There's never been a better time to study the biological sciences. The field is rapidly growing and changing, creating new possibilities for human society and the environment—from our developing understanding of genes to the newly-realised potential of biotechnology.
At Victoria University of Wellington you'll be debating ethical, cultural and legal issues as you gain new scientific knowledge and perspectives. You'll learn to look at the world of science from an informed and analytical viewpoint.
Wellington is home to some of the country’s leading science research organisations. You’ll learn from lecturers who are actively involved in research, both within the School and at organisations like the Malaghan Institute of Medical Research, Te Kāuru—Ferrier Research Institute and Callaghan Innovation.
My curiosity has always drawn me to science—I like to know how things work.
Max Hayhurst
Student, Master of Science in Molecular Microbiology
The laboratory facilities you’ll use at Te Kura Mātauranga Koiora—School of Biological Sciences are world class—with 12,000 square metres of modern teaching, research, and laboratory facilities.
Graduates have scientific, ethical, and business skills—and are ready to step into a range of fascinating and important scientific professions. You might go into scientific research and work in a clinical research laboratory, or for a biotech or medtech firm. Or you could continue your studies and go on to train new biologists while carrying out your own research programme in biology.
With a high number of biotech startups, Wellington is a great place to study Biological Sciences. The University has connections to science organisations, businesses, government and specialists in the field.
It never fails to amaze me how one small change in a protein or chemical can have huge effects that we can see with our own eyes.
Jade Palmer
Student, Bachelor of Science with Honours, majoring in microbiology
Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is a welcoming place with great student support. There are all sorts of resources available to help you get the best out of your time at university.
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