University of Waikato

Waikato University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our global rankings reflect these strengths.

We are committed to ensuring our students can easily transition from the classroom into the work-place. Course content includes both theoretical and practical components and in recent years, we have offered more than 2000 industry placements and internships each year.

The University of Waikato has campuses in Hamilton and Tauranga. Hamilton is New Zealand's fourth largest and fastest growing cities, vibrant and multi-cultural it is where our main campus is located. Our brand new Tauranga CBD campus opened in 2019!

Type	Public research university
Established	1964; 58 years ago
Chancellor	Sir Anand Satyanand
Vice-Chancellor	Neil Quigle
Administrative staff	1,499
Students	10,448 (2020)
Location	Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand
Campus	Suburban
Colours	UW Red, Gold and Black
Affiliations	EUA, ACU, UUK, UI
Website	Waikato.ac.nz

World Ranking

We are proud to be ranked among the top third of all ranked universities worldwide according to the 2022 QS World University Rankings. Our research tackles issues of national and global importance and our lecturers are friendly and helpful. Choose from a range of study options,including nine global-ranked subject areas (2021 QS World University Subject Rankings):

Accounting and Finance
Business and Management Studies
Communication and Media Studies
Computer Science
Economics
Education
English Language and Literature
Environmental Sciences
Sociology

TRIPLE CROWN ACCREDITATION Waikato Management School is in the top 1% of business schools globally, having achieved Triple Crown Accreditation from AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS. This is an international benchmark of excellence in business education

WORLD-CLASS

Our QS Stars five-star rating confirms our status as a world-class university with a high reputation for employment, cutting-edge facilities, internationally renowned research, outstanding teaching and student satisfaction.

EMPLOYABILITY PLUS PROGRAMME

The University's unique Employability Plus Programme gives Waikato students a head start and provides opportunities for students to gain work-ready skills through volunteer activity, University participation and attending workshops. For more information visit waikato.ac.nz/go/epp