University of Waikato is internationally recognized for providing future-focused education and research. The university offers over 120 courses, accredited by AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA and Engineering New Zealand. UoW ranks among the top 1.1% universities in the world, enrolling over 12,000 students including 2,000 international students applying to study in New Zealand.

Waikato University is home to Waikato Management School, ranked among top 1% business schools in the world. It has earned 'Triple Crown' status for delivering excellence in business education and top notch MBA in New Zealand.

University of Waikato Ranking Highlights

Latest highlights for global rankings of University of Waikato:

  • #375 in QS Global World Rankings 2021
  • #501–600 in THE World University Rankings 2021
  • #101–200 in THE Impact Rankings 2021
  • #761 in Best Global Universities by US News Report 2021
  • #1113 in World University Rankings by CWUR 2021
  • #701-800 in Academic Ranking of World Universities by ShanghaiRankings 2021

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University of Waikato World Rankings by QS

QS placed University of Waikato among the top 500 universities in the world. UoW ranked #375 with an overall score of 29.1. The factors used to rank 1500 universities include academic reputation, employer reputation, citation per faculty, international faculty and international students ratio. The university scored highest for international faculty ratio.

University of Waikato scores across various indicators used by QS:

Indicators Scores
Overall 29.1
Academic Reputation 19.6
Employer Reputation 16.1
Faculty Student Ratio 10.7
Citations per Faculty 41.4
International Faculty Ratio 96.8
International Students Ratio 85.3

University of Waikato World Rankings by Times Higher Education

Times Higher education has placed University of Waikato among the top 600 globally. UoW scored 93.4 for international outlook, as it enrols a large population of candidates aspiring to study in New Zealand from all around the world. Scores for different parameters by THE:

Teaching 22.6
Research 28.5
Citations 52.3
Industry Income 43.5
International Outlook 93.4

University of Waikato Rankings in New Zealand

University of Waikato, one of the finest universities in New Zealand, offers a diverse number of courses and specializations for students. It’s highly qualified faculty, rich and diverse campus culture and contemporary teaching module has earned these prestigious ranks in the national rankings.

  • As per US News & World Report 2021:
    • #39 in Best Global Universities in Australia/New Zealand
    • #7 in Best Global Universities in New Zealand
  • #6 in Academic Ranking of World Universities by ShanghaiRankings 2021
  • #7 in National Rankings by CWUR 2021

University of Waikato Subject Specific Ranking by QS

QS WUR by Subject 2021 has placed courses taught at University of Waikato among the top 500. Education & Training, English Language & Literature and Communication & Media Studies are some of the subjects ranked among the top 200.

Rankings for University of Waikato courses by QS Rankings by Subject 2021:

Subjects Rank
Education and Training #101-150
English Language and Literature #151-200
Communication and Media Studies #151-200
Accounting and Finance #251-300
Sociology #251-300
Business & Management Studies #251-300
Computer Science and Information Systems #301-350
Economics and Econometrics #301-350
Social Sciences and Management #357
Environmental Sciences #351-400
Arts and Humanities #401-450

University of Waikato Subject-wise Ranking by THE

University of Waikato offers undergraduate, graduate and research degrees in a vast number of subjects and departments. Of all these subjects, the globally ranked subjects by Times Higher Education are accounting and finance, communication and media studies, computer science and media studies, economics & education.

Times Higher Education rankings for University of Waikato courses:

Subjects Rank
Arts and humanities 301-400
Engineering and technology 501-600
Life sciences 201-250
Physical sciences 501-600
Education 176-200
Business & Economics 126-150
Social science 201-250
Psychology 301-400

University of Waikato Miscellaneous Ranking

University of Waikato campus offers a variety of research facilities to improve and empower the social and economic conditions of the country and society. Following are the impact rankings by Times Higher Education for University of Waikato, appreciating their contribution.

Goals Rank
Partnerships for the goals #201-300
Peace, justice and strong institutions #101-200
Reducing inequality #57
Decent work and economic growth #62
Quality education #301-400
Good health and well-being #301-400
Impact ranking #201-300

The University of Waikato, since its establishment has proved its strong roots in creating empowerment and making transformations by offering academic excellence. The university provides a vibrant campus life and a multitude of job opportunities in New Zealand, attracting thousands of international students. Some of the highly sought after UoW courses are business and management studies, accounting and finance.