INTERNATIONAL STUDENT FULL DEGREE APPLICATION FORM

HOW TO COMPLETE THE APPLICATION FORM

PLAN YOUR DEGREE AND MAJOR

We encourage students to research the degrees and majors they plan to study at Victoria University of Wellington.
For a full list of degrees and subject areas offered, go to www.victoria.ac.nz/international/study
PhD applicants: Do NOT use this application form. There is a separate application process for the PhD degree, managed by the
Faculty of Graduate Research—go to www.victoria.ac.nz/fgr

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

Complete all sections in the Application Form, sign it and courier (preferably using a
tracked worldwide courier service) or mail your form and supporting documents to the APPLICATION CLOSING DATES
below address so it arrives by the closing dates listed on the right.
For study beginning in:
Victoria International Trimester 1 (March): 1 December
Victoria University of Wellington
Level 2, Easterfield Building, Kelburn Campus Trimester 2 (July): 1 May
PO Box 600 Trimester 3 (November): 1 September
Wellington, New Zealand Some programmes have an earlier
application closing date. Applications
As a minimum, you must include: received after the above dates are
• a completed International Student Full Degree Application Form considered on a case-by-case basis.
• official documentation of your academic results
• a certified copy of your passport (personal details page).
Note that some programmes have additional requirements.
If your first language is not English, you must also include supporting evidence of your
English proficiency—see page 2 of this form for details.
Postgraduate students must also include the items listed under Academic Requirements
for Postgraduate Study and Research on page 2 of this form.

RECEIVE AN OFFER OF PLACE

When we receive your application, we will acknowledge it with an email. After an assessment is made, successful applicants will receive an
Offer of Place and pre-arrival information by email, including your offer status, offered programme and start date.

VISIT THE PRE-ARRIVAL WEBSITE

It is important to review the pre-arrival information at www.victoria.ac.nz/pre-arrival, which includes important advice on the
accommodation application process, your student visa, and medical and travel insurance.
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 APPLICATION TO STUDY AS AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
TO STUDY AT VICTORIA UNIVERSITY OF WELLINGTON AS POSTGRADUATE STUDY AND RESEARCH
AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT YOU WILL NEED A GOOD
ENGLISH-LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
COMMAND OF THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND A GOOD
One of:
RECORD OF ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT.
• IELTS overall band of 6.5 with no sub-score below 6.0
IMPORTANT: These are the minimum English-language and academic • TOEFL 90 on the internet-based test with at least 20 in writing
requirements for admission to Victoria University of Wellington. Where
places on a degree programme are limited, higher entry requirements • a minimum of two ratings of 5 and two ratings of 4 in the Victoria
may be applied at the discretion of the University. University of Wellington English Proficiency Programme test —see
Pathways to Study in the International Prospectus, page 18
UNDERGRADUATE STUDY • Pearson Test of English: score of 58 (with a ‘Communicative’ score
of not less than 50).
ENGLISH-LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
The following programmes have specific English–language
One of: requirements:
• IELTS overall band of 6.0 with no sub-score below 5.5 • Postgraduate teaching degree programmes and all Graduate
• TOEFL 80 on the internet-based test School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health programmes require a
• a minimum of three ratings of 4 and one rating of 3 in the Victoria minimum IELTS overall band of 7.0 with no sub-score below 7.0.
University of Wellington English Proficiency Programme test—see • Master of Laws and Master of International Trade require a minimum
Pathways to Study in the International Prospectus, page 18 IELTS overall band of 7.0 with a writing score of 7.0 with no sub-score
• Pearson Test of English: score of 50 (with a ‘Communicative’ score below 6.5; or TOEFL or English Proficiency Programme equivalent.
of not less than 42). • Master of Information Management requires a minimum IELTS
The following programmes have specific English-language overall band of 6.5 with a writing score of 7.0 with no sub-score
requirements: below 6.0; or TOEFL or English Proficiency Programme equivalent.
• Undergraduate teaching degree programmes may require a • Master of e-Government requires a minimum IELTS overall band of
minimum IELTS overall band of 7.0 with no sub-score below 7.0. 6.5 with a writing score of 7.0 with no sub-score below 6.0; or TOEFL
or English Proficiency Programme equivalent.
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
See qualifications for entry on page 3 of this form. ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
If you have studied a university foundation programme outside of Academic entry requirements vary for postgraduate programmes at
New Zealand, it must be recognised by Victoria University of Wellington Victoria University of Wellington. You will need to have successfully
and you will need to have successfully completed the programme with completed a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least a B average
at least a 75% average or equivalent. Applications are assessed on a from a recognised tertiary institution. A background in a particular subject
case-by-case basis. area may be required and/or extensive relevant work experience. Some
postgraduate programmes have different entry requirements.
ACADEMIC CREDIT TRANSFER AND EXEMPTIONS Each application is assessed individually and entry into postgraduate
Academic credit transfer recognises previous study at another programmes is at the discretion of the programme director.
recognised institution and transfers university points (credit) to a Postgraduate applicants may also be required to provide supporting
degree at Victoria University of Wellington. Credit transfer can reduce material such as a CV, research proposal or academic references.
the number of courses required to complete a degree. In some cases, it For more information, find your chosen programme on our website:
may be possible to complete a degree in two years, instead of three. www.victoria.ac.nz/international/study/postgraduate
Please note that academic credit transfer is not applicable for
postgraduate study.
Any undergraduate applicant who has more than the minimum
PROOF OF ENGLISH-LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
entrance requirements for an undergraduate degree can apply for When applying for admission, please provide a copy of your latest
credit transfer on their application form. Full official documentation English-language test score, if available. Please note that test results
from previous studies must be provided, including an original academic are only valid for two years.
transcript, signed and dated by the issuing institution, or a certified You may be exempt from the English-language requirements if your
copy of the original. Detailed course descriptions of previous study may previous studies were undertaken in a native English-speaking
also be required. country or in an English-language curriculum. However, you may still
If you have already completed a course that is equivalent to one be required to provide an appropriate English-language test score.
required at Victoria University of Wellington for a prerequisite, major
or degree, you may be considered for an exemption so that you do
not have to take the course again. An exemption does not necessarily
transfer credit or points. You may be considered for an exemption as
part of the credit transfer assessment.
The assessment process usually takes up to six weeks, so you are
strongly encouraged to apply for this when you first apply to study at
Victoria University of Wellington.
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 APPLICATION TO STUDY AS AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT
MINIMUM ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS FOR UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSION

