Global

We work in partnership with universities and organisations around the world for the benefit of students, researchers, and communities.

At a glance

3,700

international students from 139 countries at our university.

1,510

international institutions collaborating with us.

140+

student exchange partnerships with overseas universities.

International research partnerships

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New lymphoma drug

Our 20-year research collaboration with New York’s Albert Einstein College of Medicine has led to the creation of a new therapy for hard-to-treat lymphomas.
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Rethinking methane

Our Climate Change Research Institute is working on methane policy with some top European research institutions including the University of Oxford.
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4D printing

A new 4D research laboratory is being set up in a partnership between the School of Design and world-leaders in 3D printing technology, Stratasys.
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Centres of Asia–Pacific Excellence

The Centres of Asia–Pacific Excellence (CAPEs) bring many organisations together to build and enhance New Zealanders’ economic engagement and cultural understanding of the Asia–Pacific region.

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Partner programmes

We partner with more than 160 agencies and other tertiary institutions around the world to create international study opportunities for students. Discover more about partnerships for joint degrees, student exchanges, and student sponsorship.

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Hla Mynt Thu

I chose to study at Victoria University of Wellington for my Master of Public Management as their School of Government is well-known for its close relationships with government and the state sector.

Hla Mynt Thu

New Zealand Scholarship student

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Global engagement stories

Capital City Universities Initiative

The Capital City Universities Initiative brings together academics from prestigious universities in national capitals to explore the opportunities we share through our location and close connections with government.

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