Waikato University Visit

The presentation by Glenn Horsfall from Waikato University on Monday 24 May was well attended by 35 Year 11-13 students.  Glenn talked about the vibrant campus experience available from both their Hamilton and Tauranga campuses, their wide range of degrees, small numbers in lectures and tutorials and access to lecturers, along with possible overseas exchanges and good range of scholarships. For me the takeaway from the presentation was the following information about their work integrated learning papers:

• Our work-integrated learning (WIL) papers create a link between academic learning and the practical applications of learning in the workplace. 

• WIL is a compulsory component of all University of Waikato’s undergraduate degrees.

• Students acquire, understand and apply essential professional skills that will prepare them for the future workforce. 

• Our Partner Organisation's benefit from fresh perspectives and ideas, shortcutting future recruitment and providing opportunities for growth. 

• Work-integrated learning is a win-win for organisations and students.

Five Year 12 students have expressed interest in attending the Waikato Experience days on 29-30 June and 12-13 August. If selected to attend these days the students will be able to do so at no cost to themselves. This is a great opportunity for them to experience life at Waikato University first hand.