JAPAN High School Diploma with an average of 3.5 or higher

A LEVELS (UK) Three GCE Advanced Level passes at grade C or higher; (outside
UK) three GCE Advanced Level passes, one subject must be at grade C or higher KOREA Korean University Entrance Examination minimum mark of 80%, or
score of 250; or High School Diploma, plus one year of Bachelor’s degree–level
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE Achievement of the Diploma. A grade of 3 study at a recognised institution*
or higher in Higher Level English A or B; or a grade of 5 or higher in Standard
MALAYSIA STPM with 3 passes at C grade or higher; or maximum score of 18
Level English A fulfils the English-language requirement
points over 6 academic subjects in the UEC; or successful completion of the
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (Canadian Pre-U) with an average of at least
NEW ZEALAND 65% across six subjects in Grade 12.
Entry from NCEA:
A grade of A- or higher in SPM English; or B4 or higher in GCE O-level English
• attained NCEA Level 3; and 1119; or B or higher in STPM English; or B4 or higher in UEC English fulfils the
• achieved 14 credits at NCEA Level 3 in each of three subjects from the list English-language requirement
of approved subjects; and NETHERLANDS VWO Gymnasium A or B
•  achieved University Entrance Literacy requirements: 10 credits at Level 2 or
NORWAY Vitnemål for Videregående. A grade of 4/VG or higher in English
higher, made up of 5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing from specific
fulfils the English-language requirement
standards; and
•  achieved University Entrance Numeracy requirements: 10 credits at Level 1 OMAN One year of Bachelor’s degree–level study at a recognised institution*;
or higher from specific achievement standards, or three specific numeracy or successful completion of a two- or three-year Diploma from a recognised
unit standards. institution

