offering the qualification.
Master of Theatre Arts Feb
The actual fee you pay will depend on the
Doctor of Musical Arts3 (Composition, Performance) Feb, Jul
the Faculty from which you select courses. PhD Any time
Undergraduate fees are charged at the Faculty of Law

following rates: Bachelor of Laws Feb
Bachelor of Laws with Honours
School of Architecture $216.25
School of Design $212.08
Graduate Certificate in Law Feb, Jul 6
Faculty of Education $147.63 Master of Laws Feb, Jul 6
Faculty of Engineering $219.58 PhD Any time
Faculty of Humanities + Social Sciences $162.08 Faculty of Science
Faculty of Law $193.33
Bachelor of Biomedical Science (for specialisations, see page 27) Feb, Jul
Faculty of Science $196.67
Bachelor of Science (for majors, see page 27) Feb, Jul
New Zealand School of Music $191.67
Bachelor of Commerce and Administration/Bachelor of Science (conjoint) Feb, Jul
These tuition fees apply to courses in 2011.
Courses taken in subsequent years will be Graduate Diploma in Science (for majors, see page 27) Feb, Jul
charged at the rates for that year. Bachelor of Biomedical Science with Honours (for majors, see page 27) Feb, Jul
Costs associated with field trips and thesis Bachelor of Science with Honours (for majors, see page 27) Feb, Jul
publication are not included in tuition fees. Postgraduate Diploma in Biomedical Science Feb, Jul
Tuition fees for PhD study and research are Postgraduate Diploma in Development Studies Feb
charged on a per-year basis. International PhD Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Studies Feb
students are charged at domestic fee rates, 2
Postgraduate Diploma in Geographic Information Science Feb
which are set later in the year. The PhD fees
quoted here are 2010 fees – these are Postgraduate Diploma in Meteorology Feb, Jul
subject to change for 2011. Postgraduate Diploma in Science (for subjects, see page 27) Feb, Jul
Footnotes:
Master of Biomedical Science Feb, Jul
2 Subject to approval for 2011.
3 These qualifications are offered by the New Zealand Master of Conservation Biology 4 Jan at VUW
School of Music.
4 Students pay an extra $1,450 (subject to change for
(Joint programme with UNSW, Australia) Jul at UNSW
2011) for the field trip. The full programme runs from Master of Development Studies Feb
January to December or July to June.
5 This programme includes two field trips at an extra Master of Environmental Studies Feb
cost of approx $7,000 (subject to change in 2011). Master of Geographic Information Science 2 Feb
6 February is the recommended commencement date.
7 These Honours degrees comprise 25% research. Master of Marine Conservation Jan, July
(In collaboration with University of Queensland, Australia)
Master of Science (for subjects, see page 27) Feb, Jul
OTHER FEES + Costs
In addition to tuition fees, student levies must PhD Any time
be paid and there are other costs associated OTHER
with study at Victoria. The following are 2010
costs, and subject to change for 2011: Certificate in English Proficiency (EPP) Mar, Jul, Nov
2010 Student Levies (estimated) $675 Foundation Studies Feb, Jul, Nov
2010 Medical and Travel Insurance $520 Study Abroad Feb, Jul
Estimated living costs $17,220 Rugby Study Abroad Feb
(rent, food, etc) for 38 weeks – see page 39
Golf Study Abroad Feb, Jul


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fees (NZ$)
1 20,900 R Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a health-related area, professional working

1 180 29,950 C+R Bachelor’s degree with Honours or equivalent
2 240 22,700 per year C+R Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
1 120 25,500 R, C+R Bachelor of Music degree with Honours or equivalent and prerequisites for courses,
plus audition/portfolio
2 240 25,500 per year C+R Degree relevant to music therapy and at least 30 points in psychology or other
approved social science discipline, plus audition/interview
1 120 25,500 per year R, C+R Bachelor’s degree with Honours or equivalent and audition/portfolio
2 240 28,050 per year C+R Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in same subject area, plus audition
3 120 25,500 per year C+R Bachelor of Music with Honours and audition/portfolio
4 23,200 per year C See: Qualifications for entry into undergraduate courses in the application form.
Competitive entry in to second year. Entry to the parallel third- and fourth-year Honours
programme is by invitation after high achievement in second year.
0.5 60 11,560 C Bachelor’s degree in law, or equivalent
1 120 24,300 C, C+R, R Bachelor’s degree in law, or equivalent
1 120 27,600 C7 Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in same subject area
1 120 27,600 C 7 Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in same subject area
2 240 27,600 per year C+R Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in same subject area – applicants with a good
Bachelor’s degree with Honours may be considered for direct entry into the second year
0.75 90 17,000 VUW only C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
0.75 UNSW units
1-1.5 180-240 27,600 per year5 C Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
1 or 2 240 27,600 per year C+R or R Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in same subject area – applicants with a good
Bachelor’s degree with Honours may be considered for direct entry into the second year
12 weeks 5,000 C
1 17,100 C
0.5-1 10,250 per trimester C
0.5 11,250 per trimester C
0.5-1 11,250 per trimester C
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Victoria International
Victoria International is
dedicated to helping make
sure that your time at the
University is as enriching and
enjoyable as possible.
As an international student at Victoria, you will Welcome abroad Making the most of your stay
be part of a very special community. The centre
of that community is Victoria International (VI) When you arrive in Wellington, VI staff or During your time at Victoria, the VI Services
which provides assistance and support to student volunteers will meet you at the Team is available provide advice and support to
international students from the time of enquiry Wellington airport, introduce you to the help with any academic or personal concerns.
and application through to graduation. University and the city and take you to your We understand that living and studying in a
pre-arranged accommodation. foreign country comes with its highs and lows.
Victoria International is a dedicated office made
VI Student Advisors are here to listen and
up of international marketing and recruitment, The VI Services team runs an International
support international students. VI Services staff
international admissions, international Orientation programme for all students, to
members have experience living in different
programmes, Victoria International Leadership introduce you to student and academic life at
cultures and know the challenges.
Programme, student exchange and student Victoria.
support (Services) reporting to the Office of the The Services team sends out regular emails to
At International Orientation you will receive the
Pro Vice-Chancellor International. ensure that you always know what’s going on.
information and help you need to settle into life
Victoria International is your first point of at the University and in New Zealand. This VI works closely with other student support
contact for information and advice. You can includes academic advice, guidance on groups at the university.
contact us through our Online Support Centre accessing the University’s student computer
victoria-help.custhelp.com. Our Admissions systems, campus and city tours and
team answers questions regarding admission introductions to the facilities and services
and enrolment procedures. Our Services team available to you as a Victoria student.
answers enquiries about airport pick-up, The VI Services team also organises events
orientation and insurance, and provides during International Orientation in which you
support during your time at the university. can participate. These present a great
opportunity to meet new people.
www.victoria-international.ac.nz
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Student Support + Facilities
The Quad, Kelburn campus,

