2023

Programme
Information

HOW TO APPLYENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Applying to study at Victoria Universityof Wellington is easy and free of charge.

In the following pages, you will find detailed information
about each programme of study offered to international
students at Victoria University of Wellington.

Entry requirements and application processes mayvary due to COVID-19. For the latest information
about how the University is responding to COVID-19,
go towww.wgtn.ac.nz/covid-19

APPLICATION DEADLINES
You should apply as soon as possible to ensure you
have enough time to arrange your student visa andaccommodation before you travel to New Zealand.
Trimester 1 (February): Apply by 1 December
Trimester 2 (July): Apply by 1 May
Trimester 3 (November): Apply by 1 September
Some programmes have an earlier application
closing date.
For the latest information about the University’s
application deadlines, go towww.wgtn.ac.nz/international-deadlines

4. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Submit your application to Wellington University Internationalwith documentation before the application deadlines.
www.wgtn.ac.nz/international/applying/how-to-apply

5. WAIT TO HEAR FROM US
We’ll send you a confirmation email when we receive
your complete application. We’ll let you know by email
if your application is successful, usually within 1 week
(undergraduate) or 4 weeks (postgraduate).

6. IF ACCEPTED, GET READY TO ENROL
If you are accepted to Victoria University of Wellington,
we’ll email you an Offer of Place and tell you how to enrol
and when to pay your fees.
For more information, go towww.wgtn.ac.nz/international/applying
To find out what you need to organise before you study,
including your student visa, accommodation, and insurance,
go to
www.wgtn.ac.nz/international/get-ready-to-study

1. CHOOSE YOUR PROGRAMMEOF STUDY
2. CHECK YOU MEET THE ENTRY
REQUIREMENTS

ACADEMICREQUIREMENTS

Check the academic and English-language entry
requirements on pages 4–15.

Minimum entry requirements are noted for each programmein the following pages. These are a guideline only andsome programmes may require higher entry requirements
and/or additional application materials. Check the
programme pages on our website.

If you don’t meet the entry requirements for:English language, you can take English for Academic
Purposes (EAP)
undergraduate study, you can enrol in our Foundation
Studies programmewww.wgtn.ac.nz/international/programmes

postgraduate study, contact us atinternational@vuw.ac.nz and we can help you check if
there are pathways available for your chosen degree.

For estimated tuition fees, see pages 6–15. For information
about living costs and scholarships that are open tointernational students, go to our website.

ELIGIBILITY AND ENTRY
REQUIREMENTS
To study at Victoria University of Wellington, you willneed to meet the academic and English-language entry
requirements for your chosen programme of study.

Explore our subjects on our website.

3. CHECK YOUR FEES AND COSTS

www.wgtn.ac.nz/international

GRADUATE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Graduate certificates and diplomas require a New ZealandBachelor’s degree or equivalent.

POSTGRADUATE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
You need a Bachelor’s degree with at least a B average
unless stated otherwise in the following table. A backgroundin a particular subject area may be required or extensive
relevant work experience. Students with equivalentinternational qualifications from a recognised institution areencouraged to apply.
Each application is assessed individually, and entry into
postgraduate programmes is at the discretion of the
programme director. For more information, find your chosen
programme on our website:www.wgtn.ac.nz/international/programmes

UNDERGRADUATE ENTRY
REQUIREMENTS
If you are a prospective PhD candidate, go to the
Faculty of Graduate Research website for information
on how to apply:
www.wgtn.ac.nz/fgr

Academic entry requirements for undergraduate study
vary from country to country. For more information, refer tothe ‘Minimum Academic Requirements for Undergraduate
Admission’ on page 4 or on our website.
www.wgtn.ac.nz/international-entry-requirements

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MINIMUM ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
FOR UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONA LEVELS (UK) Three GCE Advanced Level passes atgrade C or higher; (outside UK) three GCE Advanced
Level passes, one subject must be at grade C or higher.
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE Achievement of the
Diploma. A grade of 3 or higher in Higher Level English
A or B; or a grade of 5 or higher in Standard Level
English A fulfils the English-language requirement.
NEW ZEALAND
Entry from NCEA:
attained NCEA Level 3; andachieved 14 credits at NCEA Level 3 in each of three subjects fromthe list of approved subjects; andachieved University Entrance Literacy requirements: 10 credits at
Level 2 or higher, made up of 5 credits in reading and 5 credits inwriting from specific standards; andachieved University Entrance Numeracy requirements: 10 credits
at Level 1 or higher from specific achievement standards, or three
specific numeracy unit standards.
For more information, go to www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/
awards/university-entrance
Successful completion of a New Zealand university foundation
programme – for grade requirements, contact the International
Admissions team at international@vuw.ac.nz
Successful completion of a one-year qualification rated Level 4 or higher
by NZQA and taught by a New Zealand polytechnic or university; or
successful completion of one year of full-time study towards such a
qualification, with at least a B-average

INDONESIA Sekolah Menengah Atas / Madrasah Aliyah (SMA/MA) witha final grade of 86 or higher; or successful completion of one year of
Bachelor’s degree–level study at a recognised institution*

MALAYSIA STPM with 3 passes at C grade or higher; or maximum scoreof 20 points over the best 5 academic subjects in the UEC; or successful
completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (Canadian Pre-U)
with an average of at least 65 percent across 6 subjects in Grade 12;
or Malaysian Matrikulation Certificate (Matrikulasi) with a cumulative
minimum GPA of 2.5. A grade of A- or higher in SPM English; or B4 or
higher in GCE O-level English 1119; or B or higher in STPM English or B4
or higher in UEC English fulfils the English-language requirement
NETHERLANDS Completion of Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk
Onderwijs (VWO)
NORWAY Vitnemål for Videregående. A grade of 4/VG or higher in English
fulfils the English-language requirement
OMAN One year of Bachelor’s degree–level study at a recognised
institution*; or successful completion of a two- or three-year diploma
from a recognised institution
PHILIPPINES Successful completion of one year of Bachelor’s degree–level study at a recognised institution*
RUSSIA Certificate of Secondary (Complete) General Education andsuccessful completion of one year of Bachelor’s degree–level study at arecognised institution*
SAMOA See South Pacific Nations
SAUDI ARABIA One year of Bachelor’s degree–level study at a recognised
institution*; or successful completion of a two- or three-year diploma
from a recognised institution

