Our story
Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, originally known as Victoria College, was founded in 1897, the year of Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee celebrations.
Our storyCampuses and facilities
About our faculties and schools, as well as the facilities and services across our three campuses in the thriving capital city.
Campuses and facilities
Mahi ana i konei—Working here
Information about current vacancies, our University's mission, and the benefits of joining us.
Working here
Leadership and governance
Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is governed by a Council and led by the Vice-Chancellor who is the Chief Executive and employer of all staff.
University calendar
A yearly publication which includes dates, contact information, statutes, policies, regulations and general University information.
Contacts and directories
There are a number of ways to contact the University, depending on the type of enquiry.
Our national and global rankings
We are New Zealand’s top-ranked university for research intensity, and we consistently rank among the world’s best universities in the QS World Rankings.
Our rankings