during Orientation Week
Victoria’s university-wide student support network has Victoria Careers Service offers job and career
coaching, career-oriented degree planning, a
set the standard in New Zealand for ensuring that students Careers Resource Library and workshops and
seminars throughout the year.
have the support they need, both in their studies and www.victoria.ac.nz/st_services/careers
Student Job Search helps students find part-
in their personal life. time employment while studying and full-time
employment during summer.
faculty Support is available through Faculty community activities for students of any faith www.sjs.co.nz
Academic Advisors dedicated to looking after background. There are also Muslim prayer
Victoria University Students’ Association funds
the needs of international students. rooms at both the Kelburn and Pipitea
almost 100 social, sporting and cultural clubs.
Campuses.
Student Learning Support Service provides free www.victoriasa.org.nz
workshops and tuition to help students with Disability Support Service assists students who
essay writing, study skills, mathematics and have a disability, long-term injury, impairment Facilities
statistics, presentation skills, and exam and/or chronic injury. Services include note
techniques. A particularly useful programme for taking in lectures, special examination needs, Student Computing Service provides computer
international students is Preparation for specialised equipment, personal support, places facilities. All students receive free email and
Academic Life and Study (PALS), which helps to rest and hearing assistance technology. Most storage space, and access to the Student Portal
students understand how to study successfully. support is free for international students. (MyVictoria) and the library’s web-based
www.victoria.ac.nz/st_services/slss www.victoria.ac.nz/st_services/disability electronic database. Large suites at all campuses
offer access to a range of software, printers,
Student Health Service provides a range of Crèche (childcare) facilities are available on scanners, internet and technical support.
medical services for students, with doctors and campus while you are studying. These are www.victoria.ac.nz/its-student
nursing staff at Kelburn and Pipitea campuses, staffed by professional and experienced
and physiotherapy at the Kelburn Campus. teachers. Applications for the crèche must be Library facilities are extensive. The University
After-hours medical care for students is also made well in advance as places are limited. has a central library and Faculty-specific ones.
available off-campus. www.victoria.ac.nz/st_services/creche www.victoria.ac.nz/library
www.victoria.ac.nz/st_services/health The Language Learning Centre supports the
Financial Support and Advisory Service provides
Counselling Service is a free, professional and practical, tailored advice about managing teaching and learning of foreign languages and
confidential service. It provides counselling on university and personal costs. Its staff assist English as a second language. There are
personal or academic issues, relationships or with scholarship applications, and administer multimedia language learning resources and
any other aspect of students’ wellbeing. the Student Assistance Scheme which provides facilities including computers and satellite
www.victoria.ac.nz/st_services/counselling emergency financial assistance. television in several languages.
www.victoria.ac.nz/st_services/finadvice www.victoria.ac.nz/llc
Spiritual support is available for a range of
religions. Anglican and Catholic Chaplains
provide pastoral care, spiritual input and
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Accommodation Accommodation
Weir House, Kelburn
Living in the supportive

