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Genesis Te Kuru-White earned a Bachelor of Arts in Māori Language and Indigenous Studies at Waikato, driven by a commitment to his people's future.
Te Kura Toi | School of Arts
About us
Te Kura Toi School of Arts nurtures creative thinking, at work and at play, through innovation in teaching and research.
The capacity to comprehend clearly, identify significant issues and articulate a creative response is essential in all areas of work. Employers value people who can demonstrate intellectual enquiry and creative practice — from stage performance and music, creative writing and multimedia production to linguistics and the languages.
Why Study Arts?
Our graduates are valued for their creative problem solving, analytic capabilities, depth of understanding and practical skills. Through language, literature, screens, music, movement and performance, our students learn and apply the power of creativity.
At Te Kura Toi School of Arts, you will develop your own artistic sensibility alongside sector-specific analytical and research experience, well-honed written and verbal communication skills, and a broad perspective on the world and its various cultures.
We provide:
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Crucial skills across a range of contemporary context,
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Teaching that develops craft and competencies across many forms of creative expression in the creation of original content,
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Insights into everyday modes of communication, and
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Opportunities for exploring new cultures and languages competencies
All of our subjects can be studied at Hons, Masters and PhD level.
Sargeson Prize
Named for celebrated New Zealand writer Frank Sargeson, this prestegious Prize was conceived by writer Catherine Chidgey, who lectures in Writing Studies at the University. Entries are now open: limited to one per writer, per division.
Writer In Residence
Dedicating the year to writing his first novel isn’t the only positive thing about being named the Kaipukahu University of Waikato Writer in Residence for 2024.
Nurturing the next generation of writers
Home to some of New Zealand’s best novelists, short story writers and children’s authors, the University of Waikato is ranked among the top 250 universities globally in English Language and Literature in the QS World University Rankings.
Facilities
New Place Theatre/Te Tapare Hou
The New Place Theatre/Te Tapere Hou is a teaching and rehearsal space used primarily by University of Waikato Theatre Studies students and staff.
Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts
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Meet some of our students
News
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How can I be safe at work when my boss is a bit of a psycho?
Happy and engaged workers boost productivity. However, when your boss is a psychopath, it can negatively impact employee wellbeing and workplace dynamics.
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Musical leader's exceptional contribution recognised
The University of Waikato has awarded the prestigious title of Emeritus Professor to Martin Lodge for his outstanding contribution to NZ music and the development of Music at the University.
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A musical Fulbright
A career as a classical pianist only happens to a few, and University of Waikato doctoral student Liam Wooding is well on the way.
Key staff contacts
Associate Professor Karen Barbour
Associate Professor
Dr Laura Haughey
Senior Lecturer
Ms Catherine Chidgey
Associate Professor
Dr Luca Manghi
Performance Fellow