See you at Open Day

Friday 20 August 2021, 8 am–3 pm

Open Day is the best opportunity to see all that Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington has to offer and get a taste of university life.

Whether you're thinking about university study for the first time or considering a return to it, come to our Open Day and explore your study options, catch a sample lecture, and talk to staff.

Register to attend

Course planning day—Saturday 21 August

Course planning sessions based on degree subject area will be at Rutherford House—see the session times. There will also be a student services expo in the public spaces in Rutherford House.

Hall tours

Tour our halls of residence on Open Day.

You can also visit before the Open Day on Thursday 19 August, from noon to 4 pm.

Or you can view the halls on Saturday 21 August, from 10 am to 2 pm, by appointment only.
Two university students standing and talking near the cable car in Wellington.

Getting to Kelburn campus

Check your transport options for getting to the Kelburn campus on the day and look out for our student ambassadors who can show you where to go.
Three students are walking across the courtyard in front of Te Toki a Rata building on Kelburn campus.

Tour our campuses and halls

Take a tour of our campuses, halls of residence, and other facilities. It’s easy to get around with a free looping bus service and regular tour times.
Two smiling female students are riding a crocodile bike along Oriental Parade on Wellington’s waterfront.

Explore and stay in Wellington

If you’re coming to Open Day and staying for the weekend, check out the accommodation options and what’s on in Wellington.

Plan your day

There’s heaps on offer—information sessions about our degrees, subjects, and student services as well as sample lectures. Use our timetable to plan your day.

View timetable

Gina Murphy is sitting with other students in a lecture theatre in Te Toki a Rata Building.

Catch a sample lecture

We have special sample lectures from our faculties throughout the day. Learn what makes our staff passionate about what they teach.

See lectures