environment of a Hall with
Everton Hall, single room

other students is an enjoyable
experience with opportunities
for making new friends from a
wide variety of backgrounds. The Accommodation Guide is included in the
Victoria International Offer Pack, sent in
If you will be under the age of 18 when you start
studying at Victoria, you must contact the
response to your application for admission. You Accommodation Service before you make your
Most Halls of Residence arrange a special week
can apply online through the Accommodation housing choices to discuss your options.
of orientation to the hall, Victoria University
Service website or, if you do not have easy
and the city and all provide a friendly, helpful The Accommodation Service also assists
internet access, request a paper application
place to live throughout the year. They offer the students to find other accommodation such as
form from the Accommodation Service.
opportunity to live in a community of students private board, furnished rooms, vacant flats or
from New Zealand and around the world. There is a non-refundable application fee of a place in an established flat. They operate an
NZ$75 for first-time applicants to a Hall of online vacancy service advertising current
There is a variety of Halls of Residence available
Residence. Payment methods can be found listings and this is updated daily on the
for international students. The majority are
online or in the Accommodation Guide. Accommodation Service website. Private
self-catered but there are halls that provide
housing is not checked or approved by Victoria
meals for students in their first and second year Applications for accommodation must reach the
University.
at university. While prices vary, we recommend Accommodation Service by 1 October 2010 to
that you budget at least NZ$350 a week for be considered in the first selection round for Homestays can also be arranged for
accommodation including food and other the February 2011 intake, or 1 May 2011 for the international students attending Victoria
expenses. intake of July 2011 . Applications received after University. Please contact the Accommodation
these dates will be placed on the wait list and Service for more information.
considered as places become available.
Applications are accepted up to the start of each
trimester.
Accommodation Service
Phone +64-4-463 5896
Fax +64-4-463 9974
Email accommodation@vuw.ac.nz
www.victoria.ac.nz/accommodation
Postal Address
PO Box 600, Wellington 6140, New Zealand

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Living costs + Budget
Lambton Quay
Living costs depend on where and how you Estimated living costs*
choose to live.
ESSENTIAL EXPENSES Hall of Residence Private Flat** Your Budget
The average weekly cost of a Hall of Residence Weekly Expenses
is between NZ$180 and NZ$300 and it may Rent 270 150
include up to three daily meals, internet, Power/gas - 20
electricity and local phone costs. Food (included in Hall fee) - 70
Rent for flatting – shared apartment or house – Entertainment and snacks 30 55
averages NZ$150 per week, with additional costs Travel (local) - 25
for food, internet, phone and electricity. Phone rental (local calls only) and broadband - 15
If flatmates cook together and take advantage of Toll calls home 5 5
low-cost supermarkets and the weekly fruit- Cell phone (usage only) 10 10
Toiletries 10 10
and-vegetable market, expenses for food can be
significantly lowered. Subtotal $325 $360
Subtotal x 38 weeks = Annual TOTAL 1 $12,350 $12,755
Libraries, most cinemas and theatres offer
Initial Set-up Expenses
student discounts, as do many bookstores and
Hall deposit/bond for flat (partly refundable) 500 450
shops. Here are some average non-discounted Set-up for flat (such as amenities, furniture) 200 1,500
prices of some common goods in New Zealand Course costs (books, supplies, photocopying) 1,000 1,000
dollars (for exchange rates, see www.xe.com): Insurance – individual rate 520 520
+ Prepaid international telephone call cards Cell phone purchase 200 200
around $20 for 5-6 hours Sports and hobbies 500 500
+ Cell phone contract $30 per month Clothing + personal items 1200 1200
+ Takeaway meal $7-$20 Miscellaneous 250 250
+ Coffee $4; soft drink $2; beer $7 Annual TOTAL 2 $4,870 $5,620
+ DVD hire $8; cinema $14 Total ESSENTIAL Expenses (TOTAL 1+2) $17,220 $18,375
+ Backpackers $30 (dorm bunk) per night
+ Taxi from airport to city $25-$35 OPTIONAL EXPENSE Minimum Average/Good
+ Bus/cable car – university to city $2; taxi $12 One-week holiday in New Zealand 500 1,500
The table on the right shows estimated living POSSIBLE INCOME
costs for one academic year at Victoria based on
Wages***
38 weeks. Information and advice on living
Parent/Family contribution
expenses in Wellington is available from:
Scholarships/Grant (private)
www.victoria.ac.nz/st_services/finadvice
Your Total Possible income
Please note that Residence Hall costs and inclusions vary,
so please check carefully the information specific to your
preferred housing options in the Accommodation Guide or at:
*These costs are reasonable estimates of costs for 2011, based on 2010 costs – actual costs may vary
www.victoria.ac.nz/accommodation
**Your contribution is based on sharing in a three-person flat.
***International students can work up to 20 hours a week during the academic period. The minimum wage is $12.75 per hour.
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waiting for?
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More Information
[+] Mailing address [+] Physical address [+] Tel +64-4-463 5350
Victoria International Victoria International Fax +64-4-463 5056
Victoria University of Wellington Victoria University of Wellington Email victoria-international@vuw.ac.nz
PO Box 600 Level 2, Rutherford House Website www.victoria-international.ac.nz
Wellington 6140 23 Lambton Quay, Pipitea Campus Online Support Centre
New Zealand Wellington, New Zealand http://victoria-help.custhelp.com
© Victoria University of Wellington, June 2010 The Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students
Victoria University uses all reasonable skill and care to ensure the The Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International
information contained in this document is accurate at the time of Students (The Code) is a policy specially designed for
being made available. However, matters covered by this document international students. It sets the standards of advice and care
are subject to change due to a continuous process of review and to that must be given by an institution to an international student.
unanticipated circumstances.
Victoria University of Wellington has agreed to observe and be
The University therefore reserves the right to make any changes bound by The Code published by the Ministry of Education.
without notice. So far as the law permits, the University accepts Copies of The Code are available on request from Victoria
no responsibility for any loss suffered by any person due to International or from the New Zealand Ministry of Education
reliance (either in whole or in part) on the information contained website at www.minedu.govt.nz/goto/international
in this document, whether direct or indirect, and whether
foreseeable or not.
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APPlication to study as an international student
Plan your degree and Major
We encourage students to research the Victoria degrees and majors they plan to study at the University.
For a full list of degrees and subject areas offered, see the degree explorer at www.victoria.ac.nz/international/Tools/careerdegree.aspx
Masters by research applicants are advised to contact an academic in the relevant School/Department to ensure that the area of proposed
research can be supervised at Victoria University of Wellington.
PhD applicants: Do NOT use this application form. There is a completely separate application process for the PhD degree, managed by the
Faculty of Graduate Research – see www.victoria.ac.nz/fgr
Submit your Application

