About us

Recognised in 1897, Victoria University of Wellington is one of the oldest tertiary institutions in New Zealand, known for its excellent global researches. Hosting over 4000 international students from more than 100 countries, the university has 3 campuses across Wellington city, with the main campus based in Kelburn, NZ, and the rest two named Pipitea and TeAro, providing world-class academic, residential, and recreational features, and the best hands-on learning environment through its 40 research institutes and learning centres. Ranked #215 in QS World University Rankings 2020, the university is one of the top 250 universities in the world, considered among the top 2% of universities worldwide. The university ranks first in New Zealand for its research intensity and holds the privilege of being one of only 12 universities in the world, possessing a 5-star rating in QS Stars Rating of Excellence 2019 for its research, employability, teaching, internationalisation, and culture. The university is also among the top 100 universities in the world for 19 of its subjects offered, and with its global industry associations, the students are benefitted from many scholarship opportunities, student exchange programs, study abroad programs, and internships, thus having the best of the experiences pursuing their international career.