University of Waikato adds new apartments to meet accommodation demand
The 15 new student apartments will enable a flexible and independent living experience on campus.
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ReOrientation 2025
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Māori ki Waikato
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Pacific at Waikato
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Sport
We offer a vast network of sports clubs and events, and a number of high performance programmes and scholarships.
Research at Waikato
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Student news
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Far North father among first to graduate from iwi-led Te Hiku teaching programme
From building sites to the classroom, Takawai McMath’s graduation from the Te Hiku teaching programme sets an example for his son and Far North whānau.
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Farming roots fuel grad’s business success
Patrick Deane’s path to a Bachelor of Business was driven by a fearless attitude. As a student, he took every opportunity to grow. Now, as he prepares to graduate, he’s ready to take on the business world.
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A journey home to language, identity and purpose for Te Tohu Paetahi graduand
Keimārire Tibble-Brown spent a year studying te reo Māori in Tauranga. Having strengthened her sense of identity by reclaiming the language of her tīpuna, she’s now working to pursue health equity for Māori.
Accommodation
Here at Waikato, we provide a range of different accommodation options for our students studying at both our Tauranga and Hamilton campus. Find out more about our accommodation options, as well as some advice and tips about flatting and renting.
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