In the Bay, for the Bay - World-class diplomas, degrees and research.In the Western Bay of Plenty, the University of Waikato delivers programmes in partnership with the Bay of Plenty Polytechnic.Nau mai, haere mai!Our Students can be assured of an outstanding academic education and a degree to take them places.We offer more scholarships than any other university in the country, conduct exchange programmes with top universities overseas, and have a practical commitment to work placement within degrees.Choose the University of Waikato - the university representing the best of New Zealand.Bold Ideas, Smart People, Unlimited Ambition.Whakaaro Pakenga. Hinengaro Koi. Pito Mata Mutunga Kore.