Community Open Day
Explore study options and attend information sessions to hear about our flexible learning options, scholarships and support services that set our students up for success.
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Join us for Community Open Day!
We welcome whānau, friends and the wider community to The University of Waikato Community Open Day.
Whether you are attending university for the first time, considering a postgraduate qualification to upskill or change careers, or are supporting a family member interested in tertiary study, come and talk to our friendly staff and get your questions answered. Learn about our flexible learning options, scholarships and the support services that set our students up for success.
Community Open Day
Saturday 12 July 2025, 10am – 1pm
The Pā, Hamilton Campus
Community Open Day Programme
Make the most of Community Open Day by exploring what’s on offer. The programme has everything you need to plan your day and experience the University of Waikato.
Community Open Day Information Sessions
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10am S Block Room S.1.01 |
Scholarships Our team will guide you through finding the right scholarship for you, how to apply, closing dates and more. |
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10am S Block Room S.1.02 |
Arts for a better future Arts provide us with new ways of understanding our world and studying the arts helps us learn how to contribute and to be responsible members of our communities. Arts also offer ways to nurture our wellbeing and that of others. |
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10am S Block Room S.1.04 |
Supercharge your Career: Waikato Management School Discover Waikato Management School: Thrive where academic excellence, real-world experiences and global perspectives will supercharge your career. |
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10.20am S Block Room S.1.02 |
Conjoint degrees vs double majors Confused by how a degree structure works? Or whether to do a conjoint programme or double major? Our Future Students Team can help you make an informed choice about study options. |
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10.20am S Block Room S.1.01 |
Computing, Mathematics, Software Engineering and Design at Waikato Learn more about programmes in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Data Analytics and Design. |
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10.20am Wharenui, Ko Te Tangata, Te Pā |
Māori and Indigenous Studies Learning about Māori and Indigenous Studies is not just for Māori; it is crucial for all New Zealanders and international visitors to comprehend how Aotearoa/New Zealand’s unique Indigenous culture defines New Zealand’s identity - it is a cultural, social, economic and political force. |
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10.40am S Block Room S.1.04 |
Global Citizenship: Law, Politics, and Philosophy Join us for an engaging exploration of global citizenship through the lens of law, politics, and philosophy. Discover how these influential fields illuminate the rights, responsibilities, and ethical challenges that define our roles in an increasingly interconnected world. |
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10.40am S Block Room S.1.02 |
Engineer your future Discover where a career in engineering can take you. |
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11am S Block Room S.1.04 |
Parent’s Guide to University Success: From Application to Arrival This session covers the transition from school to university, student support, pathways, key dates and the application process. |
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11.40am S Block Room S.1.02
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The Human Puzzle: Unlocking the Secrets of Psychology and Social Sciences Join us for an engaging exploration of human behaviour through the lens of anthropology, criminology, psychology, and sociology. Discover how these dynamic fields unravel the complexities of society, shaping our actions, relationships, and understanding of the world around us. |
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11.40am S Block Room S.1.04 |
Study Science at Waikato If you are curious about the world around you, a career in science could be for you. Think natural environment, or health and well-being, food or technology – science is everywhere. |
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12pm S Block Room S.1.02 |
Education |
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12pm S Block Room S.1.04 |
The New Zealand Graduate School of Medicine (NZGSM) |
Most information sessions take 20 minutes. The New Zealand Graduate School of Medicine (NZGSM) session is 45 minutes.
Can't wait until Open Day?
Information sessions and events
The team are here to answer your questions about studying at Waikato, can offer advice with selecting a degree that best matches your career interests, support you with your application and answer any other questions you have about student life.
Campus tours
We would love to show you around the Hamilton campus or Halls of Residence. Register to come on one of our monthly tours.
Frequently asked questions
The Open Day Programme will be available on our website a few weeks before each Open Day.
It is completely free to attend. All you have to do is register for the event you are interested in.
Free WiFi will be available. Select the ‘waikato’ network to access Wi-Fi.
- Hamilton: Limited free parking will be available on campus in Gate 2B, off Knighton Road and in Gate 10, off Silverdale Road. Please note, we are expecting a large number of vehicles on Friday therefore we recommend carpooling, taking the bus, or arriving early.
- Tauranga: Parking on the day is limited to on street parking, so please keep this in mind when making travel arrangements as this will be on a first come first serve basis.
At Open Day, there will be a talk for parents and caregivers. Check the event programmes for more information.
Prospective students, and their families and whānau, can talk to the Future Students Team about subject and degree choices, University Entrance requirements and pathways to study. They can also provide information on the enrolment process, scholarships, accommodation, costs and support services.
Appointments are available via phone, Zoom or face-to-face (in either Hamilton or Tauranga) between 9am and 4pm on weekdays. Book an appointment.