Postgraduate study
Advance your career with postgraduate study at the University of Waikato. Discover the diverse subject options available.
Elevate your career with postgraduate study at the University of Waikato
Looking to take your career to the next level? Explore our diverse range of postgraduate study programmes at the University of Waikato. From technology and business to health and education, we offer Master's degrees and postgraduate diplomas designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed.
Whether you're passionate about making a difference in your community or pursuing a high-earning career, we have a programme that's right for you.
Arts
Explore the humanities and arts in-depth. Our postgraduate programmes include disciplines like international relations, and environmental planning, fostering creativity and critical thinking for a range of careers.
Business
Elevate your business skills with our Business Master’s degrees. Our programmes are designed to expand your knowledge in management, technology, accounting, and innovation, equipping you for leadership roles in the corporate sector.
Education
Shape the future of education with our postgraduate Education programmes. In addition to advanced training in fields such as English language teaching, we offer specialised teacher training programmes, providing you with the skills and expertise to make a lasting impact in classrooms and the wider education sector.
Health
Advance your career in healthcare with our Health Master’s degrees. Our programmes provide specialised training in health science, midwifery, and pharmacy practice, giving you the advanced expertise needed to excel in your profession.
Law
Enhance your legal expertise with our Master’s degrees in Law. Our programmes offer rigorous training in legal theory and practice, preparing you for a successful career in law and the legal sector.
Psychology
Our postgraduate study programmes in Psychology offer a deep dive into the human mind and behaviour. Whether you're interested in clinical psychology, research, or applied psychology, our programmes equip you with the knowledge and skills to make a meaningful impact.
Science, Engineering, and Computing
Lead the way in technological innovation with our postgraduate STEM programmes. Our courses offer specialised training in science, artificial intelligence, and engineering, equipping you to contribute to cutting-edge research and development.
What our postgraduate students are saying
PhD and Doctoral
Explore higher research degrees at University of Waikato and discover information about doctoral (PhD, EdD, DHSc, SJD, DMA) and Master of Philosophy programmes. Get guidance on your doctoral journey and thesis preparation.
Find a PhD opportunity
We have a wide range of PhD research opportunities with new vacancies are added regularly. If the vacancies don't match your interests, you can develop your own topic to explore in a research degree. Explore our PhD opportunities today.
Research at Waikato
Join our research community. Discover our latest projects, achievements, and learn how to make an impact with research at Waikato.
Diploma in Postgraduate Preparation – Pre-Masters
Designed for International students, successful completion of this diploma provides direct entry to a range of postgraduate degree programmes.
Postgraduate study in Business Management
Propel your career forward with postgraduate study at Waikato Management School, ranked in the top 1% of business schools globally.
Executive Education
Learn to lead with confidence and make connections that matter through our broad range of executive education and corporate development programmes.
Postgraduate Students' Association
The PGSA exists to represent all postgraduate interests at the University of Waikato. We work towards improving conditions at the university so that your postgraduate experience is positive and rewarding.