For more information, go to: www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/ PHILIPPINES Successful completion of one year of Bachelor’s degree–level
awards/university-entrance study at a recognised institution*
Successful completion of a New Zealand university foundation programme— RUSSIA Certificate of Secondary (Complete) General Education; or successful
for grade requirements contact the International Admissions team at victoria- completion of one year of Bachelor’s degree–level study at a recognised
[email protected] institution*
Successful completion of a one-year qualification rated Level 4 or higher by SAMOA See South Pacific Nations
NZQA and taught by a New Zealand polytechnic or university; or successful SAUDI ARABIA One year of Bachelor’s degree–level study at a recognised
completion of one year of full-time study towards such a qualification, with at institution*; or successful completion of a two- or three-year Diploma from a
least a B- average recognised institution
CIE (Cambridge International Exams, NZ) Gain a minimum of 120 points on SINGAPORE Three H2 Level passes at grade C or higher; or 18 points where
the New Zealand Tariff Score table, and a minimum grade of D in each of at A=10, B=8, C=6 etc
least three subjects equivalent to those in the approved subjects list for NCEA
at AS or A level. Gain a minimum D pass in IGCSE Mathematics and a minimum SOUTH AFRICA Senior Matriculation Certificate (National Senior Certificate)
E pass in AS English Language or AS English Literature. with an aggregate score of C or 3. A grade of D or 4 or higher in English fulfils
the English-language requirement
AUSTRALIA Completion of Year 12 with an ATAR of at least 75
SOUTH PACIFIC NATIONS South Pacific Senior Secondary Certificate with three
BRAZIL Successful completion of one year of Bachelor’s degree–level study at B/Merit grades plus a minimum grade of 5 in PSSC English and 6 in PSSC Maths;
a recognised institution* or University of the South Pacific Foundation year with a minimum of C in
CANADA High School Diploma with an average of 65% or higher across Communication; or National University of Samoa Foundation Certificate with an
five subjects in Grade 12. Requirements vary from province to province. For average grade B3; or a score of 250 or higher in the Fiji 7th Form Certificate with
province-specific requirements, contact the International Admissions team at passes in 4 subjects; or Tonga National Form 7 Certificate with three B grades
[email protected] plus a minimum grade of 5 in PSSC English and 6 in PSSC Maths
CHINA PRC Senior High School Graduation minimum 75% overall, plus one SRI LANKA Three GCE Advanced Level passes, one subject must be at grade C
year of Bachelor’s degree–level study at a recognised institution*; or Senior or higher
High School Graduation minimum 75% overall, plus a completed two- or three- SWEDEN Avgangsbetyg, Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola or Högskoleförberedande
year Diploma from a recognised institution; or achieved a Tier 1 score in the examen. A grade of 4/VG or 15/C in English (A or B) in the Avgangsbetyg/
National University Entrance Examination (Gaokao) at a recognised institution Slutbetyg; or a grade of C or higher in English (5 or 6) in the Högskoleförberedande
DENMARK Successful completion of Højere Handelseksamen; or successful examen fulfils the English-language requirement
completion of Højere Forberedelseseksamen. A grade of 7 or higher in English TAIWAN Senior High School Diploma with an average grade of B+, plus one
fulfils the English-language requirement year of Bachelor’s degree–level study at a recognised institution*
FIJI See South Pacific Nations THAILAND Matayom 6 with a GPA of 3.2 or higher; or successful completion of
FINLAND Successful completion of Ylioppilastutkinto / Studentexamen. A one year of Bachelor’s degree–level study at a recognised institution* with a
grade of 8 or higher in English fulfils the English-language requirement GPA of 2.5 or higher
FRANCE Successful completion of Diplôme du Baccalauréat TONGA See South Pacific Nations
GERMANY Successful completion of Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife UNITED KINGDOM Three GCE Advanced Level passes at grade C or higher. See
(Abitur). A grade of 13 or higher in English fulfils the English-language A Levels for requirements for outside UK
requirement UAE One year of Bachelor’s degree–level study at a recognised institution*;
HONG KONG Successful completion of the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary or successful completion of a two- or three-year Diploma from a recognised
Education (HKDSE) with at least three subjects achieved at Level 4 or higher, institution
including English and two elective subjects USA High School Diploma, and a SAT score of 1200 or higher overall; or High
INDIA All-India Senior School Certificate (AISSC) minimum 75% overall; or School Diploma, and an ACT composite score of 24 or higher
India School Certificate (ISC) minimum 75% overall. A grade of 65% or higher VIET NAM Grade 12 with a GPA of 8.0 or higher (when High School Graduation
in English fulfils the English-language requirement Certificate attained in 2016 and onwards)
INDONESIA Sekolah Menengah Atas / Madrasah Aliyah (SMA/MA) with a *To find out if yours is a recognised institution, contact the Victoria
final grade of 86 or higher; or successful completion of one year of Bachelor’s International Admissions team at [email protected]
degree–level study at a recognised institution*
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 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT FULL DEGREE APPLICATION FORM
This application form is to be used by all international students applying to study for a degree programme at Victoria University of Wellington, with the exception of PhD.
There is a separate application process for PhD applicants, managed by the Faculty of Graduate Research—go to www.victoria.ac.nz/fgr
ALL sections in this form must be completed. Please print clearly in block letters. Enclose one set of supporting documents with this application—all
documents must be certified copies. This application will not be processed unless full documentation is attached.
Please mail or courier your completed form—emailed applications are NOT accepted.
STUDENT TELEPHONE
SUBMISSION DETAILS
This application is submitted by
STUDENT EMAIL ADDRESS (if not already given above)
Self (direct applicant)
Representative
EMAIL ADDRESS FOR CORRESPONDENCE (representative or student) DISABILITY INFORMATION
Do you identify as having a disability, impairment, injury or medical
condition and/or are you Deaf?
POSTAL ADDRESS FOR CORRESPONDENCE (representative or student)
Yes Some additional costs may apply, so it is important that you contact
*Please note that we cannot courier/FedEx to PO Box numbers. If a
us at [email protected] to discuss your needs.
PO Box number is provided this may delay postage time.
No
FUNDING OF STUDY
How do you intend to pay for your studies?
Private funds
Home government scholarship (please specify scholarship type)
Are you studying at an institution which has a special arrangement with
Victoria University of Wellington (e.g., Partner University Programmes,
Tuition Fees Discount Agreement)? If so, please specify: NZ ASEAN, Pacific, Development or Commonwealth Scholarship
(please specify scholarship type)

