Postgraduate study in Wellington


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Discovery at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington

The future of language learning

How can we support language learning? Dr Corinne Seals explains her passion for ‘translanguaging’ and how we can learn from those who speak multiple languages.
Raqi Syed stands next to a screen showing a digital image which looks very like her

Racism on our screens?

In our digital and virtual age, we're still haunted by European principles of 'beauty' that are complex and fraught. How does using 'digital humans' impact this?

Choosing a good research topic

Find out how with a free 10-minute taster lecture by
Dr Ben Walker, from the Master of Commerce programme.

Does ADHD symptom severity impact academic success?

Not according to research co-led by educational psychologist Dr Kelly Carrasco.

Powering the world

Our researchers are investigating new materials that can be used to create next-generation solar cells for less.

From university to leading sustainable research

After completing his Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (BE(Hons)) degree, Dan Strawbridge began his career immersed in world-leading research at Paihau—Robinson Research Institute.

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Creativity

We are driven by creativity and innovation in our research, teaching, and partnerships. Explore creativity at Victoria University of Wellington.

Leadership

As New Zealand’s capital city university, we offer many opportunities to get involved and develop your leadership potential. Explore leadership in action.

Sustainability and wellbeing

New Zealand’s leading university for climate action and affordable clean energy. Explore sustainability and wellbeing at Victoria University of Wellington.