AUSTRALIA Completion of Year 12 with an ATAR of 69.9 or better(Queensland Overall Position of 14 or lower) – if taken in Australia

SOUTH PACIFIC NATIONS South Pacific Senior Secondary Certificate
with three B/Merit grades plus a minimum grade of 5 in PSSC English
and 6 in PSSC Maths; or University of the South Pacific Foundation yearwith a minimum of C in Communication; or National University of Samoa
Foundation Certificate with an average grade B3; or a score of 250 or
higher in the Fiji 7th Form Certificate with passes in 4 subjects; or Tonga
National Form 7 Certificate with three B grades plus a minimum grade of
5 in PSSC English and 6 in PSSC Maths

CHINA PRC Successful completion of Senior High School Graduation
with an average of 75 percent or higher overall, plus one year of Bachelor
degree–level study at a recognised institution; or successful completionof Senior High School Graduation with an average of 75 percent or
higher overall, plus a successful completion of a three-year diploma
from a recognised institution; or achieved a Tier 1 score in the National
University Entrance Examination (Gaokao) at a recognised institution
DENMARK Successful completion of Højere Handelseksamen; or
successful completion of Højere Forberedelseseksamen. A grade of 7 orhigher in English fulfils the English-language requirement
FIJI See South Pacific Nations

TOEFL iBT

Pearson Test ofEnglish (PTE)

Cambridge English
Qualifications(C1 Advanced/
C2 Proficiency)

New ZealandCertificates inEnglish Language(NZCEL)

Victoria Universityof Wellington
English for
Academic
Purposes (EAP)
programme

Undergraduate
students

Overall band of 6.0
with no sub-scorebelow 5.5

A score of 80 on
the internet-based
test

A score of 50 witha ‘Communicative’score of not lessthan 42

A score of 169 or
higher, with eachskill score no lessthan 162

NZCEL Level 4(Academic)

A minimum of threeratings of 4 andone rating of 3

Postgraduate
students

Overall band of 6.5
with no sub-scorebelow 6.0

A score of 90 on
the internet-based
test, with at least
20 in writing

A score of 58 witha ‘Communicative’score of notless than 50

A score of 176 or
higher, with eachskill score no lessthan 169

NZCEL Level 5(Academic)

A minimum of two
ratings of 5 andtwo ratings of 4

KOREA Korean University Entrance Examination minimum score of 250; orHigh School Diploma, plus one year of Bachelor’s degree–level study at arecognised institution*

SINGAPORE Three H2 Level passes at grade C or higher; or 18 points
where A=10, B=8, C=6, etc

CANADA High School Diploma with an average of 65 percent or higher
across five subjects in Grade 12. Requirements vary from province toprovince. For province-specific requirements, contact the International
Admissions team at international@vuw.ac.nz

IELTS Academic

JAPAN High School Diploma with an average of 3.5 or higher

CAIE (Cambridge Assessment International Education, NZ) Gain aminimum of 120 points on the New Zealand Tariff Score table, and aminimum grade of D in each of at least three subjects equivalent to thosein the approved subjects list for NCEA at AS or A level. Gain a minimum
D pass in IGCSE Mathematics and a minimum E pass in AS English
Language or AS English Literature

BRAZIL Successful completion of one year of Bachelor’s degree–levelstudy at a recognised institution*ENGLISH-LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

SOUTH AFRICA Senior Matriculation Certificate (National Senior
Certificate) with an aggregate score of C or 3. A grade of D or 4 or higher
in English fulfils the English-language requirement

SRI LANKA Three GCE Advanced Level passes, one subject must be at
grade C or higher
SWEDEN Avgangsbetyg, Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola or
Högskoleförberedande examen. A grade of 4/VG or 15/C in English (A or
B) in the Avgangsbetyg/Slutbetyg; or a grade of C or higher in English(5 or 6) in the Högskoleförberedande examen fulfils the English-language
requirement
TAIWAN Senior High School Diploma with an average grade of B+, plus
one year of Bachelor’s degree–level study at a recognised institution*
THAILAND Matayom 6 with a GPA of 3.2 or higher; or successful
completion of one year of Bachelor’s degree–level study at a recognised
institution* with a GPA of 2.5 or higher

For the latest English-language requirements, go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/international-entry-requirements
These are the minimum English-language requirements foradmission to the University. Some programmes may havehigher English-language requirements. See the programmetable from page 6 or find your chosen programme on our
website for more country-specific information.
www.wgtn.ac.nz/international/programmes

FEES AND COSTS
Estimated programme fees are listed on the following
pages and on our website. These are reviewed annually.
Your final tuition fees will be calculated when you enrol.

STUDENT SERVICES LEVY
All students are required to pay a Student Services
Levy. This is a contribution towards student support
services at the University. The 2022 Student Services
Levy is NZ$8.48 per point for students studying on
campus and NZ$4.24 per point for students studying
overseas.

OTHER COSTS
Some programmes may incur additional costs. Costs
associated with field trips and thesis publication are
not included in the fee estimates in the following pages.
Costs for course materials are also not included.

TONGA See South Pacific Nations

PHD STUDYFRANCE Successful completion of Diplôme du Baccalauréat

UNITED KINGDOM Three GCE Advanced Level passes at grade C or
higher. See A Levels for requirements for outside UK

GERMANY Successful completion of Zeugnis der Allgemeinen
Hochschulreife (Abitur). Abitur English grade 3 (1–6 grading scale) or
10 (1–15 grading scale), or higher fulfils the English language requirement

UAE One year of Bachelor’s degree–level study at a recognised
institution*; or successful completion of a two- or three-year diploma
from a recognised institution

Tuition fees for PhD study and research are charged
on a per-year basis. Tuition fees are set late in thepreceding year. International PhD students are charged
at domestic fee rates.

