The University of Waikato (Māori: Te Whare Wānanga o Waikato), founded in 1964, is a public research institution situated in Hamilton, New Zealand, with an additional campus in Tauranga. The university conducts research across various fields including education, social sciences, and management, and is a leader in environmental science, marine and freshwater ecology, engineering, and computer science. It offers degrees in health, engineering, computer science, management, Māori and Indigenous Studies, the arts, psychology, social sciences, and education.
University of Waikato
University of Waikato
About
Rankings and reputation
The university demonstrates strong global performance in research, sustainability, and subject-specific rankings, with notable achievements in various disciplines and significant contributions to sustainability and SDGs.
QS World University Rankings 2025:
- Ranked 235th globally.
- #1 in New Zealand for Research (measured by citations per faculty).
QS Rankings by Subject 2024:
- 16 subjects ranked, 11 in the top 350 globally:
- Accounting & Finance: 201-250
- Agriculture & Forestry: 301-350
- Economics & Econometrics: 301-350
- Education: 201-250
- English Language & Literature: 301-330
- Geography: 201-230
- Law: 251-300
- Philosophy: 201-210
- Psychology: 301-330
- Sociology: 251-300
- Sports-related Subjects: 51-100
QS Sustainability Ranking 2024:
- Ranked 99th globally.
- 27th in Environmental Education.
- 36th in Environmental Impact.
QS Annual Survey:
- Surveys assess academic and employer reputation.
- Participation opportunities for employers and academics.
QS Stars:
- Awarded an overall rating of ‘Excellent’ (5 stars).
THE Impact Rankings 2023:
- Ranked 92nd globally.
- Significant contributions to SDGs:
- 32nd for SDG17 Partnership for the Goals.
- 34th for SDG14 Life below Water.
- 44th for SDG15 Life on Land.
- 48th for SDG16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions.
- 51st for SDG5 Gender Equality.
THE World University Rankings 2024:
- Ranked in the 401-500 band globally.
THE Rankings by Subject 2024:
- Five subjects in the top 300 globally:
- Business and Economics: 151-175
- Education: 251-300
- Life Sciences: 251-300
- Psychology: 251-300
- Social Sciences: 176-200
Campuses
The University of Waikato has one campus in Hamilton and one in Tauranga, both in the North Island
https://www.waikato.ac.nz/
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Pursuing a Master of Social Sciences at Waikato will challenge you to elevate your comprehension of theoretical concepts to an advanced level.
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The Master of Science (Research) is a globally recognized qualification designed for students seeking a comprehensive research experience combined with coursework.
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The Master of Science program is highly regarded for its flexibility and excellence, allowing you to tailor the degree to meet your specific needs. You can choose papers from a diverse range of subjects, and the combination of research and taught papers c
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Establish yourself as a future business leader and ascend to the top of your field with expert management knowledge.
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Begin your journey towards a successful management career by enrolling in this specialised one-year master's program