Complete all sections on the attached Application Form, sign it and courier (preferably
using a tracked worldwide courier service) or mail your form and supporting documents Application Closing Dates
to the address on the application form so it arrives by the closing dates listed on the right.
For study beginning in:
As a minimum, you must include:
Trimester 1 (February): 1 December
+ a completed International Student Application Form
Trimester 2 ( July): 1 May
+ official documentation of your academic results
Trimester 3 (November): 1 September
+ a certified copy of your passport personal details
Some programmes have an earlier
Note that some Victoria programmes have additional requirements. application closing date.
If your first language is not English you must also include supporting evidence of your Applications received after the above
English proficiency – see page 2 of this form for details. dates are considered on a case-by-case
Postgraduate students must also include the items listed in the Entry Requirements for basis.
Postgraduate Study and Research on page 2 of this form.
Receive Offer of Place

When we receive your application we will acknowledge it with an email. After an assessment is made, successful applicants will receive the offer
letter and pre-arrival information by email, including your offer status, offered programme and start date.
Visit THE Pre-Arrival website

It is important to review the pre-arrival information at http://prearrival.victoria.ac.nz, which includes important advice on the
accommodation application process, student visa and medical and travel insurance.
Student Visas Medical and Travel Insurance least six weeks before your enrolment before
purchasing a policy from your home country.
Before coming to study at a New Zealand All international students must have current and
A policy written in another language must be
university you will need a student visa. Your appropriate medical and travel insurance while
translated into English before Victoria
nearest New Zealand Diplomatic Office can studying in New Zealand.
International staff can check it.
provide you with the necessary information and The Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of
the forms to complete. If you buy an insurance policy that fails to meet
International Students (The Code) guidelines
the Code standards, you must buy another
When applying for a student visa, you must show state the minimum standard of insurance
appropriate insurance policy before enrolling.
the letter from the University confirming your required for an international student –
Offer of Admission and a receipt showing you see www.minedu.govt.nz/goto/international The University receives payment from the
have paid your tuition fees in full. You must also insurer, used to improve pastoral care and
Victoria University offers Studentsafe-University
prove you have sufficient funds to support services for international students at Victoria.
for its 2011 students. Studentsafe-University
yourself during your time in New Zealand. Note Any residual is used for study awards and
meets The Code standards and provides travel
there may be different requirements for international student scholarships. To find out
and health insurance at an economical rate.
different countries. more, see www.victoria.ac.nz/international/
Short course and family rates are also available.
services/insurance.aspx or email
Retaining a student visa may be subject to Payment for insurance can be made with tuition
vi-insurance@vuw.ac.nz
academic requirements such as minimum course fees. The current insurance rate is published at
attendance and progress. www.victoria.ac.nz/international/services/ The Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC)
insurance.aspx provides accident insurance for all temporary
For full details of visa and permit requirements,
visitors to New Zealand, but you may still be
reporting requirements and advice on rights to Most insurance policies purchased outside New
liable for all other medical and related costs –
employment in New Zealand while studying, Zealand do not meet The Code’s standards, so it
see www.acc.co.nz
see www.immigration.govt.nz is vital to check with Victoria International at
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
To study at Victoria University of Wellington as an international student you will need
a good command of the English language and a good record of academic achievement.
Undergraduate Study Postgraduate Study and Research
English language requirements English language requirements
++ TOEFL 550, or 213 on the computer-based test; or 80 on the ++ TOEFL 575 with (preferably) a TWE of 5, or 237 on the computer-based
internet-based test; or test; or
++ IELTS overall band of 6 with no sub-score below 5.5; or ++ 90 on the internet-based test with a minimum of 20 in writing; or
++ CAE grade C; or ++ IELTS overall band of 6.5, no sub-score below 6; or
++ a minimum of three ratings of 4 and one rating of 3 in the Victoria ++ CAE grade B; or
University English Proficiency Programme test – see the Victoria ++ a minimum of two ratings of 5 and two ratings of 4 in the Victoria
International Prospectus, page 12. University English Proficiency Programme test – see the Victoria
International Prospectus, page 12.
Academic requirements
See qualifications for entry table on page 3. Academic requirements
Academic entry requirements for Victoria’s postgraduate programmes
If you have studied a university foundation programme outside of New
vary. You will need to have successfully completed a New Zealand
Zealand, it must be recognised by Victoria and you will need to have
Bachelor’s degree or its overseas equivalent from a recognised tertiary
successfully completed the programme with at least a 75% average or
institution; and, for some programmes, evidence of relevant work/
equivalent. Applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
research experience may be necessary.
Academic Credit Transfer/Exemptions In general, for applicants who have a Bachelor’s degree graded in a GPA
Undergraduate applicants who already have a tertiary-level qualification system, the GPA should be at least 3.0 out of 4.0. For applicants
or even part of one may be eligible for academic credit transfer and/or with a Bachelor’s degree graded in the British system, including India,
exemptions from required courses at Victoria. Please note that academic the Bachelor’s degree must be in the first or upper second class. Please
credit transfer and exemptions are not applicable for postgraduate note some programmes may require a higher entry requirement.
applications. In addition to this application, applicants should include:
The assessment process usually takes up to six weeks, so you are ++ Graduation certificates and full academic transcripts.
strongly encouraged to apply for this with your initial International ++ Official outlines for most of the advanced courses completed in
Student Application to study at Victoria. Bachelors degree, where available.
++ Two Academic References.
Academic credit transfer recognises previous study at another ++ Your Curriculum Vitae.
recognised institution and adds university points (credit) to a degree at ++ A study plan or research proposal.
Victoria University. Credit transfer can make a difference to the number
of courses required to complete a degree. In some cases, it may be
possible to complete a degree in two years, instead of three. IMPORTANT noteS for all students
Any student who has more than the minimum entrance requirements for Academic and English language requirements
an undergraduate degree can apply for credit transfer on their The above are the minimum English language and academic
application form. Full official documentation from previous studies must requirements for admission to Victoria University of
be provided, including an original academic transcript, signed and dated Wellington.
by the issuing institution, or a certified copy of the original. Detailed Where places on a degree programme are limited, higher entry
course descriptions of previous study are also required. requirements may be applied at the discretion of the
If you have already completed a course that is equivalent to one that is University.
required at Victoria for a prerequisite, major or degree, you can apply for English language requirements
an exemption so that you do not have to take it again. ++ When you apply for admission at Victoria, please provide a
An exemption does not necessarily carry credit or points. To apply, copy of your latest IELTS or TOEFL test score if available.
please include detailed course descriptions of previous study with your Note that test results are only valid for two years.
application form.
++ You may be exempt from the English language requirements
if your previous studies were undertaken in a native English
speaking country. However, this still may not guarantee
entry to the University without an IELTS or TOEFL test score.
++ Teaching degree programmes require a minimum IELTS
overall band of 7.0 with no subscore below 7.0.