HONG KONG Successful completion of the Hong Kong Diploma of
Secondary Education (HKDSE) with at least three subjects achieved at
Level 4 or higher, including English language and two elective subjects; orthree Hong Kong Advanced Level passes at grade C or higher

USA High School Diploma or GED, and a SAT score of 1160 or higher
overall; or High School Diploma or GED, and an ACT composite score of
24 or higher; or successful completion of an Associate Degree (AA or AS)
from a recognised institution

INDIA All-India Senior School Certificate (AISSC) minimum 75 percent
overall; or India School Certificate (ISC) minimum 75 percent overall.
A grade of 65 percent or higher in English fulfils the English-language
requirement

VIETNAM Grade 12 with a GPA of 8.0 or higher (when High School
Graduation Certificate attained in 2016 and onwards)

For the latest minimum entry requirements by country, go to*To find out if yours is a recognised institution, contact the International
Admissions team at international@vuw.ac.nz

FINLAND Successful completion of Ylioppilastutkinto / Studentexamen.
A grade of 8 or higher in English fulfils the English-language requirement

www.wgtn.ac.nz/country-minimum-requirements

You may be exempt from these English-language
requirements if your previous studies were undertaken
in a native English-speaking country or English-language
curriculum. This will be assessed by our admissions teamwhen you apply.

COST CALCULATOR
Use our cost calculator to work out your likely
study and living costs in Wellington.

PROGRAMMEDURATIONS
Estimated durations for each programme are noted in
the following pages. Some programmes may take longer
to complete due to availability of courses, workload, or astudent’s capabilities. The start date of some programmes
may vary depending on major subject or specialisation.
The duration of some programmes may be affected byyour chosen start date.
The University’s study year is made up of threetrimesters.
Trimester 1: Late February to July
Trimester 2: Early July to November
Trimester 3: Early November to February
Study in Trimester 3 is available only for specificprogrammes.

INSURANCEAll students are required to have approved medical andtravel insurance. For full details, go towww.wgtn.ac.nz/international-insurance

For more information, contact us.
international@vuw.ac.nz

www.wgtn.ac.nz/cost-calculator

www.wgtn.ac.nz/international

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Estimated duration2
Trimesters

Estimated tuition fees 2023 (NZ$)5

Total points
for fullqualification

Intake (start date)1
Years3

Per 120 points

For full programme

Coursework(C) and/or
Research (R)Minimum general entry requirements
This is a guideline only. See our website for more information.

Foundation Studies (delivered by UP Education)

Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct–6, 9, 12, or 18
months––Total programme
duration varies perstudent

C

Go to http://wgtn.up.education

Study AbroadFeb, Jul

1 or 20.5 or 1–$13,500 per
trimester$13,500 per trimesterC

For undergraduate Study Abroad: completion of at least one year of undergraduate study at a recognised
tertiary institution with above average grades. For postgraduate Study Abroad students: an equivalentof a New Zealand Bachelor’s degree is required. For First Year Study Abroad: relevant country Bachelor
degree admission requirements.

English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

Feb, Jun, Sep

12 weeks4–60$6,450 per
programme

Total programme
duration varies perstudent

C

You need to have a pre-intermediate level of English before beginning this course, at least IELTS 4.5. You
don’t need to sit an IELTS test before starting. We have our own online test to assess your English level so
you know how many English courses you need to enrol in.

Bachelor of Architectural Studies

Feb

6

3

360

$38,450–

C

See ‘Minimum Academic Requirements for Undergraduate Admission’ on page 4. Entry into the second
year is competitive and is based on first-year results.

Bachelor of Building ScienceFeb, Jul

6

3

360

$38,450–

C

See ‘Minimum Academic Requirements for Undergraduate Admission’ on page 4.

Bachelor of Design Innovation

Feb

6

3

360

$36,900–C

See ‘Minimum Academic Requirements for Undergraduate Admission’ on page 4. Entry into the second
year is competitive and is based on first-year results.

Graduate Diploma in Design Innovation

Feb

2

1

120

$36,900$36,900

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related discipline with at least a B average. A portfolio is required.

Graduate Diploma in Designed Environments

Feb

2

1

120

$38,450$38,450

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related discipline, with at least a B average. A portfolio is required.

Postgraduate Diploma in Architectural Science

Feb

2

1

120

$43,050$43,050

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related discipline with at least a B average. A portfolio is required.

Postgraduate Diploma in Designed Environments

Feb

2

1

120

$43,050$43,050

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related discipline with at least a B average. A portfolio is required.

Master of Architectural Science

Feb

3

1

180

$43,050$64,600

C

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant or related discipline with at least a B average. A portfolio is required.

Master of Architectural Science (Research)

Feb

–

1

120

$43,050$43,050R

PGDipArchSc or an equivalent qualification with at least a B average. A portfolio is required.

Master of Architecture (by thesis)

Anytime (except Dec
and Jan)

–

1

120

$43,050$43,050

R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the same subject with at least a B average. A research proposal andportfolio are required.

Master of Architecture (Professional)

Feb

4

2

240

$43,050–

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the same subject area with at least a B average. A portfolio is required.

Master of Design (by thesis)

Anytime–1

120$41,350$41,350

R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the same subject area with at least a B average. A research proposal
and portfolio are required.

Master of Design Innovation

Feb

4

1.5

180

$41,350$62,050

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related discipline with at least a B average. A portfolio is required.

Master of Design Technology

Feb

3

1

180

$41,350$62,050

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area with at least a B average. A proven aptitude witha 3D computer graphics application is required. A portfolio is required.

