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Parents and whānau

Preparing your child or whānau for university and supporting them throughout their studies can make a real difference to their success. Here you’ll find guidance and key information to help you support their transition to university life.

Student services and support

Your student has access to a wide range of services, programmes and tools designed to support their wellbeing and help them succeed in their studies.

Explore all support services

Undergraduate information evenings

Join us at an undergraduate information evening to hear from our staff and students about life at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.
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Stay in the loop—get updates from us directly

  • Preparing for university

    Support your child or whānau before university—help them choose what to study, how to apply and understand available financial help and scholarships.

  • Adapting to university life

    Support your child or whānau at university—understand their workload, how you can help and find support services if you’re worried.

Disability information for parents and whānau

The Te Amaru—Disability Services team are dedicated to supporting students throughout their university journey. Find out more about what support is available for your student.
Disability support
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Our national and global rankings

We are New Zealand’s top-ranked university for research intensity, and we consistently rank among the world’s best universities in the QS World Rankings.
Our rankings
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