Key engagement and information events

Come and chat with our delightful Future Student Advisors who can answer your questions and show you around.

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Information sessions

Throughout the year our team of Future Student Advisors host a number of information sessions and events.

The team are here to answer your questions regarding study at the University of Waikato, they can offer you advice and support with selecting a degree/programme that best matches your career interests, support you with your application process and give advice on any other questions you may have about studying and student life here at Waikato.

If you are a current student and need help with re-enrolling or paper selection, please contact your relevant Faculty/School directly who will be able to help you.

Register your interest

Register your interest for our 2026 Information Sessions. We'll let you know when we have events in your area.

Regional information sessions

Come along to one of our Information sessions throughout the year for advice on all aspects of studying at the University of Waikato. These sessions are a great opportunity to talk through your paper selections, discuss scholarships and accommodation options, costs and support available at Waikato. Keep an eye out for more dates coming soon!

Event Date Location Register
Taupō Information Evening

9 March 2026

5.30 - 7.00pm

 Waiora House, 129 Spa Road, Taupo Register
Rotorua Information Evening

17 March 2026

5.30 - 7.30pm

 Rotorua Golf Club, 399 Fenton Street, Rotorua Register
Migrant and Refugee Information Evening 2026

26 March 2026, 

5.30 - 6.30pm

 Level 2, Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts, Hamilton Campus Register
Lower Hutt Information Evening

5 May 2026

6.30 - 8pm

 Dowse Art Museum, Lower Hutt Register
Wellington Information Evening

6 May 2026

6.30 - 8pm

 Wellington Rowing Club, Wellington Register
Palmerston North Information Evening

27 May 2026

 TBC  
Whangārei Information Evening 

4 June 2026

 TBC  
Hawke's Bay Information Evening

09 June 2026

 TBC  
Kerikeri Information Evening 

10 June 2026

 TBC  
Hamilton Information Evening

18 June 2026

 TBC  
Gisborne Whānau Evening

30 June 2026

 TBC  
Auckland Information Evening

02 July 2026

 TBC  
New Plymouth Information Evening

29 July 2026

 TBC  

School or Divisional Engagement Events

School or Faculty Engagement Events offer a valuable opportunity for prospective students and their whānau to dive deeper into their academic interests.

These events provide tailored information about the specific subject areas that students are passionate about, helping them make informed decisions about their future studies. Students and parents have the chance to meet with faculty staff directly, allowing for personal connections and discussions about programmes, courses, and career pathways.

Stay tuned for more School or Faculty Engagement Events in 2026!

Event Date Location Sign up
Experience Engineering 14 April 2026 Hamilton Campus Sign up
Marine Science Student for a Day  15 April 2026 Tauranga Campus Sign up
Discover CS - Computer Science 16 April 2026 Hamilton Campus Sign up

Experience Science - Environmental and Chemistry

 7 July 2026 Hamilton Campus TBC

Experience Engineering

 7 July 2026 Tauranga Campus TBC

Experience Science - Biomedical and Molecular

 8 July 2026 Hamilton Campus TBC

Engineering Information Evening 

 28 July 2026 Hamilton Campus TBC

Engineering Information Evening 

 30 July 2026 Tauranga Campus TBC

Engineering Design Show

 21 - 22 October 2026 Hamilton Campus TBC

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