Research policies
These policies and statutes govern the conduct of research at Victoria University of Wellington.
Animal Ethics Policy
This policy ensures that the University complies with the code when using live animals for teaching and research. View PDF
Contract for Services Policy
This policy sets the procedures to determine the nature of engagement, and the subsequent relationship, between the University and its contractors. Effective from: June 2010View PDF
Dealing with Sexually-Explicit Material (SEM) Procedure
A primary focus of this procedure is to clarify steps that will be taken when SEM is imported to or made available on the University’s IT systems. Effective from: June 2009View PDF
Diving and Boating Procedure
The purpose of this Procedure is to ensure that teaching and research-related operations that involve diving and boating comply with statutory obligations. Effective from: January 2022View PDF
Doctoral Regulations: for PhD and other Doctorates with Theses
These regulations govern the admission, enrolment, registration, supervision and examination of candidates for the PhD and other doctoral degrees with theses. Effective from: March 2020View PDF
Editorial Advice Policy
This policy sets out acceptable limits to the practice of giving editorial advice on, and proof-reading of, Masters and PhD theses. Effective from: January 2016View PDF
Guideline for enrolment of international PhD students who are offshore
Guidance on the special conditions of enrolment that pertain to international doctoral students who wish to undertake a doctorate outside New Zealand. Effective from: May 2023View PDF
Guidelines on cotutelle degrees and other doctoral study overseas
Guidance on doctoral degrees where the student spends a substantial period overseas, including guidance on arrangements for cotutelle doctoral degrees. View PDF
Higher Doctorate Regulations
These regulations govern qualifications, application, admission and examination procedures and the process for awarding Higher Doctorates. Effective from: June 2019View PDF
Higher Doctorates Guidelines for Applicants and Examiners
These guidelines provide additional information about the application and examination process for a Higher Doctorate. Effective from: October 2014View PDF
Higher Doctorates Statute
see Higher Doctorate Regulations
Human Ethics Policy
This policy ensures all University research and relevant teaching activities involving human participants conform to ethical standards. Effective from: April 2018View PDF
Human Ethics Policy Guidelines
These Guidelines provide detailed information on the conduct of ethical research at the University. View PDF
Intellectual Property Policy
The purpose of this policy is to address issues related to ownership, benefit sharing and management of intellectual property. Effective from: July 2013View PDF
Management of External Research Consultancy and Related Contracts Policy
This policy deals with the organisation and administration of ERCI, the costing and pricing of research and consultancy, and the distribution of the income. Effective from: July 2013View PDF
Master's Thesis Policy
see Master’s Thesis Regulations
Master’s Thesis Regulations
This regulation states the University’s position on the enrolment, supervision, and examination of candidates for Master’s theses worth 90 points or more. Effective from: October 2021View PDF
Minimum Value of Privately Funded Prizes and Scholarships Guidelines
These guidelines set the minimum value of prizes and scholarships for the University and ensure that the value of the prize or scholarship is meaningful. Effective from: August 2009View PDF
Open Access Guidelines
The purpose of these guidelines is to assist in compliance with the University's Open Access Policy. Effective from: December 2020View PDF
Open Access Policy
This policy provides details on the open dissemination of our scholarly research output—online, world-wide, and free of charge. Effective from: December 2020View PDF
Recognition of Authorship Policy
The purpose of this policy is to ensure that all contributing or participating authors receive appropriate recognition for their work. Effective from: November 2016View PDF
Research Policy
This policy sets the framework to develop and implement research policy at the University, affecting staff research obligations and graduate research support. Effective from: December 2016View PDF
Scholarships Policy - Externally Funded
This policy sets the guidelines to awarding externally funded scholarships. Effective from: July 2013View PDF
Scholarships Policy - Internally Funded
This policy sets the guidelines for awarding internally funded scholarships. Effective from: November 2021View PDF
Setting up a Postgraduate Scholarship Guidelines
This provides guidance to staff prior to setting up a new postgraduate scholarship regarding the nature of postgraduate scholarship support at the University. Effective from: March 2010View PDF
Withholding of Theses Procedures
This procedure allows a thesis to be withheld for a limited period, where harm could arise through situations such as disclosure of sensitive information. Effective from: August 2011View PDF