The degree of Doctor of Philosophy is awarded by the University for research carried out under the supervision of at least two staff members. A PhD can also be presented as a PhD with Publication or a PhD with a Creative Practice Component.
Entry Requirements
Candidates making enquiries about the PhD programme need sufficient information to make an informed choice about their study plans. The Graduate Advisor in the appropriate Faculty/School can be approached for initial advice on these matters. Our Staff Profiles are another useful resource.
He tohu tenei mo te hunga kua whai pukenga, whai wheako, whai mahi, whai tohu matauranga ranei, ki te kaupapa o te ako i roto i nga wharekura, kura tuarua ranei.
Already have a bachelor's degree, transferrable skills from your background working in the Trades/Technology industry, or a high level of fluency in Te Reo Maori/Pacific language(s)?
Entry Requirements
Please apply early as all applicants are subject to an interview and selection process.
Due to complete your undergraduate degree, career change or already have a degree? Become a teacher and influence the future of New Zealand education in only one year with a Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching.
Entry Requirements
Teacher Education applications open from 1 July every year.
Become a qualified primary or secondary teacher with our Master of Teaching and Learning. Learn about contemporary and emerging trends in education and be informed by current research.
Entry Requirements
Teacher Education applications open from 1 July every year.
Already have a Bachelor's degree but want to start a career in Nursing? The Master of Nursing Practice enables graduates from a wide range of disciplines to apply for registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand to practice as a Registered Nurse.
Entry Requirements
Selection of applicants for the Master of Nursing Practice is based on both academic background and suitability for nursing.
Inspire the next generation, transform learning and foster imagination by becoming a teacher. A qualification in teaching from the University of Waikato will set you up to become a skilled and reflective teacher.
Entry Requirements
Please apply early as all applicants are subject to an interview and selection process.
The two-paper Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Supervision (ProfSup) offers specialist postgraduate education in either family and relationship counselling or counselling supervision.
The two-paper Postgraduate Certificate in Counselling (PGCertCouns) offers specialist postgraduate education in either family and relationship counselling or counselling supervision.
The International Diploma (Computer Science) combines the first year of the Bachelor of Science with a programme of English Language development, academic support, and development activities to provide you a direct-entry to year two of the Bachelor of Science.
Entry Requirements
English Language Entry Requirements
IELTS 5.5 (no individual component under 5.0) or equivalent.
For all other tests that we will accept as part of English language proficiency please visit our Entry Requirements page under the Pathways Options tab.
