Victoria University of Wellington: Statistics
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #558 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #28 of 59 | In Oceania |
| #5 of 8 | In New Zealand |
| #104 of 1,021 | For Publishing |
| Top50% | For 184 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 64%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Bachelor
- Website
- www.wgtn.ac.nz
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 64% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Acceptable credits in the National Certificate of Educational Achievement or approved alternative |
| Academic Calendar | (March - June; July-October; November-February |
We've calculated the 64% acceptance rate for Victoria University of Wellington based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
Victoria University of Wellington is a world-class research university with 28,880 scientific papers published and 577,417 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Biology, Engineering, Computer Science, Political Science, Physics, Law, Sociology, and Philosophy.
Victoria University of Wellington majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 174 | 1173 |
| 1991 | 161 | 1207 |
| 1992 | 171 | 1318 |
| 1993 | 180 | 1308 |
| 1994 | 238 | 1639 |
| 1995 | 216 | 1610 |
| 1996 | 228 | 1835 |
| 1997 | 241 | 1724 |
| 1998 | 287 | 2238 |
| 1999 | 308 | 2464 |
| 2000 | 281 | 2821 |
| 2001 | 285 | 3119 |
| 2002 | 329 | 3769 |
| 2003 | 330 | 4526 |
| 2004 | 469 | 5668 |
| 2005 | 467 | 6237 |
| 2006 | 549 | 7416 |
| 2007 | 612 | 8832 |
| 2008 | 673 | 10204 |
| 2009 | 792 | 12544 |
| 2010 | 889 | 14579 |
| 2011 | 1072 | 17373 |
| 2012 | 1033 | 20303 |
| 2013 | 1209 | 24542 |
| 2014 | 1172 | 26533 |
| 2015 | 1223 | 28776 |
| 2016 | 1381 | 31312 |
| 2017 | 1553 | 33720 |
| 2018 | 1505 | 36696 |
| 2019 | 1584 | 42950 |
| 2020 | 1709 | 51995 |
| 2021 | 2151 | 68195 |
| 2022 | 1883 | 59384 |
Tuition
The tuition table for Victoria University of Wellington gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Domestic Tuition Fee (per year) | International Tuition Fee (per year) |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | $6,650 | $29,500 |
| Bachelor of Commerce | $7,300 | $32,500 |
| Bachelor of Science | $7,300 | $32,500 |
| Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) | $9,650 | $44,000 |
| Bachelor of Laws | $9,650 | $44,000 |
| Master of Business Administration | $52,000 | $60,000 |
| Master of Science | $8,000 | $36,000 |
| Doctor of Philosophy | $7,300 | $32,500 |
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Victoria University of Wellington.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Victoria University of Wellington alumni
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Taika Waititi
- Occupations
- directorfilm actorfilm producerscreenwriterfilm director
- Biography
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Taika David Cohen, known professionally as Taika Waititi, is a New Zealand filmmaker, actor and comedian. He is a recipient of an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award and a Grammy Award and has received two nominations at the Primetime Emmy Awards. His feature films Boy (2010) and Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016) have each been the top-grossing New Zealand film. Time magazine named him one of the 100 most influential people in the world on its annual list in 2022.
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Sam Neill
- Occupations
- television actorwinegroweractorfilm actorfilm director
- Biography
-
Sir Nigel John Dermot "Sam" Neill KNZM OBE is an Irish-born New Zealand actor. Neill's 53-year career has included leading roles in both dramas and blockbusters. Considered an "international leading man", he has been regarded as one of the most versatile actors of his generation.
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Melanie Lynskey
- Occupations
- television actorfilm actoractor
- Biography
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Melanie Jayne Lynskey is a New Zealand actress. Known for her portrayals of complex women and her command of American dialects, she works predominantly in independent films and television, and is the recipient of numerous accolades, including a Critics' Choice Television Award and a nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award.
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Jane Campion
- Occupations
- film directorfilm produceractorscreenwriter
- Biography
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Dame Elizabeth Jane Campion is a New Zealand filmmaker. She is best known for writing and directing the critically acclaimed films The Piano (1993) and The Power of the Dog (2021), for which she has received two Academy Awards (including Best Director for the latter), two BAFTA Awards, and two Golden Globe Awards. Campion was appointed a Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit (DNZM) in the 2016 New Year Honours, for services to film.
Victoria University of Wellington faculties and divisions
| Faculty : Architecture and Design | Architecture, Building Technologies, Design, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Commerce and Administration | Administration, Business and Commerce, Communication Studies, Economics, Finance, Government, Information Management, Public Administration |
| Faculty : Education | Education, Teacher Training |
| Faculty : Humanities and Social Sciences | Anthropology, Art History, Arts and Humanities, Asian Studies, Classical Languages, Criminology, Education, English, History, International Relations and Diplomacy, Leisure Studies, Linguistics, Midwifery, Music, Nursing, Pacific Area Studies, Philosophy, Political Sciences, Religious Studies, Social Policy, Sociology, Theatre, Women's Studies |
| Faculty : Law | Law |
| Faculty : Science | Biological and Life Sciences, Biology, Biomedicine, Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Sciences, Ecology, Electronic Engineering, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Geophysics, Marine Biology, Mathematics, Molecular Biology, Natural Sciences, Petroleum and Gas Engineering, Physics, Psychology, Statistics |
| Graduate School : Nursing, Midwifery and Health | Midwifery, Nursing |
| School : Te Kura Maori | Teacher Training |
General information
| Founded | 1897 |
|---|---|
| Motto | Sapientia magis auro desideranda Wisdom is preferable to gold |
Location and contacts
| Address | P.O. Box 600 Wellington New Zealand |
|---|---|
| City population | 419,000 |