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C H O O S E W A I K A T O 1

10 SUBJECTS

C h e m i s t r y

C o m p u t e r S c i e n c e ,

I n f o r m a t i o n Te c h n o l o g y , I n f o r m a t i o n

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M o l e c u l a r , C e l l u l a r a n d

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P u r e a n d A p p l i e d

M a t h e m a t i c s

E d u c a t i o n

(Combined University

and College of

Education Scores)

The numbers ref lect the qual ity of our academic staff and f i rmly establ ish

Waikato as a top research–led univers ity. The numbers a lso show that

students at Waikato are taught by staff at the leading edge of their disciplines.

T H E U N I V E R S I T Y O F W A I K A T O2

CONTENTS

C H O O S E WA I K ATO

05 >>Where you study is as important as what you’ll be studyingand every university has something different to offer. This section is about how Waikato supports its students,financially and in other ways, our calibre as a university,and what your life might be like if you choose to live, studyand play in Hamilton as a Waikato University student.

Schools of Studies 06

Hamilton: Student City 08

Live on Campus 11

Campus Lifestyle 14

Student Support 16

Study Plus 17

Scholarships 18

Tauranga: Joining Forces in the Bay 21

Important Dates 2009/2010 22

Prospectus User Guide 24

How to Get In to Waikato 26

Check the Costs 28

Application and Enrolment Process 29

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C H O O S E YO U R S U B J E C T C H O O S E YO U R D E G R E E

30 100>> >>You may want to keep studying the subjects you enjoy already or you may want to give something else a go. To help you decide, we’ve described our subjects in this section. So here they are: a comprehensive list of all the subjects you can study at Waikato and some ideas about where they can take you.

After a good look through the subjects section, you should be ready to choose your degree. Waikato has a broad range of degrees and a flexible structure so you can build a degree to suit your interests and career plans. Go to this section to find out more about which degree is right for you and what some Waikato grads have done with their degree.

Subjects 30 Degrees 100

Pathways to University 102

Conjoint Degrees 103

Glossary 140

Campus Map 141

This publication uses vegetable based inks and environmentally responsible papers. The cover is printed on Novatech Satin which is FSC certifi ed and from sustainable and Well Managed Forests. The text is printed on Sumo Matt and from Well Managed Forests, manufactured under ISO14001 Environmental Management Systems. The University of Waikato is committed to reducing its environmental footprint.

CHOOSE WAIKATO and you are choosing the university that best represents New Zealand – a small country on a big roll. Bold ideas, smart, brave people and unlimited ambition.

Like the Waikato music graduate who has appeared in professional opera productions and sung with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. She’s gone on to win one of Australasia’s most prestigious singing competitions. Or, like the professor who has led the way in commercialising scientifi c research by founding two biotechnology companies, Zygem and Parric. She’s also researched the historic huts of Antarctic explorers Scott and Shackleton.

Choose Waikato and you’re choosing a modern university with a unique attitude. Waikato has always been prepared to challenge the way things are done, to take risks and stand up for what we believe in. We don’t let tradition cramp our style. We’re about looking forward not going backwards, and we’re proud of that.

CHOOSE WAIKATO. THERE’S NO STOPPING YOU.

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FACULTY OF ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

Studying with the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences will further

your thinking and encourage you to look outside the square. We offer

papers for people who are interested in human nature and the human

mind; who are creative, thoughtful and up for a challenge. Students

learn from staff who are world-class in their areas of teaching,

research and expertise. Recently, the Faculty was awarded $1.5 million

for leading research projects in psychology, English and video game

violence, and our Screen and Media Studies and Music Departments

are ranked first in the country*. Employers are looking for graduates

who can think critically and creatively and flourish in the working

environment, and that’s exactly what we equip our students to do.

SCHOOLS OF STUDIES

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION

Quality programmes, research that makes a difference and inspiring

leadership, is what makes Waikato School of Education – Te Kura Toi

Tangata distinct.

Currently, Waikato School of Education rates number one for

educational research in the country.** Our researchers help

shape education nationally and internationally. They make major

contributions to teacher education, special education, educational

leadership, counsellor education, Māori education and sport and

leisure studies.

We cater for school leavers, adult learners, career changers,

international students and distance learners. You can study full-time

or part-time, either online or on-campus at undergraduate or

postgraduate level. Our recognised programmes are based on current

theories in education and offer opportunities for practical experiences.

Waikato School of Education qualifications are valued in New Zealand

and overseas. Our sought-after graduates establish successful careers

in diverse areas such as teaching, sport and leisure, counselling, policy

making and academia. Enhance your future career opportunities

today and join us at New Zealand’s number one School of Education.

SCHOOL OF COMPUTING AND MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES

Study Computing and Mathematical Sciences at Waikato and you’ll

be learning from lecturers whose expertise and knowledge of cutting-

edge developments in the subject are internationally recognised. Our

school is the best in the country in computer science, information

technology, information sciences, and pure and applied mathematics

research*. You will be guided by excellent lecturers and you will have

the support of a wide range of tutors and lab demonstrators. Students

who work hard and achieve high grades have the opportunity to be

rewarded with scholarships throughout their degree. Graduates from

the School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences are working all

over the world and have found employment with stellar companies

like Google, Nokia, Symantec and Intel.


* In the Government’s 2006 Performance-Based Research Fund evaluations, Waikato was fi rst in accounting and fi nance; chemistry; communications, journalism and media studies; computer science; ecology, evolution and behaviour; management; molecular and cellular biology; music, literary arts and other arts; and pure and applied mathematics.

**NZ Performance Based Research Fund ranking, when colleges of education and university scores are combined.

SCHOOL OF LAW

Experience our modern approach to studying law in its social, political,

cultural and economic contexts – an approach that is essential in

today’s changing world. The Law School offers quality professional

training in all the core subjects required by the New Zealand

Council of Legal Education. In addition, practical skills including

client interviewing and negotiation are a key feature of the Waikato

law programme. This distinctive mix means our graduates are in

great demand for conventional legal positions as well as policy and

law reform roles. Waikato law students have achieved considerable

success in national and international skills-based competitions.

We have strong research interests in environmental law, human rights

law, resource management, Treaty issues, corporate governance, law

and information technology, and international trade law. Our lecturers

regularly advise government on policy and legislative reform and are

members of international advisory groups.

WAIKATO MANAGEMENT SCHOOL

Get a reputation; join one of the world’s elite business schools.

Waikato Management School wears the triple crown of accreditation,

a status achieved by less than 1 percent of business schools

worldwide. We’re accredited to the Association of MBAs, the

European Quality Improvement System, and the Association to

Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. We’re also New Zealand’s

top performing business school in accounting and finance,

management, human resources, industrial relations, international

business and other business*.

We have strong links with the business community, superb teaching

staff, we’re set up for e-learning and our qualifications are loaded

with practical experience. Like the graduates who have gone before

you, your globally recognised qualification will prepare you to work

in some outstanding organisations, or to start one of your own.

SCHOOL OF MĀORI AND PACIFIC DEVELOPMENT

Waiata! Wairua! Waiora! Waikato! Tīhei mauri ora!

To be the first School of Māori and Pacific Development established in a university humbles us and makes us even more aware of our responsibility to our Māori and Pacific bases. We celebrate the “waters” of the spirit, the mind and the body! We enjoy our reputation as the premier School in the University for the teaching and learning of Māori language and tikanga. We have a people-driven approach to indigenous development in a nurturing, supportive and culturally aware environment. We offer teaching at a graduate and postgraduate level, on and off campus, including distance and internet-based learning and teaching. In valuing people we will produce graduates capable of contributing to the knowledge economy of Aotearoa/New Zealand. This will also enhance the values of manaakitanga, mana and aroha.

Nau mau! Haere mai!

SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING

Waikato is home to some of the most well-respected researchers in

the science and engineering communities. The government’s tertiary

education research evaluations confirmed our chemistry and biology

researchers, your lecturers, as the best in the country*.

The international standard of our engineering degree is recognised

by IPENZ (Institution of Professional Engineers of New Zealand)

accreditation. Our engineering students are also making a name

for themselves by participating in international competitions, such

as the World Solar Challenge across the Australian outback, in

vehicles designed and built at Waikato. Repeated wins in national

competitions such as the IPENZ student design competition and

the ACENZ (Association of Consulting Engineers New Zealand)

student awards are also testimony to the quality of engineering

education at Waikato.

Teaching and research in the School is supported by first-class

facilities and some of the world’s most advanced laboratory

equipment – like the Bruker Centre of Mass Spectrometry

Excellence for investigating molecular structure – the largest

collection of instruments of its type in New Zealand. The Waikato

Radiocarbon Dating Laboratory provides data to scientists around

the world and was one of five worldwide used to establish

international standards of analysis.


HAMILTON: STUDENT CITY

WAIKATO: ACTION CENTRAL

Waikato University is at the heart of adventure country. Raglan and the southern hemisphere’s best left-hand break are just 40 minutes away, while the Coromandel and Bay of Plenty have some of the country’s most beautiful beaches. Waikato is the closest university to Whakapapa’s ski resorts, and there are forests, lakes and thermal hot pools within an easy drive of campus. South Waikato has awesome mountain biking, rock climbing and motor sport courses, while adrenalin junkies can opt for jet boating, quad biking or some of the best white water rafting in the country. Taupo is famous for its extreme activities like bungy jumping, skydiving and wakeboarding. University clubs cater for all of these activities, making it easy to have a go at something new.

HAMILTON: STUDENT CITY

Hamilton is a student city. With more than 46,000 people in tertiary study, there is a huge range of things for students to do and see. Great shopping, cafés, restaurants and bars, international sporting venues, theatre groups, art galleries – you name it, Hamilton’s got it.

THE NIGHT LIFE

Hamilton has the best student nightlife in the country. There’s a good local network of underground bands and, with 60 bars and cafés on one block alone, no shortage of venues. Whether you’re into hip hop, acoustic guitar, house, punk, metal, opera or Super-14 on the big screen, there’s a place for you. Late night buses offer a safe, budget transport option and because everything’s so close, taxis are cheap. Famous for its live music scene, Hamilton has produced bands such as The Datsuns, 48May and Katchafire.

THE DAY LIFE

Hamilton has all the benefits of a big city without the hassles. Traffic is minimal and the University is only five minutes’ drive to the central city. Yet it has all the facilities, shops and entertainment options you expect and the student discounts to match.

Hamilton is a cosmopolitan city with a wide variety of restaurants and cafés to choose from – Thai, Mexican, Spanish, Japanese, Indian, Chinese and many more, so you’ll never be short of a place to eat.

Following the Waikato River through the city will take you past riverside cafés, beautiful running and cycling tracks, the Hamilton Gardens and even some swimming holes.

Hamilton and the Waikato are home to some great events andtraditions. While you’re studying here you’ll find yourself caught up in them, whether it’s ringing a cowbell at a Chiefs game, watching friends perform at the University’s Academy of Performing Arts, or cheering Waikato on in The Gallagher Great Race.

THE GALLAGHER GREAT RACE

Waikato has links to some of the most prestigious universities in the world through The Gallagher Great Race – a university tradition. Each year crowds line the banks of the Waikato River to cheer home our Waikato rowing eight against a crew from one of the world’s top universities. Cambridge, Oxford, Washington and Harvard universities have all come down under to take up the challenge against the men’s crew, with Melbourne and Sydney universities competing against our women’s crew. There is free riverside entertainment throughout the day with big screen coverage of race action.

‘O’ WEEK

Every year, the Waikato Students’ Union puts on a week-long celebration welcoming students called Orientation or ‘O’ Week. During the day, activities include live music, competitions, Fear Factor-style challenges, sports matches, markets, a clubs’ day and much, much more. After sunset the nightlife takes off. Top national and local bands play in Hamilton and our many bars and cafés turn it on for the students. On the study side, there is Academic Orientation and all new students receive a Welcome Pack to get them off to a great start.


WAIKATO EVENTS

YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS

WAIKATO UNIVERSITY ORIENTATION WEEK

RIP CURL RAGLAN PRO SURFING

PARACHUTE MUSIC FESTIVAL

THE FUEL FESTIVAL OF NEW ZEALAND THEATRE

THE GALLAGHER GREAT RACE

NZ ETHNIC SOCCER FESTIVAL

THE LAKE TAUPO CYCLE CHALLENGE

RALLY NEW ZEALAND

V8 SUPERCAR CHAMPIONSHIP

HUFF: THE HAMILTON UNDERGROUND FILM FESTIVAL

2010 WORLD ROWING CHAMPIONSHIPS

ROUND THE BRIDGES RACE AND FUN RUN

THE PERRY FOUNDATION REV CYCLE FESTIVAL

REAL WOMEN DUATHLON

INTERNATIONAL RUGBY, CRICKET AND NETBALL CLASHES

BRIDGE-TO-BRIDGE WATER SKI CLASSIC

HAMILTON GARDENS SUMMER FESTIVAL

BALLOONS OVER WAIKATO

BLUES, BREWS & BBQS

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Beers at The Old Hog

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Mince and Cheese Pie at Hillcrest New World

THE $10 HAMILTON NIGHT OUT

TRANSPORT

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$15 taxi into town ($3.75 between four)

$1.80 flat bus rate with a Busit card

No door charge $0.00

No cover charge at Axces Bar $0.00

Mince & cheese pie, Hillcrest New World $1.50

Fries at Burgerfuel $3.80

Long black at La Commune $3

BEERS

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RENT

REC CENTRE

From $3.50 (The Outback)

From $3 (The Old Hog)

Weekend movies and blockbusters $14.50

Green Zone $15 for Super 14

$10 each for six or more tickets

$70-$90 a week for a flat near campus

$220 (12 months from start of year)

Approximate prices


LIVE ON CAMPUS

Waikato Halls of Residence are all on campus,

providing the ultimate student experience. Living

in the halls is a great way to meet new people and

immerse yourself in student life without the hassles of

rosters and flat bills. And because you’re just a walk

away from your lectures you’ll get maximum sleep

time. A room in the halls comes with a built-in social

life, from organised events like balls, dinners and

inter-hall sports competitions to spur-of-the-moment

adventures that build lifelong memories.

This will probably be your first time living away from home. You’ll have to manage your time, your money and your priorities carefully and you’ll learn more about yourself than you ever thought there was to know. But because most of the residents in the halls are first-year students you’re all in the same boat. The residential staff in the halls are students too, so they know the sort of issues you’re likely to encounter and how to figure them out.

REASONS TO LIVE ON CAMPUS

10A great way to make new friends and meet >

potential flatmates

Sports and social events, including an annual ball, >

themed dinners and inter-hall competitions

Close to the library, computer labs, lecture theatres, >

the rec centre and sports fields

Sky TV, games rooms and lounges for hanging out >

with your mates

Access to computers, photocopier, fax, telephone >

and the internet

Study support to keep you focused >

Rooms that are cleaned regularly, fully furnished >

and heated

Delicious meals in fully catered halls and free weekly >

shopping trips if you’re self-catering

Diverse ethnic and cultural population >

Safe, friendly, supportive atmosphere right on campus >


LIVE ON CAMPUS

COLLEGE HALL

Next to the swimming pools, tennis and squash courts, sports fields and the Don Llewellyn Sports Bar, College Hall is one of the most diverse Halls of Residence on campus. The multicultural flavour of College Hall ensures a warm and friendly environment and an enriching experience.

STUDENT VILLAGE

Student Village is situated near the Rec Centre, Academy of Performing Arts, main lecture theatres, shops and cafés. The Village provides a friendly and safe environment with excellent facilities, including TV lounges, Sky TV, a pool table and a computer room linked to the University’s network.

BRYANT HALL

Bryant Hall, set amongst beautiful trees and grounds and next to Student Village, is a great place to live, study and begin lifelong friendships. Each floor becomes the family or whānau for 20 to 25 residents under the guidance of residential staff.

ORCHARD PARK

Orchard Park is a flatting community, allowing residents to choose their own style of living. Orchard Park accepts undergraduate or postgraduate students who can apply as individuals or as a flatting group.

Orchard Park is an ideal transition situation, as well as being an excellent choice for those students who have already been “out in the world” and are returning to education. It provides residents with an introduction to living in an independent situation within a secure, supportive, friendly environment with endless opportunities for social activities. It is ideal for students with particular dietary requirements as they are able to buy and cook their own food.

>> College Hall

>> Student Village

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COSTS

Contracts are for a minimum of 37 weeks >

unless other arrangements have been made.

All fees quoted are based on 2009 Halls of >

Residence fees. Prices will vary slightly in 2010.

Applications for Halls of Residence >

accommodation are due 1 October 2009.

Want to know more?

> Visit www.waikato.ac.nz

Accommodation on campus offers you a great place to live, study and make new friends. Waikato has four

Halls of Residence which offer a friendly, safe atmosphere and a home away from home.

College Hall Student Village Bryant Hall

No. of Rooms 289 252 178

People per Room 1 1 1

Cost per Week $215 $215 $215

Cost for 37 Weeks $7955 $7955 $7955

Deposit $300 $300 $300

Administration

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$100 $100 $100

Activity Fee $100 $100 $100

Meals per Week 21 21 21

Min Residential

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37 37 37

Laundry Coin operated Coin operated Coin operated

Linen Hire Duvet blanket, pillow provided $160/yr (incl laundry costs for sheets and pillowcase (if required))

Duvet blanket, pillow provided $160/yr (incl laundry costs for sheets and pillowcase (if required))


Phone Communal for local calls. Limited rooms with phone access – own expense

Communal for local calls. Limited rooms with phone access – own expense

Communal for local calls. Limited rooms with phone access – own expense

Internet Access available in bedrooms – own expense

Access available in bedrooms – own expense


Computer Room Yes Yes Yes

Parking Limited free parking

Limited reserved parking $100/yr


Smoking Outside only Outside only Outside only

Other Facilities Library, TV rooms, leisure centre, bike and motorbike sheds

Library, TV rooms, leisure centre, bike and motorbike sheds

Library, games room, TV lounges, projector room, bike and motorbike sheds

FULLY CATERED

100S OF MATES

918 ROOMS

College Hall Student Village Bryant Hall Orchard Park

No. of Rooms 27 42 20 110

People per Flat 6 or 7 4, 6 or 7 5 4 or 6

Cost per Week $130 $130 $110 $105

Cost for 37 Weeks $4810 $4810 $4070 $3885

Deposit $300 $300 $300 $300

Administration

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Activity Fee $100 $100 $100 $100

Power Included in weekly costs

Included in weekly costs

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37 37 37 37

Laundry Coin operated Coin operated Coin operated Coin operated

Linen Hire Duvet blanket, pillow provided $160/yr (incl laundry costs for sheets and pillowcase (if required))



Duvet blanket, pillow provided $40/yr for sheets and pillowcase (if required)

Phone Access available in bedrooms, own cost

Access available in bedrooms, own cost

Internet Access available in bedrooms – own expense




Computer Room Yes Yes Yes Yes

Parking Limited free parking


Limited reservedparking $200/yr


Smoking Outside only Outside only Outside only Outside only

Other Facilities Library, TV rooms, leisure centre, bike and motorbike sheds

Library, TV rooms, leisure centre, bike and motorbike sheds

Library, games room, TV lounges, projector room, bike and motorbike sheds

Fully furnished. 1st-year students welcome, disability access cottage, recreation room, spa, bike and motorbike shed

SELF-CATERED


CAMPUS LIFESTYLE

CULTURE

Grab a bargain at the market days by the lakes. >

Enjoy cultural hour every Wednesday with live music and DJs. >

Attend performances in the Academy. >

Get involved with Contact FM (student radio station) >

or Nexus (student magazine).

TECHNOLOGY

More than 700 computers free to use and with wireless >

internet access.

State-of-the-art laboratories and equipment. >

Information commons at the Library with 120 computers, >

printers and comprehensive electronic databases.

THE WEL ENERGY TRUST ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS

A specially designed centre for the performing arts, the Academy

provides venues and teaching rooms for the performance

programmes in music, theatre, dance and Māori, and houses a

range of art exhibitions and contemporary New Zealand paintings

from the Wallace Collection. A classroom by day, the Academy

hosts performances by professional artists and local community

events at night. The opportunity to learn and perform in the

Academy’s first-rate venues is unparalleled for any student keen

to explore performing arts as a career option.

UW SPORT

Sports opportunities on campus are endless and cater for people

wanting to socialise and have fun through to the elite. A large

number of clubs are based on campus, including rugby, hockey,

rowing, snow and ski, soccer, netball.

Sports facilities include:

Rec Centre – on-campus gym, endless pools >

University of Waikato Pool – 50m and diving pool >

Courts – squash, tennis and netball >

Sports Fields – cricket, rugby and soccer >

The Don Llewellyn Sports Bar and Pavilion >

Sporting events include:

New Zealand University Games >

New Zealand Rowing Championships >

University Blues Awards >

Interhall Challenges >

Tertiary Challenge >

Snow and ski events >

> For more info, www.waikato.ac.nz/go/sport or email [email protected]

REC CENTRE

A bit of action in your life will help you balance study and play.

