New Zealand University

The University of Waikato

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  • Exterior view of the University of Waikato Tauranga campus building in the Tauranga city centre, New Zealand.
  • University of Waikato logo and signage displayed on a campus building in Hamilton, New Zealand.
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  • University of Waikato Hamilton campus lake surrounded by landscaped gardens, native plants, and university buildings.
  • Aerial view of the University of Waikato Hamilton campus, featuring academic buildings, green spaces, and a campus lake.
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Location
Auckland
School Address
Hamilton Campus: Hillcrest Road, Hillcrest, Hamilton
School Type
Public
Popular Majors
Business, Engineering, Media & Communications, Education, Computing, etc.
Website
School Size
Approximately 13,000 enrolled students including 2,100 international students, and 2,000 staff

About the school

The University of Waikato is based in Hamilton, a vibrant student city on New Zealand’s North Island with a large young population. Located approximately 1.5 hours from Auckland, Hamilton is a convenient transport hub offering easy access to popular destinations such as Tauranga, Rotorua, and Taupo.

The University of Waikato’s Hamilton campus covers 65 hectares, featuring landscaped gardens, lakes, modern learning facilities, libraries, and on-campus student accommodation. Its Tauranga campus, delivered in partnership with the Bay of Plenty Polytechnic, is conveniently located in the heart of Tauranga’s city centre.

 

The University of Waikato offers globally recognised undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes across several academic faculties:

  • Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

  • Faculty of Education

  • Faculty of Computing and Mathematical Sciences

  • Faculty of Law

  • Faculty of Science and Engineering

  • Waikato Management School

Students can choose from a wide range of degree programmes designed to support academic and career success.

Why choose University of Waikato

  • Founded in 1964, the University of Waikato is a young and fast-growing New Zealand university with increasing global recognition.
  • It is known for its friendly, inclusive academic environment and strong support for international students.
  • The university provides comprehensive academic, wellbeing, and campus-life services.
  • More than 30 specialised research centres deliver internationally recognised research and support the commercialisation of innovative outcomes.
  • Strong industry partnerships also create valuable internship opportunities, graduate employment pathways, and career support for students.

Programmes

Faculty

Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

Popular Major
  • Bachelor of Commerce
  • Bachelor of Environmental Planning
  • Bachelor of Media and Creative Technologies
  • Bachelor of Music
  • Bachelor of Social Sciences
  • Bachelor of Social Work
Faculty

Faculty of Education

Popular Major
  • Bachelor of Teaching
  • Bachelor of Sport & Leisure Studies
Faculty

Faculty of Computing and Mathematical Sciences

Popular Major
  • Bachelor of Computing and Mathematical Sciences
  • Bachelor of Science
  • Bachelor of Computer Graphic Design
Faculty

Faculty of Law

Popular Major
  • Bachelor of Laws
Faculty

Faculty of Science and Engineering

Popular Major
  • Bachelor of Science
  • Bachelor of Science (Technology)
  • Bachelor of Engineering
Faculty

Waikato Management School

Popular Major
  • Bachelor of Business Analysis
  • Bachelor of Communication Studies
  • Bachelor of Electronic Commerce
  • Bachelor of Entrepreneurship
  • Bachelor of Management Studies
  • Bachelor of Tourism

English requirements

Program

Undergraduate (all courses except those listed below)

Requirement

IELTS overall 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each band)

Program

Undergraduate

– Bachelor of Teaching
– Bachelor of Education
– Graduate Diploma in Teaching

Requirement

IELTS overall 7.0 (all bands)

Program

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Requirement

IELTS overall 6.6 (minimum 6.0 in each band)

Program

Bachelor of Social Work

Requirement

IELTS overall 6.5 (all bands)

  • For more information, please refer to the link.
  • In addition, some University of Waikato programmes may require a portfolio or personal statement. Applicants should check the latest admission requirements, as supporting documents and entry criteria may change from year to year.
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