Is uniform required on placement?

Yes, while on placement you are not only representing the University, but yourself as a student and potential future employee. It is important to ensure that you are wearing your uniform correctly; clean and pressed. Hair must be worn up and contained and nails short without varnish. Students will also be provided with a name badge free of charge. More information about where to purchase a uniform will be provided once you are an enrolled student.

Where will my placement be located?

While our preference is to locate your clinical placement close to your community, this will not always be possible. It is important for students to get a rounded experience and our clinical partners are located throughout the Te Manawa Taki region. We are unable to guarantee individual placement requests. Transport will be required, so please let us know early if you will likely experience difficulties in this area. For our Midwifery students we may be able to accommodate a placement outside of the Waikato region. Please contact midwiferyplacements@waikato.ac.nz and we can connect you with the Head of Midwifery to discuss.

How will I know my placement allocation?

MyWIL is the university’s Placement Management system. It’s where you’ll find all the essential details about your clinical placements, including: Your placement location and dates Required documentation (like "Checks" and "Forms") Contact details for your placement provider and Clinical Academic Tasks you may need to complete before, during, and after placement Where you add in your Timesheets (log your Clinical Practice hours) Once you are enrolled you can access clinical placements for nursing in MyWIL . You’ll use MyWIL throughout your degree to stay on track with your placements. Please check it regularly and keep everything up to date!

Conduct and expectations

The University has in place policies and practices which outline what is expected of you whilst you are on your placement.

Social Media Guidelines

Please review the Social Media Guidelines.

Clinical Placements

Clinical Placements are a core component of our pre-registration health programmes, giving students valuable hands-on experience in real health and community settings.

Meet our Clinical Placements Team

We understand that placements are both exciting and challenging. Our Clinical Placements Team is here to support you every step of the way.

They can help you:

• Understand placement requirements and expectations
• Prepare for your first day
• Navigate different clinical settings
• Access support if challenges arise

Whether you are preparing for your first placement or progressing through your programme, we are committed to helping you feel informed, supported, and confident.