Foundation Studies Programme
Intakes and fees
The Victoria University of Wellington Foundation Studies Programme takes 6 to 18 months (two to six terms) to complete, depending on the student’s academic background and level of English.
Intakes
The Victoria University of Wellington Foundation Studies Programme takes 6 to 18 months (two to six terms) to complete, depending on the student’s academic background and level of English. These start dates include Orientation, which students must attend.
2023 Start Date (incl. Orientation)
Online Orientation (for all students)
- Wednesday, 26 April
- Wednesday, 12 July
- Wednesday, 4 October
On Campus Orientation Day
- Monday, 24 April
- Tuesday, 11 July
- Tuesday, 3 October
| Course | Duration | English Language Requirement | Tuition Fee (NZD) | Resources Fee* (NZD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fast Track | 6 months (2 terms) | IELTS 6.0 (a minimum of 5.0 in all bands) or agreed equivalent | 18,750 | 800 |
| Standard | 8/9months (3 terms) | IELTS 5.5 (a minimum of 5.0 in all bands) or agreed equivalent | 23,250 | 800 |
| Standard Plus | 12 months (4 terms) | IELTS 5.0 (a minimum of 4.5 in all bands) or agreed equivalent | 29,900 | 800 |
| Foundation Connect | 6 months (2 terms) | IELTS 4.5 (no band less than 4.0) | 15,990 | 800 |
*resource fee continues to be discounted by 50% for students who are studying online
Additional fees(NZD)
| Registration fee | 400 |
| Medical and travel insurance*(12 months) | 697 |
| Foundation Studies examination fee | 350 |
| IELTS examination fee (for degrees requiring IELTS) | 385 |
*International students must have comprehensive medical and travel insurance while in New Zealand. Enrolled international students will be charged Allianz’s Studentsafe Inbound Learners insurance premium when enrolment is completed.