STUDENT PERSONAL DETAILS

Other (please specify)
FAMILY NAME (as shown on student passport)

GIVEN NAME(S) (as shown on student passport) PROFICIENCY IN ENGLISH

To study at Victoria University of Wellington you MUST be proficient
in English. For more details, go to www.victoria.ac.nz/international.
FULL NAME (in an order you want your legal name to be shown in
Documentary evidence of the following information is required.
official university records)
English was the language of instruction in previous studies
completed in a native English-speaking country.
I will study / am studying in the Victoria University of Wellington English
GENDER Male Female GenderX (Gender diverse) Proficiency Programme
DATE OF BIRTH I will sit / have sat an English proficiency test
NATIONALITY (as shown on student passport) Date taken/to be taken

English test name

Are you also a New Zealand citizen / Permanent Resident?
Yes No Results (if known)

PREFERRED PROGRAMME OF STUDY AT VICTORIA UNIVERSITY OF WELLINGTON (IN ORDER OF PREFERENCE)

What degree/qualification is this application for?
Degree/qualification Major(s)
1st choice:
2nd choice:
Master’s by Research applicants
Master’s by Research applicants are advised to contact an academic in the relevant school/department to ensure that the area of proposed
research can be supervised at Victoria University of Wellington.

When do you intend to begin study at Victoria University of Wellington? February July November Year:
What is your intended career?

Do you think your chosen qualification will help you fulfil this career aspiration? Yes No
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 QUALIFICATIONS AND ACADEMIC RECORDS
Please provide details and official documentation of your academic results for all university qualifications. Include complete and incomplete
qualifications.

Pre-university study Date Date

Name of qualification Institution and country commenced completed

Undergraduate Date Date

Name of qualification Institution and country commenced completed

Postgraduate Date Date

Name of qualification Institution and country commenced completed

Are you CURRENTLY awaiting results of any studies undertaken this year?
No Yes—Please indicate below when these results will be available
Degree/qualification Institution and country Date results available

Are you seeking a credit transfer (undergraduate applicants only)

No Yes—Please provide official academic transcripts and course descriptions for all tertiary study. If you are awaiting results,
please provide these documents as soon as possible. For credit transfer guidelines, go to www.victoria.ac.nz/international
Relevant work history/experience
If you have work experience relevant to this application, please supply a a copy of your CV.
(Work experience is not taken into account for admission to undergraduate programmes.)