The Rec Centre is one of the best-equipped gyms in the region

and it’s right here on campus. With a student discount, you can

take time out of your busy lecture schedule for a stress-releasing

workout or just hang out with your friends in the fully equipped

sports hall.

As a member you get to enjoy:

Squash and basketball courts >

Express zone >

Group exercise classes including REV (indoor cycling) >

Cardio studio, with Sky TV and an extensive range >

of cardio gear

Spacious weights room with machine and free weights >

Discounts on an extensive range of courses, including >

kickboxing, pilates, yoga, hip hop, healthy back programme and swiss ball fi tness

> For more info, www.reccentre.co.nz

ASB SOCIAL SPORTS

Entering a team in the ASB Social Sport series is a great way to

make new friends. There are netball, volleyball and soccer indoor

leagues, and six-a-side soccer and touch rugby outdoor leagues.

> For more info, www.socialsport.co.nz

Waikato has the most beautiful campus in the country. All our first-class facilities are in one location, building a

strong sense of community. You’ll find Waikato has a laid-back and easy atmosphere. Students meet for coffee by the

lakes, chill out on the lawns or play touch rugby on the fields. Buses also leave campus every 15 minutes.

rec centre‘energy for life’


HIGH-PERFORMANCE STUDENTS

Many of New Zealand’s sporting and creative and performing arts legends have studied at Waikato and we put a lot of effort into supporting them. Current or former students include Jenny-May Coffin, Nikki Cox, James Gill, Julia Booth, Callum Hall, Rob and Sonia Waddell, Jamie Fitzgerald, Emma Twigg, Caroline and Georgina Evers-Swindell, Julian Dean, Pero Cameron, Marty Holah, Laura Langman, Stephen Donald, Jeremy Mayall, Karen Barbour, Rosalind Hill, Rachel Church and Teowaina Ihimaera.

The Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme will ensure this tradition continues. It represents the University’s commitment to building well-rounded graduates and supporting high-performance students across sporting, creative and performing arts and academic endeavours. The High-Performance Student Manager is based on campus. The manager can help students balance their training, competitions and study, and liaise with academic staff, scholarship providers and sporting bodies.

> Contact the High-Performance Student Manager on 07 838 4264, 021 2211 145 or email [email protected]

WAIKATO STUDENTS’ UNION

Every student who enrols at Waikato becomes a member of the Waikato Students’ Union (WSU), which gives students a strong collective voice on campus and nationally. WSU also organises activities on campus such as Orientation, Clubs’ Day, musical performances and political speakers. It also provides a free advocacy service and hardship fund, publishes the weekly student magazine Nexus, and provides free student diaries and wall planners.

> For more info, www.wsu.org.nz


STUDENT SUPPORT

STUDENT LEARNING SUPPORT

Student Learning Support is available to assist students with a wide range of study-related problems. The main focus of Student Learning Support is to help students acquire the skills to become independent, self-directed learners. All enrolled students of the University are welcome in Student Learning Support.

Our experienced and friendly tutors can help students understand and learn;

Time management in academic programmes >

Taking notes in lectures >

Reading academic articles or books >

Understanding assignment instructions and requirements >

Locating appropriate research material for assignments or tests >

Planning and structuring assignments >

Study techniques to prepare for tests and exams >

Many other types of academic learning skills >

There are different types of appointments that students can arrange with Student Learning Support tutors. These include;

Individual (private) consultations with a learning tutor >

Drop-in sessions (private) with a learning tutor >

Learning skills workshops >

In addition, through our website we provide a range of on-line learning support materials, including self-access tutorials, learning skills handouts, and practice materials.

> For more info, www.waikato.ac.nz/pathways/ learningSupport/general/index.shtml

COUNSELLING AND SUPPORT NETWORKS

Our team of counsellors, which includes a M > āori student counsellor, can help you adjust to university life or assist you with any personal or study-related issues.

Our Accommodation Adviser will help you fi nd a fl at and give >

advice on tenancy issues.

A Student Financial Adviser can help you stretch your dollars >

further and provide free fi nancial advice.

M > āori student support staff, Te Puna Tautoko, are present in every School within the University to ensure that Māori students get the most out of their time studying here.

Waikato has an ecumenical chaplain, a Catholic priest and two >

Muslim prayer rooms. A number of religious student groups are affiliated to the Waikato Students’ Union.

STUDENT HEALTH

The Student Health Service is free for those with a Community Services Card and is open five days a week, including student holidays. There is also a pharmacy on campus.

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

Disability Support Services provides students with disabilities access to a range of services, including lecture material, learning support, alternative examination arrangements, access to assistive technology, alternative formatting, ergonomic furniture, hearing equipment, specialist staffing and much more.

> For more info, www.waikato.ac.nz/disability

CAREERS OFFICE

Some of New Zealand’s largest employers come to campus seeking Waikato graduates. We arrange presentations from the employers and schedule interviews for companies to recruit students. The careers office also provides free seminars on career pathways, CV and cover letters and interviewing skills whilst organising the annual careers fairs for Waikato students. The careers office also works closely with Student Job Search to provide part-time work and holiday employment for students.

> For more info, www.waikato.ac.nz/careers

LEGAL SERVICES

The University of Waikato offers a legal advice service to all students. A barrister is available to discuss any legal matters with you and whether or not you are eligible for Legal Aid funding.

CHILDCARE

Campus Crèche is across the road from the main campus on Hillcrest Road. The crèche has facilities for 100 children from nursery to preschool ages. For more information, visit www.creche.waikato.ac.nz or phone 07 838 4034. There is also a kohanga reo (a preschool where children are taught in the Māori language), Te Kohanga Reo o Ngā Kuaka, near the University at 159 Silverdale Road. Places fill very quickly so enquire early. Phone 07 856 2982.

CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU

Waikato is home to the first Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) on a New Zealand campus. Bureau staff can advise you on tenancy and consumer services issues and offer legal advice. The CAB is in the Cowshed building right in the heart of campus.

Our students tell us we are one of the friendliest universities in the country. We want your time at university

to be hassle-free so we provide a range of support services to help you wherever we can.


STUDY PLUS

STUDY OFFSHORE

Waikato has more than 40 exchange programmes with top

universities around the world that enable you to study abroad and

credit the papers towards your Waikato degree.

Spending a semester on exchange is a personal adventure that

also adds an extra dimension to your degree, academically and

culturally. Employers value the extra experience and maturity.

It can also broaden your paper options and improve your use

of a foreign language.

> For more info, www.waikato.ac.nz/international

INDUSTRY PLACEMENTS

Many of our Bachelors degrees offer work placement

opportunities or projects with businesses and community groups.

These can count as part of your course work.

As well as valuable work experience for your CV, some work

placements can lead to employment after graduation. Work

placements often happen in your third year of study, so you

can apply what you have learnt in your first two years in

the real world and also receive support from your tutors

and lecturers.

Check out the degree listings on pages 100 to 139 to see what

opportunities there are in your degree or subject.

LEADERSHIP

As well as sports, cultural, arts and social clubs, there are a

number of leadership and community services groups on

campus. These include chapters of Students in Free Enterprise

(SIFE), international student leadership and exchange network

Association Internationale des Etudiants en Sciences Economiques

et Commerciales (AIESEC), and the Golden Key International

Honour Society. These are all voluntary non-profit organisations

run by students who provide hands-on leadership opportunities

and organise various projects to improve our communities.

University is all about seizing opportunities and Waikato makes sure there’s no shortage

of opportunities beyond the classroom.


SCHOLARSHIPS

THE UNIVERSITY OF WAIKATO SCHOOL LEAVER SCHOLARSHIP – UP TO $3,000

Waikato School Leaver Scholarships, worth up to $3,000 each, can be used for either tuition fees or Halls of Residence costs in 2010. These scholarships are available to all students enrolling for the first time at Waikato who have attended secondary school in 2009. Students must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents, achieve New Zealand University Entrance, and gain a specified number of credits at Level 3 National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) in a specified number of approved subjects; or achieve the equivalent of University Entrance (including the numeracy and literacy requirements) through the Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) and have achieved a specified number of points on the Universities & Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) tariff in a specified number of subjects equivalent to the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA)-approved subjects. There is no application form; your eligibility is automatically assessed by the University.

THE UNIVERSITY OF WAIKATO PLUS ONE SCHOOL LEAVER SCHOLARSHIP – UP TO $3,000

These awards are offered on a contestable basis to students who have either attended a secondary school in 2008 and are seeking to gain entrance to the University through success in the International Baccalaureate or equivalent examinations, or who have attended a New Zealand secondary school in 2008 and have spent 2009 at a secondary school overseas or on a relevant experiential programme. The awards have a value of up to $3,000, which can be credited towards either tuition fees or Halls of Residence costs.

Expected closing date 15 February 2010.

VICE-CHANCELLOR’S PRIZE FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE – $5,000

Principals from selected secondary schools will be invited to nominate Year 13 students who demonstrate academic excellence. Successful nominees receive a $5,000 cash prize, which is paid in two instalments during their first year of study at Waikato. This prize may be held in conjunction with The University of Waikato School Leaver Scholarship.

Expected closing date August 2009.

SIR EDMUND HILLARY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME – FULL FEES

The Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme provides support for students studying at Waikato who have an established record of excellence in sport, or in performing or creative arts, exhibit leadership qualities, have University Entrance, and have achieved a specified number of credits at Level 3 NCEA in a specified number of approved subjects. Recipients of this award receive a full-fees Hillary Scholarship for the duration of their studies, academic support, leading coaches/tutors, free gym membership and a leadership and personal development plan.

> For more info, www.waikato.ac.nz/hillary

Expected closing date 31 October 2009.

Waikato has more scholarships per student than any other university in New Zealand. There are scholarships and grants for

many student groups, including secondary school leavers, Māori students and adult students, and in many subject areas.

The list below summarises some of the school leaver scholarships. For more information visit www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING FEES SCHOLARSHIP – $4,000

These scholarships will be offered to applicants who enrol full-time in the first year of a Bachelor of Engineering degree (BE). Preference will be given to applicants of high academic calibre who perform well in NCEA Level 3 and/or Level 4 or other qualifications recognised for University Entrance, (e.g. the Cambridge International Examinations), in the year prior to tenure. Other criteria include leadership potential, involvement in team situations, and sporting and community activities.

Expected closing date 30 December 2009.


BRYANT RESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP – $5,000

These scholarships may be awarded to first-year undergraduate

students whose financial or other circumstances make

accommodation within a Hall of Residence environment

particularly beneficial to their academic progress in the University.

Preference will be given to students who have attended a

secondary school within the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Gisborne

or Northland regions not more than two years prior to enrolling

at Waikato for the first time. Up to $5,000 will be credited

to a recipient’s accommodation costs.

Expected closing dates 31 October 2009 (Round 1) and

31 March 2010 (Round 2).

IPENZ WAIKATO/BOP BRANCH SCHOLARSHIP – $1,500

This scholarship is offered to applicants who enrol full-time in the

first year of a Bachelor of Engineering degree (BE). Preference will

be given to applicants of high academic calibre who demonstrate

a commitment to the field of engineering.

Expected closing date 31 March 2010.

KEVIN ROBERTS SUSTAINABLE ENTERPRISE IDEAS SCHOLARSHIPS - $4,000

These scholarships are awarded to secondary students who enrol

in the Waikato Management School in the year following their

final year at a New Zealand Secondary School. Applicants need

to demonstrate outstanding creativity by submitting an original

and creative idea for a project that will create a better, more

sustainable future for their home town.


PERRY FOUNDATION BRIAN PERRY BUSINESS MANAGEMENT SCHOLARSHIP – $2,500

Up to two of these scholarships may be offered to applicants

who enrol full-time in the first year of a degree in the Waikato

Management School. Preference will be given to applicants who

meet the criteria of high academic calibre, leadership potential,

involvement in team situations, sporting interests and activities,

and community involvement.


PERRY FOUNDATION UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP IN SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING – $2,500

These scholarships are offered to applicants who enrol full-time in the first year of a degree in the School of Science and Engineering. Preference will be given to applicants who meet the criteria of high academic calibre, leadership potential, involvement in team situations, sporting interests and activities, and community involvement.


SCHOOL OF COMPUTING AND MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS – FULL FIRST-YEAR FEES

COMPUTER SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP

Each year the Computer Science Department offers a number of scholarships for first-year undergraduate students. The scholarships cover the full fees payable for the first year of study towards a BE, BCMS, BCGD or BSc degree within the School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences. The scholarships are awarded on the basis of results in the Waikato University Computer Science Scholarship Examinations, held each year in secondary schools.

Expected examination date will be in October 2009.

COMPUTER GRAPHIC DESIGN SCHOLARSHIP

Each year the Computer Science Department offers a Computer Graphic Design scholarship for secondary school students studying NCEA Level 3 practical art subjects. This scholarship is awarded based on student portfolio work and covers the full fees available for the first year of study in the Bachelor of Computer Graphic Design degree.

Expected application closing date will be in October 2009.

MATHEMATICS SCHOLARSHIP

Each year the Mathematics Department holds a revision day on campus for secondary school students studying NCEA Scholarship Mathematics with Calculus. The Mathematics Scholarship is awarded to a student who attends the revision day and is the top performer in an assessment on the day. The scholarship covers the full fees payable for the first year of study towards a degree within the School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences.

STATISTICS SCHOLARSHIP

Each year the Statistics Department holds a revision day on campus for secondary school students studying NCEA Scholarship Statistics and Modelling. The Statistics Scholarship is awarded to a student who attends the revision day and is the top performer in an assessment on the day. The scholarship covers the full fees payable for the first year of study towards a degree within the School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences.

Expected NCEA Scholarship Revision days will be in October 2009.

> For more info, [email protected]


SCHOLARSHIPS

THE BRIAN SMITH MEMORIAL ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIP – $1,800

The Brian Smith Memorial Entrance Scholarship is awarded to a student studying in their first year with Waikato Management School. This scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit, character, community involvement and financial need.


SCHOOL OF LAW ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIP – $1,500

These scholarships may be offered to applicants studying full-time in their first year of an undergraduate degree in the School of Law. These scholarships will be offered on the basis of academic merit and personal and financial circumstances.

Expected closing date 1 February 2010.

SCIENCE ADMISSION FEES SCHOLARSHIP – $4,000

These scholarships will be offered to applicants who enrol full-time in the first year of a degree in the School of Science and Engineering. Preference will be given to applicants of high academic calibre who perform well in NCEA Level 3 or other qualifications recognised for University Entrance, (e.g. the Cambridge International Examinations), in the year prior to tenure. Other criteria include leadership potential, involvement in team situations, and sporting and community activities.

Expected closing date 30 December 2009.

TAU RUA MANO SCHOLARSHIP – $1,000

These scholarships may be awarded to assist students undertaking full-time study towards an undergraduate degree in the School of Māori and Pacific Development. Selection of successful applicants will be based on academic merit, personal character and involvement in cultural, academic and community life.


TEACHNZ

TeachNZ provides information and scholarships for people considering teaching, overseas trained teachers and people returning to teaching. Go to www.teachnz.govt.nz

TE TOHU PAETAHI ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIP – FEES UP TO $4,000

These scholarships may be awarded to assist candidates enrolling for the first time in the Te Tohu Paetahi programme on a full-time basis. Up to $4,000 is credited towards the recipient’s tuition and resource fees.


THE BARTLETT SCHOLARSHIP – $1,500

This scholarship is open for applications from students who enrol full-time in their first year of study with Waikato Management School, taking at least one paper in accounting. The scholarship is awarded primarily on the basis of academic merit as demonstrated through secondary school results. Financial circumstances will also be taken into consideration.


WAIKATO RUGBY UNION SCHOLARSHIP – UP TO $3,000

The Waikato Rugby Union Scholarship is open to applications from students who are part of the Rugby Union Academy System and/or play representative rugby for Waikato. Initial selection criteria for this award will be based on academic merit, sporting potential, and involvement in community activities. This scholarship has a value of up to $3,000 per year and can be held for the entire duration of the recipient’s undergraduate studies at The University of Waikato, should academic and sporting performance be maintained to an acceptable standard.

Expected closing date 7 November 2009.

Please note that all of the scholarships advertised in this summary are dependent on availability of funds and sponsors’ approval.

For more information and application forms for scholarships and other awards offered by The University of Waikato,

> Visit www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships

To subscribe to the monthly Scholarships Update e-newsletter, email ‘SUBSCRIBE’ to [email protected]

> Other scholarship websites to check out: www.fis.org.nz www.nzvcc.ac.nz www.maorieducation.org.nz www.teachnz.govt.nz


TAURANGA: JOINING FORCES IN THE BAY

The Diploma of Law is taught at the undergraduate level. The Diploma in Law enables students to complete the first two years of an LLB in Tauranga.

There are also two-year programmes for career changers who hold industry level qualifications and want to become teachers (see page 136).

GRADUATE STUDY

The Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary) and the Postgraduate Diploma in Management Studies (PGDip(MgtSt)) are taught in Tauranga. The Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary) is a one-year programme for graduates wanting to train as secondary school teachers. Successful completion of the PGDip(MgtSt) enables students to enrol for an MBA.

FACILITIES

Classes are taught at the campuses we share with the Bay of Plenty Polytechnic at Windermere Campus and the Bongard Centre in Tauranga’s CBD.

A range of technology and media, including face-to-face teaching, video conferencing and the internet, are used to teach our courses. For many classes, video conferencing connects our Tauranga classrooms to courses in Hamilton as they are being taught, so students get exactly the same lectures and powerpoint presentations as their Hamilton classmates. Students can interact with their lecturers in Hamilton via video conference link as well as by email and phone.

Other classes are taught face-to-face by Tauranga-based lecturers and tutors, and some of our Hamilton-based lecturers travel to Tauranga to lecture and tutor. Students have access to libraries in Hamilton and Tauranga, including the full range of university library catalogues and electronic databases. Books can also be ordered from Hamilton.

FURTHER INFORMATION

For further information about programmes available in Tauranga please refer to www.uwt.waikato.ac.nz or contact the Tauranga campus by email on [email protected] or by phone on 07 577 0620.

THE UNIVERSITY OF WAIKATO AT TAURANGA CAMPUS

Surf, sand, sun and shops are not all you’ll find at Tauranga. The University of Waikato offers a growing range of degrees and programmes in one of New Zealand’s most sought-after locations – combining beautiful beaches, a sophisticated city lifestyle and university study.

PARTNERING WITH THE POLYTECHNIC – IN THE BAY FOR THE BAY

In Tauranga, the University works in partnership with the Bay of Plenty Polytechnic. Our partnership is reflected in shared campuses and a ‘staircase’ approach to many programmes to provide students with the pathways to life-long learning opportunities in the Bay.

SUPPORTING THE REGION

Western Bay of Plenty is one of the fastest growing regions in New Zealand. The University has been working with the Bay of Plenty Polytechnic for more than a decade to develop programmes and increase tertiary education opportunities in the area.

New courses are developed with industry and community input to ensure students are well equipped to take advantage of regional employment opportunities.

UNDERGRADUATE STUDY

Currently, the following degrees can be completed at Tauranga:

Bachelor of Business Analysis – Financial* >

Bachelor of Management Studies* >

(Accounting and Marketing majors)

Bachelor of Social Sciences* >

Bachelor of Social Work* >

Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood) >

Bachelor of Teaching (Primary) >

Bachelor of Tourism* >

* Begin with the Bay of Polytechnic NZDipBus and pathway into any of these University degrees.


