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4.3/5(7 Reviews)Founded in 1964 the University of Waikato is currently home to 2000 international students across its campuses. The University of Waikato has 2 campuses across New Zealand with the main campus in Hamilton New Zealand . The university offers a variety of courses at the ug and pg levels in the fields of
- Engineering,
- Business and Management Studies,
- IT and Software,
- Science,
- Medicine & Health Sciences
International students can choose a wide range of specialization courses in Computer Science, Finance, General Medicine, Mechanical Engineering and Chemical Engineering.
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Main campus, Hamilton city, Waikato region Location & contact
Main campus Knighton Road Hamilton 3240, New Zealand
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| University City | Hamilton, Other - New Zealand, New Zealand |
| Size of city | Medium |
| Population of City | 1,69,300 |
University of Waikato accommodation
On-Campus Accommodation
AVAILABLE- Waikato has a wide range of on-campus and off-campus accommodation options available for students
- Universities four halls of residence are the perfect place to settle into university life, which
- Waikato has a wide range of on-campus and off-campus accommodation options available for students
- Universities four halls of residence are the perfect place to settle into university life, which contains 3 halls with fully catered and self-catered options, and the other is solely self catered
- Halls are Close to the library, computer labs, lecture theatres, the rec centre and sports fields
- Access to computers, photocopier, fax, telephone and the internet
- Rooms are cleaned regularly, fully furnished and heated
- Safe, friendly, supportive atmosphere right on campus
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Accommodation Expense- PG Accommodation expenses:NZD 8103
- On-campus housing:waikato.ac.nz/students/accommoda...
Orchard Park Cottages, Self Catered $219/week for 37 week(PG)
Meal Expense- Living expense links:waikato.ac.nz/student-life/accom...
Off-Campus Accommodation
AVAILABLE- Off-campus housing:hamiltonhomestay.org/?gclid=CjwK...
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- The average rent is 600 to 800 NZD/month
- The residence type includes studio apartments, 3 bedroom apartments, 4 bedroom apartments, shared apartments and homestays
- Each apartment includes a community
- The average rent is 600 to 800 NZD/month
- The residence type includes studio apartments, 3 bedroom apartments, 4 bedroom apartments, shared apartments and homestays
- Each apartment includes a community lounge with a wide screen TV, dining room (table & chairs), fully equipped kitchen (fridge/freezer, cooker, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle, pots, pans, crockery, cutlery, etc), cupboards and all other standard facilities (shower, toilet, vanity)
- Most of the apartments are located close to local shops, dentist and restaurants
Main campus, Hamilton city, Waikato region ratings & reviews
4.3/5
8 Verified Reviews
Student Views (Based on Reviews)
- 67% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Liberal
Fun loving
Academically oriented
Friendly
Internships4
Part time work4.3
Post study jobs4.1
Quality of faculty4.3
Student Life4.4
Value for money4
Public transportation4
Safety4.5
Indian Food4.6
Permanent Immigration4.6
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Anonymous
Master of Business and Management - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Waikato
4.2
The university is diverse and has a lot of events on-campus for students.
Tips: The school has a very supportive environment. The faculty is good and very helpful. I was also lucky to get an excellence scholarship of $10,000 to help me pay my tuition and other expenses. The best part about the University of Waikato and New Zealand, in general, is that it is easy to make friends. Everyone is so welcoming and ready to help. Go for it, you won't regret it. I can highly recommend the Master of Business and Management at the University of Waikato.
Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 3575
Prepping time for classes21 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryNZD 73650
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Anonymous
Master of Health, Sport & Human Performance - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Waikato
4.6
A supportive and enriching learning environment at Waikato.
Tips: Waikato is a diverse and supportive environment that provides a smooth cultural transition and good scholarship opportunities. The university itself is full of diverse and interesting people. One can meet people from all over the world and the campus truly provides a great space to interact with others. The supportive environment offered by the university and the students is what really stands out and one can really find friends for life there. The university provides a multitude of resources for students including a counselling and support service, the Learning Development Centre and the Waikato library. These among other things are what make this a great university. This has been a life changing journey that has grown both professionally and personally. There are a few available volunteer and paid jobs within the school campus but jobs are rare outside.
Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 1700
Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryNZD 86225
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Ngoc Minh Chau Nguyen
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics - Batch of 2027
Offered by University of Waikato
4
First-year student and an inclusive experience at Waikato University
Tips: I have become more disciplined, independent, and open to everyone. I have changed the way I think as well, since there are many races here, and I have to carefully choose the right words to respect them, which is good because it allows me to make friends all over the globe, try the signature food and so on. There aren’t many scholarships here for international students, but there are some. Most students have to compete with local students or the entire class for the scholarship to get the highest marks, which is difficult. I got a $2500 scholarship for not failing any classes during my foundation program, which was an achievement for me. However, I haven’t checked what kind of scholarships are available for a bachelor’s degree, and there don’t seem to be any for science majors.
Likes (Permanent Immigration): Since few people are living here, a huge chance to occupy their remaining space. Close to nature and lots of beautiful scenery to go hiking or bla, ideal town for nature people. However, everything is just quite boring, and quite spare and still underdeveloped compared to Australia and Singapore.
Dislikes (Part time work): There are a few available volunteer and paid jobs within the school campus, but jobs are rare outside. I listened to all the struggle of my friends who went through tons of interviews and CV review seminars just to get a single position at a KFC or McDonald’s. That's just how hard things are in this sparsely populated town, with few residents and even fewer jobs.
Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 1240
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryNZD
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Anonymous
Master of Information Technology - Batch of 2026
Offered by University of Waikato
5
A supportive faculty and a vibrant student life.
Tips: They must know about the courses they are studying and will be taking, about the papers they are going to take. The ranking of the college, the number of programs being offered, and how long the college has existed. About the quality of teaching and the faculty and about the fee structure.
Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 1000
Prepping time for classes9 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryNZD
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Anonymous
Master of Business and Management - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Waikato
5
A perfect blend of academics, events and culture.
Tips: Students should be ready for a diverse, rigorous, and rewarding experience. The cultural shift was smooth with supportive peers. I received a merit-based scholarship through academic performance. Student life is vibrant, with a perfect mix of academics and fun. My day includes classes, club meetings, and hangouts. Fests, workshops, and cultural events happen often. I enjoy bonding with peers the most. There are clubs for tech, culture sports and more.
Dislikes (Safety): The faculty is highly knowledgeable, approachable, and supportive. They're always open to questions, even outside class. Their use of case studies, real-world examples, and interactive sessions makes learning engaging. Most faculty are Indian, with a few international.
Total Monthly ExpenseNZD 7175
Prepping time for classes8 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryNZD 106450
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