I HAVE INCLUDED: DECLARATION

Certified copy of my passport (personal details page) 1. The information set out in this application and supporting documents is true and complete
to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if I withhold information or provide false or
Evidence of my English proficiency (where required) misleading information my enrolment may be declined or terminated.
Official documentation of my academic results 2. I understand that I will not be admitted into the course or programme for which I have
applied:
IMPORTANT NOTES
Documents submitted with this application must • unless my application complies with the University’s admission and enrolment
be certified true copies of the originals, translated requirements and relevant qualification regulations; and
into English if necessary. Any certified documents
submitted must be certified by the institution that • until any conditions advised by the University have been satisfied.
issued the documents or by an official notary and 3. I understand that the University may amend course and programme offerings, fees, levies,
must bear the official stamp of the person or statutes, policies, regulations and procedures without notice.
institution. Photocopies or facsimiles of documents
are not acceptable. 4. I have read and understood the refund policy which is included in the Victoria University of
Wellington Fees Statute (www.victoria.ac.nz/documents/policy/finance/fees-statute-2019.pdf).
The submission of fraudulent or forged documentation
in support of this application will automatically 5. I understand that the information I provide is being collected for the purposes described
disqualify a student from enrolment. Victoria University in, and will be used in accordance with, the University’s Privacy Notice (available at www.
of Wellington reserves the right to inform all other victoria.ac.nz/privacy).
New Zealand universities of such cases, including the
student’s name and date of birth. 6. I understand that I must meet the requirements of Immigration New Zealand to study in
Immigration New Zealand and the Police will also be New Zealand.
informed. The submission of enrolment application
7. I authorise Immigration New Zealand and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and
documentation with this University denotes
Employment to provide the University with any personal details regarding my immigration
acceptance of these terms and constitutes consent to
status, including any information that I have submitted to Immigration New Zealand in the
disclosure for the purposes of Privacy Principle 11 set
course of any visa or permit application.
out in the Privacy Act 1993.
Where places on a degree programme are limited, 8. I further agree that the University may supply personal information to Immigration New
higher entry requirements may be applied at the Zealand and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment where the University
discretion of Victoria University of Wellington. considers the information relevant to my immigration status.
PLEASE RETURN THIS FORM AND ALL CERTIFIED/ 9. I understand that I must notify the University of any change in my contact details,
ATTESTED DOCUMENTATION TO: accommodation type, residential address or immigration status.
Victoria International 10. I am aware of the tuition and living costs associated with studying in the course or
Victoria University of Wellington programme and I am able to meet all expenses (including medical expenses) for the
Level 2, Easterfield Building, Kelburn Campus duration of my study. I understand that if I am unable to meet these costs, the University
PO Box 600 and the New Zealand Government will not be expected to help me.
Wellington, NEW ZEALAND

