Allow your Māori values and principles to guide you through your studies. Don’t change who you are. Share what you learn with your iwi, hapū, and whānau. This will motivate and inspire you and your whānau while you are studying.

Whatarangi Winiata (Ngāti Raukawa, Ngāti Toa Rangatira)

Senior mentor and student, Master of Architecture (Professional)

Nau mai, haere mai—Welcome

Explore what to study, and find out how to get started as a new student at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.

What to study Get started
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Tautoko—Support

There are lots of people to help you during your studies, including the Āwhina support team, learning and library advisers, and student-led groups.

Āwhina All support

Ako—Studying

Find out about study wānanga, library support, study spaces, and everything you need for success.

Guide Spaces
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Ngā karahipi—Scholarships

You can find funding for your studies in the form of scholarships and grants, including via the Taihonoa programme.

Scholarships Taihonoa

Hauora—Wellbeing

A key to your success is maintaining a healthy mind and body. Find out about the services here to help, including medical and counselling, clubs and societies, and our recreation centre.

Find out more
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A piece of advice I wish I had been told when starting my university journey is that finding the right study/work/life balance is just as important as the courses you choose.

Dr Liana McDonald (Ngāti Kuia, Rangitāne o Wairau)

Senior lecturer in Sociology