Student Success Stories
Meet
our international students and alumni
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Istavrino’s Story
Istavrino Manual Yu Jun Jian, from Singapore, is currently studying Victoria University of Wellington Foundation Studies Programme with UP International College in Wellington, New Zealand.
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The UP 100: Meet Minel Espeleta
Minel Espeleta is one of the exceptional international students featured in The UP 100 – a compelling showcase of 100 students and graduates achieving education and career success.
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The UP 100:Meet Nehara, Environmental Advocate
Nehara Pandey has been featured in The UP 100 – a compelling showcase of 100 remarkable students and graduates achieving education and employment success across Australasia and beyond.
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Siblings from the Philippines secure bright future with UP Education
Minel, Gian and Nisha Espeleta made the difficult decision to move to New Zealand to pursue a quality education after the impacts of the pandemic.
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Alsu’s Story
“I strongly believe that New Zealand’s education system can give me the knowledge I can’t take in my country. Moreover, I know it because I already have been studying in a foundation programme in New Zealand but online. I needed a Foundation programme to study at University in New Zealand.”
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Haruka’s Story
“I chose the Victoria University of Wellington Foundation Studies Programme before starting university because they provide their students with a bunch of resources about VUW through workshops. It is a perfect place to get to know about some other students who are also going to study at the same university.”
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Pina Wu’s Story
“I do feel supported by my teachers and staff. They are always trying to help me and answer my questions. When I have technical problems or other problems like missing a register, the staff here always solve my problems as quickly as they can. This makes me feel that choosing to study here is the right choice.”