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Tauira—Students

Allow your Māori values and principles to guide you through your studies. Don’t change who you are. Share what you learn with your iwi, hapū, and whānau. This will motivate and inspire you and your whānau while you are studying.

Nau mai, haere mai—Welcome

Explore what to study, and find out how to get started as a new student at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.

Tautoko—Support

There are lots of people to help you during your studies, including the Āwhina support team, learning and library advisers, and student-led groups.
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Ako—Studying

Find out about study wānanga, library support, study spaces, and everything you need for success.

Ngā karahipi—Scholarships

You can find funding for your studies in the form of scholarships and grants, including via the Taihonoa programme.
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Hauora—Wellbeing

A key to your success is maintaining a healthy mind and body. Find out about the services here to help, including medical and counselling, clubs and societies, and our recreation centre.
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A piece of advice I wish I had been told when starting my university journey is that finding the right study/work/life balance is just as important as the courses you choose.