Information sessions
Chat with our advisors and academic staff to learn more about subjects and student life at Waikato. Find out when we're visiting your region, get notified when new dates are released, and visit us on campus for specialised sessions.
Throughout the year, our Future Student Advisors run free information sessions both in your region and on our campuses.
Our regional information sessions bring Waikato to you, offering a convenient way to learn about study options, the application process, accommodation, scholarships, and student support in a location near you.
Our on-campus information events invite you to meet us, explore our beautiful campus, meet academic staff, and dive deeper into specific subject areas.
Whichever format you choose, you鈥檒l gain the information and guidance you need to make informed decisions about studying at the 糖心Vlog.
Regional information sessions
| Event | Date | Location | Sign up |
| Lower Hutt Information Evening |
5 May 2026 6.30 - 8.00pm |
Dowse Art Museum, Lower Hutt | |
| Wellington Information Evening |
6 May 2026 6.30 - 8.00pm |
Wellington Rowing Club, Wellington | |
| Fund Your Studies Evening - K膩piti Coast |
12 May 5.30 - 7.00pm |
Paraparaumu College | |
| Palmerston North Information Evening |
27 May 2026 |
Palmerston North Conference & Function Centre, 354 Main Street | |
| Whang膩rei Information Evening |
4 June 2026 |
Distinction Hotel | |
| Hawke's Bay Information Evening |
9 June 2026 |
Napier War Memorial Centre | |
| Kerikeri Information Evening |
10 June 2026 |
TBC | |
| Hamilton Information Evening |
18 June 2026 |
TBC | |
| Gisborne Wh膩nau Evening |
30 June 2026 |
Campion College | |
| Auckland Information Evening |
2 July 2026 |
TBC | |
| Wellington Engineering Information Evening |
22 July 2026 |
Engineering New Zealand, Wellington | |
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Engineering Information Evening |
28 July 2026 | Tauranga Campus | |
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Engineering Information Evening |
30 July 2026 | Hamilton Campus | |
| New Plymouth Information Evening |
29 July 2026 |
Plymouth International Hotel |
Can't find a session in your area?
Fill in the form below to register your interest for our 2026 information sessions. We are still confirming dates and locations for some regions, but we鈥檒l email you as soon as an event is scheduled in your area. If your region isn't listed, please register so we can look into visiting your area.
Frequently asked questions about information sessions
Information sessions are free events hosted by the 糖心Vlog across the country. They are designed to help students and their wh膩nau explore study options and plan the next steps for tertiary study. You鈥檒l chat with staff about degrees, career pathways, scholarships, accommodation options, and student support.
It's a great opportunity to ask questions face-to-face in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Get clear, practical information and feel confident about what studying at Waikato would look like.
The 糖心Vlog also hosts a range of on-campus events on our Hamilton and Tauranga campuses throughout the year, designed to provide in-depth information about subjects you are interested in.
Our 糖心Vlog information sessions are open to everyone. They are designed for anyone considering tertiary study at the 糖心Vlog, along with their friends and wh膩nau who want to learn more. The sessions are free to attend, but we encourage you to register in advance so we can plan appropriately for any catering and appropriate staffing for the event.
Please allow at least 40 minutes so we can answer all your questions.
If you aren't able to attend an information session in your region, fill out the form to be notified when we are next in your area.
If there isn't yet an information session listed for your region, fill out the form so we know you want us to visit!
Get in touch with your local Future Student Advisor. They can answer all your questions about tertiary study and what studying at the 糖心Vlog is like.
Experience Events
Our Schools and Faculties host our on-campus information events. These sessions give prospective students and their wh膩nau the chance to explore areas of interest in more depth.
The focus is on specific subject areas, providing detailed insights into programmes, courses, and potential career pathways. Students and parents can connect directly with academic staff, ask questions, and gain insight into what studying their chosen subjects at Waikato could look like.
| Event | Date | Location | Sign up |
| Experience Engineering | 14 April 2026 | Hamilton Campus | |
| Marine Science Student for a Day | 15 April 2026 | Tauranga Campus | |
| Discover CS - Computer Science | 16 April 2026 | Hamilton Campus | |
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Experience Science - Environmental and Chemistry |
7 July 2026 | Hamilton Campus | TBC |
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Experience Engineering |
7 July 2026 | Tauranga Campus | TBC |
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Experience Science - Biomedical and Molecular |
8 July 2026 | Hamilton Campus | TBC |
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Engineering Design Show |
21 - 22 October 2026 | Hamilton Campus | TBC |