New graduates

You’re now part of our global alumni community—discover more about what that means and how to get involved and stay connected.

Build your network

Join the University's LinkedIn group and kick-start your professional network with more than 7,000 connections.

Joining fees

Everyone who graduates from Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington with a degree, diploma, or certificate automatically becomes part of our alumni community. There are no fees to pay or membership forms to complete.

Graduation photos

Looking for graduation photos? If you're after your formal graduation photo, taken by Woolf Photography during your graduation ceremony, visit the Woolf Photography website.

You can also find photos of the graduation parades on Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington alumni Facebook page.

Graduate destination survey

Have your say about your Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington study experience by participating in the annual graduate destination survey. Wherever you’ve landed after graduation, sharing your experiences helps us improve our services and gives current and future students insights into possible career paths. You’ll be invited to take part in the survey approximately 15 months after completing your studies.

Job hunting support

The Careers and Employment team provides a range of services for recent graduates to help you launch into your career with confidence. Connect in person or visit their Online Career Centre for tools and tasks to help you prepare for job hunting, interviewing and hitting the ground running at work. You can also find out more about different industries and roles as you consider what roles to apply for.

What do alumni do?

Learn about the careers undertaken by graduates and read alumni career profiles.

Moving overseas?

Wherever you’re heading, you won’t be far from a fellow graduate. Regional ambassadors and coordinators are growing connections for alumni around the world.

Keep in touch

Ensure your contact details are up to date to attend events, join networking functions, receive University news, enter our competitions and much more.

Exclusive benefits

Discover the lifelong benefits on offer to you—from library access to book discounts and career-building opportunities.

Verify your qualification

If you finished your qualification before July 2018 or require a transcript before completion, you can order a digital or hard copy of your academic transcript.

Lifelong learning

There's no need to stop learning following graduation. Keep expanding your knowledge in a range of ways through the University.