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Start your study in February 2025 at Waikato University—now ranked 235th globally.

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Why the University of Waikato?

Top 250 Universities in the world View our rankings
#1 University in New Zealand for research View our research
Flexible degree structures available View our qualifications
Work-integrated learning in all bachelor degrees About work-integrated learning

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Want to fast-track your degree, catch up or try something new? Picking up papers in C Trimester is a great opportunity to get ahead.

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Experience the vibrant student life of on-campus living while you study. Get in quick to secure your spot, applications are now open.

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Dr Nicolina Newcombe's PhD research is helping to make academic research more accessible for people with intellectual disabilities.

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The solution to protecting plants from disease and the impacts of climate change could be found within New Zealand seaweed.

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Waikato climbs global rankings

The University of Waikato has climbed a further 15 places to 235 in the latest 2025 QS World University Rankings, which also places it in the top three universities in New Zealand.

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Prospective students, and their families and whānau, can talk to us about study options, get support with the enrolment process, and learn more about scholarships, accommodation, student support and other services.

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Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5pm
0800 WAIKATO (0800 924 528)

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