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Study in Trimester 3

Get ahead with summer study.

Catch up, spread out your workload, or fast-track your qualification—there’s plenty of flexibility to study and enjoy the summer.


Trimester 3 starts in November and runs through to February. Courses start either in November or January.


Apply and enrol

Explore Trimester 3 courses

Undergraduate, postgraduate, and preparatory courses are available, some with internship opportunities for students studying on campus.
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  • Study advice for current students

    Tītoko is our centre for student success that aims to help you succeed at the University. Find out how your Student Success Adviser can help with course planning, making changes to your programme of study, and any setbacks in your academic progress.

  • Study planning for new students

    If you need help deciding what programme might be right for you, or what courses to take, get in touch to ask questions or book a course planning session.

Get started

Use this tool to find out your next steps for studying in Trimester 3—whether you’re applying to study, selecting courses, or changing your programme.

Accommodation

University accommodation in central Wellington is available to students over summer, from November to February.
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Studying in Trimester 3 was far more relaxed than the rest of the year. I studied and worked part-time and got a great balance, and still had enough time to spontaneously visit the beach.

Zinzan

Student, Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws

Student services and support

Find out about the wide range of support available to students at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington. If you run into a problem, whatever it is, there's someone to help.
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