Master of Fine Arts (Creative Practice)—Design

Feb

3

1

180

$36,550$54,800

C

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject area with at least a B average and extensive experience in a
relevant field. Selection process varies depending on the major and audition/portfolio/interview/CV/
reference letters may be required. Note early application deadlines apply—check the website for more
information.

Master of Interior Architecture

Feb

4

2

240

$43,050–

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area with at least a B average. A portfolio is required.

Master of Landscape Architecture

Feb

4

2

240

$43,050–

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area with a B average. A portfolio is required.

Master of Urban and Regional Planning

Feb

4

2

240

$43,050–

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area with a B average. A portfolio is required.

Master of User Experience Design

Jul

3

1

180

$41,350$62,050

C

Bachelor’s degree in a non-design subject with at least a B average. A portfolio is required.

PhD

Anytime–Minimum 3

360

Go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/phd-fees for full details

R

Go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/fgr/prospective-phds

Bachelor of Commerce

Feb, Jul, Nov

6

3

360

$32,450–

C

See ‘Minimum Academic Requirements for Undergraduate Admission’ on page 4.

Graduate Diploma in Commerce

Feb, Jul

2

1

120

$32,450$32,450

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

Bachelor of Commerce with Honours

Feb

2

1

120

$34,200$34,200

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the same subject area with at least a B+ average.

Postgraduate Diploma in Actuarial Science

Feb

2

1

120

$36,650$36,650

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject with at least a B average.

Postgraduate Diploma in Business (Professional)

Feb, Nov

2

1

120

$36,650$36,650

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject with at least a B average, and two years of relevant
work experience.

Postgraduate Diploma in Public Management

Feb, Jul, Nov

2

1

120

$34,200$34,200

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least a B average and at least two years of relevant work
experience. A reference letter and CV are required.

Postgraduate Diploma in Public Policy

Feb, Jul, Nov

2

1

120

$34,200$34,200

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least a B average and at least two years of relevant work
experience. A reference letter and CV are required.

Executive Master of Business AdministrationFeb, Jul

4

1.5

180

$41,160$61,700

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least a B average or equivalent, with at least five years of relevant
professional work experience. Admission via online entry test and personal interview, CV required.

ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN INNOVATION

BUSINESS AND GOVERNMENT

1
2
3
4
5

6

Starting trimester may vary depending on major subject or specialisation. The duration of some programmes may be affected by your chosen start date.
These are estimated durations. Durations may vary depending on availability of courses, workload, and a student’s capability.
The University year has three trimesters, starting in February, July, and November. Courses are not available for all programmes in Trimester 3.
You may need to take several consecutive courses (20–30 weeks) to reach the required level of English for your intended University degree or programme.
Tuition fees are estimated and subject to change.

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A six-month graduate certificate is also available in most subjects.
Online study options are available for some programmes. To learn more, go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/international-online-study
For more information, go to www.wgtn.ac.nz or contact international@vuw.ac.nz

www.wgtn.ac.nz/international

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PROGRAMME

Estimated duration2
Intake (start date)1
Trimesters

Years3

Total points
for fullqualification

Estimated tuition fees 2023 (NZ$)4
Per 120 points

For full programme

Coursework(C) and/or
Research (R)Minimum general entry requirements
This is a guideline only. See our website for more information.

Master of Actuarial Science

Feb

3

1

180

$38,850$58,250

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject with at least a B average.

Master of Business (Professional)

Feb, Nov

3

1.5

180

$34,200$51,250

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject with at least a B average, and two years of relevant
work experience.

Master of Commerce (by coursework)

Feb

3–4

1–1.5

180

$34,200$51,250

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the same subject area with at least a B+ average.

Master of Commerce (by thesis)

Anytime–1

120$34,200$34,200

R

Bachelor’s degree with Honours or equivalent in a relevant subject with at least a B average.

Master of Global Business

Feb, Nov

3

1

180

$34,200$51,250

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least a B average.

Master of Professional Accounting (traditional pathway)

Feb, Nov

3

1

180

$32,050$48,100

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. This pathway fulfils the academic requirements for professional
certification from Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.

Master of Professional Accounting (CA pathway)

Feb, Nov

5

21 months

225$32,050–

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. This pathway fulfils the academic and technical requirements for
professional certification from Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.

Master of Professional Business Analysis

Feb, Nov

4

16 months

180$34,200$51,250

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least a B average. CV is required.

Master of Public Management

Feb, Jul, Nov

4

1.5

180

$34,200$51,250

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least a B average and at least two years of relevant work
experience. A reference letter and CV are required.

Master of Public Policy

Feb, Jul, Nov

4

1.5

180

$34,200$51,250

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least a B average and at least two years of relevant work
experience. A reference letter and CV are required.

PhD

Anytime–Minimum 3

360

Go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/phd-fees for full details

R

Go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/fgr/prospective-phds

Bachelor of Education (Teaching) Early Childhood

Feb

6

3

360

$30,550–

C

See ‘Minimum Academic Requirements for Undergraduate Admission’ on page 4. Completion of ‘Teacher
Education Programme Form for International Students’ and provision of police reports are required. IELTS
minimum overall band of 7.0 (with no sub-score below 7.0). Contact details of two referees, selection
meeting, and a numeracy and literacy assessment are required.

Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Primary or Secondary)

Feb

2

1

150

$39,500–

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Completion of ‘Teacher Education Programme Form for International
Students’ and provision of police reports are required. Applicants must provide a NZQA assessment of
their Bachelor’s degree. IELTS minimum overall band of 7.0 (with no sub-score below 7.0). Contact detailsof two referees, selection meeting, and a numeracy and literacy assessment are required. Note an early
application deadline of 15 November.

Postgraduate Diploma in EducationFeb, Jul

2

1

120

$33,450$33,450

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least a B average, with a major in education, psychology, or a
related discipline, or relevant work experience.

Master of EducationFeb, Jul

3

1.5

180

$33,450$50,150

C, C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with at least a B average, with a major in education, psychology, or a
related discipline.

