Clubs directory
Search the clubs directory and find a student group, club or society that's right for you.
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ACT on Campus
To support the ACT Party and other organizations where deemed appropriate. To work to promote and support the ACT Party (ACT NZ) for more representation
AIESEC Victoria
We offer intense practical experience in many areas to complement your degree and career plans, while helping you to build up a network of global contacts.
ARISE Church
We are HUGE the uni students of ARISE Church. We’re on campus and in your hostel giving you a dose of fun and free stuff to make this year the best.
Actuarial Society
To hold network opportunities, study sessions, and host outside speakers for actuarial students.
African Students Association
We are a small group of students who meet and practice African language and culture.
Aikido
Aikido is a Japanese form of martial art, emphasising throws and the use of balance and momentum. It is a way of dealing with attack without counter-attacking.
American Students Association (NZAA)
A university subchapter of the NZAA that promotes mutual understanding and goodwill between the United States and New Zealand.
Amnesty International at Vic
Amnesty on Campus meets to discuss human rights and do a range of activities, including fundraising events, activism and raising awareness.
Ancient Theatre Society (VATS)
The Victoria Ancient Theatre Society is a student-run club comprising of staff and students.
Arts Society
To support and encourage students studying a Bachelor of Arts, as well as create a community environment.
Asian Law Students Association
The Asian Law Students Association was founded in 2014 to provide an increased support network, both educational and social for Asian law students.
Athletics
A running, track and field club for all students on campus.
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Badminton
We want to promote the sport of badminton by enabling students to play at an affordable price, so that students can join in the fun and keep fit.
Badminton - Post Grad & Staff
Badminton club for postgrad students and staff at Victoria University of Wellington.
Basketball
We encourage students of all abilities to try basketball, with social and competitive leagues during the year at the recreation centre.
Bellringing
Bellringing, 'the ultimate heavy metal band' is a skill for life. It offers a lifetime of, challenges, experiences and friendships.
Beta Alpha PSI (Victoria Chapter)
Beta Alpha Psi (BAP) is an honours organisation for students of Information systems, Finance and Accounting.
British Society
Social club intended to engage lovers of all things British.
Business Consulting Club
We facilitate competitions that provide students with skills applicable to real-life business scenarios.
Business and Investment Club (BIC)
We provide a network, events, and practical support for all students interested in business, entrepreneurship and investment.
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Cambodian Students Association (CamSA)
We provide support both socially and academically to all Cambodian students at Victoria University of Wellington.
Canoe Club
VUCC is a kayak and canoe club based at Victoria University of Wellington, but is open to everyone, students and non-students alike.
Capoeira Resistencia
Capoeira is a Brazilian martial art. Students learn elements of fight, dance, music and language, as well as getting a taste of Brazil’s cultural heritage.
Cheerleading
Cheerleading is an athletic sport mainly consisting of stunting (lifting and throwing people in the air), tumbling (doing flips) all in a 2.5 minute routine.
Chess Club
A club for social and competitive chess players
Chiasma Wellington
Chiasma Wellington is a national student-led organisation that fosters connections between University students and the science and technology industries in NZ
Chinese Students Association
We help with orientation, events, meetings/dinner nights, and other social events.
Christian Club
We are Christians who love to get together to enjoy God's Word and grow in Christ.
Christian Fellowship
Christian Union is a community of students being shaped by God’s word and passionately sharing the truth, love and hope of Jesus Christ on campus.
City on a Hill
We are a Faith based student club on campus with our base in Mount Victoria. Our aim is to gather students together to study the bible and enjoy life together.
Climate Clinic
Enabling law students to work on climate change issues. In particular climate injustice, intersectional approaches to climate solutions and the UNFCCC process.
Commonwealth Youth
An accessible network for young people to connect to other aspiring young leaders, and inspirational figures to nurture their goals and ambitions.
Conservation Biology
The conservation biology chapter provides local projects for students and staff and supports local community projects.
Cook Islands Students Association
The University’s Cook Islands Students Association aims to empower Aotearoa-based Cook Islands youth to become successful and caring individuals.
Cricket
Cricket teams/training for men and women players of all ages and abilities. We are committed to fostering cricketing excellence and a great social atmosphere.
Croquet
A game in which you drive wooden balls through a series of wickets. We offer social and competitive games and a friendly atmosphere for students and staff.
Cultural Cuisine
The purpose of Cultural Cuisine is to bring students together who have a mutual love of food.
Commerce Students Society
The Victoria University of Wellington Commerce Students’ Society (VicCom) is the representative body for Wellington School of Business and Government students.
Cycling Club
A road cycling club focusing on growing in the sport in a safe, fun and social environment.
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Dance Fusion
Offers classes developed from a huge range of contemporary dance styles and genres
Debating
We run internal debating grades that cater for novices and experienced debaters. We also take part in regional, national and international tournaments.
