- 2026, Trimester 1: Apply by 1 Dec 2025 to start studying 23 Feb 2026
Postgraduate Diploma in Arts – PGDipArts
Enhance your Bachelor's degree with further study at postgraduate level in your major subject area.
Find out who to contact for more information about the PGDipArts and how to apply.
Select your subject
Italian
This subject will not be accepting new students in 2024.
Key dates
If you are studying at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington for the first time, or moving from the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) to degree study, you must attend International Orientation and Enrolment prior to the start of your programme. Make sure you check the orientation dates for your programme.
Key dates
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How to apply as an international student
Before you apply, make sure you can meet the entry requirements and cover your fees and costs. It’s free to apply. You’ll only need to pay tuition fees once you have confirmed that you will study here.
1. Check key dates and apply early
You can start applying at any time, but there is an application deadline for each trimester.2. Prepare your documentation
As part of your application, you’ll need to provide:
- a certified copy of your passport (the personal details page)
- evidence of your proficiency in English (if required)
- a certified copy of your official academic results.
3. Apply now
4. Wait for confirmation
We’ll send you an email, usually within a week, to confirm we’ve received your application.If you are accepted to study, we’ll email you an Offer of Place that guarantees you entry to your chosen programme. In some cases your Offer may have conditions that need to be met before your entry is guaranteed. We’ll then tell you what you need to do next.
If you don’t receive a confirmation email within two weeks of submitting your application, or if it’s been more than four weeks since you were notified that your application was received, contact us.
If you want to start planning your study, find out what you need to do to get ready to study in Wellington.
Contact
- School of Languages and Cultures
- slc@vuw.ac.nz
- +64 4 463 5293
- Monday–Friday, 9.30 am–3 pm
- Level 6 von Zedlitz Building, Kelburn Parade, Wellington.
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