Investing in future generations
The University of Waikato is committed to the future of the Bay of Plenty community
Tauranga campus
Discover our Tauranga campus, located in the heart of Tauranga city, just a short drive to the golden beaches of Mount Maunganui and Pāpāmoa.
Located in the heart of one of New Zealand’s most desirable coastal regions, our Tauranga city campus offers a modern learning environment shaped by community, culture, innovation and world-class university study.
Our location is ideal for students who want to explore life below water with our Bachelor of Science in Marine Science.
Every year the University of Waikato offers hundreds of scholarships including some just for Tauranga students.
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Choosing your course
We offer a range of degrees, diplomas, and certificates in many of the same programmes as our Hamilton campus, and some that are unique to Tauranga. Our flexible degree structures mean you can choose from a variety subjects to shape your qualification.
Accommodation
Right across the road from campus, each student has their own ensuite.
Cycling to campus
Bike racks are available around campus with secure swipe card storage for bikes/scooters.
Kaimai shuttle
A free Kaimai Shuttle runs between our Tauranga and Hamilton campuses during teaching periods.
Campus Clubhouse
Located next to the main campus the rec centre features a lounge, courts and play spaces.
Tauranga campus
Tour Waikato's newest campus in Tauranga.
Services & Facilities
Find out about the range of student support services and facilities available at our Tauranga campus.
Why choose Tauranga?
Coastal lifestyle
Te Moana o Toi | Bay of Plenty lives up to its name and offers an enviable coastal lifestyle, including the gold-sand beaches of Mount Maunganui and Pāpāmoa, while still being close to Auckland and Hamilton.
Smaller class sizes
A smaller campus means smaller class sizes and more one-on-one contact with our friendly teaching and support staff. They’ll get to know you by name and be committed to help you achieve your study goals.
Employment
Home to a busy port and global export giants including Zespri (kiwifruit) and Comvita (mānuka honey), Tauranga has many opportunities for Work-Integrated Learning industry placements, internships and future employment.
Tauranga news
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University of Waikato Tauranga campus welcomes hundreds for Open Day
The University's Tauranga campus has hosted its largest Open Day yet
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An integrated university city: Partnership cements commitment to invigorate city centre
Tauranga City Council and the University of Waikato have signed a Strategic Partnership Agreement to deliver student growth
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“A body that needs a body”: Rethinking care and athlete welfare in high-performance disability sport
New research spotlights the critical role of welfare and care for para-athletes in New Zealand.
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Historic marae relocations can support climate responses today
PhD graduate Dr Akuhata Bailey-Winiata has worked alongside iwi and hapū to support climate adaptation decision-making.
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Building workforce capability through industry experience
By Professor Alister Jones, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, University of Waikato
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Tauranga graduate recognised internationally for smart city research
Tauranga graduate Ben Jones earns international recognition for research showing how residents and council can co-design smart city technology.
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University of Waikato researcher recognised with Hill Tinsley Medal for transformational climate science
Dr Terry Isson wins the Hill Tinsley Medal for breakthrough research on long-term climate regulation, carbon removal strategies and the natural processes shaping Earth’s climate.
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Major research initiative sheds light on land and sea connections in Tauranga Moana
The Tiwaiwaka Ecological Corridors project is uncovering how what happens on land shapes the health and resilience of Tauranga Moana’s marine environment.
What our students are saying
Contact us
Visit us in The Hub, Level 1
101-121 Durham Street, Tauranga 3110