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Victoria University of Wellington
Kelburn Campus, Kelburn, Wellington New Zealand
# 244QS World University Rankings
15Undergraduate programs
81Postgraduate programs
5+QS stars
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Find my courseAbout Victoria University of Wellington
Victoria University of Wellington, full name Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, consistently ranks among the world’s best universities.
Victoria University of Wellington is home to 22,000 students, including over 3,000 international students from more than 100 countries. The University aims to produce graduates whose learning has been developed inside and outside the classroom, experientially, and informed by a global perspective.
The University offers nearly 200 programmes in the areas of Architecture and Design Innovation, Business and Government, Education, Engineering, Health, Humanities and Social Sciences, Law, and Science. Additionally, the University is home to more than 40 research centres and institutes, including the Antarctic Research Centre and the Centre for Data Science and AI.
The University’s central location gives students access to diverse national organisations in the areas of business, culture and heritage, government, and politics, the arts and filmmaking industries, and science and technology communities. Wellington is a compact city where students can easily explore nature trails, beaches, galleries, museums, and events. It is multicultural, safe, friendly, and has a reputation for great food and coffee—it regularly ranks as one of the world’s most liveable cities.
About Victoria University of Wellington
Victoria University of Wellington, full name Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, consistently ranks among the world’s best universities.
Victoria University of Wellington is home to 22,000 students, including over 3,000 international students from more than 100 countries. The University aims to produce graduates whose learning has been developed inside and outside the classroom, experientially, and informed by a global perspective.
The University offers nearly 200 programmes in the areas of Architecture and Design Innovation, Business and Government, Education, Engineering, Health, Humanities and Social Sciences, Law, and Science. Additionally, the University is home to more than 40 research centres and institutes, including the Antarctic Research Centre and the Centre for Data Science and AI.
The University’s central location gives students access to diverse national organisations in the areas of business, culture and heritage, government, and politics, the arts and filmmaking industries, and science and technology communities. Wellington is a compact city where students can easily explore nature trails, beaches, galleries, museums, and events. It is multicultural, safe, friendly, and has a reputation for great food and coffee—it regularly ranks as one of the world’s most liveable cities.
Available programs
Bachelor UG
Master PG
MBA
PHD
Students at our university find that here, living and learning are one. “The University has offered me plenty of opportunities—not only to help me pursue my dream career but also to build long-lasting friendships, give back to my community through volunteer work, attend events, and much more.” — Ula Earle, undergraduate student, 2024.
Students will discover countless opportunities to get involved during their time at Victoria University of Wellington. There are more than 140 clubs, societies, and sports to explore, while extracurricular programmes such as the free Wellington International Leadership Programme support students in developing their personal global citizenship skills.
Undergraduate programmes are taught in eight areas:
· Architecture and Design
· Business and Government
· Education
· Engineering
· Health
· Humanities and Social Sciences
· Law
· Science
Arts and Humanities (5)
Bachelor of Architectural Studies
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Design Innovation
Bachelor of Music
Engineering and Technology (5)
Bachelor of Building Science
Bachelor of Engineering with Honours
Life Sciences and Medicine (5)
Bachelor of Biomedical Science (BBmedSc)
Bachelor of Health
Bachelor of Midwifery (BMid)
Bachelor of Science
Others (5)
Bachelor of Engineering with Honors
Social Sciences and Management (5)
Bachelor of Commerce
Bachelor of Communication
Bachelor of Education ( Teaching) Early Childhood)
Bachelor of Laws
Victoria University of Wellington is ranked number one in New Zealand for research quality, according to the latest Performance-Based Research Fund evaluation . At our university, you’ll be part of a vibrant postgraduate community and have opportunities to work closely with expert staff and fellow students from around the globe.
We offer a range of postgraduate study options:
· Graduate Certificate
· Graduate Diploma
· Postgraduate Certificate
· Postgraduate Diploma
· Bachelor’s degrees with Honours
· Taught Master’s degrees
· Research Master’s degrees
· PhD
At Victoria University of Wellington, students will learn from academics who are among the best and brightest in their fields. More than 850 academics at the University are actively involved in research, and 66 percent of those are operating at the highest levels.
