Top reasons to study in Wellington
Wellington is the best choice for smart, ambitious and creative students from all over the world. Here are our top reasons for why you should make Wellington your campus.
Excellent education systems
New Zealand’s education system is one of the world’s best, according to the Legatum Prosperity Index Institute.
Safe city
Wellington is the only accredited 'Safe Community' capital city in the world – it’s a safe and friendly place to call home.
Great quality of life
Known as an awesome place to live, Wellington has been called ‘the coolest little capital in the world’ by Lonely Planet and named the best place in the world to live by Deutsche Bank.
Compact and walkable city
Three world-class universities are within 15 minutes’ walk of downtown Wellington and so are many other tertiary providers and schools.
Loads of beautiful open spaces
Wellington’s stunning coastline, fresh air and open green spaces mean the great outdoors is always within close reach.
Diversity
About a third of Wellington residents were born outside of New Zealand – the city is a multicultural hub.
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