Victoria University Of Wellington International Application Form

Follow these steps to apply for a degree, pathway programme, or Study Abroad and Exchange programme.

Applying during COVID-19

We are still processing study applications during the COVID-19 pandemic, however we are unable to receive couriered or posted applications or documents at this time.

If you are unable to apply online (for undergraduate study only), you can apply using an approved education agent or contact us and tell us your nationality, programme of interest, and previous place of study. We will then let you know the best way to submit an application.

1. Find out about your chosen programme

For PhD study, you must apply through the Wellington Faculty of Graduate Research.

Before you start your application, make sure you:

check you meet the entry requirements
check the application and start dates
check your fees and costs.

You will find this information on your degree or programme page.

If you are applying as a New Zealand secondary school student, find out how to apply.

Apply by our application deadlines to make sure you have enough time to apply for a student visa and accommodation before you travel to New Zealand.

If you don’t meet the entry requirements

At Victoria University of Wellington, we are here to help you meet your study goals. If you don’t meet the entry requirements for:

English language: you can apply for our English Proficiency Programme (EPP)
undergraduate study: you can apply for our Foundation Studies programme
postgraduate study: you can talk to us. We can help you build a pathway to your degree.

2. Prepare your documentation

You will need to show us proof that you meet the entry requirements of your chosen programme.

When you apply, you need to provide certified copies of your original documents. If your documents aren’t in English, you’ll also need to provide certified translations.

3. Apply

Now that you are ready to apply, find your degree or programme:

You will find the application form, and instructions for applying and submitting your form, on your degree or programme page. Make sure you read the terms and conditions when you apply.

What happens next

Wait for confirmation

We’ll send you an email to confirm we have received your application. We’ll then email you to confirm whether your application is successful, usually within a week (undergraduate) or three to four weeks (postgraduate).

Accept your Offer

If you are accepted to study at Victoria University of Wellington, we’ll email you an Offer of Place letter. This guarantees your entry into your chosen degree or programme, once you have met any conditions of your Offer. You can accept your Offer online.

Preparing to study

Once you have an Offer of Place, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about preparing for your studies.

Find out more about how to get ready to study.