Victoria University of Wellington

Foundation
Studies

Powered by UP Education, the UP International College Foundation Studies Programme provides a path to undergraduate-level study.

Immigration New Zealand welcomes Student Visa applications from all international eligible students to study in New Zealand.  An application must be made though their online portal. Please allow Immigration New Zealand time to process your application. 

Prepare to study at university

The UP International College Foundation Studies Programme is taught exclusively through UP International College New Zealand. The programme prepares international students for entry into degree programmes at Victoria University of Wellington.

Each student will be equipped with specialised subject knowledge, English-language skills for tertiary study, and knowledge about New Zealand culture and society. The University guarantees undergraduate entry to students who successfully complete the programme and meet specific course requirements. 

Top 1%
IN THE WORLD FOR 15 SUBJECTS*
TOP 2%

OF THE WORLD'S UNIVERSITIES**

140

PARTNER UNIVERSITIES IN 35 COUNTRIES WORLDWIDE

#95

IN THE WORLD UNIVERSITY IMPACT RANKINGS***

22,000

STUDENTS FROM 100+ COUNTRIES

#1

IN NEW ZEALAND FOR RESEARCH QUALITY^

*2024 QS World University Rankings by Subject
** 2025 QS World University Rankings
***2024 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings
^PBFR Quality Evaluation

Pathways Link Programme

The Pathways Link Programme (PLP) is an innovative educational initiative designed specifically for international students aged 14-16 who have recently finished their junior high school education and aspire to study abroad.
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2024 Orientation

Find out what to expect from our Online Orientation and the schedule for each session.

Outstanding research quality

You’ll be learning from world-class teachers and researchers. The University has 864+ researchers on staff, with 66% of them ranked at A-grade level. 

Key partnerships

You’ll benefit from studying at a capital city university. The University has strong teaching and research partnerships with government, business, research institutes and the technology and arts sectors.

Three years of post-study work rights

After graduating with a Bachelor’s degree or higher from
Victoria University of Wellington you will be eligible to apply
for a 3-year post study work visa.

Flexible study

Choose a conjoint or double degree, or a double
major to build a study programme that suits your
interests and career goals.

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 MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
9:30am – 10:30am     
10:30am – 11:30amFLA Study FLA Study FLA Study
11:30am – 12:30pmSubject 1Subject 2  Subject 3
12:30pm – 1:30pm  Subject 3Subject 1Subject 2
1:30pm – 2:30pmSubject 3Subject 1Subject 2  
2:30pm – 3:30pmSubject 2  Subject 3Subject 1
3:30pm – 4:30pm Subject 3 Subject 2 
4:30pm – 5:30pm Subject 2 Subject 4Subject 3
* Please note that your actual timetable may differ from the example shown above depending on the specific subjects and programme you are enrolled in.