30 July

>> Rotorua

Information

Evening

IMPORTANT DATES 2009/2010

27 August

>> Napier

Information

Evening

02 March 2009>> Semester A and

Full Year classes start

22 April>> Law Student for a Day

15-26 June>> University exams

13 July>> Semester B classes start

>> Re-Orientation Week – gigs, games and more

03 August>> Law Student for a Day

24 August - 04 September>> Teaching recess

06-17 April>> Teaching recess

08 May>> Open Day

29 June - 10 July>> Teaching recess

16 July>> Engineering Open Day

04 August>> Gisborne Information

Evening

26 August>> Hastings Information

Evening

17 April>> Marae Graduation

02 June>> Law Student for a Day

06-10 July>> Enrolment week for

Semester B

17 July>> Law Student for a Day

05 August>> Whakatane Information

Evening

10-26 April>> School Holidays

04-07 May>> Hamilton Graduation

16 May>> Tauranga Graduation

06-19 July>> School Holidays

16-25 June >> Computer Graphic

Design Degree Project Exhibition

Closed Friday 19 June

24 August>> Applications close

for Bachelor of Music performance stream auditions


17 September>> Law Student for a Day

30 September>> Hamilton Information

Evening

16-17 October>> Computer Science

Scholarship exams

22-23 October>> Bachelor of Music

auditions – second round

December onwards>> Apply for your Student

Loan and/or allowance

Mid February 2010

>> School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences Challenge Exams

21 September>> Whangarei Information

Evening

>> Tauranga Information Evening

01 October>> Applications for Halls

of Residence close

Applications will be considered after this date

20 October>> NCEA Revision Day

on campus

31 October>> Closing date for

Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship applications

11 December>> Preferred submission

date for Application to Enrol for:- New Students- Summer School Students

Applications will be considered after this date

End of February 2010

>> Halls of Residence Orientation

28 September - 11 October>> School Holidays

05 October>> Law Student for a Day

22-23 October>> Graduation

15 November - 03 December>> NCEA Exams

January 2010>> NCEA results out

>> School Leaver Scholars notifi ed

01 March 2010>> Semester A and Full year

classes start

>> O Week, a week of bands and competitions

20 September>> The Great Race. Waikato

vs Oxford University

12 October>> Applications close

for Bachelor of Music performance stream auditions

November 2009- February 2010>> Summer School and

WaiSSA 2010

27 October- 05 November>> Computer Graphic

Design Degree Project Exhibition

Closed Friday 30 October

26 October -06 November>> Uni Exams

03-04

September>> Bachelor of Music

Auditions


CHOOSE WAIKATO

Pages 5 to 29.

This section is about what it’s like to live in Hamilton >

as a student.

It includes information about the various Halls of Residence >

and the Halls fees for 2009.

It also lists the many scholarships Waikato offers for >

undergraduate study.

It also includes entry requirements, NCEA approved subjects >

and university fees (pages 24-29).

CHOOSE YOUR SUBJECT

Pages 30 to 99.

In each degree, you specialise in a particular subject. >

This subject is usually called your major.

This section describes each of those subjects including >

career directions.

To graduate with a major in a subject, you need to have >

completed a certain number of points at various levels (e.g. 200 and 300 levels for a three-year degree).

You can major in two subjects to complete a double major. >

Most of our subjects can be taken as a second major.

You may also have room to take papers outside your major >

or compulsory papers. These are called elective papers. Electives can be from almost any subject.

Not all the papers listed in this section are taught every year. >

You can check current paper offerings online at http://papers.waikato.ac.nz

CHOOSE YOUR DEGREE

Pages 100 to 139.

This section is about Waikato undergraduate degrees. >

Each degree page includes a Sample Degree Structure >

(see next page). This is not fi xed and you should talk to our Student Recruitment Advisers about exactly what you want to do, but it will give you an idea of how each degree is structured.

Degrees are made up of papers taken at various levels. >

Each paper is worth points. Papers at 100 level are usually worth 15 points while papers at 200 level and above are usually worth 20 points. A typical workload is 120 points per year.

Some degrees like the Bachelor of Management Studies >

have compulsory papers and some electives in the fi rst year. Others like the Bachelor of Arts give you the choice of selecting papers for your fi rst year.

You need to gain a certain number of points over the course >

of your degree in order to graduate. The number varies according to degree.

Some students choose to complete two degrees at the same >

time by doing a conjoint or double degree. Because they can cross-credit papers, they may complete their degrees over a reduced period. Waikato conjoint degrees are discussed on page 103.

Check out the Glossary on page 140. >

APPLY TO ENROL

Once you have decided on your degree you can apply to enrol >

online at www.waikato.ac.nz/enrol or request an Application Pack (phone 0800 WAIKATO).

Apply before sitting NCEA end-of-year exams so we can let >

you know about coming to Waikato as soon as NCEA results are available.

Don’t forget to apply for accommodation by 1 October 2009 >

and you should also contact StudyLink early about loans and allowances. See www.studylink.govt.nz

See the diagram on page 29 for more details about the >

application process.

GET ADVICE

Free advice is available any time. Call us if you’d like help to:

Choose your papers >

Find the best degree >

Plan your timetable >

Complete your Application to Enrol >

To make an appointment with our Student Recruitment Advisers or arrange a tour of campus, phone 0800 WAIKATO (0800 924 528) or 07 838 4007 or email [email protected]

Tauranga students can contact our Student Recruitment Adviser on email [email protected]

THE ACADEMIC YEAR

See page 22 for Important Dates. >

Waikato University’s academic year is divided into two >

semesters – A and B.

Some papers can also be studied at Summer School, which >

is a six-week period starting in early January.

First-year students who have not enrolled by mail can come >

to Waikato to enrol in person during enrolment week before lectures have started for the semester.

It’s up to you where you start. You might want to look at what degrees Waikato offers first or you may decide to

jump straight to subjects. There’s no right or wrong way. The notes below will help you navigate this publication

and you can always phone 0800 WAIKATO for advice.

PROSPECTUS USER GUIDE


SUPPORTING SUBJECTMAJOR ELECTIVE PAPERS

>> >> >>YEAR 1

100 LEVEL

100 LEVEL

100 LEVEL

100 LEVEL

100 LEVEL

100 LEVEL

100 LEVEL

100 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

YEAR 2 YEAR 3

Degree Structure 3 YEARS 360 POINTS

120 Points 120 Points 120 Points

SAMPLE DEGREE STRUCTURE

Bachelor of Arts

Each box represents a block of points – 15 at 100 level and 20 at 200 level and above. Read down the column to see how many papers you will need to do and at what level.

These are elective papers that you choose yourself. Some degrees, like the LLB and BMS, have compulsory papers at 100 level.

The number of points you will achieve if you pass all your papers.

This is the main subject in your degree. A second major is when you study two subjects in depth. To major in a subject, you study it to a higher level, i.e. 300 or 400 Level.

This is a subject that is studied in some depth but not in as much depth as the major subject.


HOW TO GET IN TO WAIKATO

UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE FROM NCEA

NCEA Level 3 Requirements

Literacy and Numeracy Requirements

14 credits in Maths/Pangarau at Level 1 or higher; and >

4 credits in Reading English or Te Reo at Level 2 or higher >

from the approved list; and

4 credits in Writing English or Te Reo at Level 2 or higher >

from the approved list (from the list at right).

STANDARDS FULFILLING LITERACY REQUIREMENTS

English standards

Standards Credits Reading Writing Achievement standards >

90720 (3.1) 4 > ✓

90721 (3.2) 3 > ✓ ✓

90722 (3.3) 3 > ✓ ✓

90723 (3.4) 3 > ✓ ✓

90724 (3.5) 3 > ✓ 90726 (3.7) 4 > ✓ ✓

90375 (2.1) 3 > ✓

90376 (2.2) 3 > ✓

90377 (2.3) 3 > ✓ ✓

90378 (2.4) 3 > ✓ ✓

90379 (2.5) 3 > ✓ ✓

90380 (2.6) 3 > ✓ 90381 (2.8) 3 > ✓ ✓

Unit Standards >

8834 6 > ✓ 8823 4 > ✓ 8841 6 > ✓

8842 6 > ✓

8835 6 > ✓

8825 5 > ✓

12419 4 > ✓

12420 4 > ✓

12421 3 > ✓

12422 3 > ✓

12427 4 > ✓ 12428 4 > ✓ 12429 3 > ✓ 12430 3 > ✓

12905 4 > ✓

Te Reo Māori and Te Reo Rangatira standards

Standards Credits Reading Writing 90441 6 > ✓ 90752 3 > ✓ 90753 3 > ✓ 7266 5 > ✓ 90781 3 > ✓

90784 3 > ✓

90786 3 > ✓ 90789 3 > ✓ 7267 7 > ✓ 7268 9 > ✓ 90754 4 > ✓

90755 3 > ✓

90770 4 > ✓

90757 4 > ✓

7258 5 > ✓

90782 4 > ✓

90783 4 > ✓

90787 3 > ✓

90790 3 > ✓

7259 7 > ✓

7260 9 > ✓

90444, 90445, 90448, 90544, 90538, 90545, 90539, now expired, will continue to be recognised as meeting the literacy requirements for learners who have them in their Record of Achievement.

*Approved Subjects for University Entrance

14 approvedcredits at Level3 or higher inan approved

subject*

14 approvedcredits at Level3 or higher inan approved

subject*

14 credits atLevel 3 or higher

in no morethan 2 domains

or approvedsubjects*

Accounting

Agriculture & Horticulture

Biology

Chemistry

Chinese

Classical Studies

Computing

Cook Islands Māori

Dance

Design (Practical Art)

Drama

Economics

English

French

Geography

German

Graphics

Health Education

History

History of Art

Indonesian

Japanese

Korean

Latin

Mathematics with Calculus

Media Studies

Music

Painting (Practical Art)

Photography (Practical Art)

Physical Education

Physics

Printmaking (Practical Art)

Samoan

Science

Sculpture (Practical Art)

Social Studies

Spanish

Statistics and Modelling

Technology

Te Reo Rangatira or Te Reo Māori


UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE PRIOR TO 2004

For information regarding other forms of University Entrance including UE achieved by examination or accreditation, please contact the Enrolment Office on 0800 WAIKATO (0800 924 528) or email [email protected]

ADMISSION AT ENTRANCE LEVEL OR WITH CREDIT FROM PREVIOUS STUDY

Cambridge International Examinations (CIE)

Standard Recognised by New Zealand Vice-Chancellors’ Committee (NZVCC)

120 points on the UCAS Tariff at CIE A or AS levels with a >

minimum grade of D in at least two subjects equivalent to those in the NCEA-approved subjects list, plus a minimum grade of D in one further subject either from the approved list or related to a domain on the National Qualifi cations Framework; and

A “D” pass or higher in International General Certifi cate >

of Secondary Education (IGCSE) or General Certifi cate of Secondary Education (GCSE) Mathematics; and

An “E” pass or higher in AS English Language, AS Language >

and Literature in English or AS Literature in English.

International Baccalaureate (IB) Standard Recognised by NZVCC

Award of the full IB Diploma (24 points or higher). >

More ways to gain admission

If you are applying with a combination of NCEA and >

qualifi cations such as New Zealand Institute of Management or Young Enterprise Certifi cate, you may be eligible for Admission at Entrance level.

If you have studied to UE level at an overseas secondary >

school or at tertiary level (in New Zealand or overseas) or passed examinations that reach the standard for admission to university as recognised by the NZVCC, you may be eligible for Admission at Entrance level. We will assess your study to determine whether it is an acceptable equivalent to the New Zealand University Entrance qualifi cation.

If you are under 20 years of age and have been home >

schooled and do not have University Entrance, you may be eligible for admission.

If you successfully complete the Certifi cate of University >

Preparation, Te Tīmatanga Hou or Certifi cate of Attainment in Foundation Studies, you are eligible for Admission at Entrance level.

Please contact the University on 0800 WAIKATO (0800 924 528) for further advice about admission from any of the above.

DISCRETIONARY ENTRANCE

Students under 20 without University Entrance

If you are over 16 years of age and a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, you may be eligible to apply for Discretionary Entrance (DE).

Discretionary Entrance is based on NCEA Level 2 results and you must also meet the literacy and numeracy requirements for University Entrance (see University Entrance from NCEA on page 26).

Students who have left school and did not achieve University Entrance from Level 3 are eligible to apply for DE following at least one semester break after completion of Year 13.

All students are assessed on the basis of their academic background and an adviser’s recommendation. If you are still at school, or have left school recently, your school principal must be your adviser. If you have left school, a Student Recruitment Adviser at the University can help you.

SPECIAL ADMISSION

Students over the age of 20

If you left school without University Entrance and will be 20 years of age or over by the first day of the semester, you may apply for Special Admission. Factors considered when granting Special Admission are:

Any other relevant study you might have undertaken. >

Your general life experience and preparedness for >

university study.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

We welcome suitably qualified international students who wish to study in New Zealand.

You will need a minimum of a University Entrance qualification or to have successfully completed an approved Foundation Studies programme. Other requirements may also apply, depending on your proposed course of study or qualification. For further information on studying as an international student, refer to www.waikato.ac.nz/international

The University of Waikato has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the Minister of Education. Copies of the Code are available on request from this institution or from the New Zealand Ministry of Education website at www.minedu.govt.nz/goto/international

If you are attending secondary school in New Zealand, please contact your Careers Adviser, or phone 0800 WAIKATO to request an international prospectus.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Applicants whose first language is not English will need to supply satisfactory evidence of their English language proficiency.

TEACHER EDUCATION APPLICANTS

Note: teacher education applicants will need to apply early (preferably between August – November) as all applicants are subject to an interview and selection process. Contact the School of Education for an application pack phone 0800 83 22 42 or email [email protected]


TUITION AND RESOURCE FEES

Students pay a tuition fee for each paper they enrol in. Tuition fees are set annually by the University and charged at a rate reflecting the subsidy paid by the government.

> For more info, www.waikato.ac.nz/go/fees

ADDITIONAL COMPULSORY FEES

Other fees are set by the University to pay for maintenance and services. In 2009, these are:

Building Levy $24 >

Leisure Services Levy $24 >

Waikato Students’ Union $95 >

Student Services Levy $40-$100 >

depending on location and number of papers

FINANCIAL SUPPORT

Financial support, such as a loan or allowance, is available to some students. For further information about student loans or allowances, contact StudyLink on 0800 88 99 00 or online at www.studylink.govt.nz

SCHOLARSHIPS

Waikato offers more scholarships than any other New Zealand university. Each year, we provide approximately 1000 students with scholarships totalling $4.9 million. We also provide part-time and casual employment for over 700 students at an annual commitment of about $1.4 million.

> See pages 18-20 or visit www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships

TUITION FEES

Tuition fees vary for each paper and for each subject, and your annual tuition fees will depend on the papers you take. Approximate costs for first-year degree programmes for domestic students are below. These costs are based on students taking a full-time programme of eight papers (120 points) in the first year. These are the costs for 2009. To check out costs of papers in all subjects and other sample degree programmes;

> Visit www.waikato.ac.nz/go/fees

Bachelor of Arts $4416 >

Bachelor of Business Analysis – Financial $4757 >

Bachelor of Communication Studies $4757 >

Bachelor of Computer Graphic Design $5111 >

Bachelor of Computing and $5095 >

Mathematical Sciences

Bachelor of Electronic Commerce $4757 >

Bachelor of Engineering $5313 >

Bachelor of Laws $4757 >

Bachelor of Management Studies $4757 >

Bachelor of M > āori and Pacific Development $4416(Te Tohu Paetahi Programme)

Bachelor of Music $5095 >

Bachelor of Science $5095 >

Bachelor of Science (Technology) $5095 >

Bachelor of Social Sciences $4416 >

Bachelor of Social Work $5095 >

Bachelor of Sport and Leisure Studies $4416 >

Bachelor of Teaching (Primary) $4416 >

Bachelor of Tourism $4757 >

CHECK THE COSTS


UNIVERSITY

Free advice is available: Phone: 0800 WAIKATO (0800 924 528)

Email: [email protected]

In Person: The Gateway, Gate 5, Hillcrest Road, Hamilton

Website: www.waikato.ac.nz

Your application will be assessed. You will be given one of four responses:

An offer of place in your qualification; >

An offer of place in your qualification >conditional on examination results;

A letter advising if an interview or more >information is needed; or

An offer of place in your qualification >and a request to choose your papers at a later stage.

When your choice of qualification and papers are approved, your fees are calculated and an Enrolment Agreement will be sent to you. If you have an offer conditional on NCEA results an Enrolment Agreement will be sent to you in January.

Welcome to the University of Waikato; your enrolment is now complete.Your Student ID card will be issued and posted to you if a photograph was included with your application. If not, please call into the Student Information Centre at The Gateway, Hamilton Campus or to our Tauranga Campus at Windermere.

Remember you must pay your fees before the semester start date.

APPLICATION AND ENROLMENT PROCESS

YOU

Use the Undergraduate Prospectus to plan your study.1. Choose Waikato (see pages 5 to 29)

2. Choose Your Subject (see pages 30 to 99)

3. Choose Your Degree (see pages 100 to 139)

Complete your Application.Use the Application to Enrol form, the Undergraduate Prospectus and the Catalogue of Papers or apply online at www.waikato.ac.nz

Post your Application to Enrol form, or apply online at www.waikato.ac.nzSupply copies verified by a JP, solicitor, barrister, court registrar or school principal of your:

birth certificate or passport >

academic record (if applicable) >

You will be are advised of the progress of your application.If an interview, paper selection details or more information is required, please contact the person identified in the letter or email.

IMPORTANTApply for accommodation in our Halls of >Residence (applications due 1 October). Check out www.waikato.ac.nz/living

Contact StudyLink > (0800 88 99 00) aboutStudent Loans and Allowances. Check outwww.studylink.govt.govt.nz

Apply for scholarships. Check out >www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships

You will receive an Enrolment Agreement.Go online to > www.i.waikato.ac.nz and check the details of your Enrolment Agreement. You can accept the agreement and pay by credit card now or you can accept and pay your fees before the start of semester.

Check the details on your Enrolment >Agreement, sign it and date it;

Indicate your preferred fees payment option >(student loan, cheque, eftpos, credit card, bill payment, direct credit or other arrangements);

Post it in the envelope provided with cheque >or credit card details; or

Deliver it to the Finance Centre (at The Gateway, >Gate 5, Hillcrest Road, Hamilton) or to our Tauranga Campus at Windermere.

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Accounting 32

Advertising (see Marketing) 73

Agribusiness 33

Agricultural & Biosystems 33

American Studies 34

Animal Behaviour 35

Anthropology 36

Applied Computing 43

Artificial Intelligence 43

Asian Studies (see Languages) 65

Biochemical Engineering 37

Biochemistry 38

Biological Sciences 39

Biotechnology 40

Business Law (see Law) 67

Chemistry 41

Chinese 63, 65

Computer Graphic Design 42

Computer Science 43

Computer Technology 43

Data Mining 43

Design (see Computer Graphic Design) 42

Dispute Resolution (see Law) 67

Drama (see Theatre Studies) 97

Earth Sciences 45

Economics 46, 54, 75, 93

Education Studies 47

Electronic Business 48

Electronic Commerce 49

Electronic Engineering 50

Electronics 51

Engineering 52

English 53

English Studies (see English) 53

English as a Second Language 68(see Linguistics)

Entrepreneurship and Innovation 94

Environmental Law (see Law) 67

Environmental Planning 54

Environmental Sciences 55

Ethics 56

Finance 57, 75

French 63, 65

Geography 58

German 63, 65

Games and Multimedia 43

History 59

Hospitality Management 60

Human Development 61

Human Resource Management 62

Industrial Relations and Human 62 Resource Management

Information Systems 43

International Management 63

International Relations 81 and Security Studies

Internet Applications 43

Japanese 63, 66

Journalism (see English) 53

Labour Studies 64

Languages 65

Law 67

Linguistics 68

Management Communication 69

Māori 70

Māori and Pacific Development 70

Māori Media and Communication 70

Marketing 73

Materials and Processing 74

Materials and Process Engineering 74

Mathematics 75

Mechanical Engineering 76

Media Studies 87

Music 77

Networks 43

New Zealand Studies / 78Akoranga Aotearoa

Pacific Studies (see Anthropology) 36

Philosophy 79

Physics 80

Political Science 81

Population Studies 82

Psychology 83

Psychology and Management 83

Public Policy 54, 84

Public Relations 85

Religious Studies 86

Resources and Environmental 54

Planning

Screen and Media Studies 87

Social Policy 88

Social Science Research 90

(see Sociology)

Social Work 89

Sociology 90

Software Development 43

Software Engineering 91

Spanish 63, 66

Sport and Leisure Studies 92

Statistics 93

Strategic Management 94

Supply Chain Management 95

Teaching 96

Te Reo Māori / 63, 70

Māori Language

Te Tohu Paetahi 70

Theatre Studies 97

Tikanga Māori / Māori 70Cultural Studies

Tourism 98

Tourism Development 98

Tourism Management 98

Tourism Studies 98

Treaty of Waitangi Studies/ 70

Akoranga te Tiriti o Waitangi

Women’s and Gender Studies 99

Zoology (see Biological Sciences) 39

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CHOOSEYOURSUBJECT >>

Our fl exible degree structure means you can study almost any subject we teach. You have the freedom to build a qualifi cation that best suits your interests or career plans. So, whether you want to combine biology with business or philosophy with physics, we can provide a programme that suits.


ACCOUNTING

ACCOUNTING

An Accounting major will give you a broad understanding of the subject’s political, social, organisational and economic contexts. You’ll have the opportunity to explore issues of accountability, and you can choose to specialise in financial accounting, management accounting, auditing and taxation.

Waikato Management School was rated top in New Zealand for its accounting and finance research in the Tertiary Education Commission’s 2006 assessment of tertiary research. Learn from the best at a school where the academic requirements of the New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants (NZICA) can be met with an appropriate selection of papers.

