Make international connections
There are various opportunities to help international students settle in at Victoria University of Wellington and New Zealand. Learn about them here.
Conversation leaders
Student Learning takes 20 volunteers each year to be Conversation Leaders, helping international students practice their English and increase their confidence.
ExcelL
Sign up to help international students adjust to a new culture and to fully participate in life on campus and in the community by becoming involved in ExcelL.
International Buddy Programme
Become a buddy, meet fantastic people, share your knowledge of Kiwi life, and help welcome new international students to New Zealand and the University.
Language Learning Centre Buddy
Join the Language Buddy Programme and get matched with another student so you can learn each other’s languages.