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Minimum Academic requirements for UNDERGRADUATE Admission

New Zealand Entry from NCEA. At least 42 credits at level 3 or higher. Iran Iranian High School Diploma Grade 15 or higher, plus one
This must include at least 14 credits at level 3 or higher, in year of study at a recognised institution*
each of two subjects from the approved subject list, PLUS Japan Completion of the High School Diploma with an average of
a further 14 credits at level 3 or higher taken from no more 3.5 or better
than two additional domains or approved subjects, AND
Kiribati Successful completion of the South Pacific Form Seven
Numeracy: At least 14 credits at level 1 or higher in Maths or
- Certificate and achieve three or more B grades.
Pangarau on the National Qualifications Framework. AND
Literacy: At least 8 credits at level 2 or higher in English or Korea At least 80% in the Korean University entrance examination
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Te Reo Maori; 4 credits must be in reading and 4 in writing OR High School Diploma plus one year of successful study at
a recognised university*
Successful completion of the NZ Diploma in Business
OR successful completion of one year of full-time study Malaysia Three passes in STPM exam at C or better OR A maximum
toward the NZ Diploma in Business with a B- average score of 18 points over 6 academic subjects in the UEC
OR Three Advanced Level passes at grade C or better,
Successful completion of the Victoria University of
OR Successful completion of an Australian Matriculation
Wellington Foundation Programme OR Successful
programme with a Tertiary Entrance Rank of at least 80
completion of a New Zealand university foundation
OR Successful completion of a Canadian Matriculation
programme – for grade requirements contact the
programme with an average of 65% across six subjects in
Admissions team
Grade 12 OR Achievement of the International Baccalaureate
Successful completion of a diploma rated Level 4 or higher Diploma
by NZQA and taught by a New Zealand polytechnic or To fulfil the English language requirements: STPM English
university grade of B or higher; SPM English grade of A1 OR A2A+, A
OR Successful completion of one year of full-time study or A-; UEC English grade of B4 or higher
towards such a diploma, with at least a B- average
Nepal Bachelor degree with upper second division
Australia Completion of Year 12 with a Tertiary Entrance Rank of at
Netherlands VWO Gymnasium A or B
least 80
Norway Vitnemål fra den Videregående. A grade of 4 or higher in
Bangladesh Higher Secondary or Intermediate Certificate with
English fulfils the English language requirement
a minimum score of 700, plus one year of study at a
recognised institution* Pakistan One year of Bachelor’s study at a recognised institution*
Brazil Successful completion of one year of tertiary study at a Philippines At least two years’ study at a recognised university* with an
recognised university* average grade of at least B-/2.0
Canada Average of 65% across six subjects (including English) in Samoa Eight passes in the University Preparatory Year (UPY) with
the Grade 12 High School Diploma – requirements may a B average including Foundation English 2 (minimum C1
vary from Province to Province. Ontario Secondary School pass)
Diploma with a minimum average of 65% in six subjects in Saudi Arabia Successful completion of one year of Bachelor’s study at a
Grade 12 recognised university
China PRC Senior High School Graduation minimum 75%, plus one OR Successful completion of a two- or three-year Diploma
year of Bachelor’s study at a recognised institution* from a recognised tertiary institution
OR Successful completion of a two-or-three year diploma Singapore Three H2 Level passes at grade C or better OR
from a recognised institution* 18 points where A=10, B=8, C=6 etc
Denmark Successful completion of Studentereksamen or Højere Sri Lanka Three Advanced Level passes at grade C or better
Forberedelseseksamen Sweden Successful completion of Avgångsbetyg, or Slutbetyg from a
Fiji A score of 250 or higher in the Fiji 7th Form Certificate with Gymnasium.
passes in 4 subjects. A Slutbetyg grade of 4 – VG in English fulfils the English
OR Seven passes in the University of the South Pacific language requirement
Foundation year with a minimum of C in Communication Taiwan B+ average in the Senior High School Diploma, plus one year
Finland Certificate of Matriculation plus the Upper Secondary of study from a recognised institution*
School Certificate – a grade of 8 or better in English in the Thailand M6 with a GPA of 3.2 or higher OR one year of study from a
Certificate fulfils the English language requirement recognised institution* with a GPA of 2.5 or higher
France Baccalauréat United Kingdom Three Advanced Level passes at grade C or better
Germany Abitur/Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife USA High School Diploma plus SAT score higher than 1650 with
Hong Kong Three Hong Kong Advanced Level passes at grade C or at least 500 in each of ‘critical reading’, ‘math’ and ‘writing’
higher OR An ACT score of 24 or higher
India At least a 75% average in Year 12 CBSE, HSC, or ISC. A grade Vietnam Tot nghiep pho thong or ‘Universal Graduation’ with a Grade
of 65% in English fulfils the English language requirement of Kha or ‘Good’ (7+ out of 10), plus one year’s successful
Indonesia SMU 3 with a Grade Point Average of 7.0 and one year of study at a recognised post-secondary institution* OR Gain 8
study at a recognised institution* out of 10 or higher in the Universal Graduation
OR SMU 3 with a Grade Point Average of 8.0 or higher
International Baccalaureate *To find out if yours is a “recognised institution”, contact Victoria
Achievement of the Diploma International Admissions at http://victoria-help.custhelp.com
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Policies to protect you
Code of Practice date on which residency is granted. A Student’s residency status is effective
from the date on which residency is granted as shown in their passport.
The Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students (The 1.5 A Student enrolled in CertEngProf who provides written notice of withdrawal
Code) published by the Ministry of Education is a policy specially designed within two weeks of beginning on the programme shall receive a two-thirds
for international students. It sets the standards of advice and care that refund of the total tuition fees. A full refund of fees is only given when a
must be given by an institution to an international student. Victoria Student withdraws before the programme begins.
University of Wellington has agreed to observe and be bound by The Code. 1.6 A student enrolled in a PhD or Masters by Thesis for six or twelve months, who
gives written notice of withdrawal from enrolment within four weeks of having
Copies of The Code are available on request from Victoria International or been enrolled, shall cease to be liable for the fees associated with that course.
from the New Zealand Ministry of Education website 1.7 A student who gives written notice of withdrawal from a supervised individual