Degrees

Bachelor of Business Analysis – Financial > p106

Bachelor of Management Studies > p120

Can meet the academic requirements for NZICAAccounting can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsYou do not need to have studied Accounting at secondary school to study it at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youEconomics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics.

PapersACCT101 Accounting for ManagementAn introduction to accounting, examining the role of accounting in organisations and society, and the construction and use of accounting information. A non-specialist approach involving management and user perspectives on accounting information.

ACCT102 Introductory Financial AccountingAn introductory computer-based accounting paper emphasising the preparation of accounting records. This paper provides the opportunity to learn the language of accounting through practical problems. Prerequisite: If you are planning a major in Accounting, this paper is required if you have not achieved 16 credits at Level 3 in NCEA Accounting, or CIE Accounting a minimum C pass at AS or A level.

200 Level and Beyond200, 300 and 400 level papers include accounting and managerial decision-making, legal issues in e-commerce, auditing, taxation, accounting for sustainability, accounting information systems and more.

www.mngt.waikato.ac.nz/acnt

Far more than number crunchers, accountants are often found in high-level management where fi nancial control, legal compliance and leadership skills are essential.

P O T E N T I A L E M P L O Y E R S

Companies

Government Departments

Local Bodies

Manufacturers

Public Practice

State Owned Enterprises

C A R E E R O P P O R T U N I T I E S

Business Consultant

Company Accountant

Financial Accountant

Financial Controller

Management Accountant

Taxation Adviser

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AGRIBUSINESS / AGRICULTURAL & BIOSYSTEMS

AGRIBUSINESS / AGRICULTURAL & BIOSYSTEMS

AgribusinessPeople working in the Agribusiness sector need to understand how agriculture and business work within New Zealand, and also how it plays out in the highly competitive global marketplace.

Studying Agribusiness will give you this understanding along with the knowledge and skills in management and economics specific to the agricultural sector.

Degrees (with Agribusiness specialisation)


Bachelor of Computing and Mathematical Sciences > p112


Bachelor of Science > p126

Bachelor of Science (Technology) > p128

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Agribusiness at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youEconomics, Marketing, Strategic Management, Biological Sciences.

PapersStudents interested in Agribusiness will study a combination of management and people-related papers in their first year before going on to specialised study, or Agribusiness can be taken as a subject for the Graduate Diploma.

200 Level and Beyond 200, 300 and 400 level papers include New Zealand Agribusiness; Sustainable Agriculture; Agribusiness Project and International Marketing for Agribusiness.

Agriculture is the backbone of New Zealand’s economy. Agribusiness and Agricultural & Biosystems bring together all the organisations and businesses involved in food production; including farming, distribution, processing, marketing and sales.


Agricultural Business Enterprises

Agricultural Research Organisations

Government Ministries

Self Employed Entrepreneur


Agribusiness Researcher

Environmental Engineer

Farm Consultant

Rural Banking Consultant

Agricultural & BiosystemsAgricultural & Biosystems looks at the technology that is so important to the agriculture sector.

Studying Agricultural & Biosystems as part of a broader degree will enhance your prospective career options in the land-based industries sector.

Degrees (with Agricultural & Biosystems specialisation)





School subjects Check the requirements of your major subject.

Other subjects that may interest you Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Engineering, Mathematics.

PapersStudents interested in Agricultural & Biosystems will study their discipline of choice in their first year before incorporating relevant papers in the second year of study. Agricultural & Biosystems can also be taken as a specialisation for a Graduate Diploma in Materials & Processing.

200 Level papersBiotechnology; Food and Bioresources; Horticulture Production Systems; Principles of Livestock Production; Sustainable Agriculture.

300 Level papersAgribusiness in New Zealand, Agritech Work Placement, Biotechnology, Special Topic: Agricultural and Biosystems Applications.


Agricultural Business Enterprises

Crown Research Institutes

Land-based Industries

Regional Councils


Ecological Consultant


Environmental Scientist

Resource Offi cer


AMERICAN STUDIES

AMERICAN STUDIES

Study of the United States, the largest English-speaking nation and the world’s largest economy, is critical for an understanding of today’s world. It is particularly relevant for New Zealand given the US role in the Pacific region. As well as wielding enormous influence on world affairs, US advanced technology and economic power impact on practically every nation.

American Studies covers not just the US but the whole of the American continent, from Canada to Chile. Papers in American Studies inform students about the cultures, the history, the literature and the politics of the countries that make up the Americas. American Studies may be taken as a major or a supporting subject, and papers in the field will prepare students for a number of careers. American Studies works well with majors in Political Science, History, English, Screen and Media Studies, Spanish, Economics, Law and Management.

American Studies is an interdisciplinary subject that combines papers from four areas:

English, Music, Screen and Media Studies, Theatre Studies >History >Political Science, Public Policy, Sociology >Latin America >

Degrees

Bachelor of Arts > p104

American Studies can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study American Studies at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youHistory, Languages, Economics, Law, Marketing, Political Science, Sociology, Screen and Media Studies, Tourism Studies.

www.waikato.ac.nz/americanstudies/

There is no denying the awesome economic, political and cultural power of the United States. American Studies investigates the basis for this power and its impact on the world.

PapersENGL108 American Literature 1: America Now For details see English, page 53.

HIST105 Hyperpower: The United States For details see History, page 59.

HUMA101 Old Worlds – New Worlds For details see English, page 53.

SMST101 Screen Studies 1: The Moving Image For details see Screen and Media Studies, page 87.

SMST102 The Media and Society 1For details see Screen and Media Studies, page 87.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers address issues of social history such as slavery, popular culture, US political influence, indigenous land rights, media and literature.



Media Organisations

Non-governmental Organisations

Research Consultancies

Tourism Industry


Foreign Affairs & Trade Worker

Marketing Consultant

Policy Analyst

Trade Consultant

Travel and Tourism Operator


ANIMAL BEHAVIOUR

ANIMAL BEHAVIOUR

Graduates in Animal Behaviour will be able to use both biological and psychological approaches to address issues in the fields of animal conservation, wildlife management, animal welfare and the fundamental study of behaviour. They will find employment in the behavioural sciences at local, national and international levels in the agricultural, conservation and animal management industries.

Degrees



Animal Behaviour can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsAs well as biology, students may find mathematics or statistics useful.

Other subjects that may interest youBiological Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Psychology.

PapersBIOL102 The Biology of OrganismsFor details see Biological Sciences, page 39.

PSYC103 General and Experimental Psychology For details see Psychology, page 83.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers cover a range of topics from Biological Sciences and Psychology including behaviour, perception, ecology, zoology, cognition and neuroscience, and research methods.

www.sci.waikato.ac.nz

Animal behaviour is the study of behaviour patterns in animals (including humans), and of how the behaviour of individuals helps to determine the density and distribution of populations. Knowledge of animal behaviour is of increasing importance in areas such as evolutionary biology, conservation, and the effi cient and humane management of farm animals.


Agricultural Research Industry

Environmental Consultancy Firms


Local Body Authorities

Universities and Polytechnics

Zoos


Animal Welfare Offi cer

Conservation Offi cer

Research Assistant

Science Writer

Technician

Zoo Curator or Assistant


ANTHROPOLOGY

ANTHROPOLOGY

Anthropologists study both the common characteristics that all humans share and the culturally specific ways in which each society responds to these “universals”. Anthropology leads us to understand other cultures and, through looking at them, to better understand ourselves. We concentrate on sociocultural anthropology, which is the study of human diversity from a comparative perspective. We look at a range of societies and cultures, from those that are small-scale and mostly kinship-based to those that are based on systems of peasantry and to those that are industrial and global.

Pacific StudiesPacific Studies is an interdisciplinary programme which enables students to study a variety of topics relating to contemporary communities in the Pacific Islands and in New Zealand. These topics include political life, social and economic behaviour, the impact of colonisation, foreign aid, tourism and migration as well as ecological issues. Pacific Studies is available as a supporting subject for the BA, BMPD and BSocSc. Contributing subjects include Anthropology, Geography and Linguistics.

Degrees


Bachelor of Social Sciences > p130

Anthropology can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study anthropology at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youHistory, Human Development, Labour Studies, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Tourism Studies.

www.waikato.ac.nz/anthropology/

Anthropology at Waikato is the subject for students who are interested in people in all their wonderful diversity.

PapersANTHROPOLOGYANTH101 Exploring Cultures: Introduction to AnthropologyAn introduction to sociocultural anthropology: the comparative study of human societies and cultures, from tribal and peasant to industrial and global. An examination of social, political and economic organisation, beliefs, values and ideologies.

ANTH102 New Zealand and the PacificSocial and cultural change in Aotearoa-New Zealand and the Pacific Islands, with special emphasis on national identities, regional relations and global forces.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers address issues of race and ethnicity, health and the body, visual anthropology, magic/ritual/religion, ethnography of industrial life, culture and power, and anthropological linguistics.

PACIFIC STUDIESANTH102 New Zealand and the PacificFor details see Anthropology, above.

MAOR180 ‘Ano ‘Ai: Hawaiian Language StudiesFor details see Māori, page 70.

MAOR181 Ka ‘olelo Hawai’i: Post-Beginners Hawaiian LanguageFor details see Māori, page 70.

MPDV100 Introduction to Development Studies For details see Māori, page 70.



Health Boards



Tourism Industry


Ethnographer

International Development Worker

Lecturer

Museum Curator

Research or Policy Analyst

Overseas Aid Worker

Travel and Tourism Operator

Teacher


BIOCHEMICAL ENGINEERING

BIOCHEMICAL ENGINEERING

This programme consists of traditional process engineering fundamentals combined with chemistry, advanced biochemistry and microbiology. It provides an excellent basis for a career in the bioprocess, food and pharmaceutical industries focusing on developing highly valuable products.

Degrees

Bachelor of Engineering > p116

School subjectsNCEA Level 3 Physics, Chemistry and one of Mathematics with Calculus, or Statistics with Modelling.

Other subjects that may interest youBiochemistry, Biotechnology, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Electronic Engineering, Materials and Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering.

PapersBIOL101 Cellular and Molecular BiologyFor details see Biological Sciences, page 39.

CHEM101 Chemical ConceptsFor details see Chemistry, page 41.

CHEM102 Chemical Change and Organic CompoundsFor details see Chemistry, page 41.

ENGG180 Foundations of EngineeringAn introduction to engineering analysis and design and the engineering profession. Topics include: the skills of a successful engineer, the nature of design and the design process, fundamental laws for engineering analysis, accounting principles applied to mass, energy, charge, momentum and money, as well as design-build-test experience.

ENMP102 Introduction to Materials Science and EngineeringFor details see Materials and Process Engineering, page 74.

MATH101 Introduction to CalculusFor details see Mathematics, page 75.

MATH102 Introduction to AlgebraFor details see Mathematics, page 75.

PHYS103 Physics for Scientists and Engineers 1For details see Physics, page 80.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers cover topics from biotechnology, chemistry, mathematics, microbiology, engineering and management.

Biochemical Engineering is concerned with producing and processing biochemicals and related materials, including the design and operation of bioreactors and bioseparation processes.

www.eng.waikato.ac.nz


Biotechnology Industries

Food and Dairy Industries

Forestry Sector

Pharmaceutical Industry


Biochemical Engineer

Biotechnologist

Food Technology Engineer

Manager

Pharmaceutical Engineer


BIOCHEMISTRY

BIOCHEMISTRY

Biochemistry is one of the fastest-growing areas of modern

science. By taking a combination of papers from both Biological

Sciences and Chemistry, students will gain a solid grounding in

the molecular and chemical principles underlying biochemistry.

Degrees



Biochemistry can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsStudents who wish to study Biochemistry should take biology

and chemistry. Mathematics or statistics may also be useful.

Other subjects that may interest youBiochemical Engineering, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology

and Chemistry.

PapersBIOL101 Cellular and Molecular Biology

For details see Biological Sciences, page 39.

BIOL102 The Biology of Organisms

For details see Biological Sciences, page 39.

CHEM101 Chemical Concepts

For details see Chemistry, page 41.

CHEM102 Chemical Change and Organic Compounds

For details see Chemistry, page 41.

STAT121 Introduction to Statistical Methods

For details see Statistics, page 93.

200 Level and Beyond

A range of topics from Biological Sciences and Chemistry are

covered, including biochemistry, genetics, organic chemistry

and analytical chemistry and instrumental techniques.


Biochemistry is the explanation of life in chemical terms. It involves the study of proteins, lipids, carbohydrates and nucleic acids, which are the fundamental molecules of life. Biochemists try to understand how these molecules interact in living organisms, in health and disease.


Agritechnology Research Industry

Biotechnology Industry


Food and Dairy Industry

Medical Laboratories



Biochemist

Biotechnologist

Food Biochemist

Laboratory Technician

Medical Laboratory Technologist


BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES

BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES

Biological Sciences incorporates the major traditional biological disciplines of botany, microbiology and zoology with the interdisciplinary subjects of biochemistry, physiology, genetics, ecology and behaviour.

Biological Sciences students have many opportunities: they can be ecologists with interests in ecosystems, physiologists aiming to understand how organisms function, or geneticists using DNA as the key to identifying diseases or organisms.

Waikato was rated the top university in New Zealand for its research in molecular, cellular and whole organism biology, and ecology, evolution and behaviour, in the Tertiary Education Commission’s 2006 assessment of tertiary research.

Degrees



Biological Sciences can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsAs well as biology, students will find chemistry and mathematics useful. Students with no credits in NCEA Level 3 Biology are advised to discuss their options with the first-year student mentor.

Other subjects that may interest youBiochemistry, Biotechnology, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Electronic Engineering, Materials and Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering.

Biological Sciences is for those who love life. Whether you want to stand in a metre of mud, on top of a tree, perhaps under the sea or on a kilometre of Antarctic ice, biology is for you.

www.bio.waikato.ac.nz

PapersBIOL101 Cellular and Molecular BiologyAn examination of the ultrastructure and function of cells and the energy flow in photosynthesis, respiration and metabolism. Topics include an introduction to microbiology and immunology, and DNA as biological information, its transfer and variability, including recombinant DNA and the principles of evolution.

BIOL102 The Biology of OrganismsAn introduction to the structure and function of plants and animals and the principles of ecology. Topics include the diversity and function of protists, fungi, plants and animals; particularly nutrient procurement and processing, gaseous exchange, internal transport, regulation of body fluids, control mechanisms, reproduction and development.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers allow you to specialise in a wide range of biological topics: from botany and zoology through to ecology, animal behaviour, and physiology; and from biochemistry and microbiology to genetics and molecular biology.


Agricultural and Fisheries Sector

Biotechnology Industry

Conservation Sector

Crown Research Industries

Local Bodies and Regional Councils

Medical and Animal Health Diagnostic Laboratories

Zoos


Biochemical Technician

Biosecurity Offi cer


Ecologist

Genetist

GPS Technician


Medical Research Assistant

Ranger

Research Associate

Zoo Curator


BIOTECHNOLOGY

BIOTECHNOLOGY

This programme examines the extraction, recovery, and purification of biochemicals from the meat, dairy, and other industries. It explores technological applications at the industrial level as well as the molecular level.

Degrees



Biotechnology can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsAs well as biology and chemistry, students would find mathematics, physics and/or technology useful.

Other subjects that may interest youBiochemistry, Biochemical Engineering, Biological Sciences, Engineering, Materials and Process Engineering.

PapersBIOL101 Cellular and Molecular BiologyFor details see Biological Sciences, page 39.


ENGG180 Foundations of EngineeringAn introduction to engineering analysis and design and the engineering profession. Topics include: the skills of a successful engineer, the nature of design and the design process, fundamental laws for engineering analysis, accounting principles applied to mass, energy and money. Includes design-build-test experience.


200 Level and BeyondA variety of topics from Biological Sciences, Chemistry and Engineering are covered, including microbiology, biochemistry, process engineering and design, environmental technology, food and bioresources.


Biotechnology is the application of science and engineering to develop useful products from biological materials. Biotechnology is a very broad area, which ranges from cloning to cheese making, and its products include antibiotics, waste management technology and beer.



Food and Dairy Industry


Private Research Companies



Bioengineer

Biotechnologist

Food Technologist


Pharmaceutical Engineer

Quality Assurance Offi cer


CHEMISTRY

CHEMISTRY

Knowledge of basic chemical principles is critically important in all branches of science and for a wide range of industries. Studying Chemistry develops problem-solving skills, logical thinking and analytical ability. It also ensures that you are familiar with handling information, be it numerical, oral, written or graphical, and dealing with complex ideas – attributes that are desirable to many employers.

Waikato was rated the top university in New Zealand for chemistry in the Tertiary Education Commission’s 2006 assessment of tertiary research.

Degrees



Chemistry can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsNCEA Level 3 Chemistry.

Other subjects that may interest youBiochemistry, Biochemical Engineering, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Earth Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Materials & Process Engineering.

PapersCHEM101 Chemical ConceptsA study of chemical concepts fundamental to the sciences and technology. Topics include atoms, elements, stoichiometry, intermolecular forces, states of matter, gas-phase, solution, acid-base and redox equilibria, atomic structure, quantum theory, orbitals and electronic configurations, bonding and structure and systematic chemistry of main group elements. Prerequisite: 14 credits at Level 3 in NCEA Chemistry, or CIE Chemistry a minimum D pass at AS or A level.

CHEM102 Chemical Change and Organic CompoundsAn introduction to physical and organic chemistry with some emphasis on environmental, technological and biological relevance, chemical thermodynamics, reaction kinetics and mechanism and the common organic functional groups and their typical reactions.Prerequisite: 14 credits at Level 3 in NCEA Chemistry, or CIE Chemistry a minimum D pass at AS or A level.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers specialise in analytical, inorganic, organic and physical chemistry. There are also papers on geochemistry and environmental, forensic, toxicological and medicinal chemistry.

R E B E C C A F I T Z G E R A L D

Degree: BSc (Tech), Master of Science

Job: Trace Elements Team Leader

Location: Hill Laboratories, Hamilton

“I gained so much confidence in

the laboratory from the industry

placements in my degree, which I was

able to demonstrate in my time as a lab

technician. This was recognised in my

early promotion to Team Leader.”

Chemistry is the science of substances – their structures, their properties and reactions that change them into other substances.

www.chem.waikato.ac.nz




Local Body Authorities

Major Industries

Private Research Companies



Analytical Technician

Environmental Offi cer

Forensic Scientist

Industrial Chemist

Product Development Chemist

Laboratory Manager


COMPUTERGRAPHICDESIGN

COMPUTER GRAPHIC DESIGN

In your second and third years you will combine highly creative design and visual communication papers with computer science papers, to become the new breed of designer. As one of these new designers you will manipulate the software you work with and extend the potential of applications and creativity in design practice.

You will have the opportunity to develop the core elements and principles of design, in both two and three dimensions. In your second year you can learn about motion graphics, the development of web and interactive skills and brand awareness, and explore the relationship between visual communication and screen-based technologies in areas such as 3D and games.

Degrees

Bachelor of Computer Graphic Design > p110

School subjectsArt (design, painting, photography, sculpture or printmaking), graphic design and mathematics to Year 12, english is recommended.

Other subjects that may interest youGames and Multimedia (see Computer Science on page 43), Management Communication.

PapersCGRD141 Design 1This paper develops the student’s ability to recognise and utilise the basic elements and principles of design, both two and three-dimensionally. It explores topics related to “thinking” and creativity, with an emphasis on raising a student’s creativity, consciousness and attitude. The work will primarily be abstract in nature and will be produced in both traditional and computer-based media.

CGRD142 Design 2This paper develops the student’s ability to put into graphic application the basic elements and principles of design. It will also provide an introduction to typography. The emphasis of the study is to apply these basics to 2D and 3D mediums. The work will be produced in both traditional and computer technology.

www.cs.waikato.ac.nz/cgd

Computer Graphic Design involves creativity, art, technology and the communication of ideas. Computer Graphic Design encourages students to reach beyond the boundaries of traditional graphic design and explore the huge potential of the digital environment.

CGRD143 Graphic Design StudyThis paper involves theory, informed experimentation and practice. It is designed to broaden a student’s visual vocabulary and improve technical expertise in the area of perceptual drawing and key aspects of colour in design. It will also provide a basic understanding of how to technically and visually create effective photographic images.

CGRD151 Historical Studies in DesignThis paper will study critical periods in graphic design history from the invention of writing to the industrial revolution, to the early 20th century and the development of Modernism. It will focus on formal analysis of text (layout and typography) and image as well as technological change and the social context for design. Students will undertake directed research and be introduced to critical models.

COMP103 Introduction to Computer Science 1For details see Computer Science, page 43.

COMP125 Visual ComputingFor details see Computer Science, page 43.

