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Research partnerships

We are committed to research that will have an impact in the real world—there are many different ways you can partner with us.

How to partner with us

  • Research collaboration

    Take advantage of the expertise of our researchers—find out about partnering with us to support advances in your industry or area of interest.

  • Commercialisation

    Our technology transfer team at Wellington UniVentures works to connect businesses with our world-leading new technologies through licensing agreements.

  • Aid, development and education

    Our knowledge transfer team at Wellington UniVentures supports capacity-building projects in social and economic development in New Zealand and overseas.

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Support our research

There are several ways you can help support the research activities of our world-class research staff, teams, students and institutes. Align yourself or your organisation with a globally minded university working to improve the wellbeing of local and international communities.

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Fund a scholarship

Victoria University of Wellington can partner postgraduate student researchers with companies or organisations through scholarship arrangements.

Scholarships can range from a summer research work placement to funding for a three-year PhD research scholarship.

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Employ a graduate or student

Consider employing a University research student or graduate. Connect with our students and promote your organisation and vacancies through the University.

You may want to fill a permanent or contract role, or offer a short-term internship or work placement.

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Become a mentor

The Alumni as Mentors programme provides an opportunity to share your expertise to help a research student, while enhancing your own professional development.

Many Victoria University of Wellington alumni have found the mentoring programme to be a valuable and rewarding experience that enriches their CV.

Become involved

Summer research scholarships

Consider giving a research student work experience in your organisation and be part of creating a more specialised workforce in your industry.

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Māori research partnerships

Victoria University of Wellington is building strong research partnerships with iwi and other Māori organisations to boost opportunities for Māori students and foster effective research collaborations.

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