Future Engineering Students

Welcome to Engineering at Waikato! Start your engineering journey or upskill with us. Learn engineering basics, what sets our grads apart, our first-year structure and more below.

Engineering 101

Are you interested in creating things that can change the world? Do you want to be a part of the future and work on cutting-edge technology that can make a difference in people's lives? Then perhaps professional engineering is the one for you!

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Professional engineering at Waikato is one of New Zealand’s best kept secrets, but we don't want to keep it that way. Here are the key reasons you should look no further than studying engineering with us.

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During your initial year, you delve into the fundamentals of professional engineering and get a glimpse into how each engineering field plays a role in addressing significant real-world problems.

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New students have varying levels of knowledge, confidence, and experience, especially regarding Physics and Maths requirements. Jump Start prepares you, regardless of your background, to excel in your chosen engineering program.

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Experience Engineering at Waikato

We offer a range of experiences to support engagement with our schools and communities to demystify and get young people excited about a career in engineering, provide insights into university life and make it clear why the world needs more creative engin

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Find out what makes Engineering at Waikato different! Learn more about our eight competitive programmes, gain valuable insights from our current students and graduates working in industry.   

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