COMP126 Computing MediaFor details see Computer Science, page 43.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers specialise in contemporary approaches to design, both theoretically and in a wide range of practical applications that include web design and commerce, interactivity, motion graphics, introductory games and animation, the creation of identity and branding, social graphics and real-world design through an intern project. Creative industry software continues to be taught at both levels. Computer Graphic Design study culminates in the final semester 300 level Degree Project, a self-imposed brief allowing students to explore and formalise the skills which they have learnt in their three-year programme.


Advertising Agencies

Design Firms

Games Designer

Publishers

Self-employment

Television


Advertising

Branding and Corporate Identity

Computer Games

Computer Illustration

Interactive Media

Motion Graphics

Television Production

Web Design and Development


COMPUTERSCIENCE

COMPUTER SCIENCE

www.cs.waikato.ac.nz

Computer Science deals with the theory, design, analysis, implementation, effi ciency and application of processes that transform information. The fundamental question underlying all of computer science is, “What can be automated?” Computer use in entertainment, industry, business, education and government is widespread, and the need for qualifi ed professionals with a computing background continues to grow.

Computer Science majors learn about software systems and how people and computers interact. You’ll learn how to create new software, how to ensure that the software works well and does what it is supposed to, and how to make that software easy for people to use.

Able students should also consider the flexible double major options in Computer Science and Mathematics or Computer Science and Statistics, both of which provide excellent preparation for those wanting to use their computing skills in their future work, be it in industry or research.

The following specialisations are available:

Applied Computing Applied Computing is for those looking for an in-depth exploration of computer technologies, techniques and methods used to build sophisticated, usable and robust computer systems (or applications). You will acquire knowledge and skills to ensure you keep up with the fast-changing landscape of real-world application development. So, if your background is not extensively mathematical and you don’t want to focus on the fundamentals of computer science, this programme could be for you.

Artificial Intelligence Artificial Intelligence researchers are working to develop computer systems that match or exceed the capabilities of the human brain. This has led to many practical developments in the computer industry, including data mining and natural language interfaces to commercial software. A specialisation in this area will enable you to understand and even build your own artificial intelligence techniques.

Computer Technology Computer Technology is the study of the hardware and software that are the foundations of modern computer systems. Computers are now a fundamental part of everyday lives, controlling everything from toasters to nuclear power stations. The need to build and deploy effective computing infrastructure is crucial to business and other organisations; modern computer systems depend on the networks that interconnect them. The demand for people who have the skills to build new and better networks is every expanding; today’s applications require more speed, mobility, reliability and capacity than yesterday’s. This specialisation will give you those skills.

Data Mining Data Mining refers to the process of extracting potentially useful information from complex data using computational methods. Data Mining has its roots in artificial intelligence, databases and statistics. You will learn how to prepare the data for mining, get to know data mining algorithms, and learn to understand and evaluate the models that summarise the extracted information. This specialisation will enable you to understand and use data mining techniques.

Games and Multimedia Games and Multimedia is an area of high profile and rapid growth. Combining Computer Science education with arts, design and creativity, this specialisation contains a series of core papers in games and interactive multimedia, and a selection of others from related areas such as video, film and music.

Information Systems Information Systems prepares students for careers in the development of computerised business systems, the area of greatest opportunity in the New Zealand computer industry. You will be taught how to build appropriate information systems for many different kinds of situations. Information systems design, software development, information systems technologies and practical work are strongly emphasised.

Internet Applications Internet Applications will enable you to understand and use the software that makes the technological age we live in possible; from building individual web pages, through client and server scripting to provide interactivity, to the methods of identifying people visiting a website and storing information that will enable you to construct web-based information systems.

NetworksThe uses and importance of computer networks continues to increase. These networks include the internet and the any private networks, such as those operated by banks, government agencies and large retail organisations. The Networks specialisation will prepare you to take a major role in this dynamic and growing area.

Software Development Software Development is the specification, design, implementation, documentation and maintenance of computer programs. The software development specialisation will help you to take a systematic approach to the development of quality software, have an understanding of the software life cycle, gain an appreciation of the role of formal methods in software development, be familiar with a variety of programming languages and tools, and be able to use a wide selection of algorithms and data structures in your programming.


COMPUTERSCIENCE Degrees




Computer Science can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Computer Science at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youComputer Graphic Design, Mathematics, Psychology.

PapersCOMP103 Introduction to Computer Science 1This paper introduces computer programming (assuming no prior knowledge) and a variety of concepts in computer science including representation, storage and manipulation of computer-based information, algorithms for problem-solving and an introduction to information systems.

COMP104 Introduction to Computer Science 2This paper continues from COMP103, expanding upon data organisation and algorithms, and introducing computer architecture, Boolean algebra, assembly language, program analysis and object-oriented programming.

COMP107 Topics in Computer Science This paper provides an opportunity for students to investigate a computing topic outside the focus of other 100 level Computer Science papers. Admission is at the discretion of the Chairperson of Department

COMP123 The Computing ExperienceThis paper introduces a range of computer tools for application in the sciences, the arts and other disciplines. Students tailor the paper to their own needs by selecting sets of exercises to extend their prior knowledge.

COMP124 He Tomokanga ki te Ao Rorohiko He tirohanga whānui tēnei ki ngā whakahaeretanga o te rorohiko. Tata ki te katoa o ngā mahi he mahi-a-ringa. Ka whakamahia ngā pūmanawa e hangai tonu ana ki te reo me ngā kaupapa Māori.

COMP125 Visual ComputingThis paper enables students to perform basic computing operations and to operate software packages for the manipulation of visual images and text for use in screen-based applications. Students will be introduced to basic computing concepts and provided with software tutorials and related exercises.

COMP126 Computing MediaThis paper enables students to operate software packages for the manipulation of images and sound to create interactive and animated output. Students will be introduced to relevant computing concepts and provided with software tutorials and related exercises.

COMP134 Software Engineering 1This paper introduces more advanced material on data abstraction, dynamic data structures, object-oriented programming and event-driven programming as well as material on computer architecture.

ENEL111 Introduction to ElectronicsFor details see Electronics, page 51.

200 Level and BeyondNumerous 200 and 300 level papers are offered to suit students’ areas of interest. While there is a core of compulsory papers, many optional papers are offered to suit the interests of the individual. We are constantly updating our offerings to move with the fast pace of technological change, so our graduates are more competitive. For a full list of papers, contact the Computer Science Department.


Consulting Firms

Hardware Manufacturers

Major Private Companies

Software Companies

Telecommunications Firms

Web Development Firms


IT Consultant

Network Engineer

Programmer

Software Developer

Usability Engineer

Web Architect

COMPUTER SCIENCE CONTINUED


EARTH SCIENCES

EARTH SCIENCES

Earth Sciences at Waikato includes the study of coastal and marine science, climate change, soil science, hydrology, volcanology, sedimentary geology and engineering geology. Graduates in Earth Sciences go on to a diverse range of careers in environmental and resource management as well as research.

Degrees



Earth Sciences can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Earth Sciences at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youGeography, Biological Sciences, Environmental Planning, Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, Law.

PapersERTH103 Discovering Planet EarthThis paper explores the Earth’s interior and its dynamic interaction with the crust, including: the major rocks and minerals and their economic importance; interpreting the rock record and geologic maps; the geological time scale and fossils; rock deformation; plate tectonics; volcanism; earthquakes; and the New Zealand geological environment. A one-day field trip introduces students to aspects of earth sciences, particularly the volcanic geology of the Rotorua region.

ERTH104 Earth and Ocean EnvironmentsThis paper explores the processes operating in the surface and ocean environments on Earth, and the resulting deposits and landforms, including oceanography, coastal hazards and climate change, the hydrological cycle, rivers and groundwater, glaciers, weathering, erosion and mass movement, and soil formation. A one-day field trip introduces students to the physical environment of the Waikato-Raglan district.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers specialise in a full range of earth and ocean sciences including: weather and climate, volcanology, hydrology and soil science, oceanography and environmental monitoring.

An understanding of earth and ocean sciences is vital if we are to sustainably manage Earth’s energy, water, mineral, soil and coastal resources. The earth sciences are also the key to predicting and managing natural hazards such as fl oods, earthquakes, tsunami, landslides and volcanic eruptions.

www.earth.waikato.ac.nz



Energy Companies

Environmental Consulting

Government Departments Firms

Ministry for the Environment

Regional and District Councils


Coastal Resource Manager

Engineering Geologist

Environmental Consultant

Geologist

Hydrologist

Soil Conservator

Volcanologist

Water Resource Manager


ECONOMICS

ECONOMICS

Economics touches almost every aspect of daily life – housing, energy, the environment and transport are just some examples. Economics concerns the way in which people make the best decisions to allocate scarce resources to meet their objectives. Once you have studied Economics, you’ll be able to look at the world in a different light and make business and everyday decisions much more clearly.

Economics is not only about money. In fact, it’s firstly about people and how they respond to incentives. Almost every issue in society can be viewed from an economic perspective and economics is behind much of what happens in current affairs, from tax rates to car prices, hospital waiting lists to airfares to international diplomacy. Far from graphs and theories, Economics is about the real world.

Because Economics is about weighing up factors and making the most informed decision, studying this subject helps students acquire decision-making skills. By specialising in applied economics, you’ll acquire the skills to analyse issues sensibly and carefully and learn practical approaches to solving economic problems.

Degrees




Economics can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsYou do not need to have studied Economics at secondary school to study it at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youFinance, Law, Marketing, Mathematics, Environmental Planning, Statistics, Strategic Management.

www.mngt.waikato.ac.nz/econ

Economists are key players in decision-making. Their analytical skills help people, businesses and governments make the best choices with their resources.

PapersECON100 Business Economics and the New Zealand EconomyAn introduction to the analysis of market environments and the New Zealand economy from a business and policy perspective.

ECON110 Economics, Media and SocietyAn introduction to the analysis of social issues from an economics perspective.

MNGT100 Management and SustainabilityFor details see Strategic Management, page 94.

200 Level and Beyond200, 300 and 400 level papers include macroeconomics and the global economy, international trade and finance, urban and regional economics, environmental and natural resource economics, managerial economics and strategy.


Banks and Investment

Consulting and Accounting Firms


International Agencies e.g. World Bank

Large Companies and Corporates



Business or Financial Analyst

Economics Researcher

Economics Teacher

Economist

Management Consultant

Policy Analyst and Adviser


EDUCATION STUDIES

EDUCATION STUDIES

Education is always in the news, whether it is because of funding issues, disputes over zoning or political and religious influences in the community or in schools. John F. Kennedy said a country’s “progress as a nation can be no swifter than our progress in education. The human mind is our fundamental resource”. Education Studies investigates how this fundamental resource is shaped. It examines social, political, cultural, economic and historical perspectives on education and delves into issues of social policy, culture, gender, work and leisure.

Education Studies is relevant to questions of justice, rights and freedom. Students often take Education Studies as a background to a graduate teaching qualification, but refer to Teaching (page 96) if you want to do a Bachelor of Teaching.

Degrees



Education Studies can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to take Education Studies at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youHumanities and social science subjects such as Women’s and Gender Studies, History, Labour Studies, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology are good supporting subjects for an Education Studies major.

L A U R I E W I L L I A M S O N

Degree: Bachelor of Arts (Hons)

Career Interest:

Policy analyst/researcher

Location: Waikato

“Education Studies is a very

worthwhile subject to consider. It

has helped me develop the ability to

critically analyse the importance of

education in society.”

Education is arguably one of the greatest infl uences not just on personal development but on society and nations.

www.soe.waikato.ac.nz



International Organisations e.g. United Nations

Legal and Advocacy Firms


Schools, Universities, Polytechnics and Research Organisations


Adult Education

Community and Social Work

Government Policy Advice e.g. justice and equity issues

International Aid Agencies

Law and Citizens’ Advice

Teaching

PapersHDCO100 Human Development

A study of the biological, psychological and social factors that

are thought to explain patterns of human behaviour over the

lifespan, from conception through to death.

HIST107 New Zealand Histories: Fresh Perspectives

A survey of New Zealand’s history from first settlement through

to the present.

PCSS101 Educational Studies

An examination of the nature and role of education as

a major humanities and social sciences discipline. Bicultural,

historical, philosophical and sociological perspectives are applied

critically to a broad spectrum of educational issues, activities

and organisations.

PHIL150 The Big Questions: An Introduction to Philosophy

An introduction to philosophical problems in the areas of

knowledge and mind, value theory, metaphysics and religion.

PSYC102 Social and Developmental Psychology 1

For details see Psychology, page 83.

SMST102 The Media and Society 1

For details see Screen and Media Studies, page 87.

SOCY101 Introduction to Sociology

For details see Sociology, page 90.

TIKA163 Te Ao Tawhito, Te Ao Hou: Introduction to Traditional

and Contemporary Māori Society

For details see Māori, page 70.

TIKA164 Mai Tuawhakarere ki te Ao Hurihuri: Introduction to

Traditional and Contemporary Māori Society

For details see Māori, page 70.

200 Level and Beyond

200 and 300 level papers cover social justice, sexuality, social

class, Māori education, post-colonialism, computing, adult

education, workers education and the history of education.


ELECTRONIC BUSINESS

ELECTRONIC BUSINESS

The electronic business systems manager gathers, analyses and processes information required to make good business decisions. This subject gives students an appreciation of how information is collected, managed and used for decision-making purposes, both internally using traditional back office systems and externally using the web.

Along the way, students come to understand how electronic business systems are designed to meet organisational needs, and how to manage the installation and updating of e-business systems to meet changing needs and changing technologies.

This subject also shows students that electronic business is of key importance to the relationship between companies, suppliers and customers and how they gain the competitive advantage offered by “end to end” enterprise.

Degrees


Electronic Business can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Electronic Business at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youComputer Science, Electronic Commerce, Supply Chain Management.

The growth of electronic commerce and the knowledge economy means organisations must have electronic business systems at the heart of their operation.

www.mngt.waikato.ac.nz/mnss



International Consultancy Practices

Large Corporations

Manufacturing or Service Organisations

Medium-sized Domestic Companies


Business Analyst

Electronic Commerce Consultant

E-Business Consultant

E-Business Manager

Systems Developer

Web Systems Project Manager

PapersStudents interested in Electronic Business study a combination of management and people-related papers in their first year, before going on to specialised study.

MSYS111 E-Business and Supply Chain ManagementInformation systems and the supply chain that integrates to provide excellent products and services are two fundamental elements of any organisation. This innovative paper uses a mix of classroom and web-based delivery to provide a complete introduction. Prerequisite: 14 credits at Level 3 in NCEA Mathematics with Calculus, or Statistics and Modelling, or CIE Mathematics a minimum D pass at AS or A level.

MSYS121 The World of Electronic CommerceElectronic Commerce involves the exchange of products, services and information using the internet and other digital technologies. This paper provides an introduction to electronic commerce from both management and technical perspectives.

200 Level and Beyond200, 300 and 400 level papers include project management, electronic commerce systems infrastructure, decision support systems, knowledge management, and business analysis and consulting.


ELECTRONIC COMMERCE

ELECTRONIC COMMERCE

Electronic Commerce or e-commerce is the use of computers and electronic networks to do business over the internet or another electronic network. Revolutionary and perceived as risky just a few years ago, online transactions are fast becoming the way the world does business. In fact, online transactions are expected to double within the next four years.

This digital revolution has transformed commerce and collapsed geographical boundaries, creating mammoth global operations like Amazon, iTunes and Google, and local success stories like TradeMe.

Companies around the world are racing to take advantage of the unlimited opportunities provided by e-commerce, and new e-commerce businesses are springing up every day. E-commerce at Waikato Management School is about fostering entrepreneurship. Our clever, bold students are exposed to the development of languages and environments, databases and communications technologies. They’re taught management skills, including quality and risk management, compliance and resource scheduling.

Graduates can find careers in the technical development of systems that support e-commerce websites and transactions. Some even go on to run companies, or start up their own.

Degrees

Bachelor of Electronic Commerce > p114

Electronic Commerce can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsYou do not need to have studied computing at secondary school to study Electronic Commerce at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youComputer Science, Electronic Business, Management Communication, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, Strategic Management.

www.mngt.waikato.ac.nz/becom

Welcome to the future. In a wireless, always informed, always connected world, the cutting edge of business is online.


Computer Manufacturers and Consultancies

E-commerce Consultancies

Internet-based Businesses

Internet Service Providers

Wholesalers and Purchasing Agents


IT Solutions Specialist

Marketing Manager

Programmer

Quality Assurance Manager

Systems Analyst

Web Designer

PapersStudents interested in Electronic Commerce study a combination of management papers in their first year, before going on to specialised Electronic Commerce study.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers include internet applications, programming usable systems, and electronic commerce systems infrastructure.


ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING

ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING

Many of the products electronic engineers develop are unseen and unrecognised, but they are essential to our social, business and industrial lives. Products such as personal computers, mobile telephones, pacemakers, and radio, television, industrial control and satellite communications systems are the result of ideas

generated by electrical engineers.

New Zealand’s electronics manufacturing industry is one of the fastest growing industries in the country, and New Zealand has a shortage of skilled people. Companies are targeting niche markets, such as telecommunications, and exporting their products all over the world.

Degrees


School subjectsNCEA Level 3 Physics and one of Mathematics with Calculus, or Statistics with Modelling.

Other subjects that may interest youBiochemical Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics, Materials and Process Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Software Engineering.

Electronic engineering is concerned with the design, development, manufacture and application of electronic devices, circuits and systems.



Agricultural Sector

Electronics and Electrical Engineering Industries

Health and Biomedical Industries

Information Technology Industry

Telecommunications Sector


Consultant

Electronic Engineer

Manager

Mechatronic Engineer

Product Design Engineer

Programmer

PapersCOMP103 Introduction to Computer Science 1For details see Computer Science, page 43.







200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers cover topics from Computer Science, Electronics, Mathematics, and Physics, including optoelectronics, high speed communications and options such as mechatronics. Economic and professional training elements are also included in this programme.


ELECTRONICS

ELECTRONICS

Electronics covers a wide range of exciting modern developments ranging from microscopic electronic circuits and machines, mobile and computer communications, advances in medical diagnosis and treatment, and development in the latest audio and video technologies.

Studying electronics will give you valuable skills in electronic engineering and design. You will have the option to specialise in some of the most progressive areas in electronics today such as optoelectronics or mechatronics.

Optoelectronics deals with the conversion of electrical signals to light or vice-versa. Examples such as solar cells, fibre optics and lasers are integral components of everyday devices like compact disc players, supermarket barcode scanners and long distance systems. Mechatronics combines aspects of electronic and mechanical engineering to produce devices such as printers, cars, aircraft, photocopiers, and even washing machines. These are fast-growing areas in which you can develop a productive and satisfying career.

Degrees



Electronics can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsNCEA Level 3 Physics and one of Mathematics with Calculus, or Statistics with Modelling.

Other subjects that may interest youComputer Science, Electronic Engineering, Mathematics, Physics.


Electronics is the science and technology concerned with the controlled fl ow of electrons and other carriers of electric charge.


Electrotechnology and Electronics Industries


Information Technology and Telecommunications Sector


Design Engineer

Electronic Engineer

Electronic Technician

Information Systems Engineer

Mechatronic Designer

Programmer

PapersENEL111 Introduction to ElectronicsThis paper is concerned with basic electronic concepts. Topics covered include fundamental DC and AC circuits, Boolean logic, digital circuits, analogue-to-digital and digital-to-analogue conversion, computer architecture and solid state devices such as diodes and transistors. Prerequisite: 14 credits at Level 3 in NCEA Physics, or Mathematics with Calculus, or Statistics and Modelling, or CIE Physics a minimum D pass at AS or A level, or CIE Mathematics a minimum D pass at AS or A level.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers examine analogue electronics and circuit analysis, digital electronics, microprocessor applications and control, optoelectronics and high-speed communications.


ENGINEERING

ENGINEERING

The New Zealand industry needs engineering graduates who can not only run large-scale enterprises but who can also create and run small-scale enterprises. To meet this need, graduates of Waikato engineering degrees have the skills that are especially appropriate for solving problems in smaller-scale manufacturing industries. These industries make up the majority of New Zealand’s enterprises.

The Waikato engineering degrees will put you at the cutting edge of engineering. This is reflected in the programmes offered: Biochemical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Materials & Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Software Engineering. All programmes are designed to prepare students for careers in the new economy and build on the expertise found in the major teaching departments involved with Science & Engineering at the University.

Students choose to study one of the following specified programmes, within the Bachelor of Engineering (page 116):

Biochemical Engineering – Page 37Biochemical Engineering is concerned with producing and processing biochemicals and related materials, including the design and operation of bioreactors and bioseparation processes. The programme consists of traditional process engineering fundamentals with chemistry, advanced biochemistry and microbiology. It provides an excellent basis for a career in the bioprocess, food and pharmaceutical industries.

Electronic Engineering – Page 50Electronic Engineering is concerned with the design, development, manufacture and application of electronic devices, circuits and systems. Economic and professional training elements are also included in this programme. The electronic manufacturing industry is one of the fastest-growing industries in New Zealand.

