Get ready to embark on a journey of discovery with Te Kura Aronui School of Social Sciences!
Our thought-provoking subjects explore the ever-changing landscape of natural and physical resources, spaces, and the intangible realm of ideas, beliefs, morals, language, and organisations. Our inquisitive approach not only uncovers the mysteries of the world around us but also delves deeper into our own place within it.
Our curriculum is uniquely positioned at the forefront of pivotal global and local debates, ranging from post-colonialism and indigeneity to growth, sustainability, and climate resilience, social justice, emergent identities and institutions. You'll be taught by award-winning teachers and internationally respected academics, who will guide you through our flexible and engaging programmes that cater to your busy lifestyle in the modern environment. Join us and become a part of the next generation of change-makers who will shape our world for the better.
Impact of childhood development support unlocked by Marsden funding boost
A study aimed at supporting language development and self-regulation in early learning settings can now track its impact from early childhood education through to primary school, thanks to a multi-million-dollar boost from the Marsden Fund.
Research exploring how Kiwi kids understand and use Māori loanwords
Study set to uncover how English-speaking primary school pupils are incorporating Māori loanwords into their everyday language.
Waikato graduate places spotlight on severe housing deprivation
Master of Social Sciences graduate Georgia Brown placed a spotlight on severe housing deprivation in Pacific communities as part of her master’s thesis.
National athlete to advocate for mothers and children through social work
It was Marijke Claude's passion for justice, whanaungatanga and manaakitanga that inspired her to study a Bachelor of Social Work at the University of Waikato in Tauranga.
When did you last hear something positive about physical differences? Professor Katrina Roen speaks about how we experience our bodies and how we make sense of what we experience.
Dr Gemma Piercy-Cameron speaks about her PhD research on baristas and café culture.
Dr Kate Stevens speaks about the history of whaling in Aotearoa New Zealand and her other research interests.
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