Alumni and friends
Join our alumni community to receive invitations to events, subscribe to our magazine and keep access to the Library and Career Services.
Graduation and careers
Prepare for graduation and your next steps after completing your studies, look at your career options, and find out more about being Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington alumni.
Apply to graduate
Apply to graduate to begin your graduation journey. You'll need to apply to graduate whether you want to attend a ceremony or not. Find out when you need to submit your application so that you can be part of your preferred ceremony.
Apply to graduateGraduation ceremonies
We hold graduation ceremonies twice a year, in May and December. Learn about the ceremonies, parades, and other celebrations—and what to wear when you're graduating.
About the ceremonies What to wear
Graduation timelines
Get all the information you need to attend a graduation ceremony in December, and find out when the ceremonies will be held.
December graduation timelinesAcademic and graduation documents
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Academic transcripts
Academic transcripts are official records of your study and achievements that you may need to provide when applying for a job, scholarship or further study.
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Receiving your certificate when you graduate
Tell us how you would like to receive your certificate when you apply to graduate. You’ll receive a digital copy after your qualification has been conferred.
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Get a replacement copy of your certificate
Get a digital copy of your certificate for free. Request a hard copy replacement if you legally change your name, or your original copy is damaged or lost.
After you graduate
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Get started on your career
Starting a career can be daunting. Our friendly careers team can offer you a range of practical advice and support to ensure you get the best start possible.
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Post-study work visa
International students who have graduated with a New Zealand qualification can apply for the post-study work visa.