Materials and Process Engineering – Page 74Materials and Process Engineering is an engineering discipline concerned with understanding the characteristics of materials and the processes used to convert materials into products. It includes biotechnology, environmental technology, materials, process engineering and innovation and technology management. Materials and Process Engineering can also be taken as a major in the BSc and BSc(Tech).

New Zealand needs more engineers. Currently, only 800 engineers graduate each year; similar countries to New Zealand graduate double this number. Increasing the number of engineers trained is seen as essential for our country’s growth in technology-related enterprises.



Consultancy Firms

Industry

Manufacturers

Research and Development Industries



Electronic Engineer

Materials Scientist



Software Engineer

Mechanical Engineering – Page 76Mechanical Engineering uses mechanics and energy principles to design, research, develop and manufacture tools, engines, motors and other devices. The programme combines papers in mechanical engineering, science and mathematics to give graduates a good balance between intellectual rigour and engineering practice. This prepares graduates typically for employment in industry and a wide range of other careers such as automotives, manufacturing, air-conditioning and refrigeration, and robotics.

Software Engineering – Page 91Software Engineering is the scientific, disciplined and quantifiable approach to developing, operating and maintaining complex software systems. These include operating systems, networks, real-time and embedded systems, distributed and parallel systems, as well as engineering, scientific and business application software.


ENGLISH

ENGLISH

This programme encourages independent and creative thought. A literary education expands the mind, sharpens cultural awareness and sensitivity, and provides insights into human behaviour and interaction. The close study of texts will provide you with the tools to think laterally and analytically, while a heightened awareness of language will enable you to communicate, in both spoken and written forms, in an articulate and precise way.

English is about language, history and culture. It is about art and aesthetics, meaning and value. At Waikato, papers are drawn from literatures written in English since medieval times, and from all major English-speaking cultures, especially from the United Kingdom, North America, India, Australia, and New Zealand. Students who major in English, even students who take just a few papers in English, find that English is about artistic questions, aesthetic questions, questions about the stability of language, questions of cultural meaning and value. English is a major for the Bachelor of Arts (BA).

English Studies English Studies is a major in the Bachelor of Communication Studies for anyone preparing for a career in communication, whether in public relations or the media. It gives students the opportunity to consider why we read, why we write, and how to do both effectively and creatively. You will study a variety of texts, and learn how issues such as race, nationality and gender influence communication and how communicators can influence responses to particular issues.

Degrees

Bachelor of Arts (English) > p104

Bachelor of Communication Studies (English Studies) > p108

English and English Studies can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study English at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youHistory, Languages, Linguistics, Management Communication, Screen and Media Studies.

PapersENGL104 Telling the StoryAn introduction to how and why great stories are told in English literature, using the Old English epic Beowulf in translation, Arthurian legend, and works by Shakespeare, Coleridge, Austen and Conrad.

ENGL105 New Zealand Literature 1This paper explores a century of writing on New Zealand, focusing on issues of identity and belonging, place and displacement, and the tensions between here and there.

ENGL108 American Literature 1: America Now An introduction to the literature of the USA with an emphasis on the 20th century. The paper includes the study of the Harlem Renaissance, New England poetry, the American South, and the American tradition in drama.

ENGL112 From Page to Screen: Literature as Text and FilmA comparative examination of the techniques used to tell stories by novelists, dramatists and directors.

ENGL113 English.Confidence This paper considers the structure and use of the English language in terms of the student’s own writing. The paper provides a bridge between theories of language and their practical application and can serve as a preparatory paper for language, linguistics and writing papers.

HUMA101 Old Worlds – New WorldsThis paper is intended to provide students with a background for study within the Department of Humanities. It is a multi-disciplinary paper that has been structured around the metaphor of journey and cultural encounter and focuses on a variety of texts, images and sounds.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers include medieval literature, Shakespeare’s theatre, American literature, history of the English language, renaissance theatre and literature, Victorian literature and romanticism.

www.waikato.ac.nz/english/

Potential employers value people with trained minds and a creative approach to problem-solving. English is a discipline that stimulates these qualities.


Government Departments and Local Bodies

Libraries

Public Relations Consultancies

Schools

TV, Radio, and Print Media


Creative Writer

Editor

Freelance Writer

Journalist

Librarian

Public Relations or Marketing Executive


ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING

ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING

Our Environmental Planning programme aims to help you deepen your knowledge about the natural world and human use of the natural environment. It gives students the knowledge and skills that are needed to make sure that New Zealanders use their natural resources with care and with as little harm as possible. You will study the latest ideas on sustainable development and ethical environmental care.

Environmental Planning is an interdisciplinary major incorporating studies of the ecological, physical and human aspects of the environment combined with core components of environmental planning processes and its ethics, planning frameworks, environmental impact assessment and the relationship of people to the environment.

Environmental Planning is suited for people who would like a career in the use or conservation of land, water, sea coast or natural resources. Gaining expertise in these areas is useful for jobs in environmental research, monitoring, and policy or environmental planning practice, especially conservations planning and the environmental planning regime of New Zealand’s Resource Management Act 1991. Opportunities for students with a background in environmental planning are wide in both the public and private sectors.

Three specialisations are available for students wishing to undertake professional planning qualifications at graduate level, or to follow a career in environmental management or environmental policy.

Economics >Public Policy >Resources and Environmental Planning >

Degrees




Environmental Planning can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Environmental Planning at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youBiological Sciences, Earth Science, Economics, Geography and Political Science.

Do you care about the natural environment? Are you interested in making a difference to the world we live in? If so, then Environmental Planning could be the fi eld for you.

www.waikato.ac.nz/rep/


ENVS101 Environmental ScienceFor details see Environmental Sciences, page 55.

ERTH103 Discovering Planet EarthFor details see Earth Sciences, page 45.

ERTH104 Earth and Ocean EnvironmentsFor details see Earth Sciences, page 45.

GEOG103 Resources and EnvironmentFor details see Geography, page 58.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers cover such topics as the principles and processes of environmental planning, ecology, soil properties, oceanography, weather and climate issues, geohazards, marine biology, and engineering geology.


Central Government (e.g. the Department of Conservation)

District and Regional Councils

Natural Resource Users (e.g. Genesis Energy, Fonterra)

Planning and Resource Management Consultancies


Environmental Planner

Policy Analyst

Private Consultant

Researcher

Teacher


ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

Environmental Sciences is the interdisciplinary and systematic study of our environment as well as our role in its management. Pressures and impacts on our environment are increasing as the human population grows and we seek to utilise natural resources in ever increasing amounts.

Environmental Sciences can provide the scientific basis for understanding environmental problems, and finding solutions to them. By studying Environmental Sciences and becoming qualified to work as an environmental scientist or technician, you can become directly involved in solving our environmental problems.

Degrees



Environmental Sciences can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsAs well as biology, students may find chemistry, geography and mathematics useful.

Other subjects that may interest youBiological Sciences, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Environmental Planning, Geography.


ENVS101 Environmental ScienceA study of the utilisation and exploitation of natural resources and the effects of human activities on biological, chemical and physical processes that form resources and control ecosystems.

ERTH103 Discovering Planet EarthFor details see Earth Sciences, page 45.

ERTH104 Earth and Ocean EnvironmentsFor details see Earth Sciences, page 45.

GEOG103 Resources and EnvironmentFor details see Geography, page 58.

200 Level and BeyondA range of topics from the Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, and Geography disciplines will be covered.


If we are to achieve environmental sustainability, we need to understand how the environment works and ensure we leave the world in a healthy functioning state for future generations.



Energy Companies

Environmental Agencies


Local Government Bodies


Biosecurity Offi cer

Coastal and Discharges Consent Planner

Environmental Analyst



Fisheries Manager

Oceanographer

Resource Offi cer

Risk Analyst


ETHICS

ETHICS

Studying Ethics will give you the tools and capabilities you need to become an inspirational leader in the community and in your working life, and will enable you to feel confident in your capability to reflect on doing “the right thing” and following through on that reflection.

Ethics at Waikato is an interdisciplinary major with a philosophical core. It includes the study of fundamental moral concepts and the nature of morality as well as applications of evaluative thinking to diverse subject areas such as politics, law, management, Māori and Pacific Studies, religion, art, the media, and the environment. With a theoretical core but an applied emphasis it provides a pathway into any government and private sector employment where sensitivity to ethical issues is a significant requirement.

A great strength of the Ethics major is in offering an edge in employability when combined with other professional degrees. Examples include Law, Counselling, Management, Teaching, Accountancy and Computer Science.

Degrees



School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Ethics at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youEnvironmental Planning, Labour Studies, Law, Management, Māori and Pacific Development, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Public Policy, Women’s and Gender Studies.

PapersPHIL103 Critical ReasoningFor details see Philosophy, page 79.

PHIL106 Social and Moral PhilosophyFor details see Philosophy, page 79.

PHIL150 The Big Questions: An Introduction to PhilosophyFor details see Philosophy, page 79.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers include ethics at work, environmental ethics, media ethics, Māori customs, politics, religion, and legal ethics.

The study of Ethics provides an excellent grounding in evaluative theory and reasoning for a professional future in the public service, the health sector, social work, with environmental agencies, and in business.

www.waikato.ac.nz/ethics/


Accountancy Firms

Government Departments and Ministries

Private Consultancies

University Administration


Business Consultant

Computer Systems Administrator


Health Policy Advisor

Human Resource Manager

Policy Analyst

Public Relations Practitioner

Teacher


FINANCE

FINANCE

The finance industry consists of the businesses and people that ensure the efficient flow of money required to keep society running smoothly. The banking sector, financial planners, corporate treasury departments, sharebrokers and the Reserve Bank are just some of the players in the finance industry.

Today it isn’t possible to run a treasury or an investment fund, or structure the financing of a project, or even invest personally, without some understanding of finance theory and practice. If you study Finance, you’ll learn about investment decision-making when time and risk are key considerations. You’ll gain the skills to examine corporate finance, portfolios and markets, small business finance, financial modelling and personal financial planning. You’ll also learn about the international and electronic environments where finance deals are done.

Previous Waikato Finance graduates have found jobs at top national and international financial institutions and corporates at salaries well above average market pay.

Make a safe investment in Waikato Management School. We were rated top in New Zealand for accounting and finance research in the Tertiary Education Commission’s 2006 assessment of tertiary research.

Degrees



Finance can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Finance at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youEconomics, Mathematics, Statistics.

Interested in a great career that centres on money? Compound your opportunities with Finance. Finance is more than just deciding on a Kiwisaver scheme. It is the management of money, banking, investments and credit.

www.mngt.waikato.ac.nz/mfin


Commercial and Investment Banks

Consulting Firms

Domestic and International Corporations

Fund Managers


Large Companies


Commercial and Investment Banker

Finance Manager

Financial Analyst

Financial Controller

Investment Adviser

Sharebroker

PapersStudents interested in Finance study a combination of management and people-related papers in their first year, before going on to specialised study.

200 Level and Beyond200, 300 and 400 level papers include electronic finance, business analysis and valuation, corporate finance, portfolios and markets, and international finance.


GEOGRAPHY

GEOGRAPHY

We live in a complex world that is rapidly changing through development, tourism, globalisation, environmental degradation, population growth and consumption.

Geographers understand these changes and work to develop sustainable solutions for the future. Geography integrates people and their environments, taking into account social, economic, environmental and cultural aspects, which all help us to manage resources more effectively. This subject offers papers in environmental management, tourism, geographic information systems, and cultural and social geography.

Degrees



Geography can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Geography at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youAnthropology, Earth Sciences, Environmental Planning, Population Studies, Sociology, Tourism Studies.

www.waikato.ac.nz/geography

Geography matters because it is about basic human relationships: between people and the environment, between people and other people. A clearer grasp of Geography can provide insight into environmental problems and help us manage our resources more effectively.

L O U I S A D A V I E S

Degree: BSocSc

Job: Senior Research Analyst

Location: Urban Economics, Brisbane

“I apply geographic principles and

ideas in researching and analysing the

property market. I aim to understand

a community’s needs and how this may

influence the demand and supply of

property markets.”


District and Regional Councils

Energy and Water Management Firms

Environmental Consultancies

Mining and Resource Companies

Ministry for the Environment

New Zealand Planning Institute


Cartographer

Consultant

Environmental Manager

Immigration Policy Analyst

Researcher

Urban or Regional Planner

PapersGEOG101 People and Place: Introduction to Social and Cultural GeographyAn introduction to the new geographies of social and cultural change. A foundation for second-year papers on contemporary cultural geographies, regional geography, tourism, and Māori lands and communities.

GEOG103 Resources and EnvironmentAn introduction to human geography and the environment. This paper deals with environmental perceptions and values, environmental and socio-economic impacts, resource use conflicts, Māori perspectives, resource evaluation, environment and tourism, global environmental change and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers include principles of environmental planning, contemporary cultural geographies, tourism environments, research in human geography, and hazards, risk and impacts.


HISTORY

HISTORY

This topic is also essential for film-makers, novelists, journalists, tourists and travellers – just about everybody. Modern technology has not only created an information explosion, but it has made it easier to reach into the past. However, with this there is an increasing demand for people with skills to make sense of the material others have left behind. The study of history is relevant, rewarding, insightful and important.

Degrees



History can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study History at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youAnthropology, English, Geography, Māori and Pacific Development, Political Science, Screen and Media Studies.

PapersHIST100 World History: 600 – 1900CEA historical survey of international commerce and consumption before the modern era.

HIST105 Hyperpower: The United StatesA historical survey of today’s leading world power from the start of permanent British settlement in 1607 to recent times.

HIST106 War and SocietyThis paper explores war across the ages, from the conflicts of the early modern world through to the late twentieth century, with a particular emphasis on ‘civil wars’.

HIST107 New Zealand Histories: Fresh PerspectivesA survey of New Zealand’s history from first settlement through to the present.

HIST117 Global Histories: 1900 – the PresentThis paper provides critical tools for thinking about the history of the 20th century. It examines war and conflict; colonisation and decolonisation; technology, medicine and the environment; political movements and change; the global economy; and population growth.

History is the study of the past but also its impact on the present and future. People working in the media, education, politics, research and business need to know and understand aspects of our past.

www.waikato.ac.nz/history/

HIST121 Founding Peoples of Britain and IrelandAn introduction to the social, political, religious, and cultural history of the major ethnic and linguistic groups who lived in and influenced the development of Britain and Ireland up to c1300.

HIST145 History on FilmAn introduction to the academic study of history through analysis of how historical eras, processes and events have been portrayed in film.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers include Irish history, American history, researching iwi/Māori history, social and cultural history, Australian history and world migrations.


Central Government e.g. Archives New Zealand

Heritage Organisations

Local Government

Museums

Secondary Schools

Television, Radio and Print Media


Archivist

Documentary Researcher

Journalist

Museum or Gallery Curator

Political Speech-writer

Professional Historian

Tour Guide


HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

Hospitality Management is about the management of businesses that supply food, drink, accommodation and entertainment to people away from home – as such, it is an essential part of the tourism and leisure industry.

Hospitality and related businesses generate more than $4 trillion a year worldwide while the hospitality industry in New Zealand employs more than 135,000 people and contributes 7.6 percent of New Zealand’s earnings. With international tourism on the rise and locals dining out more every year, the industry faces increasing demand at the same time as it is dealing with challenges such as staff recruitment and retention.

The subject of Hospitality Management covers the structure, processes and management of hospitality operations including accommodation, food and beverage management, planning control and decision-making, along with the legal requirements of the hospitality industry.

Degrees

Bachelor of Tourism > p138

Hospitality Management can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Hospitality Management at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youLanguages, Marketing, Public Relations, Tourism.

PapersStudents interested in Hospitality Management study a combination of management and social sciences papers in their first year, before going on to specialised study.

200 Level and Beyond200, 300 and 400 level papers include hospitality law, food and beverage management, accommodation management, entrepreneurship in tourism and hospitality, and operations management. There are two 200 level work placement papers in accommodation and food and beverage management.

www.mngt.waikato.ac.nz/tourism

The business of delivering a good time has many elements. Learn to integrate and manage hospitality operations to make lasting impressions.

K A I K H A N G

Degree: BTour

Job: Duty Manager

Location: Mecure Hotel, Wellington

“The hospitality industry is an exciting

place – my job is to ensure we provide

a quality service and product, in a

fast-paced environment, for our

guests. I am so much more aware

of the theoretical understanding of

hospitality after studying at Waikato

University – I wouldn’t be able to do

my job without it.”


Catering Firms

Commercial Caterers

Conference and Event Centres

Cruise Ships

Hotels and Motels

Restaurants


Catering Services Manager

Front Offi ce Manager

Gaming Management

Hotel Manager

Travel and Accommodation Facilitator


HUMAN DEVELOPMENT

HUMAN DEVELOPMENT

In this programme you can study childhood, adolescence, adulthood and ageing – so this subject touches on something relevant to the lives of most people. Understanding how people develop throughout their lives, and how social context can influence possibilities for individuals, is important and useful knowledge for everyone.

The theories and ideas behind Human Development are an important background for those wishing to go into professions such as social work, nursing and teaching. It is also a subject that informs social policy in Aotearoa/New Zealand. There is a need for more research in the context of family and lifespan development in this country, and we are looking for students with vision and innovative ideas to come through to the graduate level.

Degrees


Human Development can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Human Development at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youEducation Studies, Human Resource Management, Psychology, Sociology.

PapersHDCO100 Human DevelopmentA study of the biological, psychological and social factors that are thought to explain patterns of human behaviour over the lifespan, from conception through to death.

PCSS101 Educational StudiesFor details see Education Studies, page 47.

PSYC102 Social and Developmental Psychology 1For details see Psychology, page 83.

SOCP102 Introduction to Social PolicyFor details see Social Policy, page 88.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers examine young children’s development in families, adolescent development, adult development and ageing, learning, developmental psychology, motivation and behaviour, and talent development.

Human Development is concerned with the study of the human lifespan from conception onwards.


A N N A H A L L

Degree: Bachelor of Arts

Career Interest: Working with children

who have special needs; therapist.

“I’m majoring in Psychology, which I’m

really enjoying. It’s fascinating and I

love learning about something that is

so interesting. Human Development

ties in nicely with what I’m studying as

it has many components, which involve

areas of psychology.”


Community Agencies

Counselling Agencies

Government

Local Councils


Community Development

Counselling

Human Resource Management

Policy Development

Public Relations

Social Work


HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Human resources managers advise senior managers on the employment and career development of employees. They play a strategic role in an organisation by managing recruitment processes and programmes, salary and bonus structures, training programmes, and systems for evaluating staff performance. They also advise senior management on the employment implications of business decisions and are responsible for keeping up to date with employment legislation.

By studying Human Resource Management, students acquire people management skills that will help them to better read their workmates and employees, and better manage their future staff.

Human Resource ManagementHuman Resource Management (HRM) is concerned with the essential processes of getting the right people into the right jobs, and how organisations keep people and attend to the ongoing development of their capabilities. On another level, HRM is concerned with the broad and complex aspects of developing human resource strategy. This Bachelor of Management Studies major involves an understanding of how and why people behave as they do, what motivates people and how employee capabilities can be harnessed to enhance an organisation’s ability to perform effectively for all of its stakeholders.

Industrial Relations and Human Resource ManagementIndustrial Relations and Human Resource Management (IR & HRM) is an interdisciplinary subject designed to prepare students for career opportunities in the broad, ever-changing field of employment relations, human resource management, workplace change, and education and training. This Bachelor of Social Sciences major also prepares students for graduate studies by bringing together relevant papers from Education Studies, Human Resource Management, Labour Studies and Psychology.

Degrees

Bachelor of Management Studies (HRM) > p120

Bachelor of Social Sciences (IR & HRM) > p130

Human Resource Management, and Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management can also be taken as second majors or supporting subjects within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Human Resource Management at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youHuman Development, Psychology, Strategic Management.

www.management.ac.nz/shrm www.waikato.ac.nz/irandhrm

Excellent people skills are essential for good management.

PapersHUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Students interested in HRM study a combination of management and people-related papers in their first year, before going on to specialised study.

200 Level and Beyond200, 300 and 400 level papers examine organisational behaviour, employment relations, personality and management, and workers’ education and training.

INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AND HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENTLBST101 The Nature of WorkFor details see Labour Studies, page 64.

SOCY101 Introduction to SociologyFor details see Sociology, page 90.

STMG191 Introduction to ManagementFor details see Strategic Management, page 94.



Large Corporations

Occupational Safety and Health Service (OSH)

Recruitment Firms


Employment Court Offi cial

Human Capital Development Strategist


Industrial Relations Mediator/Facilitator

Payroll Manager


INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT

INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT

New Zealand businesses must learn to operate effectively in countries with different economic, cultural, political, legal and technological environments. International Management teaches you how to analyse international business environments and to develop effective strategies for entering and servicing international markets.