The University has more A-rated researchers in New Zealand’s main measure of research quality than any other New Zealand university in eight subject areas, including earth sciences, English language and literature, international relations, public policy, and political science.
Arts and Humanities (7)
Master of Architectural Science (MArchSc)
Master of Architecture (Professional)
Master of Arts (120 points)
Master of Arts (180 points)
Master of Climate Change Science and Policy (MCCSP)
Master of Clinical Immunology (MClinIm)
Master of Communication
Master of Design Innovation (MDI)
Master of Fine Arts (Creative Practice) – MFA (CP)
Master of Indigenous Studies (MIndS)
Master of Interior Architecture
Master of Interior Architecture (MIA)
Master of Interior Architecture (MIA)
Master of Landscape Architecture
Master of Landscape Architecture
Master of Museum and Heritage Studies (MMHP)
Master of Music Therapy (MMusTher)
Master of Musical Arts (MMA)
Master of Philosophy, Politics and Economics (MPPE)
Business and Management (7)
Master of Applied Finance - MBus(Prof)
Master of Commerce (Accounting)
Master of Commerce (Economics)
Master of Commerce (Finance)
Master of Commerce (Management)
Master of Commerce (Marketing)
Master of Global Management (MGBus)
Master of Global Marketing (MGBus)
Master of International Trade (MIntTr)
Master of Professional Accounting
Engineering and Technology (7)
Master of Computer Science (MCompSc)
Master of Engineering
Master of Engineering Practice (MEP)
Life Sciences and Medicine (7)
Master of Biomedical Science (MBmedSc)
Master of Conservation Biology (MConBio)
Master of Health (Health Leadership and Management) - MHlth
Master of Health (Health Policy, Planning and Service Delivery) - MHlth
Master of Health (Health Promotion) - MHlth
Master of Health (MHlth)
Master of Health (Midwifery) - MHlth
Master of Health (Nursing) - MHlth
Master of Health (Professional Practice) - MHlth
Master of Health (Workplace Health and Safety) - MHlth
Master of Health Research (MHR)
Master of Nursing Science (MNS)
Natural Sciences (7)
Master of Environmental Science (MEnvSc)
Master of Environmental Science (MEnvStud)
Master of Marine Conservation (MMarCon)
Master of Meteorology (MMet)
Master of Science by coursework and thesis (MSc)
Master of Science by thesis (MSc)
Master of Science in Society (MScSoc)
Others (7)
Master of Information Management
Master of Innovation and Commercialisation
Master of Music
Master of Professional Economics
Social Sciences and Management (7)
Master of Applied Statistics (MAppStat)
Master of Commerce (Human Resource Management and Employment Relations)
Master of Commerce (Information Systems)
Master of Development Studies (MDevStud)
Master of Drug Discovery and Development (MDDD)
Master of Education (MEd)
Master of Educational Psychology (MEdPsych)
Master of Information Studies
Master of International Relations
Master of Laws
Master of Migration Studies (MMigS)
Master of Political Science (MPols)
Master of Public Management (MPM)
Master of Public Policy (MPP)
Master of Secondary School Leadership (MSSL)
Master of Strategic Studies (MSS)
Master of Teaching and Learning (Primary) - MTchLrn(Primary)
Master of Teaching and Learning (Secondary) - MTchLrn(Secondary)
Master of Tourism Management (MTM)
Master of e-Government (MEGov)
Others (1)
Master of Business Administration
Arts and Humanities (3)
Doctor of Musical Arts – DMA
Life Sciences and Medicine (3)
Doctor of Health – DHlth
Doctor of Midwifery – DMid
Doctor of Nursing – DNurs
Social Sciences and Management (3)
Doctor of Education – EdD
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Rankings & ratings
Victoria University of Wellington is one of the top public universities in Kelburn, Wellington, New Zealand. It is ranked #244 in QS World University Rankings 2025.
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