Master of Educational Psychology

Feb

4

2

240

$40,450–

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Education or Psychology with at least a B average, or an approved
teacher education degree.

PhD

Anytime–Minimum 3

360

Go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/phd-fees for full details

R

Go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/fgr/prospective-phds

Bachelor of Engineering with Honours

Feb

8

4

480

$39,750–

C

See ‘Minimum Academic Requirements for Undergraduate Admission’ on page 4. To progress into
the second part of the programme, you need to have passed all your Part 1 courses with at least a
B average.

Master of Artificial Intelligence

Feb

3

1–1.5

180

$42,750$64,100

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science or a relevant subject, with at least a B average in
relevant final year courses.

Master of Computer ScienceFeb, Jul

3

1–1.5

180

$40,450$60,650

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the same subject area with at least a B average.

Master of Engineering (by thesis and coursework)

Feb, Jul, Nov

3

1

120

$42,750$42,750

C+R

Bachelor’s degree with Honours or equivalent in the same subject area with at least a B+ average.
A statement of intent, research proposal, and CV are required. Applicants must identify a potential
supervisor before applying.

Master of Engineering (by thesis)

Anytime3

1

120$42,750$42,750

R

Bachelor’s degree with Honours or equivalent in the same subject area with at least a B+ average.
A statement of intent, research proposal, and CV are required. Applicants must identify a potential
supervisor before applying.

Master of Engineering Practice

Feb

3

1

180

$42,750$64,100

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related subject area with at least a B+ average. A statement of intent
and CV are required.

Master of Renewable Energy

Feb

3

1–1.5

180

$40,450$60,675

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least a B+ average in the relevant coursework, in engineering or
science, or another relevant subject.

Master of Software Development

Jul

3

1

180

$42,750$64,100

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in any subject except computer science or related subjects, with at leasta B average. Familiarity with or basic understanding of programming is required. A statement of intent
and CV are also required.

PhD

Anytime–Minimum 3

360

Go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/phd-fees for full details

R

Go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/fgr/prospective-phds

Feb, Jul

6

3

360

$32,300C

See ‘Minimum Academic Requirements for Undergraduate Admission’ on page 4.

EDUCATION

ENGINEERINGHEALTH
Bachelor of Health
1
2
3
4

8

Starting trimester may vary depending on major subject or specialisation. The duration of some programmes may be affected by your chosen start date.
These are estimated durations. Durations may vary depending on availability of courses, workload, and a student’s capability.
The University year has three trimesters, starting in February, July, and November. Courses are not available for all programmes in Trimester 3.
Tuition fees are estimated and subject to change.

Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington–

A six-month Graduate Certificate is also available in most subjects.
Online study options are available for some programmes. To learn more, go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/international-online-study
For more information, go to www.wgtn.ac.nz or contact international@vuw.ac.nz

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Estimated duration2
Intake (start date)1
Trimesters

Years3

Total points
for fullqualification

Estimated tuition fees 2023 (NZ$)4
Per 120 points

For full programme

Coursework(C) and/or
Research (R)Minimum general entry requirements
This is a guideline only. See our website for more information.

Bachelor of Midwifery

Feb

8

4

480

$32,300–C

See ‘Minimum Academic Requirements for Undergraduate Admission’ on page 4. A strong backgroundin biology and chemistry to meet the entry standards of the Midwifery Council of New Zealand. An
in-person interview is required. IELTS: Minimum overall score of 7.0 with 6.5 or higher in Reading andWriting, and 7.0 in Listening and Speaking.

Postgraduate Diploma in HealthFeb, Jul

2

1

120

$32,750$32,750

C

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline. Nursing and Professional Practice specialisation applicantsmust be registered health professionals. Midwifery specialisation is not available to international
students. CV and statement of intent are required. Completion of this programme will not lead toregistration in New Zealand.

Postgraduate Diploma in Health Psychology

Feb, Jul

2

1

120

$40,450$40,450

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in psychology or health psychology. CV and statement of intent required.
Completion of this programme will not lead to registration in New Zealand.

Master of HealthFeb, Jul

3

1

180

$32,750$49,125

C+R

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with an average grade of at least a B. Entry to Part 2 requires
the successful completion of Part 1, with an average grade of at least a B and acceptance by thehead of school. Nursing and Professional Practice specialisation applicants must be registered healthprofessionals. Midwifery specialisation is not available to international students. CV and statement ofintent are required. Completion of this programme will not lead to registration in New Zealand.

Master of Health Psychology

Feb, Jul

4

2

240

$40,450–

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in psychology or health psychology with an average grade of at leasta B. Entry to Part 2 requires the successful completion of Part 1, with an average grade of at least a
B+ and acceptance by the head of school. CV and statement of intent are required. Completion of thisprogramme will not lead to registration in New Zealand.

Master of Health Research

Anytime–1

120$32,750$32,750

R

Bachelor’s degree with Honours or a postgraduate diploma in a health-related subject area, andsignificant relevant professional experience. CV, statement of intent, and expression of research interest
are required.

Master of Nursing Practice

Feb

4

2

240

$31,450–

C

Bachelor’s degree with at least a B+ average in the final year of study. Must meet the entry standards of
the Nursing Council of New Zealand. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree outside health sciences mayneed to complete a formal bridging programme. CV, statement of intent, and an in-person interview arealso required. IELTS: Minimum score of 7.0 with no individual score less than 7.0.

PhD

Anytime–Minimum 3

360

Go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/phd-fees for full details

R

Go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/fgr/prospective-phds

Bachelor of Arts

Feb, Jul

6

3

360

$30,550–

C

See ‘Minimum Academic Requirements for Undergraduate Admission’ on page 4. Some subjects may haveadditional requirements and earlier application deadlines.

Bachelor of CommunicationFeb, Jul

6

3

360

$30,550–

C

See ‘Minimum Academic Requirements for Undergraduate Admission’ on page 4.

