Welcome to 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 Victoria University of Wellington.
New Students' Orientation—Tuesday 7–Friday 10 July 2020
New Students' Orientation is about getting to know your faculty, campus, classmates and student culture at the University.
Before you arrive
Tertiary concession
All eligible full-time Victoria University of Wellington students can receive a tertiary concession on Metlink bus, rail, and ferry services.
Sign-up to WGTN Hall
WGTN Hall is ‘a hall without walls’—a programme to help you get involved and make the most out of your first year at university.
International student support
Find out about staying safe, making insurance claims and where to go for help with your studies, or with adjusting to life in New Zealand.
Dates for your diary
See trimester dates, course withdrawal deadlines, and other important dates for 2020.
See the University's key datesWhen you arrive
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.
Get set up online
Access the online tools you'll need for your courses, plus information about printing and wifi access on campus.
Enrol with Student Health
If you enrol with Student Health you'll receive free routine health care on campus.
Student services and support
Find out about the wide range of support available to students. If you run into a problem, whatever it is, there’s someone to help.
Find out how we can help