International opportunities for students
At Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, we have a range of exciting international opportunities available to our students.
These opportunities give you the chance to engage with global issues, enhance your academic experience, form new cross-cultural friendships, and increase your employability. Explore our different opportunities below or reach out to our friendly team for more information.
Wellington Global Exchange
Complete part of your degree overseas. Spend one or two trimesters at one of our 150 global university partners.
Wellington International Leadership Programme
Join our free leadership programme open to all students. This programme will give you access to seminars, events, and activities in Wellington and beyond.
Prime Minister’s Scholarship programme
This programme gives you the opportunity to apply for a fully-funded international experience in Asia or Latin America.
Contact us
For questions regarding Wellington Global Exchange and Prime Minister's Scholarships, email student-exchange@vuw.ac.nz.
For questions regarding the Wellington International Leadership Programme, email international-leadership@vuw.ac.nz.
Double degrees with an overseas university
If you're studying either a Bachelor or Arts in International relations, or a Master of Computer Science, you could study a double degree across two universities.
LUISS, Italy
Students enrolled in a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations have the opportunity to also receive a Bachelor of Arts in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics from Libera Università Internazionale degli Studi Sociali (LUISS), in Rome, Italy.
Email Manjeet Pardesi if you are interested in applying.
ZHAW, Switzerland
Students enrolled in a Master of Computer Science have the opportunity to also receive a Master of Science in Engineering at Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW).
Email Aaron Chen if you are interested in applying.
Connect with international students
Take advantage of the opportunity to meet international students and help them settle into life in Wellington.
Conversation leaders
Student learning takes 20 volunteers each year to be Conversation Leaders, helping international students practice their English and increase their confidence.
International buddy programme
Become a buddy, meet fantastic people, share your knowledge of Kiwi life, and help welcome new international students to New Zealand and the University.