With a founding principle of “Ko Te Tangata” (For the People), the University of Waikato has grown
from a young challenger to a top 250 global university that prioritizes social impact as much as
research.

The World’s First Bachelor of Climate Change While others are adding “sustainability” modules,
Waikato launched a world-first Bachelor of Climate Change. It’s a multi-disciplinary degree that
combines science, economics, and policy, proving that climate change is a social problem, not just a
scientific one.

“The Pā”: A New Heart for Campus The university recently opened The Pā, an award-winning,
state-of-the-art facility that integrates a student hub with a university marae. It’s a physical
manifestation of their commitment to a bicultural and inclusive future.

1 for Research Intensity Waikato is ranked #1 in New Zealand for research when measured by
citations per faculty member. They aren’t just publishing papers; they are publishing the papers
that other scientists actually use.

Te Tohu Paetahi Immersion Waikato is home to the longest-running Te Reo Māori immersion
programme of its kind. This deep commitment to indigenous knowledge offers a unique perspective
that you simply cannot get at a traditional Western university.

“Waikato is a beautiful campus and is very inviting… it has a sense of belonging.” — Laine, Media
Creative Technologies student

Looking Forward: Can a university’s commitment to “the people” and indigenous knowledge
actually make its scientific research more impactful on the global stage?

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