Memorial Theatre Victoria University

Welcome to Memorial Theatre Victoria University, located in Wellington, New Zealand's vibrant capital city and cultural hub. As an establishment of interest, our institution, the Wellington Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, is dedicated to challenging conventional ideas and fostering creative and critical thinking.

With a diverse range of courses on offer, we provide unrivalled opportunities for students to build their future. Our programs cover a wide array of disciplines, including Intercultural Communication, Linguistics, Literary and Creative Communication, Marketing Communication, Media Studies, Political Communication, Science Communication, and Applied Translation. We also offer studies in European and Latin American Languages and Cultures, Area and Cultural Studies, Cultures and Identities, Environment and Sustainability, Ethical Leadership and Intercultural Communication, Global Health and Wellbeing, Globalisation, Movement and Change, Human Rights, Justice and Peace, World Affairs, and Organisations.

For those interested in language studies, we offer Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) and New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) Studies. Our linguistics programs cover Modern Language Studies, Applied Linguistics, Text Technologies, Intercultural Communication, and Applied Translation. Furthermore, we provide unique opportunities to engage with Māori culture through Māori Resource Management, Māori Studies, and Tohu Māoritanga.

Passionate about music? Our faculty offers programs in Classical Performance, Ethnomusicology, Instrumental/Vocal Composition, Jazz Performance, Music, Musicology, Music Studies, Music Therapy, Performance, Popular Music Studies, Sonic Arts, and Music Technology. We also provide specialized studies in Pacific Studies, Sāmoan Studies/Matā'upu tau Sāmoa, and a Diploma in University Studies (Pasifika Pathways).

For those interested in the social sciences, we offer programs in International Relations, Migration Studies, Political Science, and Strategic Studies. Additionally, we provide certificates and graduate certificates in Deaf Studies, Teaching New Zealand Sign Language, and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages.

At Memorial Theatre Victoria University, we pride ourselves on conducting world-leading research that delves into the fundamental questions of humanity. Our faculty is home to nationally and internationally renowned scholars who are at the forefront of their fields. Students also have the opportunity to contribute to knowledge through postgraduate study, pursuing research Master's or doctoral degrees.

For those looking to delve into the big questions and debates, we offer Summer Research Scholarships, providing a wide range of projects to choose from. Additionally, our #DiscoverWFHSS series allows prospective students to explore the subjects they could study in the Wellington Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.

Looking to fast track your career? Our taught Master's degrees offer a 12-month specialized program, allowing students to collaborate with academics, professionals, and peers while gaining practical skills, knowledge, and sector experience.

Join us at Memorial Theatre Victoria University and embark on a journey of intellectual growth, cultural exploration, and personal development. Challenge your ideas, become a creative and critical thinker, and shape your future in the heart of New Zealand's capital city.