www.minedu.govt.nz/goto/international research paper/project, practicum, dissertation or similar course within four
weeks of the start date for that course shall cease to be liable for the fees of
Students or parents of students who feel an area of The Code has been
that course.
breached should document the breach in writing to the Pro Vice-
1.8 Victoria University may approve partial or full refunds in exceptional
Chancellor, International, who will take all steps to ensure that the
circumstances. Refunds will be subject to receipt of a written request setting
grievance is settled. If a favorable result is not reached, the case will be out the full circumstances.
referred to the International Education Appeal Authority (IEAA). The 1.9 Refunds of fee payments derived from a Contract will be credited back to the
University agrees to be bound by the IEAA procedures and will offer any organisation that has set up the contract with the University. Refunds will not
information and cooperate with the board while they investigate a be made to students if there are fees remaining to be paid for their current
complaint. Students have the right to information about progress and academic year.
decisions regarding their complaint as well as translation services if 1.10 Students receiving Federal Loans from the US Government for payment of their
necessary to ensure adequate comprehension. study at Victoria University are subject to special withdrawal and refund
procedures and policies. Specifics are available from Victoria International.
Fees, Levies and Charges 1.11 Subject to clauses 1.3 to 1.8, all refunds will be paid by cheque or bank transfer
(on production of appropriate photo ID).
International students (‘Students’) are required to pay a tuition fee for 2. Full Refunds
each course in which they are enrolled, course material charges, VUWSA 2.1 Full refunds will be made pursuant to the relevant clauses of the Fees Statute
subscription and student services levy, amenities levy, student assistance and in the following circumstances:
levy, and other administrative charges (‘Fees’). A small number of courses a) The Student is unable to take up the offer of admission;
have an Overseas Travel Component as additional costs. For more b) Immigration New Zealand has refused a Student a visa for study in
New Zealand;
information on these charges see the Victoria University Fees Statute
c) A Student’s application for a visa extension is refused by the Immigration
(‘the Fees Statute’). Please refer to the most recent Fees Statute at New Zealand; or
www.victoria.ac.nz/home/about/policy/academic.aspx d) Victoria University is unable to proceed with the course(s) offered.
Any programme or course offered by the University and listed in its 2.2 If a Student completely withdraws or temporarily ceases studying at Victoria
Calendar may be cancelled by the University as a result of insufficient University and seeks a refund, they will be required to provide proof that they
no longer hold a Victoria University student visa before their refund will be
resources or student demand. The Vice-Chancellor concedes that Victoria
actioned.
University has the financial resources available to refund fees to students
enrolled in any cancelled programme. If a course is unable to proceed due
to destruction or damage to buildings, plant and equipment and other
Withdrawal from Courses
tangible assets, fees will be refunded to the students affected. In this case A student must give written notice of a course withdrawal to the Faculty
the fees refund will be covered by the University’s Industrial Special Risks Office within the deadlines stated in the Fees Statute to receive full or
Policy and be classified as a consequential loss. partial refund of the tuition fees. Non‑payment of fees, ceasing to attend,
or verbally advising a member of staff will not be accepted as notice of
Refund Statement withdrawal. For further details, see the most recent Fees Statute at
1. Refunds www.victoria.ac.nz/home/about/policy/academic.aspx
Refunds of Fees to Students are made in accordance with the current Fees
Statute www.victoria.ac.nz/home/about/policy/academic.aspx Grievance Procedures
Refunds for International Students are only processed once the Student has
Victoria University seeks to provide a learning environment designed to
applied to the Fees Coordinator in writing.
help students achieve their full potential, and has procedures in place to
1.1 A Student is entitled to a full refund of all money that remains in their account
after enrolment. This refund will be granted provided the Student has paid
ensure decisions affecting a student’s learning and progress are fair.
their Fees in full and holds a valid student visa for the period of study. The Students, who feel that they have not been treated fairly at the University,
monies will be paid directly to the Student. should take note of the Statute on Academic Grievances – see
1.2 An International Student who withdraws from the University and transfers to www.victoria.ac.nz/home/about/policy/academic.aspx
another institution must inform Victoria International and their Fees
Any international student who has a grievance against the University in
Coordinator in writing and provide copies of their new Offer documents. Any
refund of fees will be sent directly to the relevant institution less an any capacity should contact a Victoria International staff member.
International Transfer Fee prescribed in the Fees Statute. If the grievance cannot be solved, Victoria International will refer the case
1.3 A Student enrolled in a trimester-based programme who obtains a residency to an appropriate area of the University.
permit during the course of their study will be considered an international If the outcome of this procedure is unsatisfactory, a Student can contact
student for the trimester in which residency is granted, unless the residency is
the International Education Appeal Authority, phone +64-9-632 9513,
granted within the dates prescribed in the Fees Statute. The Student will be
treated as a domestic student from the following trimester. email infor.ieaa@minedu.govt.nz
1.4 A Student who is not enrolled in a trimester-based programme and who obtains Please note that all policies are subject to change, so please refer to
a residency permit will be given a refund (pro rated) from the week after the www.victoria.ac.nz/international/services/policies.aspx
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international student APPlication Form
This application form is to be used by all international students applying to study for a degree programme at Victoria, with the single exception of the PhD.
There is a completely separate application process for PhD applicants, managed by the Faculty of Graduate Research – see www.victoria.ac.nz/fgr
ALL sections must be completed. Please print clearly in block letters using a pen. Enclose one set of supporting documents with this application – all
documents must be originals or certified copies. This application will not be processed unless full documentation is attached.
Please mail your completed form – faxed copies are NOT accepted.
Submission Details Nationality (as shown on student passport)
This application is submitted by

