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University of Waikato: Te Ao Hurihuri Programme
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- New Zealand
- Hamilton
Term
Short Term
Subject Areas
Indigenous Cultures
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Apr 09, 2026
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About Program
Kia ora, welcome to Waikato!
Te Ao Hurihuri is an enriching cultural immersion programme offered by the University of Waikato. You'll start this two week journey beginning with a pōwhiri, a traditional Māori welcoming ceremony to officially welcome you to campus. You'll engage with Māori academic experts, take part in immersive experiences that celebrate Indigenous traditions, and connect with a community of students and staff who share a passion for Indigenous knowledge and experiences. Te Ao Hurihuri opens the door to a deeper appreciation of Māori ways of thinking, living, and engaging with the world.
Haere mai - come and hear our stories, discover our ties to each other, and reflect on how we can all be good ancestors.
Program Highlights
- Deepen your understanding of Indigenous knowledge
- Experience authentic and vibrant Māori culture firsthand
- Be a part of a transformative learning journey that is uniquely shaped by the University of Waikato and its deep connection to local iwi
Introducing The Pā
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Diversity & Inclusion 💙
LGBTQIA+ Support
The Rainbow Staff/Student Alliance is a group for staff and students and provides a forum for networking, discussion and progression of takatāpui and LGBTIQ+ issues.
Neurodivergent Support
Neurodivergent support is housed in our wider Accessibility support at the University of Waikato. They are a small dedicated team, with a strong focus on providing a quality robust service that works for the students who engage with us. Our aim is to provide all students at the University of Waikato chances to succeed academically regardless of whatever impairments they may be experiencing and to have the opportunity to have a positive and engaging student experience.
Accessibility Support
The University of Waikato is committed to providing equity in education and works to ensure that students with impairments have access to all areas of campus life and the student experience. Our Accessibility Service strives to make our University more inclusive and accessible as well as having equity of opportunity for success.
Although registration is welcome at any time, all students with impairments or support needs are encouraged to register with Accessibility Services before coming to University or very early in their studies.
Although registration is welcome at any time, all students with impairments or support needs are encouraged to register with Accessibility Services before coming to University or very early in their studies.
Impact 🌎
Sustainability
The United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) underpin all of our activities as an institution, and serve as a valuable framework for how we're addressing some of the biggest challenges facing humanity through our research, teaching, operations and external engagement. Our aspiration is for both a healthy and connected environment and fair and inclusive communities, acknowledging that neither can exist without each other.
Ethical Impact
The 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings confirm the University of Waikato is making excellent progress when it comes to aligning its research, teaching, campus operations and engagement to the biggest challenges facing the world today.
The University is 92nd out of the 1,591 institutions ranked by THE worldwide, retaining its place in the top 100.
The University is 92nd out of the 1,591 institutions ranked by THE worldwide, retaining its place in the top 100.