Disabled Students Association (CanDo at Vic)
CanDo at Vic is the representative group for students with disabilities at Victoria University of Wellington.
Dragon Boating
Welcome to the Victoria University of Wellington Dragon Boat team! We’re looking forward to a season of training and spectacular competition on the water and ho
Development Society
We are an open platform inviting people to be educated, motivated and challenged on international development, poverty, human rights and environmental issues.
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Education Society
Society for education students. Social and networking events related to the education sector.
Effective Altruism Wellington
Group to co-ordinate discussions, meetups and events related to the global Effective Altruism community.
EIARNAP (Education is a Right Not a Privilege)
EIARNAP (Education is a Right Not a Privilege) work to advocate for and help kids who can't afford access to the tools necessary to education.
Engineering Club
Open to all Victoria University of Wellington students interested in Engineering, Computer science, or technology in general.
Esports (VESA)
To foster a community between the students at the University who are interested in, and enjoy participating in, live gaming.
Early Childhood Educators (VUW ECEQuality)
At VUW ECEQuality we will support, provide advocacy and connect students into the ECE profession and provide continued guidance throughout your studies
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Feminist Law Society
The Feminist Law Society is a group for anyone (of all genders) interested in feminism, gender equality and structural oppression within the legal system.
Fencing
Vic Swords help enable people (from beginners to advanced) to learn the sport of fencing. Come and see what this international sport is all about.
Fijian Students’ Association (KaiFiji)
Our aim is to bring together people with the common association of Fiji, whether they are from there, have been there, or want to know more about it.
Filipino Students Association (Buklod)
To connect VUW students who are Filipino or of Filipino descent with each other and with their heritage and culture.
Flying Disc
Ultimate Frisbee is a friendly, fun sport and we participate in New Zealand university games and local competitions.
Football
Victoria University of Wellington Association Football Club (VUWAFC) is the largest senior football club in Wellington.
Forest and Bird Youth Wellington
Forest and Bird Youth is a national network of you people aged 14–25 years, interested in the environment and taking and taking action to support.
French Society
A social club where you can get to know other French students, practice some French, and above all have fun.
Futsal
To provide quality Futsal opportunities for the Victoria University of Wellington community.
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GOJU RYU Karate
We promote the principles and practices of traditional karate and encourage student participation.
Generation Zero—Victoria branch
Generation Zero is a nationwide youth led organisation that works to promote solutions to climate change.
Geology Society
GeolSoc prides itself in involving both staff and students in social and academic pursuits revolving around the underlying theme of Geology.
German Club
Get your beerhorn and get set to omh pah pah with the German Club. We speak, eat, drink, sing learn and know everything German.
Global Leadership Interlink (GLI-C)
A globally-minded club focused on developing ethical leaders for the future. We host initiatives throughout the year, such as workshops, seminars and team-build
Go Club
The Wellington Go Club offers the chance to learn and play one of the oldest and most strategic games in history. It's a great pastime and intense game to play.
Greens@VIC
We are students who support Green Party initiatives and values and work for good green change.
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Handball
Handball mixes basketball, soccer and netball. We cater for beginners as well as developing players at representative level in a welcoming, fun environment.
Hockey
We want to encourage people to participate in hockey. Our members compete at New Zealand university and national levels.
Hong Kong Society
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Hunter Club
Hunter Club is open to all retired staff and their spouses and partners and is a way for retired staff to stay involved at Victoria University of Wellington.
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Ignite Consultants Wellington
At Ignite Consultants, we provide student-driven consulting services for not-for-profit organisations.
Indonesian Student Association
We endeavour to share the various trends of Indonesian culture by providing our members with its cultural and social experiences.
International Socialist Club
We participate in the struggles for justice and liberation and engage students on revolutionary concepts and ideas. We hold meetings on a range of issues.
International Taekwon-Do
We practice the original style of ITF taekwon-do. We offer one of the most senior instructors in the country, low training fees and a supportive environment.
International Youth and Students for Social Equality (IYSSE)
To educate students about socialist politics, theory and history.
Iranian Club
The aim of the Iranian Club is to promote cultural and academic understanding.
Italian Society
Victoria University of Wellington’s Italian Society brings the Italian culture and language to the University.
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Japanese Students' Association
This group is a very casual group for Japanese and all other VUW students who are interested in Japanese culture and language to get together.
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Korean Students Association (Friends of Korea)
Friends of Korea's purpose for the club is bringing people together from all walks of life through a mutual love for different aspects of Korean culture and bui
Korfball
"Korf" means basket in Dutch. It is very similar to basketball and netball, with mixed genders. We aim to introduce this exciting sport to students.
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Lacrosse Victoria
Join our Lacrosse Club this summer.
