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Welcome to Wellington, New Zealand's capital city. Victoria University has 4 campuses based around the centre of the city. The harbour and surrounding hills offer up plenty of activities for visitors, and most of the university and city can be reached on foot.
The Red Eyes (Melb) NZ Homecoming Tour, 28/01/12
The Red Eyes, Australia’s much loved Dub/Reggae monster group, celebrate their 10th birthday in 2012 with their
The Dresden Dolls, 28/01/12
The return of The Dresden Dolls – two NZ shows in January 2012.
- Girl Anachronism http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sO5APfKnR50
- Coin
The Makers of Modern New Zealand, 25/11/11
The Makers of Modern New Zealand 1930-1990, curated by Brian Easton. 60 portraits representing transformational change in NZ
Reflecting
Unveiled: 200 Years of Wedding Fashion, 20/12/11
Unveiled showcases 200 years of extraordinary wedding fashion from one of the world’s most superb collections – that
Munted, 24/01/12
Munted by the Bare Hunt Collective.
In their next offering after back/words, Bare Hunt Collective brings you Munted, a
The Motor Camp - Return Season, 20/01/12
The Motor Camp
A comedy by Dave Armstrong
Based on a story by Danny Mulheron
Directed by Danny Mulheron
Circa One
21 January
Government Buildings Open Days, 14/01/12
Visit Wellington's iconic Government Buildings. With imposing facades, sweeping staircases, cast iron fireplaces and kauri clad interiors, the
Camera Work, 24/01/12
Fiona Amundsen: The First City in History
John Lake: The Campus
Simon Starling: Autoxylopyrocycloboros
Kohei Yoshiyuki: The Park
24 January - 15
Sunday Storytime, 22/01/12
Fun for the kids... Sundays 10:30am at Tūī Terrace (weather dependent). Free with admission.
Join Just Giraffe storytellers for
The Mighty Mighty Market, 04/02/12
The Mighty Mighty Market is held on the 1st Saturday of every month. A soiree of sorts, celebrating
Explore & Find your way around Wellington with Google Street View.
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Mid Summer. Long warm days, can be gusty at times, little rain.
Average rainfall: 5.55 cm
Mid Summer. Warmest month with generally settled weather.
Average rainfall: 6.11 cm
Late Summer. Warm, mild conditions with settled weather.
Average rainfall: 6.07 cm
Autumn Days shorter as daylight savings ends. Generally mild but can become unsettled.
Average rainfall: 4.97cm
Late Autumn Cooler weather with unsettled conditions.
Average rainfall: 6.82 cm
Winter. Short days, Wind and rain – never cold enough for snow but the cold southerly wind will cut through light clothes.
Average rainfall: 8.00 cm
Winter. Short days, Wind and rain – never cold enough for snow but the cold southerly wind will cut through light clothes.
Average rainfall: 9.45 cm
Winter. Short days, Wind and rain – never cold enough for snow but the cold southerly wind will cut through light clothes.
Average rainfall: 7.32 cm
Late Winter. Days starting to lengthen, but still cool weather and very changeable.
Average rainfall: 6.45 cm
Spring. Days get longer. Stronger winds can pick up from the north but they bring with them warmer air. 8.7 cm
Spring. Days get longer. Stronger winds can pick up from the north but they bring with them warmer air. 6.1 cm
Early Summer. Longer, warmer days but there can still be unsettled weather.
Average rainfall: 5.66 cm
Get a feel for life as an international student at Victoria University of Wellington. Plus learn a bit about life in New Zealand...
Learn about the different international programmes of academic study, browse the many Victoria degrees available to students, or use our Degree Explorer to find the specific degree that matches the area you are interested in, its admission requirements and costs...

If you have just received an offer of place from us and you're wondering what to do next, we have everything you need to prepare for your time at Victoria...
Victoria University of Wellington has a wide-ranging commitment to international engagement. Put simply, we seek to bring the world to Victoria and Victoria to the world.
How to applyGet an application form and find out your fees and academic requirements. Also find out what documentation you need to send in, how to pay, and what happens once you have applied...
Our International Student Services Team is dedicated to providing support to our international students. We can help you with any questions or concerns, big or small...