Bachelor of Global Studies

Feb, Jul

6

3

360

$30,550–

C

See ‘Minimum Academic Requirements for Undergraduate Admission’ on page 4.

Bachelor of Music

Feb, Jul

6

3

360

$36,600–C

See ‘Minimum Academic Requirements for Undergraduate Admission’ on page 4. An audition is required
for Classical Performance and Jazz.

Graduate Diploma in Arts

Feb, Jul

2

1

120

$30,550$30,550

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Some subjects may have additional requirements and earlier
application deadlines.

Graduate Diploma in Music

Feb, Jul

2

1

120

$36,600$36,600

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the same subject area with at least a B average. Audition may
be required.

Bachelor of Arts with Honours

Feb, Jul

2

1

120

$33,450$33,450

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the same subject area with at least a B average.

Bachelor of Music with Honours

Feb, Jul

2

1

120

$39,450$39,450

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the same subject area with at least a B average. Audition/interview/
portfolio may be required.

Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Linguistics

Feb

2

1

120

$33,450$33,450

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a least a B average in either linguistics, education, English language
or in another language, or another relevant degree and at least two years of professional experience inlanguage education or another area of applied linguistics. CV and recommendation letters are required.

Postgraduate Diploma in Arts

Feb, Jul

2

1

120

$33,450$33,450

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the same subject area with at least a B average. Some subjects may
have additional requirements and earlier application deadlines.

Postgraduate Diploma in Communication

Feb

2

1

120

$33,450$33,450CA Bachelor’s degree with at least a B average or equivalent in a relevant subject.

Postgraduate Diploma in Criminology

Feb, Jul

2

1

120

$33,450$33,450CA Bachelor’s degree with at least a B average or equivalent in a relevant subject.

Postgraduate Diploma in Indigenous Studies

Feb

2

1

120

$33,450$33,450CA Bachelor’s degree with at least a B average or equivalent in a relevant subject.

Postgraduate Diploma in Intercultural Communication and Applied Translation

Feb

2

1

120

$33,450$33,450

C

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject or equivalent with at least a B average, and advanced study in alanguage other than English.

Postgraduate Diploma in International Relations

Feb

2

1

120

$33,450$33,450

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the same or related subject field with at least a B average. A statementof intent and CV are required.

Postgraduate Diploma in Linguistics

Feb

2

1

120

$33,450$33,450

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in linguistics or a related subject (as determined by the Linguistics
programme director) with at least a B average in relevant courses.

Postgraduate Diploma in Museum and Heritage Practice

Feb

2

1

120

$33,450$33,450

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent or in a relevant subject field with at least a B average. A statement ofintent, writing sample, and CV are required. Note a strict application deadline of 1 December.

Postgraduate Diploma in Music

Feb, Jul

2

1

120

$39,450$39,450

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the same subject area with at least a B average. Audition/interview/
portfolio may be required.

Postgraduate Diploma in Political Science

Feb

2

1

120

$33,450$33,450

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the same or related subject field with at least a B average. A statementof intent and CV are required.

HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

1
2
3
4

Starting trimester may vary depending on major subject or specialisation. The duration of some programmes may be affected by your chosen start date.
These are estimated durations. Durations may vary depending on availability of courses, workload, and a student’s capability.
The University year has three trimesters, starting in February, July, and November. Courses are not available for all programmes in Trimester 3.
Tuition fees are estimated and subject to change.

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A six-month Graduate Certificate is also available in most subjects.
Online study options are available for some programmes. To learn more, go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/international-online-study
For more information, go to www.wgtn.ac.nz or contact international@vuw.ac.nz

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PROGRAMME

Estimated duration2
Intake (start date)1
Years3

Trimesters

Estimated tuition fees 2023 (NZ$)4

Total points
for fullqualification

Per 120 points

For full programme

Coursework(C) and/or
Research (R)Minimum general entry requirements
This is a guideline only. See our website for more information.

Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Studies

Feb

2

1

120

$33,450$33,450

C

Bachelor’s degree in the same or a related subject field with at least a B average. A statement of intent
and CV highlighting any career experience which is broadly related to strategic studies or international
relations are required.

Postgraduate Diploma in TESOL

Feb

2

1

120

$33,450$33,450

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least a B average in either linguistics, education, English language
or in another language, or another relevant degree and at least two years of professional experience inlanguage education or a related field. CV and recommendation letters are required.

Master of Applied Linguistics

Feb, Jul, Nov

3

1

180

$33,450$50,150

C, C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least a B average in either linguistics, education, English language
or in another language, or another relevant degree and at least two years of professional experience inlanguage education or another area of applied linguistics. CV and recommendation letters are required.

Master of Arts

Anytime–1

120$33,450$33,450

R

Bachelor’s degree with Honours or equivalent in the same subject area with at least a B average.

Master of Communication

Feb

3

1

180

$33,450$50,150CA Bachelor’s degree with at least a B average or equivalent in a relevant subject.

Master of Criminology

Feb, Jul

3

1

180

$33,450$50,150CA Bachelor’s degree with at least a B average or equivalent in a relevant subject.

Master of Fine Arts (Creative Practice) in Film, Design, Music/Sound, Theatre

Feb

3

1

180

$36,500$54,750

C

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject area with at least a B average and extensive experience in a
relevant field. Selection process varies depending on the major and audition/portfolio/interview/CV/
reference letters may be required. Note early application deadlines apply—check the website for more
information.

Master of Indigenous Studies

Feb

3

1

180

$33,450$50,150CA Bachelor’s degree with at least a B average or equivalent in a relevant subject.

Master of Intercultural Communication and Applied Translation

Feb

3

1

180

$33,450$50,150

C

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject with at least a B average and advanced study in a language otherthan English. A short CV is required.

Master of International Relations

Feb

3

1

180

$33,450$50,150

C, C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least a B+ average. Undergraduate study must include someadvanced study in a relevant subject area. A statement of intent and CV are required.