Latin American & Spanish Club
The Latin American and Spanish club is open to anyone who is interested in learning, experiencing and sharing Latin American and Spanish cultures and languages.
Lian Wu Tang (Chinese Kung Fu)
Introducting and teaching chinese martial arts and culture. Providing regular fun and fitness class for general well being, both mentally and physically.
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MOSAIC
Peer support and discussions for male survivors of sexual abuse, child abuse and domestic violence
Malaysian Students’ Organisation
Our main purpose is to introduce the diversity of Malaysia through cultural and social activities, promoting Malaysia and learning about other cultures.
Mature Students Group
A support group for all mature students on campus.
Melanesian Students of Wantoks
Halo olketa bilong Melanesia! Our aim is to support and associate students of Melanesian descent within the Pacific region here at the University.
Muslims Students Association (VicMuslim)
We seek to make others more aware about Islam and Muslims, and ensure the needs of Muslim students are catered for.
Myanmar Student Association
We are a group that provides opportunities and support to all Myanmar students at Victoria University of Wellington.
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Netball
Team Vic is the largest netball club in Wellington, providing a friendly, supportive atmosphere and both competitive and social games.
Nga Taura Umanga—Māori Commerce
Nga Taura Umanga is a Māori student group for commerce students.
Ngai Tauira
Ngāi Tauira—the Māori students’ association, represents the interests of tauira Māori studying at Victoria University of Wellington.
Ngā Rangahuatira Māori Law Students’ Society
Ngā Rangahautira (NR) is the Māori Law Students' Association at Victoria University of Wellington.
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Old Boys University Rugby Football Club
OBU provides rugby training and playing opportunities for male and female students of all ages and abilities.
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Pacific Island Commerce Students Association (PICSA)
Connect Pasifika Commerce Students at Victoria University of Wellington. Get to know, grow and achieve.
Papua New Guinea Sumatin VUW
We get together for support, to share cultural values and celebrate our achievements.
Pasifika Law Students Society
Provide support for Pasifika students throughout their journey at law school.
Pasifika Students Council
A student representative group that consults and supports all Victoria University of Wellington Pasifika students.
Pipitea Toastmasters
We focus on having fun and developing our communication and leadership skills.
Plastic Diet
Plastic Diet is a youth-lead organisation dedicated to reducing single-use plastic waste and consumption.
Postgrad Badminton
To create, promote and run a social environment for staff, postgraduate and alumni members to play badminton.
Postgraduate Students Association
A student representative group that consults and supports all Victoria University of Wellington Postgraduate students.
Psychology Society
As part of the Psychology Society we arrange social events, develop networks, communications and form relationships between lecturers and students.
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Red Cross
Speaker events relating to Red Cross
Rembuden Kendo
The Rembuden Kendo Club offers training in the Japanese martial art Kendo, the way of the sword.
Revolution YA
Revolution YA are the uni students of Equippers Church. We're passionate about having the time of our lives as we study and seeing Jesus move in our world!
Roleplaying and Board Games Club
We have a vast library of board games, and also play Magic: the Gathering, run LARPs, and host table-top roleplaying games in the evenings.
Rugby League
The Victoria University of Wellington “Hunters” Rugby League Club has been running since 2000 and plays in the local Wellington rugby league competition.
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STUDiO
We are the representative group for architecture and design students. STUDiO is here to ensure that students get a fair deal at all times.
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Sailing Club
VUWSC aims to introduce young sailors to the Wellington sailing scene.
Salient
The University's weekly on campus student newspaper.
Samoan Students’ Association
Talofa! We are here to help celebrate our culture and traditions, and to influence and inspire younger generations of our ancestors’ beginnings and journeys.
Saudi Arabia Club
We aim to provide Saudi Arabia students with the best possible academic, social and cultural service.
Schola Cantorum - Youth Choir
Schola Cantorum - Youth Choir is a group of Victoria University of Wellington students and alumni who do choral singing, give concerts and enjoy a passion.
Sci-Fi Club
We show the latest programmes, popular classics and the occasional movie. If you are looking to meet people who share your interests, or just relax, come along.
Snow Sports Club
Ski and Snowboard club is a relatively new club forming in 2013 and offers trips up to the mountain to Mt Ruapehu about four hours drive from Wellington.
Society of Philosophy & Culture
A student-led club that holds philosophical discussions and debates for students on a weekly basis.
Sociology Society
To support all sociology students on campus.
Squash
Victoria Squash Club is a club for the students at Victoria University of Wellington.
Student Life
We at Student Life Wellington are about a real relationship with God, a real relationship with each other, and a real impact on campus.
Student Space Association
To empower and inspire students to realise their potential to contribute to the NZ space industry.
