New graduates

You’re now part of our global alumni community—discover more about what that means and how to get involved and stay connected.

Congratulations on your graduation. Being a Victoria University of Wellington alumnus is all about staying connected—with other Victoria graduates and with the University.

The University’s Engagement and Alumni team organise a range of events, programmes and benefits to help you in your career and to stay in touch with the University. We can support you as you enter the workforce, and we have alumni networks around the world that can help out if you move overseas.

No joining fees

Everyone who graduates from Victoria University of Wellington with a degree, diploma or certificate automatically becomes part of our alumni community. There are no fees to pay or membership forms to complete.

Moving overseas

Our alumni live all over the globe and there are active alumni networks in several cities and countries. If you want to introduce yourself to an alumni contact in the new city you're moving to, visit our overseas networks page.

Update your contact details

As you move around New Zealand or the world, you’ll be invited to events and to join networking functions. You’ll receive University news, be able to enter our competitions and much more—update your details now.

Order your transcript

Need a transcript of your degree for your future employer? Order your academic transcript or Certificate of Completion.

Career advice

Don’t forget, with a quick password reset you can access CareerHub and the services of the Careers and Employment team long after you graduate.

They can provide fresh eyes over your CV, set you up in a professional skills workshop or show you a job listing you hadn’t found otherwise—make the most of their services.

Benefits

Discover the lifelong benefits on offer to you— from library access to book discounts and career-building opportunities.

Graduation photos

Looking for graduation photos? If you're after your 'formal' graduation photo, taken by Woolf Photography during your graduation ceremony, visit the Woolf Photography website.

You can also find photos of the graduation parades on Victoria University of Wellington Alumni Facebook page.