No intake for 2025 or 2026
The Graduate Certificate in Restorative Justice Practice is not being offered in 2025 or 2026.
Theory and practice
Get the knowledge and skills you need to improve your professional practice. You’ll cover the complexities of restorative justice theory and key challenges in applying it in a range of roles and sectors.
Recognised by a range of training and accreditation bodies, the Certificate is the only qualification in New Zealand that covers restorative justice practice across the criminal justice, education, health, social welfare and human resources sectors.
Based in the School of Government, you’ll learn in an interactive and multi-disciplinary environment, studying with award-winning lecturers who are active researchers and practitioners in the field.
You can also set yourself up for postgraduate study in related fields.
Study while you work
The Certificate is set up so you can study part time while you work. There’s an online platform for distance students and you can get entry to the Certificate based on your professional training and experience.
International scholarships
Many scholarships are available for international students at Victoria University of Wellington. They can help with tuition fees and with accommodation costs.
Support for students
Victoria University of Wellington is a welcoming place with great student support. There are all sorts of resources available to help you make the best of your time at university.
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