Alongside management papers, you can choose to learn or continue to learn a foreign language so that you’re equipped for a range of career opportunities in the commercial sector – notably in export and international management – as well as with financial institutions, government departments and the tourism industry.

Students may choose a specialisation in one of the following languages:

Chinese >French >German >Japanese >Spanish >Te Reo M > āori

Degrees


International Management can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study International Management at Waikato.

If you wish to learn a language, you can pick it up in your first year of study.

Other subjects that may interest youEconomics, Finance, Languages, Marketing, Social Policy, Tourism.

www.mngt.waikato.ac.nz/int

See the global picture. International Management deals with business activities that span continents and cultures.


International and Government Organisations

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Multinational Enterprises

Tourism Operators


Business Development Adviser

Industrial Development Analyst

International Marketing Manager

International Trade Policy Adviser

Tourism Consultant

Translator

PapersStudents interested in International Management study a combination of management and people-related papers in their first year, before going on to specialised study. Students include two language papers in each of the four years of study.

200 Level and BeyondA range of papers across Accounting, Economics, Finance, Management Communication, Marketing, Strategic Management, Tourism and Management Systems can be selected.


LABOUR STUDIES

LABOUR STUDIES

We often think of a job as a way of making a living but work is so much more. The average adult actually spends about a third of their life working. As well as a way of making money, work provides social contact, creates a sense of pride, helps us test our abilities and develops us professionally and personally.

Labour Studies is for students interested in how work shapes people’s lives. It looks at the social, economic and political foundations of work, from the past to the present.

Students taking Labour Studies will study a number of areas, including changes in the way work is organised, current employment legislation, and the relevance to us here in New Zealand. At Waikato, students taking Labour Studies also discuss how these events fit in the global picture and how our employment relations and labour market conditions relate to other important economies, such as Australia, China, Europe, Pacific, Asia, and South Africa.

Degrees


Labour Studies can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Labour Studies at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youEducation Studies, Geography, Human Resource Management, Political Science, Sociology, Women’s and Gender Studies.

PapersLBST101 The Nature of WorkThis paper offers an interdisciplinary account of the changing forms and social contexts of work from ancient times to the present and beyond. Special emphasis is placed on work in capitalist societies including the impact of new technologies.


200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers examine employment relations in New Zealand, labour market structures and policies, and the sociology of work.

Labour Studies looks at the world of work and employment, and the social environment in which they take place.

www.waikato.ac.nz/labourstudies



Local Bodies

Non-profi t Organisations

Unions


Employment Relations Advocate


Journalist

Labour Market Researcher

Policy Analyst

Union Organiser and/or Researcher


LANGUAGES

LANGUAGES

Waikato offers a range of languages with papers in Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Māori and Spanish.

With a dramatic increase in our exports to Asian countries (from 12% in 1970 to about 40% today, and likely to be 60% by 2010), it has become imperative for young New Zealanders to study the culture, society and languages of our Asian neighbours. Asian Studies is an interdisciplinary subject concerned with the study of Asia in its various aspects.

Language specialisations are offered under the following degrees:

Bachelor of Business Analysis >Bachelor of Communication Studies >Bachelor of Electronic Commerce >Bachelor of Management Studies >Bachelor of Tourism >

Students can also have a language specialisation in conjunction with the International Management major for the Bachelor of Management Studies.

You have the opportunity to choose from the following languages: Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Spanish or Te Reo Māori. For more details, consult your Faculty or School of Studies.

Degrees


A language can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsYou do not have to have studied a language at school to study it at Waikato.

Previous experienceStudents with previous experience of a language should ring 0800 Waikato to seek advice from the Languages Department regarding their first-year papers.

www.waikato.ac.nz/wfass/subjects/humanities

Speaking another language can increase your potential and marketability, especially if you choose to work overseas. Studying languages also allows you to learn a lot about the outside world which broadens your mind and enhances your understanding of different cultures and societies.

Other subjects that may interest youEnglish, History, International Management, Law, Management Communication, Marketing, Political Science, Teaching, Tourism Studies.

PapersASIAN STUDIESASIA102 Asia and New ZealandA broad but critical introduction to the interaction between New Zealand and the countries of Asia.

ASIA103 Introduction to East AsiaFor details see Chinese below.

CHINESEASIA103 Introduction to East AsiaAn introduction to the cultures, both traditional and modern, of China, Japan and Korea.

CHIN101 Chinese Language 1: Part AAn introductory core paper designed for students with no previous knowledge of Chinese. It takes an integrated approach involving all four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking.

CHIN102 Chinese Language 1: Part BThis core paper is the continuation of CHIN101 and focuses on the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing the Chinese language at an elementary level. Prerequisite: CHIN101

HUMA101 Old Worlds – New WorldsFor details see English, page 53.

FRENCHFREN131 French for Beginners 1Students with no prior knowledge of French will acquire basic written and oral communicative skills for everyday situations.

FREN132 French for Beginners 2Develops the skills acquired in the complete beginner’s paper. This is the appropriate entry point for students with two years’ secondary school study of French. Prerequisite: FREN131

FREN171 Preparation for DELF A1This paper aims to prepare primary and secondary school teachers for the DELF A1 examination?

FREN172 Preparation for DELF A2This paper aims to prepare primary and secondary school teachers for the DELF A2 examination.



LANGUAGES GERMAN

GERM102 Culture and SocietyThis paper will provide students with an insight into modern German culture and society.

GERM131 German for Beginners 1This paper is designed for students with little or no previous knowledge of German. This paper does not count towards a German major.

GERM132 German for Beginners 2This paper follows GERM131. Students with adequate knowledge of German may be admitted without having taken GERM131. This paper does not count towards a German major.


JAPANESEASIA102 Asia and New ZealandA broad but critical introduction to the interaction between New Zealand and the countries of Asia.

ASIA103 Introduction to East AsiaAn introduction to the cultures, both traditional and modern, of China, Japan and Korea.


JAPA101 Basic Japanese: Part AThis paper is the entry point to Japanese for students with at least 14 credits at Level 3 in NCEA. In combination with JAPA102 it completes the main corpus of grammar, and introduces further skills fundamental to communicative competence.

JAPA102 Basic Japanese: Part BThis paper continues from JAPA101.

JAPA131 Japanese for Beginners 1: Part AThis paper assumes no previous knowledge of Japanese. It takes an integrated approach to the four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. This paper does not count towards a Japanese major.

JAPA132 Japanese for Beginners 1: Part BThis paper continues on from JAPA131. It does not count towards a Japanese major.

MĀORIFor details see Māori, page 70.

SPANISHHUMA101 Old Worlds – New WorldsFor details see English, page 53.

SPAN131 Spanish for Beginners 1Complete beginners of the language will acquire introductory competency. Communication is emphasised. This paper does not count towards a Spanish major.

B R O N W E N D A V I E S

Degrees: BA/BEd/DipT

“I love foreign languages, and drama

and English have been a private hobby

for me, not to mention providing more

job opportunities in the teaching arena.”


Export-oriented Companies


Local Bodies

Multinational Corporations

Tourism Sector Companies

Universities and Schools


Diplomat

Hospitality Operator

International Lawyer

Tour Guide

Translator or Interpreter

Travel Agent

LANGUAGES CONTINUED

SPAN132 Spanish for Beginners 2The continuation of SPAN131. This paper aims to build confidence in the language skills already acquired. Equal attention is given to each of the skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. This paper does not count towards a Spanish major. Prerequisite: SPAN131

200 LEVEL AND BEYOND200 and 300 level papers cover: intermediate-level language skill; languages of Europe; Latin American and modern German literature; reading and translation skills; Germany, Europe and the media; French civilisation; Asian history; social institutions and more.


LAW

LAW

The study and practice of law is both challenging and rewarding. Studying Law will teach you to think rationally and express yourself clearly and, because the law is so closely linked to society, you’ll also gain a better understanding of human behaviour.

A Law degree will open up numerous career opportunities, from environmental consultancy to merger and acquisition deals to criminal law. Law at Waikato has a strong emphasis on professionalism, and practical skills such as client interviewing and negotiation, as well as the study of Law in context – how society and its development influence laws and the legal system.

Degrees

Bachelor of Laws > p118

Law can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsAlthough there are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Law at Waikato, we recommend that you include one or more “writing” subjects e.g. classical studies, economics, English, geography, history.

Other subjects that may interest youManagement subjects, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Treaty of Waitangi Studies/Akoranga te Tiriti o Waitangi (see Māori).

PapersLAWS103 Legal MethodAn introduction to the skills of legal reasoning and legal writing through practical exercises and lectures. The paper will include a series of case analyses of decisions of courts at all levels; the application of rules of statutory interpretation to selected Acts and Regulations; and an introduction to computer skills, including database searches.

LAWS105 Introduction to New Zealand Law and Society This paper is offered as a NET and STAR paper, taught entirely via the internet. The paper is not available for LLB students.

LAWS106 Legal Systems and SocietiesAn introduction to the sources and institutions of law in New Zealand, with particular reference to statute, common law, customs illustrated by Māori customary law, and the distinctive position of the Treaty of Waitangi. The paper will survey the institutions of law and their roles in the making and enforcement of law in their social and historical contexts.

www.waikato.ac.nz/law

Many of our everyday actions are infl uenced by the legal system. The law provides a structure that helps society to operate.

LAWS107 Constitutional LawThis paper examines principles of constitutionalism and the framework of the New Zealand system of government, including the structure, processes and functions of key public institutions such as the Legislature, the Executive, and the Judiciary, and their interrelationship. The importance of the New Zealand Bill of Rights Act, the Human Rights Act, and the Treaty of Waitangi, their impact on the public sector and their impact on the relationship between citizens and the state will be examined in relation to the overall constitutional framework.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers include jurisprudence, contract law, criminal law, dispute resolution and land law. For 400 level papers, students are able to study a broad range of specialist law subjects e.g. advocacy, employment, environmental law, law and information technology, commercial transactions and intellectual property.


Courts

Crown Law Offi ce


Investment Banks

Law Firms

National and Multinational Companies


Barrister

Business Consultant

In-house Legal Adviser

Judge’s Clerk

Policy Adviser/Analyst

Solicitor

J E N I F O U N TA I N

2008 Winner of the David Wilson

Trophy for Best Mooter; member of

the winning team in the Penlington

Hammond mooting Competition;

Winner of the Witness Examination

Competition and a member of the

winning team in the Negotiation

Competition. Winners and winning

teams go on to compete against

other New Zealand Universities at

the national competition.


LINGUISTICS

LINGUISTICS

Many aspects of linguistic behaviour are related to social factors such as class, status, sex and role. To study Linguistics means learning about how language is put together and used; how it influences our social interaction and human behaviour in general. While Linguistics is not primarily about English, the programme does equip students with a thorough understanding of the English language, an essential skill for careers such as journalism.

English as a Second LanguageEnglish as a Second Language (ESLA) refers to the learning of academic English, in an English-speaking country, by people whose native language is not English. These papers will help students whose first language is not English improve the skills they need for university study.

Degrees


Bachelor of Communication Studies > p108


Linguistics can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Linguistics at Waikato, although the study of English or a foreign language is an advantage.

Other subjects that may interest youAnthropology, Computer Science, Education Studies, English, Languages, Management Communication, Philosophy.

PapersENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE ESLA101 Academic Writing and ResearchThis paper provides students with the necessary written and research skills to learn and study effectively in university papers. It covers: research, style guidelines, referencing, techniques for approaching different genres of academic writing, techniques for structuring written work and examination approaches. It introduces students to the academic study culture of Western universities.

ESLA102 Academic Oral PresentationThis paper focuses on practical skills needed for speaking and listening effectively in university papers. It covers procedures for preparing and presenting the most common types of academic presentation, skills such as body language, eye contact, visual aids, and how to prepare for discussion.

Linguistics is the scientifi c study of language and, given that language impinges on virtually everything we do, it is a broad and interesting subject.

www.waikato.ac.nz/ling

LINGUISTICSLING131 Describing LanguageThe structures and processes of language are studied in order to develop skills in the analysis and description of natural languages (e.g. English and Māori). No previous knowledge of a language other than English is required.

LING132 The Use of LanguageThis paper introduces that branch of linguistics which examines the way in which language is used as an expression of a speaker’s culture and social group, and considers how language varies according to social context.

LING133 Introduction to LatinThis paper provides an introduction to the structures and vocabulary of Classical Latin, with the goal of developing the ability to read easy texts.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers examine the history of the English language, languages of Europe, applied linguistics, language typology, language in society and skills-based second language teaching and learning.

P R O F E S S O R R A Y H A R L O W

Lecturer, General and

Applied Linguistics

The University of Waikato

Professor Ray Harlow has created

a career out of languages, words

and linguistics. He can converse in a

number of languages, was a founding

member of the Ma-ori Languages

Commission, and is actively involved in

language preservation initiatives.

At Waikato, you learn from the

world’s best.


Government Agencies

Language Schools

Secondary Schools

Translation Agencies


Education Research

Language Policy and Planning

Language School Management

Second Language Teaching

Writing and Journalism


MANAGEMENT COMMUNICATION

This subject provides a solid grounding in the skills, theory and practices of communication. It is structured in two streams; one focuses on writing and speaking skills; the other focuses on interaction skills, including interpersonal, inter-cultural and team-building skills, as well as on strategic organisational communication techniques.

The skills gained in Management Communication are an ideal starting point if you want to pursue a career as a communications or corporate manager, a negotiator, a public administrator, a political, community or business leader, or a writer.

Degrees



Management Communication can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Management Communication at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youEnglish, Linguistics, Marketing, Public Relations.

PapersMCOM102 Communication in a Digital AgeThis paper introduces students to critical communication competencies, concepts, and issues that they are likely to encounter during the course of their lives as citizens, communicating professionals, community members, and at-large participants in our highly mediated world. It does so by using the broad theme of ‘communication in a digital age’ to revisit age-old problems involved in developing thoughtful, effective, ethical, and socially significant communication practices and skills.

MCOM103 Journalism and Professional PracticesKnowledge of journalism has relevance for many career options, such as organisational communication, corporate communication and public relations. This paper provides an introduction to print and broadcast journalism and gives students practical opportunities to produce real news stories for telecast.

MCOM104 Business WritingThis paper provides you with the writing and communication skills, including the tools for analysis and argumentation, needed to write effective business documents.

www.mngt.waikato.ac.nz/mcom

In management, communication is the one discipline that underlies everything. To manage is to communicate.

MCOM133 Introduction to Corporate CommunicationThis paper offers an introduction to the field of corporate communication, and offers the chance to simulate what is involved in promoting a business. It focuses on generating ideas to produce a business as well as the creative elements of communication in workplaces. The paper also examines business ethics and sustainability in the context of corporate communication and the specific challenges posed for practice in New Zealand. Prerequisite: 14 credits at Level 3 in NCEA Classical Studies (including Achievement Standard 3.3), or English, or History (including Achievement Standard 3.5), or Media Studies, or Te Reo Māori, or CIE a minimum D pass at AS or A level in English Language, or Language and Literature English, or Literature in English.

MNGT100 Management and SustainabilityFor details see Strategic Management, page 94.

200 Level and Beyond200, 300 and 400 level papers examine communication theory, interpersonal communication, business communication, professional speaking and speech-writing, and managing conflict and consensus.


Communication Industries

Consultancy Firms

Government Organisations

Large Companies


Private Sector


Communication Manager/Consultant

Executive Manager

Freelance Writer

Political and Community Leader

Professional Negotiator/Mediator

Technical Writer

MANAGEMENT COMMUNICATION


MAORI

MA−ORI

It is impossible to truly understand New Zealand without understanding the influence of the tangata whenua (people of the land) in every area of New Zealand life, from language and the arts to politics, natural history and the law.

Māori studies is a broad subject that covers language, tikanga (culture), performing arts and economic, environmental, cultural and social developments as they pertain to Māori and other indigenous peoples.

Māori and Pacific DevelopmentMāori and Pacific Development provides students with a critical understanding of the field of development (activities that lead to the enhancement of a particular community’s well-being), and an introduction to some of the skills necessary for development practice. Māori and Pacific Development is a major for the Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Māori and Pacific Development (BMPD) and Bachelor of Social Sciences (BSocSc).

Māori Media and CommunicationMāori Media and Communication is about gaining an understanding of the historical, political, cultural and social contexts in which media and communication practices develop and operate. It provides the opportunity for students to gain particular in-depth understandings of traditional and contemporary forms of Māori communication through Māori media forms including the study of kapa haka, Māori art, Māori film making, the Treaty of Waitangi and other oral traditions. Māori Media and Communication is a major for the Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Bachelor of Communications Studies (BCS).

Te Reo Māori/Māori LanguageA programme in Te Reo Māori offers students the opportunity to study Māori language to a high level of competency. Te Reo Māori is a major for the Bachelor of Arts (BA) and the Bachelor of Māori and Pacific Development (BMPD).

The following specialisation is available:

Te Tohu Paetahi Te Tohu Paetahi is a programme for those students with a commitment to learning Māori who wish to complete a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Māori and Pacific Development (BMPD) degree taught through the medium of Te Reo Māori.

Tikanga Māori/Māori Cultural StudiesA programme in Tikanga Māori offers students the opportunity to study Māori cultural studies to a high level of competency. Tikanga Māori is a major for the Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Māori and Pacific Development (BMPD) and Bachelor of Social Sciences (BSocSc).

www.waikato.ac.nz/smpd

Māori culture and society make a rich and vibrant contribution to New Zealand’s distinctive character and culture.

Treaty of Waitangi Studies/Akoranga Te Tiriti o WaitangiThe Treaty of Waitangi is New Zealand’s founding document – seize the opportunity to learn, understand and make your own judgement on what the Treaty of Waitangi is all about. Treaty of Waitangi Studies cannot be taken as a major but can be taken as a supporting subject within most degrees.

Degrees



Bachelor of Ma > -ori and Pacific Development p122


Māori and Pacific Development, Māori Media and Communication, Te Reo Māori, and Tikanga Māori can also be taken as second majors or supporting subjects within most degrees.

School subjectsYou do not need to have studied Māori at secondary school to study it at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youHuman Development, Law, New Zealand Studies, Pacific Studies (see Anthropology), Psychology, Public Policy.



Iwi Authorities


Private Consultants

Schools and Research

Theatre Companies Institutions


Broadcasting and Journalism

Educationalist

Government Policy Analyst

International Development Practitioner

Iwi and Pacifi c Development

Māori Creative and Performing Arts

Research Consultant


PapersMĀORI AND PACIFIC DEVELOPMENTANTH102 The Contemporary Pacific: Societies in ChangeFor details see Anthropology, page 36.

ECON110 Economics, Media and Society For details see Economics, page 46.

MPDV100 Introduction to Development Studies This paper examines aspects of mainstream development theories and practices characteristic of the First World, and attempts to show how alternative world views from the Third and Fourth Worlds have produced new thinking and innovative shifts in development paradigms.

POLS105 People and Policy For details Political Science, page 81.

TIKA163 Te Ao Tawhito, Te Ao Hou: Introduction to Traditional and Contemporary Māori Society For details see Tikanga Māori below.

TIKA164 Mai Tuawhakarere ki te Ao Hurihuri: Introduction to Traditional and Contemporary Māori Society For details see Tikanga Māori below.

TTWA150 Te Tiriti o Waitangi: An Introduction to the Treaty of WaitangiFor details see Treaty of Waitangi Studies below.

MĀORI MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONMAOR100 Te Reo Māori me ōna Tikanga: The Māori Language and its Customs For details see Te Reo Māori below.

MMAC121 – Communication in Aotearoa/New Zealand For details see Tikanga Māori on the left.

TIKA163 Te Ao Tawhito, Te Ao Hou: Introduction to Traditional and Contemporary Māori SocietyFor details see Tikanga Māori on next page.

TTWA150 Te Tiriti o Waitangi: An Introduction to the Treaty of WaitangiFor details see Treaty of Waitangi Studies on next page.

TE REO MĀORI/MĀORI LANGUAGEMAOR100 Te Reo Māori me ōna Tikanga: The Māori Language and its CustomsThis paper is designed to introduce the student to basic Māori culture through elementary Māori language, and the Māori customs demonstrated by that language. Students will gain experience of Māori culture through the language learned. This paper also provides an introduction to further te reo and tikanga papers.

MAOR101 Te Reo Māori: Intermediate 1This paper focuses on developing competencies in language skills required in the communication of feelings, attitudes, emotions and points of view in different situations. The paper is for students who are either fluent speakers of Māori or whose language skills are at a reasonably high level.

MAOR110 Te Reo Māori: Intermediate 2This paper focuses on the development of the language and language skills required to communicate about rights, duties, obligations and responsibilities, building on the skills acquired in MAOR101.

