International Students
The Faculty of Science & Engineering welcomes international students and enjoys the wider cultural experience they bring. Our qualifications are recognised internationally, our standards are respected throughout the world, our global connections are wide and strong, and our student profile is diverse.
We offer qualifications at undergraduate through to PhD level which offers you the opportunity to learn and research with working scientists within a range of subjects. We want you to gain as much as you can from the time you spend at the University of Waikato, so we provide a range of support services to help you. Don't hesitate to start the International Application Process.
We look forward to seeing you soon.
International Connections
The University of Waikato has an Exchange Agreement with the University of Bremen, Germany. This agreement was achieved on the back of a major project between the two institutions in the Intercoast project. That project, which kicked off in early February 2010, will see 39 international PhD students and post-doctoral fellows research the Bay of Plenty coastline and aspects of the North Sea in the coming nine years.
We offer internationally-recognised degrees. Our Bachelor of Engineering degree is accredited by the institute of professional engineers New Zealand (IPENZ) under the International Washington Accord.
Waikato Biological Scientists are also heading up an international team, researching proteins which may pave the way for new treatments for TB.
The University recently took part in a multinational International Polar Year initiative in Antarctica designed to spark a new era in polar research.
Our Waikato Radiocarbon Dating Laboratory provides data to scientists around the world and was one of five worldwide used to establish international standards of analysis.
International Student Support
The Faculty welcomes international students and enjoys the wider cultural experience they bring. We are committed to making the transition into the University of Waikato community as smooth as possible.
International students are welcome to get help and advice from our international student support contact person Associate Professor Richard Coll (Room KP.G.19, Ph 838 4100)
Email Richard or e-mail the Dean's Office.
Student advisors at Student & Academic Services are also available to give help and advice when you arrive and during your study at the University. They will assist you to settle in to your new environment and provide ongoing help and support.
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Waikato degree ticked all the boxes for Norzahirah
Exciting research, rewarding work placements and lots of traditional Kiwi adventures were the highlights of student life at Waikato University for science graduate Norzahirah Ahmad.
