Start online in 2021 until you can join us on campus
Gain your degree from a world-class New Zealand university and enjoy the flexibility of beginning online.
We are offering our most popular programmes to start online this coming March 2021 while we wait for the New Zealand border restrictions to ease. You will transfer to face-to-face classes in New Zealand once you are able to enter the country.
Our online students thrive in our virtual environment, with the support of our dedicated staff. Classes have been created with online learners in mind. Enjoy studying with students who are both online and on campus.
Begin your study journey, or evolve your existing career with Waikato.
Transition to face-to-face classes when you can and receive a one-off travel grant of NZ$2,000
Part-time and full-time online study options available
*This bursary is applicable to the papers studied online and will be applied directly to your tuition fees. This bursary is available to students studying online outside of New Zealand.
The above English language and Foundation programmes are available to start online. These programmes are not eligible for the 20% Bursary mentioned above. For more information, please visit pathways.waikato.ac.nz.
Please open this section to read important information about starting the above programmes online
The programmes listed above can be started online in March 2021 but not all are available for completion online (unless otherwise stated), students will be expected to transfer to face-to-face learning once New Zealand border restrictions allow this to take place. Transferring your studies to face-to-face classes in New Zealand will be subject to meeting Immigration New Zealand Student Visa requirements. Read the online study frequently asked questions for more information.
1 A limited paper selection is available to start online.
2 These programmes are available for completion online.
3 Available in the subject areas Education, Human Development or Digital Learning.
4 Available in the subject areas Population Studies and Demography, Education and Society, and Human Development.
5 Only available for part-time study online (15 points available per trimester).
6 Starts online in January 2021 (H Trimester).
7 Due to current border restrictions, the Faculty is accepting enrolments into the LLB for online study however due to New Zealand Council of Legal Education Regulations, those students must transfer to New Zealand to complete their studies onshore as soon as they are able.
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When the time comes to join us in New Zealand you will be able to switch to face-to-face teaching at either our Hamilton or Tauranga campuses*. You will be guaranteed student accommodation in Hamilton*.
New Zealand is rated as the second most peaceful country in the world in the 2020 Global Peace Index. A multi-cultural society, New Zealanders are friendly, welcoming and embrace diversity.
Many of our students choose to stay in New Zealand to further their careers after graduating. As an international student, you may have the option to engage in work while studying in New Zealand.
Experience spectacular landscapes, beaches and National Parks which attract visitors from near and far.
* Programme offerings vary between campuses, please refer to each qualification page for campus location options.
* Accommodation type is subject to availability.
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We want to reassure you that the University of Waikato is still accepting applications for our 2021 intakes. We recognise what an uncertain time it is at the moment and that you will have many questions about your future study plans. We also encourage you to refer to our coronavirus (COVID-19) information hub for the most up-to-date information.