Research
Victoria University of Wellington is New Zealand’s most research intensive university. In 2013 Victoria was ranked first among New Zealand universities based on the research performance of its academic staff in the national PBRF Evaluation.
Victoria ranked first or second in 24 of the 36 subject areas offered.
Our researchers enjoy collaborating with people from government agencies, business, and major scientific and cultural institutions in Wellington and around the world.
Our research strengths are broad—and range from biotechnology, earth sciences and nuclear magnetic resonance to Maori knowledge, linguistics and law. A number of our researchers are also successful entrepreneurs who have partnered with business to bring new products and ideas to commercial markets.
Our PhD students are at the heart of our research culture and as well as having a Faculty of Graduate Research to offer support to our graduate students we offer a range of scholarships to support their work.
We are committed to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and their implementation in research which is by Māori, for Māori, involves Māori or is relevant to Māori.
Research at Victoria
Victoria University of Wellington has a strong research culture and a commitment to generating new knowledge with a major social, economic or scholarly impact.
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Business Research and Development
At Victoria we have experts who can help you develop new ideas and products for your business.
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Support for Victoria Researchers
Helpful information for staff and students researchers at Victoria.
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