Why choose Victoria
At Victoria, you’ll be pushed to think independently and inspired to succeed. Be part of our diverse and friendly community in the thriving capital. Let our students tell you what sets Victoria apart.
Know your next move
Know your next move
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Course planning appointments
If you need help deciding what degree might be right for you, or what courses to take, book a course planning session with us.
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Book a campus tour
Get a taste of what life at Victoria is like—book a campus tour and check out our student accommodation while you are here.
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School visits
We're visiting schools throughout the year. For your introduction to Victoria, find out when we're in your region.
Living in Wellington
In these profiles, discover the inspiring stories behind our researchers' ground-breaking work meeting local, national and global challenges, the impact it is having, what drives them, and how they came to be a researcher in the first place.
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Meet our students
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Doing the BA Internship at Te Papa made me see how I could put my arts papers into practice through real life work experience.
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Design has given me a different perspective. It’s challenged my thinking and I’ve learnt to form my own opinions and creative ideas.
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You're surrounded by people who are encouraging and inspiring you to think deeply and outside of yourself.
Enjoy student life
In these profiles, discover the inspiring stories behind our researchers' ground-breaking work meeting local, national and global challenges, the impact it is having, what drives them, and how they came to be a researcher in the first place.
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Let our students do the thinking for you this summer
Each year, Victoria partners with companies, government agencies and professional groups to provide 10-week research placements for some of its top performing students, while also helping organisations tackle projects they don’t have the resources to do themselves.
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Our national and global rankings
We are New Zealand's top ranked university for research quality and consistently rank among the world’s best universities.
Victoria at a glance