Tauranga Campus Plan

Te Manawaroa: The Tauranga Campus Plan 2026-2030 signals a growth phase for the campus, aligned with and delivering on the University of Waikato Strategy.

Te Manawaroa: The Tauranga Campus Plan 2026–2030 was developed through consultation with University staff and students, and was adopted by the University Council in March 2026.

The University is committed to progressing the development of the Tauranga campus and advancing the high-level strategic priorities outlined in the Plan over the next five years.

Implementation of the Plan will be supported by business unit implementation plans that set out actions, KPIs, and resourcing aligned with the priorities in the Plan.

Three interrelated themes underpin the objectives of the Plan and guide the strategic positioning of the Tauranga campus for 2026–2030:

  • Strategic Theme 1: Strengthening identity and distinctiveness
  • Strategic Theme 2: Positioning as an integrated innovation hub
  • Strategic Theme 3: Enabling sustainable growth

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Ngā whāinga | Objectives

  1. Objective 1

    He aratiatia, he aka matua
    Advance a distinctive and connected academic portfolio

  2. Objective 2

    He pūkenga rangahau
    Develop research capability that drives impact and innovation

  3. Objective 3

    Toitū te tauira
    Enrich the student experience and support learner success

  4. Objective 4

    Tauranga ki tua
    Advance campus development and city integration

  5. Objective 5

    Taukaea kaimahi
    Strengthen staff capability, collaboration and inclusion

  6. Objective 6

    He haere ngātahi me ngā iwi me ngā hapori
    Deepen strategic partnerships and community engagement

  7. Objective 7

    Mō te ao katoa
    Expand internationalisation and global engagement

  8. Objective 8

    Whakatairangahia a Tauranga
    Elevate the presence and profile of the Tauranga campus