The contents of this site provide information to students currently enrolled at the University of Waikato, who wish to study in a foreign country as part of their degree programme. If you are an international student wishing to Study Abroad at the University of Waikato, please click here for more information. If you are enrolled in a programme of study at the University of Waikato you are eligible to apply to be an exchange student, however you should have completed at least one year of study at the University of Waikato by the time you go overseas. Have an academic record showing a B average and have the approval of your Department or School of Study.
Some universities require above a B average.
Students are not able to be considered for an exchange if they do not have a B average at the time they apply. Be able to demonstrate access to sufficient funds to finance your exchange and meet student visa requirements. Personal Qualities Be a suitable ambassador for the University of Waikato and New Zealand. If you have decided to participate in the Exchange Programme, please DO NOT contact the host university to make arrangements regarding accommodation, credit or enrolment, until you have been instructed to do so by the Study Abroad Advisor at the University of Waikato International Centre. There are specific procedures that must be followed for students on the Exchange programme, to avoid the host university mistaking you for a full fee paying international student.