Surf Club
Victoria Surf Club offers learning to surf, social events and competing in regional or national competitions.
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Taiwanese Student Association
A club for students from Taiwan or similar cultures, or students that are interested in Taiwanese culture to get together and meet new people
Te Reo Māori Society
Victoria University of Wellington’s own Te Reo Māori Society.
Tennis
If you are social player or just want to have ‘hit around’ on Salamanca courts, the Tennis club has facilities and equipment available.
The Politics Society
Tokelauan Association (Te Namo)
Tongan Students’ Association
Malo e lelei! Tonga is also known as the “friendly islands”—a deserving alias duly reflected by Wellington Tongan Students’ Association.
Tramping Club
Like Tramping, hiking, climbing? Live in Wellington? Want to have a blast? Then join VUWTC!!!
Tuvaluan Students
For those students of Tuvaluan descent here on campus. To share language, culture and academic support with your studies.
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UN Youth New Zealand
We create opportunities for youth to express themselves, and earn life skills, while learning more about the United Nations and the future of our planet.
UNI Q
A representative group for queer students on the Victoria University of Wellington campus.
Unicef Victoria
UNICEF at Victoria is a fundraising and advocacy group determined to support the rights of children, both nationally and internationally.
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VIC Rowing Club
A fun, challenging sport—we offer training, racing and coaching opportunities. We compete at the New Zealand university games and world university games.
VUW Law Society
Victoria University of Wellington Law Students’ Society is a representative group run solely by law students, solely for law students.
Vanuatu Students Association
We share a common interest through cultural interaction and offer support through mentoring.
VegVUW
We aim to create a non-judgemental space for like-minded people to get together and share ideas, experiences, advice and recipes.
Vic Film Society
Our goal is to encourage the appreciation of film, by showing and discussing films of all genres from many countries of the world.
Vic Folk Music
Vic Folk offers opportunities for students to learn, play and dance to traditional Irish and Scottish music.
Vic Nats
VicNats is the University's branch of the Young Nats. Focusing on issues facing university students, VicNats works within the National Party to advocate
Vic Uke
We are a social club compromised of ukulele enthusiasts of all skills levels who meet weekly to share knowledge, tips, and learn songs together.
VicLabour
VicLabour is a university club for any keen activists in the left movement and also a youth branch of the Labour Party.
Victoria International Students Association (V-ISA)
V-ISA has two main areas of focus: to speak on issues affecting international students and to provide social events to foster the international community.
Victoria Pakistan Students Association
The Victoria Pakistan Students Association is open to all students of Pakistan descent.
Victoria Political Science & International Relations Doctoral Association (VPSIRDA)
VPSIRDA is dedicated to the task of facilitating the accumulation of intellectual capital.
Victoria Rescue
Victoria Rescue is the University's light rescue and emergency response support team. The team is made up of staff and student volunteer.
Victoria Sign Language Club
Victoria University of Wellington’s NZSL Club is for all people interested in studying, practicing or learning about New Zealand Sign Language and Deaf culture.
Victoria Taekwon-Do
Victoria Taekwon-Do is for all those interested in a long established martial art form. We provide Taekwon-Do training at an affordable price for students.
Victoria Theatre Students Society
We are a group from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences supporting local theatre. Plays include Summer Shakespeare plays in the school holidays.
Victoria University Feminist Organisation
We are a representative and social group for self-identifying women students.
Victoria University of Wellington Finance Students Association
We provide members with support in achieving their academic goals within a major or minor in finance, and provide networking opportunities in the industry.
Vietnamese Students’ Association
The Vietnamese Students Association is here to represent, help, connect and promote Vietnamese culture to students of all cultural backgrounds.
Volleyball
The Victoria University of Wellington Eagles Volleyball club is for anyone who has a passion for Volleyball. We have teams who compete in the local Wellington
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Wellington Community Justice Project (Law)
The Wellington Community Justice Project is a dynamic body of student volunteers that aims to improve access to legal services in the wider community.
Wellington Singaporean Students Association (WESSA)
"The Wellington Singaporean Students’ Association (WESSA) is a student representative group in Wellington, New Zealand.
Women in Business
A society for Victoria University of Wellington women who are interested in professional development, networking and skill-building.
Women in Tech (VUWWIT)
VUWWIT is a group for undergraduate students who identify as women or non-binary and are studying computer science, engineering and other STEM subjects at VUW
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Yoga Lounge
Yoga encompasses physical, mental, and spiritual practices or disciplines that originated in India. We offer students a relaxed, calm escape from hectic study.
Young New Zealand First Victoria University Branch
To provide a place for young people to learn about New Zealand First, to associate with each other and to provide a voice for young New Zealanders.
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Zeal Fellowship
Formerly Pasifika Christian Fellowship. A Christian based fellowship to share about our walk with Christ.