STUDENT SIGNATURE DD/MM/YY
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 POLICIES TO PROTECT YOU
CODE OF PRACTICE 1.6 A student enrolled in a PhD or Master’s by Thesis for six or twelve months,
who gives written notice of withdrawal from enrolment within four weeks
The Education (Pastoral Care of International Students) Code of Practice of having been enrolled, shall cease to be liable for the fees associated
2016 (The Code) published by the Ministry of Education is a policy specially with that course.
designed for international students. It sets the standards of advice and care
1.7 A student who gives written notice of withdrawal from a supervised
that must be given by an institution to an international student.
individual research paper/project, practicum, dissertation or similar
Victoria University of Wellington has agreed to observe and be bound by course within four weeks of the start date for that course shall cease to be
liable for the fees of that course.
The Code. Copies of The Code are available from Victoria International or
from the New Zealand Qualifications Authority website at 1.8 Victoria University of Wellington may approve partial or full refunds in
www.nzqa.govt.nz/the-code. Students or guardian/parents of students exceptional circumstances. Refunds will be subject to receipt of a written
who feel an area of The Code has been breached should document the request setting out the full circumstances. If a full fee reconsideration is
breach in writing to the Assistant Vice-Chancellor (International), who approved, the University will reverse the full tuition and non-tuition fees
liable to the student, less $100.
will take all steps to ensure that the grievance is settled. If a favourable
outcome is not reached, the case will be referred to the NZQA. The 1.9 Refunds of fee payments derived from a Contract will be credited back to
University agrees to be bound by the Code procedures and will offer any the organisation that has set up the contract with the University. Refunds
information and cooperate with NZQA while they investigate a complaint. will not be made to students if there are fees remaining to be paid for their
current academic year.
Students have the right to information about progress and decisions
regarding their complaint as well as translation services if necessary to 1.10 Subject to clauses 1.2 to 1.9, all refunds will be paid by bank transfer (on
ensure adequate comprehension. production of appropriate photo ID).
2. FULL REFUNDS
FEES, LEVIES AND CHARGES 2.1 Full refunds will be made pursuant to the relevant clauses of the Fees
International students (‘Students’) are required to pay a tuition fee for Statute and in the following circumstances:
each course in which they are enrolled, course material charges, student a) The Student is unable to take up the offer of admission;
services levy, student assistance levy, and other administrative charges
(‘Fees’). A small number of courses have an Overseas Travel Component as b) Immigration New Zealand has refused a Student a visa for study in
New Zealand;
additional costs. For more information on these charges see the Victoria
University Fees Statute (‘the Fees Statute’). Please refer to the most recent c) A Student’s application for a visa extension is refused by Immigration
Fees Statute at www.victoria.ac.nz/fees New Zealand; or
d) Victoria University of Wellington is unable to proceed with the course(s)
Any programme or course offered by the University and listed in its offered.
Calendar may be cancelled by the University as a result of insufficient
resources or student demand. The Vice-Chancellor concedes that Victoria 2.2 If a Student completely withdraws or temporarily ceases studying
at Victoria University of Wellington and seeks a refund, they will be
University of Wellington has the financial resources available to refund required to provide proof that they no longer hold a Victoria University of
fees to students enrolled in any cancelled programme. If a course is Wellington student visa before their refund will be actioned.
unable to proceed due to destruction or damage to buildings, plant,
equipment and other tangible assets, fees will be refunded to the students Subject to subsections 1.2 and 2.1, international students that have
affected. In this case the fees refund will be covered by the University’s prepaid tuition fees who travel to New Zealand and do not complete
Industrial Special Risks Policy and be classified as a consequential loss. their enrolment or who have given notice of withdrawal from all of
their courses on or before the dates outlined in
Refund statement www.victoria.ac.nz/students/study/course-additions-withdrawals
will receive a 100% refund of pre-paid tuition fees less an administration
1. REFUNDS fee. The monies will be refunded to the originating bank account.
Refunds of Fees to Students are made in accordance with the current Fees
Statute www.victoria.ac.nz/fees. Refunds for International Students are
only processed once the Student has applied to the Student Fee Advisor Withdrawal from courses
in writing. A student must give written notice of a course withdrawal to the Faculty
1.1 A Student is entitled to a full refund of all money that remains in their Office within the deadlines stated in the Fees Statute to receive full or
account after enrolment. This refund will be granted provided the Student partial refund of the tuition fees. Non‑payment of fees, ceasing to attend,
has paid their Fees in full and holds a valid student visa for the period or verbally advising a member of staff will not be accepted as notice of
of study. The monies up to a value of $15,000 per academic year will be withdrawal. For further details, see the most recent Fees Statute at
paid directly to the student. Any monies to be refunded over and above www.victoria.ac.nz/fees
this amount will be refunded to the originating bank account and an
administration fee will be applicable. GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES
1.2 A Student who withdraws from the University and transfers to another Victoria University of Wellington seeks to provide a learning environment
institution must inform Victoria International and their Student Fee designed to help students achieve their full potential, and has procedures in
Advisor in writing and provide copies of their new Offer documents.
place to ensure decisions affecting a student’s learning and progress are fair.
Any refund of fees will be sent directly to the relevant institution less an
International Transfer Fee prescribed in the Fees Statute. Students who feel that they have not been treated fairly at the University
1.3 A Student enrolled in a trimester-based programme who obtains a should take note of the Statute on Academic Grievances—go to
residency permit during the course of their study will be considered an www.victoria.ac.nz/academic-grievance-policy
international student for the trimester in which residency is granted,
unless the residency is granted within the dates prescribed in the Fees Any student who has a grievance against the University in any capacity
Statute. The Student will be treated as a domestic student from the should contact a Victoria International staff member. If the grievance
following trimester. cannot be solved, Victoria International will refer the case to an
1.4 A Student who is not enrolled in a trimester-based programme and who appropriate area of the University.
obtains a residency permit will be given a refund (pro rated) from the
week after the date on which residency is granted. A Student’s residency If the outcome of this procedure is unsatisfactory, a Student can contact NZQA:
status is effective from the date on which residency is granted as shown in www.victoria.ac.nz/students/support/international/code-of-practice
their passport.
Note that all policies are subject to change, so please refer to
1.5 A Student enrolled in CertEngProf who provides written notice of www.victoria.ac.nz/international/current-students/policies.aspx
withdrawal within two weeks of beginning the programme shall receive a
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