REPRESENTATIVE’S Are you also a New Zealand citizen/Permanent Resident? Yes No
Self (direct applicant)
STAMP
Representative Student Telephone
E-mail Address for Correspondence (representative or student) Student E-Mail Address (if not already given above)
Postal Address for Correspondence (representative or student) Disability support questions

*Please note that we cannot courier/FedEx to PO Box numbers. Do you have a disability, impairment, long-term
If a PO Box number is provided this may delay postage time. injury or chronic medical condition? Yes No
Are you deaf? Yes No
Most support is free for international students, but you may have to pay
for specific support or services.
Proficiency in English
Student Personal Details To study at Victoria you MUST be proficient in English.
For details of requirements, see www.victoria-international.ac.nz
Family Name (as shown on student passport) Documentary evidence of the following information is required
with this application.
English was the language of instruction in previous studies
Given Name(s) (as shown on student passport)
completed in a native English speaking country.
I will study/am studying in the VUW EPP (English Proficiency Programme)
Gender Male Female I will sit/have sat an English proficiency test (IELTS or TOEFL)
Date of birth (D D / M M / Y Y) Date taken/to be taken
Student Postal Address (see note above*)

English test name
Results (if known)
Preferred programme of study at Victoria (in order of preference)

What degree/qualification is this application for?
Degree/Qualification Major(s)
1st Choice:
2nd Choice:
Postgraduate Research Applicants

Please attach a statement detailing your proposed area of research, a research proposal (3-5 pages), research experience and publications. You may be
required to submit a more detailed application at a later date. Please advise if you have contacted an academic staff member regarding your proposed study.
When do you intend to begin your studies at Victoria? February July November (postgraduate only) Year
What is your intended career?
Do you think your chosen qualification will help you fulfil this career aspiration? YES NO
Contents
Qualifications and Academic Records

Please provide details and official documentation of your academic results for all university qualifications, both complete and incomplete.
Important: only provide details of qualifications for which you can provide full documentation.
Pre-university study
Name of Qualification Institution and country Date commenced Date completed
Undergraduate
Postgraduate
Results pending?
Are you CURRENTLY awaiting results of any studies undertaken this year?
NO
YES – Please indicate below when these results will be available
Degree/Qualification Institution and country Date results available
Credit transfer (undergraduate applicants only)