Master of Linguistics

Feb, Jul, Nov

3

1

180

$33,450$50,150

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in linguistics or a related subject (as determined by the Linguistics
programme director) with at least a B average in relevant courses.

Master of Museum and Heritage Practice

Feb

3

1

180

$33,450$50,150

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least a B average in a relevant subject area. A statement of intent,a writing sample, and CV are required. Note a strict application deadline of 1 December.

Master of Music

Anytime–1

120$39,450$39,450

C+R, R

Bachelor of Music with Honours degree or equivalent with at least a high B average in the same subject
area with training/experience. Audition/portfolio may be required. A statement of research intent, asample of academic writing, CV with names and contact details of two referees are required.

Master of Music Therapy

Feb

4

2

240

$39,450–

C+R

Bachelor’s degree relevant to music therapy with strong background in psychology or other approvedsocial science discipline, with at least a B average. A statement of intent, a sample of academic writing,two reference letters, and CV are required. Audition and interview are also required.

Master of Musical Arts

Feb, Jul

–

1

120

$39,450$39,450

C+R

Bachelor’s degree with Honours or equivalent with at least a B average. Audition/portfolio, a statement ofintent, two reference letters, a sample of academic writing, and CV are required.

Master of Philosophy, Politics, and Economics

Feb

3

1

180

$33,450$50,150

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least a B average. Undergraduate study must include someadvanced study in relevant subject areas, such as economics, international relations, philosophy, politicalscience, or public policy.

Master of Political Science

Feb

3

1

180

$33,450$50,150

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least a B+ average. Undergraduate study must include someadvanced study in a relevant subject area, such as strategic studies, international relations, or politicalscience. A statement of intent and CV highlighting any career experience broadly related to politicalscience are required.

Master of Strategic Studies

Feb

3

1

180

$33,450$50,150

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least a B+ average. Undergraduate study must include someadvanced study in a relevant subject area, such as strategic studies, international relations, or politicalscience. A CV highlighting any career experience broadly related to strategic studies, international
relations, or political science is required.

Master of TESOL

Feb, Jul, Nov

3

1

180

$33,450$50,150

C, C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least a B average in either linguistics, education, English language
or in another language, or another relevant degree and at least two years of professional experience inlanguage education or a related field. CV and recommendation letters are required.

PhD

Anytime–Minimum 3

360

Go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/phd-fees for full details

R

Go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/fgr/prospective-phds

Bachelor of Laws

Feb

8

4

480

$36,750–

C

See ‘Minimum Academic Requirements for Undergraduate Admission’ on page 4. Entry into the second
year is competitive and is based on first-year results, and entry into the parallel third- and fourth-year
Honours programme is by invitation after high achievement in second year.

Graduate Certificate in Law

Feb, Jul

1

0.5

60

–

$18,400

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in law with at least a B average. Two academic reference letters, research
and writing samples, and CV are required. NZCLE letter specifying courses, if seeking admission to the
New Zealand Bar, is required. IELTS minimum overall band of 7.0 with writing score of 7.0 (no sub-scorebelow 6.5) or equivalent.

Master of International Trade

Feb

3

1

180

$35,100$52,650

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least a B average. A statement of intent and CV are required.
IELTS minimum overall band of 7.0 with writing score of 7.0 (no sub-score below 6.5) or equivalent.

Master of Laws (by coursework)

Feb, Jul

–

1

120

$38,850$38,850

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in law with at least a B average. Two academic reference letters, research
and writing samples, and CV are required. IELTS minimum overall band of 7.0 with writing score of 7.0(no sub-score below 6.5) or equivalent.

Master of Laws (by thesis/dissertation and coursework)

Feb, Jul

–

1

120

$38,850$38,850

R, C+R, R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in law with at least a B average. Two academic reference letters, research
and writing samples, research topic outline, and CV are required. IELTS minimum overall band of 7.0 withwriting score of 7.0 (no sub-score below 6.5) or equivalent.

PhD

Anytime–Minimum 3

360

Go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/phd-fees for full details

R

Go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/fgr/prospective-phds. IELTS with an overall band of 7.0 with writing score of 7.0(no sub-score below 6.5) or equivalent.

LAW

1
2
3
4

Starting trimester may vary depending on major subject or specialisation. The duration of some programmes may be affected by your chosen start date.
These are estimated durations. Durations may vary depending on availability of courses, workload, and a student’s capability.
The University year has three trimesters, starting in February, July, and November. Courses are not available for all programmes in Trimester 3.
Tuition fees are estimated and subject to change.

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A six-month Graduate Certificate is also available in most subjects.
Online study options are available for some programmes. To learn more, go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/international-online-study
For more information, go to www.wgtn.ac.nz or contact international@vuw.ac.nz

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PROGRAMME

Estimated duration2
Intake (start date)1
Trimesters

Years3

Total points
for fullqualification

Estimated tuition fees 2023 (NZ$)4
Per 120 points

For full programme

Coursework(C) and/or
Research (R)Minimum general entry requirements
This is a guideline only. See our website for more information.

SCIENCE
Bachelor of Biomedical ScienceFeb, Jul

6

3

360

$35,000–C

See ‘Minimum Academic Requirements for Undergraduate Admission’ on page 4.

Bachelor of ScienceFeb, Jul

6

3

360

$35,000–C

See ‘Minimum Academic Requirements for Undergraduate Admission’ on page 4.

Graduate Diploma in ScienceFeb, Jul

2

1

120

$35,000$35,000

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

Bachelor of Biomedical Science with Honours

Feb, Jul

2

1

120

$40,450$40,450

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the same subject area with at least a B+ average. Academic transcript
is required.

Bachelor of Science with Honours

Feb, Jul

2

1

120

$40,450$40,450

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in relevant subject area with at least a B+ average.

