Open Day 2026

Experience life at the University of Waikato. Explore our campuses, tour the halls, and chat with staff in Hamilton or Tauranga.

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Why the University of Waikato?

Top 300 Universities in the world in 2026 View our rankings
#1 University in New Zealand for research View our research
Flexible degree structures available View our qualifications
Work-integrated learning in all bachelor degrees Work-Integrated Learning

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TEDxUniversity of Waikato

Dr Samantha Heath

The real challenge of aging

Samantha warns that ageism is killing us, and that we all have a role to play in changing the narrative as New Zealand anticipates a great demographic shift.

Tedx Dr Samantha Heath

Research impact

A female and male giraffe weevil

Giraffe weevils play important ecological roles, making it vital to understand how they can withstand the impacts of climate change. This is the focus of research led by Dr Chrissie Painting.

The team have been looking at developing alternative alloys for medical and dental implants (1)

University of Waikato researcher Dr Leandro Bolzoni has been exploring a combination of various metals to make alternative implants.

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Prospective students, and their families and whānau, can talk to us about study options, get support with the enrolment process, and learn more about scholarships, accommodation, student support and other services.

General enquiries

Monday–Friday 8.30am–5pm
0800 WAIKATO (0800 924 528)

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