Victoria University of Wellington

Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is a comprehensive public research university serving New Zealand’s capital, with campuses embedded across the city and a strong civic orientation. Industry collaboration is anchored by research institutes based in the Gracefield Innovation Quarter alongside national innovation infrastructure, providing access to advanced laboratories and workshops for joint development. The Pipitea campus hosts the Taiawa Wellington Tech Hub, while proximity to Parliament and government agencies supports regulatory engagement and public‑sector partnerships. Research is supported by competitive national funding and international grants. Wellington UniVentures, the University’s commercialization company, manages IP, licensing, and spin‑outs to accelerate market translation.