Are you seeking credit transfer?
YES – Please provide full official or certified academic transcripts and course descriptions for all tertiary study. If you are awaiting results,
please provide these documents as soon as possible. Credit transfer guidelines are found at www.victoria-international.ac.nz
NO
Relevant work history/experience

If you have work experience relevant to this application, please supply details in a separate sheet
(work experience is not taken into account for admission to undergraduate programmes).
I have included Declaration and signature

Certified copy of passport personal details I acknowledge that Victoria University of Wellington cannot be held liable for any costs associated with any medical expenses
incurred by me at any time.
Evidence of my English proficiency (where required) I supply the information on this form and in support of this application on the understanding:
Official documentation of my academic results a. that it may be used for purposes relating to my enrolment as a student by members of the academic and administrative
Certified copies are preferred. Originals will only be returned where specifically staff of Victoria University of Wellington;
requested at the time they are submitted. b. that it may be used for purposes external to the University when it is in statistical form or when it is not to my disadvantage
for this to be done, and also where disclosure is required to comply with the provisions of the Privacy Act 1993;
IMPORTANT: Documents submitted with this application must be originals c. that I have the right to see and correct if necessary the information I have provided;
or certified true copies of the originals, translated into English if necessary. d. that my application can not proceed without my consent to the foregoing conditions.
Any certified documents submitted must be certified by the institution that issued the e. I have read and understood the Victoria University of Wellington Refund Policy.
documents or by an official notary and must bear the official stamp of the person or
I declare that all the information submitted on this application form and in the attached documents is correct and complete.
institution. Photocopies or facsimiles of documents are not acceptable.
I understand that Victoria University of Wellington reserves the right to vary or reverse any decision regarding admission or
The submission of fraudulent or forged documentation in support of this application enrolment made on the basis of incorrect or incomplete information.
will automatically disqualify a student from enrolment. Victoria University of
I acknowledge that if I provide incorrect or incomplete information this may result in the cancellation of my offer and/or my
Wellington reserves the right to inform all other New Zealand Universities of such
enrolment. I understand that it is my responsibility to provide all necessary documentary evidence of my qualifications and
cases, including the student’s name and date of birth.
experience. I authorise the University to obtain further information wherever necessary.
Immigration New Zealand and the Police will also be informed. The submission of
I am aware of the tuition and living costs associated with studying in the course and I am able to meet all expenses for the
enrolment application documentation with this University denotes acceptance of these
duration of my study. I understand that if I am unable to meet these costs, the University and the New Zealand Government will
terms and constitutes consent to disclosure for the purposes of Privacy Principle 11 set
not be expected to help me.
out in the Privacy Act 1993
I authorise Immigration New Zealand and the Department of Labour to provide Victoria University with any personal details
IMPORTANT NOTE | Where places on a degree programme are limited, higher entry
regarding my immigration status, including any information that I have submitted to Immigration New Zealand in the course of
requirements may be applied at the discretion of Victoria University of Wellington.
any visa or permit application.
Please return this form and all certified/attested documentation to: I further agree that Victoria University of Wellington may supply my personal information to Immigration New Zealand and the
Department of Labour where Victoria University consider the information relevant to my Immigration status.
Victoria University of Wellington
Level 2, Rutherford House, Pipitea Campus Student Signature Date
23 Lambton Quay
PO Box 600
Wellington, New Zealand

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victoria university of wellington • new zealand

INTERNATIONAL PROSPECTUS 2011

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Victoria University has seven

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Rutherford House, Pipitea campus

Victoria University campuses

exceptional scholarship connect.

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An easy, safe place to live

Wellington activities and events:

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Welcome to New Zealand

In a Victoria undergraduate degree, teaching is

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Standard pathway for degrees at Victoria

Bachelor’s Degree1 with insufficient background for

1 1. There are also four-year professional Bachelor’s degree

Postgraduate Degrees Postgraduate Diploma: A one-year programme appropriate undergraduate degree.

Enhance your degree

Through Victoria’s extra-curricular and exchange

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Exchange Partner Institutions

“Being a part of VILP and Vic OE is something

Argentina Germany Poland

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At Victoria’s Joint Programme campus, Ho Chi Minh City

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Preparation for University Study

Foundation Studies Programme students at the Karori campus

Foundation Studies Programme

Building Science Bachelor of Building Science 3

high-tech facilities, making it one of the Culture+Context Bachelor of Design Innovation 3

Industrial Design Bachelor of Design Innovation 3

Interior Architecture Bachelor of Architectural Studies 3

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“People are friendly, the coffee is

Stacey Tampi I chose to study Landscape Architecture at

The Faculty of Commerce and Administration Commerce and Administration qualifications

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International Business CIMA – Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (UK)

3. Following a BCA(Hons) or equivalent

Primary + Secondary Teacher Education Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching2 4

Postgraduate Education Bachelor of Arts (Hons) 1

1. One year = two trimesters

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“With the arts and culture, Wellington

Karen Clothier I wanted to get out and see a different country

project work, and includes management Engineering and Software Engineering. It

Electronic and Computer Systems/ Bachelor of Science 3

Network Engineering Bachelor of Engineering 4

Software Engineering Bachelor of Engineering 4

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“New Zealand is a peaceful country

Rodrigo Gomez Segura I came to Victoria for two reasons. Firstly,

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