Welcome to Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington

Being a new student is a big deal—whether it's your first time at university, you're embarking on postgraduate study or you've just moved to Wellington. Here is some information to get you started.

MYTOOLS

Find and manage the information, systems and online tools you’ll need while studying at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.
New students at orientation week

New Students' Orientation
28 June—2 July

New Students' Orientation is about getting to know your faculty, campus, classmates, and student culture at the University.

Find out more

Getting ready

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Accept your Offer of Study

To confirm your enrolment, you need to accept your Offer of Study and provide some documentation.
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Organise your accommodation

Live where you study to enrich your university experience.
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Order your textbooks

Organise your text books, student notes, and course materials so you're ready when classes start.

Dates for your diary

See trimester dates, course withdrawal deadlines, and other important dates for 2020 and 2021.

See the University's key dates

What you'll need

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Setting up

Access the online tools you'll need for your courses, plus information about printing and wifi access on campus.
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Collect your Student ID

Find out how to get yourself sorted out with an ID card for entering classes, using the Library, receiving student discounts, and much more.
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Enrol with Student Health

If you enrol with Student Health you'll receive free routine health care on campus.

Student services and support

If you run into a problem, whatever it is, there’s someone to help. Find out about the wide range of support available to students.

Find out how we can help

Student life

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What to expect in your first year

Your first year will bring new expectations, experiences, and some ups and downs. Learn what you can expect, and how to prepare yourself.
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Get set up for success

Get an idea of what to expect in your first year, read our study tips, and explore opportunities to get involved in university life.
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Get involved

University isn’t just essays and assessments. Extracurricular activities are a great way to boost your CV, broaden your mind, make new friends, and have fun.