Back to top

University of Waikato

Professor Neil Quigley

Vice-Chancellor

Professor Neil Quigley

Location / campuses

  • Hamilton
  • Tauranga

Date established

1964

Numbers of students

  • Student headcount: 14,065 (in 2024)
  • Equivalent full-time students: 10,485 (in 2024)

The University of Waikato focuses on the quality of our teaching and the learner experience; with smaller class sizes, students receive greater flexibility and support from their lecturers.

We foster a collaborative environment through our workshops and tutorials as part of the learning process, and the engagement of students on campus in vibrant learning environments is a key aspect of our learning experience.

Our flexible degree structures mean our students can study a broad range of subjects to shape a qualification that matches their strengths and career interests.

We make sure all of our students are industry-eady through our Work Integrated Learning module. This hands-on experience with potential future employers ensures our students stand out to future employers.

Our university stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused education and is an active player in global research with our rankings reflecting these strengths:

  • Education
  • Waikato Management School (Triple Crown status: accredited by AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA)
    • Tourism and Hospitality Management
    • Accounting and Finance
    • Business and Management studies
    • Communication and Media studies
    • Economics
  • Sciences
  • Arts and Social Sciences
    • Sociology
    • Psychology

Next page

Massey University