Postgraduate Diploma in Biomedical ScienceFeb, Jul

2

1

120

$40,450$40,450

C

Bachelor of Biomedical Science degree or equivalent in the same subject area

Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Research

Feb

2

1

120

$44,950$44,950

C

Postgraduate diploma or equivalent in the same or related subject area, with at least a B average,
preferably with some work experience in clinical research or health sciences. Applicants must identify apotential supervisor before applying. A short CV is required.

Postgraduate Diploma in Drug Discovery and Development

Feb, Jul

2

1

120

$40,450$40,450

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in chemistry or a relevant life-science subject such as biochemistry,
biomedical science, pharmacy, pharmacology or other relevant subject with at least a B+ average. A
statement of intent is required.

Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Studies

Feb

2

1

120

$40,450$40,450

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject with at least a B average. A statement of intent isrequired.

Postgraduate Diploma in Geographic Information ScienceFeb, Jul

2

1

120

$40,450$40,450

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with some geographic information science study, with at least a
B average, or significant industry experience. A statement of intent, CV, and two academic reference
letters are required.

Postgraduate Diploma in ScienceFeb, Jul

2

1

120

$40,450$40,450

C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the same subject area with at least a B average.

Master of Applied Statistics

Feb, Jul

3

1

180

$40,450$60,650

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area with at least a B average. A statement of intent
and CV are required.

Master of Artificial Intelligence

Feb

3

1–1.5

180

$42,750$64,100

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computer science or a relevant subject, with at least a B average in
relevant final year courses.

Master of Biomedical Science (by coursework and thesis)

Feb, Jul

4

2

240

$40,450–

C+R

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in biomedical science with at least a B+ average. A CV and research
proposal are required. Applicants must identify a potential supervisor before applying. Applicants with agood Bachelor’s degree with Honours may be considered for direct entry into Part 2 (thesis programme).

Master of Biomedical Science (by thesis)

Feb, Jul

–

1

120

$40,450$40,450

R

Bachelor’s degree with Honours or equivalent in the same subject area with at least a B average. A
research proposal is required. Applicants must identify a potential supervisor before applying.

Master of Climate Change Science and Policy

Feb

3

1

180

$40,450$60,650

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area with at least a B average.

Master of Clinical Immunology

Feb

3

1

180

$45,000$67,450

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area with at least a B average

Master of Clinical Research

Feb

2

1

120

$44,950$44,950

R

Postgraduate diploma or equivalent in the same or related subject area, with at least a B average,
preferably with some work experience in clinical research or health sciences. Applicants must identify apotential supervisor before applying. A short CV is required.

Master of Computer ScienceFeb, Jul

3

1–1.5

180

$40,450$60,650

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the same subject area with at least a B average.

Master of Conservation Biology

Jan, Jul

3

1

180

$36,500 + field trip
costs5$54,600 + field trip
costs5

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject with at least a B+ average.

Master of Data ScienceFeb, Jul

4/3

2/1

240 / 180

$40,450$60,650

C+R

Bachelor’s degree in data science, computer science, or statistics, with at least a B+ average. Applicantswith a major in data science or a double major in computer science and statistics may be exempted Part 1(60 points). A statement of intent and CV are required.

Master of Drug Discovery and Development

Feb, Jul

3

1

180

$40,450$60,650

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in chemistry or a relevant life-science subject, such as biochemistry,
biomedical science, pharmacy, pharmacology, with at least a B+ average. CV and a statement of intent
are required. Selection interview (via Skype) may be required.

Master of Environmental Science

Feb

3

1

180

$40,450$60,650

C+R

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, earth science, chemistry, biology, physics, mathematics orequivalent, with at least a B average.

Master of Environmental Studies

Feb

4

2

240

$40,450–

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area with at least a B average. A statement of intent
is required.

Master of Geographic Information ScienceFeb, Jul

3

1

180

$40,450$60,650

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with some geographic information science study and at least a
B average. A statement of intent, CV, and two academic reference letters are required.

Master of Marine Conservation

Jan, Jun

3

1

180

$36,500 + field trip
costs5$54,600 + field trip
costs5C

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the biological sciences with at least a B+ average. Applicants with an
Honours degree or equivalent may be admitted to a shorter programme. A CV is required.

Master of Science (by coursework and thesis)

Feb, Jul

4

2

240

$40,450–

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the same subject area with at least a B+ average. Specific psychology
majors require at least an A- average grade, a CV, and a statement of intent. Applicants must identify apotential supervisor before applying. A research proposal developed in consultation with the supervisor
is required. Applicants with a good Bachelor’s degree with Honours may be considered for direct entry
into second year.

Master of Science (by thesis)

Anytime2

1

120$40,450$40,450

R

Bachelor’s degree with Honours or equivalent in the same subject area with at least a B average.
Applicants must identify a potential supervisor before applying. A research proposal developed inconsultation with the supervisor is required.

Master of Science in Society

Feb

3

1

180

$40,450$60,650

C+R

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area with at least a B+ average. CV is required.

PhD

Anytime–Minimum 3

360

Go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/phd-fees for full details

R

Go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/fgr/prospective-phds

1
2
3
4
5

Starting trimester may vary depending on major subject or specialisation. The duration of some programmes may be affected by your chosen start date.
These are estimated durations. Durations may vary depending on availability of courses, workload, and a student’s capability.
The University year has three trimesters, starting in February, July, and November. Courses are not available for all programmes in Trimester 3.
Tuition fees are estimated and subject to change.
Costs associated with field trips are not included in these fee estimates. In particular, there are substantial extra costs for field trips for the Master of Conservation Biology andthe Master of Marine Conservation.

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A six-month graduate certificate is also available in most subjects.
Online study options are available for some programmes. To learn more, go to www.wgtn.ac.nz/international-online-study
For more information, go to www.wgtn.ac.nz or contact international@vuw.ac.nz

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CONTACT US
Phone: +64 4 463 5350
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THE PASTORAL CARE CODE

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington uses all reasonable skill and care to ensure theinformation contained in this document is accurate at the time of being made available. However, matters covered by this document
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