MAOR111 Te Reo Māori: Introductory 1An introductory paper for students with little or no knowledge of the Māori language which provides basic everyday language, focusing on family relationships, numbers, time, shopping, talking about a trip and commands.

MAOR112 Te Reo Māori: Introductory 2This paper extends the language and communication skills developed in MAOR111 to include the language of mealtimes, using the telephone, describing a person, and attending a hui (meeting) at a marae.

MAOR155 Reading MāoriReading Māori equips students of subjects which involve sources written in Māori, to read such sources with accuracy and understanding.

MAOR180 ‘Ano’ai: Hawaiian Language StudiesThis paper introduces students to the Hawaiian language and the skills necessary to acquire a basic proficiency in the language, and an understanding of the Hawaiian culture in a linguistic context.

MAOR181 Ka ‘Olelo Hawai’i: Post-Beginners Hawaiian LanguageThis paper builds on the language, skills, and cultural knowledge acquired in MAOR180, extending the students’ repertoire of Hawaiian vocabulary and sentence structure and developing competence in the production of language both orally and in written form.

TIKANGA MĀORI /MĀORI CULTURAL STUDIESCOMP124 He Tomokanga ki te Ao Rorohiko For details see Computer Science, page 43.

MAOR100 Te Reo Māori me ōna Tikanga: The Māori Language and its Customs For details see Te Reo Māori above.

MMAC121 – Communication in Aotearoa/New Zealand This paper examines the cultural contexts of communication in Aotearoa/New Zealand. It explores Western and Māori models of business and communication and the challenges these pose for communication professionals.

MPDV100 – Introduction to Development Studies For details see Māori and Pacific Development above.

TIKA151 – Te Raranga Kete: Introduction to Māori Fibre Art An introduction to theoretical and practical components of weaving kete (basket). Students learn to weave kete and critically examine traditional techniques, along with modern-day applications.

TIKA153 Mahi Whakaari Hou: Performing Arts – A Contemporary PerspectiveThis is an introduction to the contemporary development of Māori song and dance. Content will include performance, movement, voice, choreography and research methodologies.

MAORI


TIKA157 Mahi Whakaari Tawhito: Performing Arts – An Ancient PerspectiveThis is an introduction to Māori performing arts and Māori creation stories and history focusing on movement, sound, intent and light with some exploration of ancient Māori music, art, literature and theatre. This paper will introduce the historical development, application and significance of ancient Māori song and dance within an evolving Māori culture. Students will research ancient Māori epistemologies and incorporate learned ancient elements into their own created piece for performance.

TIKA163 Te Ao Tawhito, Te Ao Hou: Introduction to Traditional and Contemporary Māori SocietyA study of Māori myths and traditions, kinship, social organisation and customs with comparisons of traditional and contemporary Māori society, noting changes and adaptations in the cultural context.

TIKA164 Mai Tuawhakarere ki te Ao Hurihuri: Introduction to Traditional and Contemporary Māori SocietyA introduction to Māori customs, practices and rituals, from pre European contact to today. This paper investigates the dynamism of Māori cultural, socio-economic, political and spiritual values.

TTWA150 Te Tiriti o Waitangi: An Introduction to the Treaty of WaitangiFor details see Treaty of Waitangi Studies below.

TREATY OF WAITANGI STUDIES/AKORANGA TE TIRITI O WAITANGIMAOR100 Te Reo Māori me ōna Tikanga: The Māori Language and its Customs For details see Te Reo Māori on previous page.

MMAC121 Communication in Aotearoa/New Zealand For details see Tikanga Māori on previous page.

TIKA163 Te Ao Tawhito, Te Ao Hou: Introduction to Traditional and Contemporary Māori Society For details see Tikanga Māori above.

TIKA164 Mai Tuawhakarere ki te Ao Hurihuri: Introduction to Traditional and Contemporary Māori Society For details see Tikanga Māori above.

TTWA150 – Te Tiriti o Waitangi: An Introduction to the Treaty of WaitangiThis paper seeks to provide a sound understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. It reviews historical and contemporary interpretations and takes into account the interplay of contextual issues of the time.

200 LEVEL AND BEYOND200 and 300 level papers extend students’ language skills to advanced levels and further examine customs of traditional and contemporary Māori society in more detail. Students are also equipped with a critical understanding of development and development practice.

MAORI

MA−ORI CONTINUED


MARKETING

MARKETING

Marketing is all around us – in the television adverts we watch, on the websites we access, in the stores where we shop, in the brands we buy, the products we choose and so much more. Effective marketing provides us with the goods and services we want and need. Great marketing makes our lives better by responsibly providing cultural, social, economic and environmental value.

This subject introduces students to the many dimensions of Marketing and demonstrates why it is much more than just selling or advertising. You’ll investigate product and service development and management, pricing, market research, advertising, sales promotion, distribution and many other related areas.

In the large practical component you’ll apply marketing theory to real promotional communication. A unique aspect of Marketing at Waikato is the emphasis on sustainable business – the simultaneous focus on business profits and environmental values.

Degrees



Marketing can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Marketing at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youHuman Development, Management Communication, Psychology, Public Relations, Screen and Media Studies.

PapersMKTG151 Introduction to Marketing and International Management Marketing affects many aspects of our lives. This paper introduces the study of marketing by discussing key marketing concepts, including international aspects that impact our experiences as consumers of goods and services.

200 Level and Beyond200, 300 and 400 level papers examine marketing strategy, electronic retailing, market research, consumer behaviour, retail management and professional selling.

www.mngt.waikato.ac.nz/mktg

Beyond advertising, marketing affects the products that are available to us, what we see, where we travel, and what we do in our leisure time.

M A R K E T I N G T R A D E S H O W

Put the ‘four p’s’ into practice. In their first and second years, students work in

teams to create a new product and put it through the marketing processes of price,

packaging, placement and promotion.


Advertising Agencies

Large Domestic and International Companies

Market Research Organisations

Retail, Service and Manufacturing Companies


Advertising Account Executive

Brand Manager

Marketing Manager

Market Researcher

Product Manager

Sales Manager


MATERIALSANDPROCESING

MATERIALS AND PROCESSING

Processing our raw materials and commodity goods more effectively is important to New Zealand’s continuing economic welfare. We need to develop products that have significant value in world markets. To do this, we need to understand fully the properties of materials as diverse as food, wood, metals, plastics and fuel. We then need to know how to use this knowledge to design, manufacture and process these materials into high-value products such as dietary formula, ceramics that can withstand high temperatures, titanium alloys, pharmaceuticals, laminated boards and functional proteins. We also need to understand the properties of these high-value products and how they will interact with their environment, whether it be within the body or in the atmosphere.

This discipline serves industrial and other activities where material is undergoing a change, be it chemical, biochemical or physical. Process engineering involves knowing how to prepare feed materials, how to make reactions occur, separating and purifying products, controlling wastes, minimising energy usage, and ultimately adding value to the raw materials used to produce something useful to people. These skills form the basis for the majority of New Zealand’s export earnings.

Degrees


Materials and Process Engineering is a specialisation available with the Bachelor of Engineering, see left.



Materials and Processing can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsNCEA Level 3 Chemistry, Physics and one of Mathematics with Calculus, or Statistics with Modelling.

Other subjects that may interest youBiochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Electronic Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Software Engineering.

Materials and Processing is concerned with all the processes and activities of converting raw and commodity materials into valuable products for manufacturers or the end consumer.


PapersMATERIALS AND PROCESSINGENGG180 Foundations of EngineeringAn introduction to engineering analysis and design and the engineering profession. Topics include: the skills of a successful engineer, the nature of design and the design process, fundamental laws for engineering analysis, accounting principles applied to mass, energy, charge, momentum and money, as well as design-build-test experience. This paper is also a requirement for Materials and Processing Engineering.

ENMP102 Introduction to Materials Science and EngineeringAn introduction to the basic laws and concepts of materials science. Topics include: relation of the structure of solids to the physical and mechanical properties of materials and uses of different type of materials. This paper is also a requirement for Materials and Processing Engineering.

MATERIALS AND PROCESS ENGINEERINGCHEM101 Chemical ConceptsFor details see Chemistry, page. 41






200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers cover a range of topics such as environmental technology, technological innovation and its management, biotechnology, materials performance, and mechanical engineering design.



Environmental Industries

Food and Dairy Industries

Iron and Steel Manufacturing

Petrochemical and Plastics Industry

Pulp, Paper and Wood Industries


Biotechnologist

Composite Engineer

Manager

Materials Scientist

Process Engineer

Product Developer


MATHEMATICS

MATHEMATICS

www.math.waikato.ac.nz

A knowledge of mathematics is important in areas such as biology, chemistry, computer science, earth sciences, cryptography, economics, engineering, finance, modelling (including environmental modelling), operations research, physics, and statistics. There is also a well-known shortage of qualified mathematics teachers in New Zealand.

A graduate with a mathematics degree, or even with a strong mathematical component to his/her degree, is a valuable person in today’s world. Besides the knowledge and understanding of mathematics itself, such graduates have valuable analytical and problem-solving skills. They are more able to think logically and objectively.

Because of the vital role of mathematics in many disciplines, we provide papers not just for Mathematics majors, but for all students who need mathematical skills in their chosen area of study.

Students may choose to specialise in one of the following in conjunction with their Mathematics major:

Economics >Finance >

Able students should also consider the flexible double major options in Mathematics and Computer Science or Mathematics and Statistics, both of which provide excellent preparation for those wanting to use their mathematical skills in their future work, be it in industry or research.

Degrees




Mathematics can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsStudents should achieve at least 18 credits at Level 3 in at least one of NCEA Mathematics with Calculus and/or Statistics and Modelling. Those students intending to undertake only one of these two NCEA subjects are advised to choose Mathematics with Calculus if they plan to major in Mathematics or plan to study the paper MATH101 Introduction to Calculus. Students studying CIE should achieve at least a C pass in AS or A level Mathematics.

Other subjects that may interest youComputer Science, Economics, Finance, Physics, Statistics.

Mathematics is a subject of vital importance which underpins many activities of modern society.

PapersMATH101 Introduction to CalculusAn introduction to the fundamental techniques of calculus, including differentiation and integration for functions of one real variable. Prerequisite: 18 credits at Level 3 in NCEA Mathematics with Calculus, or Statistics and Modelling with some Calculus background, or CIE Mathematics a minimum C pass at AS or A level.

MATH102 Introduction to AlgebraA study of the fundamental techniques and applications of algebra including vector and matrix algebra, complex numbers, induction, and recursion. Prerequisite: 18 credits at Level 3 in NCEA Statistics and Modelling, or Mathematics with Calculus, or CIE Mathematics a minimum C pass at AS or A level.

MATH165 General Mathematics An introduction to algebra and calculus. Students passing this paper may then proceed to MATH101 and/or MATH102. Prerequisite: 18 credits at Level 2 in NCEA Mathematics, or CIE Mathematics a minimum C pass at AS level, or a D pass at A level.

MATH166 Management Mathematics This paper is an introduction to algebra and calculus with applications in management for students in Management or Social Sciences without NCEA Level 3 Mathematics who need a basic knowledge of algebra and calculus. Students who meet the prerequisites of MATH101 and/or MATH102 should take those papers instead.

MATH168 Preparatory MathematicsA paper intended for those who wish to improve their basic mathematical skills in order to apply them in other papers.

200 Level and Beyond200, 300 and 400 level papers consider more advanced topics, theory, and applications of mathematics such as multivariable calculus, linear algebra, abstract algebra, analysis, ordinary and partial differential equations, mechanics, mathematical modelling, computation, complex numbers, number theory, and fluid mechanics.


District/City Councils

Government Organisations e.g. Reserve Bank, Treasury, Ministry of Economic Development

Private Sector e.g. power companies, banks

Secondary Schools


Actuarial Trainee

Data Analyst

Financial Analyst

IT/Computing Analyst

Mathematical Modeller

Secondary School Teacher


MECHANICALENGINEERING

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

This programme combines papers in Mechanical Engineering, Science and Mathematics to give graduates a good balance between intellectual rigour and engineering practice. This prepares graduates typically for employment in industry and a wide range of other careers such as automotives, manufacturing, air-conditioning and refrigeration, and robotics.

Degrees


School subjectsNCEA Level 3 Chemistry, Physics and one of Mathematics with Calculus, or Statistics with Modelling.

Other subjects that may interest youBiochemical Engineering, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Materials and Process Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Software Engineering.

PapersCHEM101 Chemical ConceptsFor details see Chemistry, page 41.








200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers cover topics from Computer Science, Electronics, Mathematics, and Physics, including optoelectronics, high speed communications and options such as mechatronics. Economic and professional training elements are also included in this programme.


Mechanical Engineering uses mechanics and energy principles to design, research, develop and manufacture tools, engines, motors and other devices.


Agricultural Sector

Automotive Industries

Equipment Design and Manufacturing


Iron and Steel Manufacturing

Pulp and Paper Industry


Aeronautical Engineer

Automation Engineer

Equipment Prototype Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Optomechanical Engineer

Process Engineer

Project Manager


MUSIC

MUSIC

www.waikato.ac.nz/music

Our electro-acoustic stream allows for students to use the latest in computer music technology in their music production. Other streams include chamber music, Western music history, Māori musical instruments and composition.

Tuition in the Performance programme is offered in piano, violin, viola, cello, double bass, harpsichord, organ, classical guitar, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon and voice. Other instruments may be available on enquiry.

Degrees


Bachelor of Music > p124

Music can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsMusic at Year 12 or 13.

Other subjects that may interest youComputer Science, Languages, Screen and Media Studies, Theatre Studies, Tikanga Māori (see Māori).

PapersMAOR100 Te Reo Māori me ōna Tikanga: The Māori Language and its CustomsFor details see Māori, page 70.

MUSI100 Materials of MusicIntroductory training in the essential technical skills of classical music, including notation, harmony, counterpoint, score reading, sight-singing and keyboard skills.

MUSI112 Introduction to Western MusicAn introduction to Western Music, its history, ideas and techniques.

MUSI115 Composition 1The development of creative musical skills and techniques based on historical as well as contemporary art music idioms; melody writing; the art of song; thematic development; harmonic understanding; and counterpoint. Computer music technology will be used as a composition and publishing tool.

MUSI117 Musicianship 1Sight-reading, score-reading, keyboard skills, choral and aural training and general musicianship.

MUSI118 Performance Techniques 1The development of performance techniques on piano, organ, harpsichord, violin, viola, cello, bass, classical guitar, voice, flute, clarinet, oboe or bassoon.

MUSI119 Harmony and Counterpoint 1Study of harmony and counterpoint in the Western tradition using historical and contemporary models. Scores and sound files are realised using computer software.

We teach Western classical music from Baroque to Contemporary, through performance, composition and musical scholarship.

MUSI120 Performance 1This paper develops the fundamental techniques which enable you to perform proficiently in a public arena on your chosen instrument.

MUSI121 Chamber Music 1Practical experience and development in a variety of chamber music formations: sonata duo, piano duet, piano trio, string quartet and vocal ensemble, as well as orchestral and choral practice, and, for keyboard players, continuo and accompanying skills.

MUSI122 The Language of MusicThis paper assumes no previous knowledge of music. The approach taken to understanding the language of music is primarily aural, historical and critical.

MUSI140 Music and ComputersAn introduction to electro-acoustic music, the application of digital sounds and MIDI devices in a musical context.

MUSI150 New Zealand MusicAn illustrated survey of New Zealand music, including Māori, popular and Western classical.

TIKA153 Mahi Whakaari Hou: Performing Arts – A Contemporary PerspectiveFor details see Māori, page 70.

TIKA157 Mahi Whakkari Tawhito: Performing Arts – An Ancient PerspectiveFor details see Māori, page 70.

TIKA163 Te Ao Tawhito, Te Ao Ho: Introduction to Traditional and Contemporary Māori Society.For details see Māori, page 70.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers examine music and computers, New Zealand music, history and analysis of music, orchestration, composition, musicianship and performance.


Film-makers

Opera Companies

Professional Orchestras

Recording Studios

Retail Stores

Television and Film

Production Companies


Advertiser

Broadcaster

Composer

Digital Media Producer

Film Music Composer/Producer

Recording Artist


NEWZEALANDSTUDIES/AKORANGAAOTEAROA

NEW ZEALAND STUDIES/AKORANGA AOTEAROA

Broadly focused on New Zealand’s people, history and literature, New Zealand Studies/Akoranga Aotearoa equips graduates with a sound working knowledge of the Māori language and customs, New Zealand music, film and theatre, classic and contemporary New Zealand literature, and the history of Aotearoa/New Zealand.

Graduates with a multi-layered understanding of modern New Zealand with all its complexities will be more marketable. New Zealand Studies/Akoranga Aotearoa is particularly important for graduates moving into education (especially when New Zealand Studies is taken in conjunction with a “teaching” subject), iwi development, tourism, research and writing (especially when paired with English or History), law (especially when a BA in New Zealand Studies is taken in conjunction with a Law degree), governmental and non-governmental organisations, journalism, and trade consultancy.

Degrees


New Zealand Studies can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study New Zealand Studies at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youAnthropology, English, History, Law, Māori and Pacific Development, Music, Political Science, Public Policy, Screenand Media Studies, Theatre Studies, Treaty of Waitangi Studies (see Māori).

PapersASIA102 Asia and New ZealandA broad but critical introduction to the interaction between New Zealand and the countries of Asia.

ENGL105 New Zealand Literature For details see English, page 53.

HIST107 New Zealand Histories: Fresh Perspectives For details see History, page 59.

MAOR100 Te Reo Māori me ōna Tikanga: The Māori Language and its CustomsFor details see Māori, page 70.

MAOR111 Te Reo Māori: Introductory 1For details see Māori, page 70.

MAOR112 Te Reo Māori: Introductory 2For details see Māori, page 70.

MUSI150 New Zealand Music For details see Music, page 77.

New Zealand Studies/Akoranga Aotearoa is a multi-disciplinary humanities-based programme which turns New Zealand itself into the object of study.

www.waikato.ac.nz/nzstudies/

TIKA151 Te Raranga Kete: Introduction to Māori Fibre ArtsFor details see Māori, page 70.

TIKA153 Mahi Whakaari Hou: Performing Arts – A Contemporary Perspective For details see Māori, page 70.

TIKA157 Mahi Whakaari Tawhito: Performing Arts – An Ancient Perspective For details see Māori, page 70.

TIKA163 Te Ao Tawhito, Te Ao Hou: Introduction to Traditional and Contemporary Māori SocietyFor details see Māori, page 70.

TTWA150 Te Tiriti o Waitangi: An Introduction to the Treaty of WaitangiFor details see Māori, page 70.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers address issues of media and literature, iwi and regional history, and customs of traditional and contemporary Māori society. In their third year of study, students examine questions of local identity as they arise in life writings by and about New Zealanders, and must complete a substantial biographical profile of a prominent living New Zealander.


Education Providers

Government

Iwi Organisations

Media Organisations



Tourism Industry


Iwi Development

Policy Development and Analysis

Research and Writing

Teaching

Tourism

Trade Consultancy


PHILOSOPHY

PHILOSOPHY

www.waikato.ac.nz/philosophy/

Philosophy includes ethical problems, problems about science, logical problems and problems about the nature of reality.

It asks questions such as:

What is truth?

What is reality, and are there limits to our knowledge of it?

What is the mind?

What is good?

The study of Philosophy provides excellent intellectual training, dealing with abstract questions, teaching how to learn, think and write clearly, to argue vigorously and question deeply held assumptions.

Degrees



Philosophy can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Philosophy at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youAnthropology, Economics, English, Geography, History, Human Development, Languages, Law, Political Science, Psychology, Screen and Media Studies, Sociology.

Philosophy is about solving problems that confront us as we try to understand the world.


Government Departments and Ministries

Private Consultancies

Publishing Companies


Business Consultant

Editor


Health Policy Adviser

Policy Analyst

Public Relations Practitioner

PapersPHIL102 Introduction to LogicAn easy introduction to formal logic comprising an explanation of key concepts such as validity and proof, and an introduction to propositional and predicate logic.

PHIL103 Critical ReasoningThis paper helps students to engage critically with the sorts of arguments encountered both inside and outside the University.

PHIL106 Social and Moral PhilosophyA study of key concepts in areas of Applied Ethics including abortion, euthanasia, health care, children’s rights, pornography, justice, environmental issues, religion and ethics, and other issues.

PHIL150 The Big Questions: An Introduction to PhilosophyAn introduction to philosophical problems in the areas of knowledge and mind, value theory, metaphysics and religion.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers examine language and communication, science, minds and machines, moral and political philosophy, environment, media, and work ethics, logic and reality.


PHYSICS

PHYSICS

Physics is the most fundamental science. It involves understanding the basic principles by which all things in the universe exist and operate. Therefore physics is the foundation of other scientific disciplines. It is also the natural basis of all the technology disciplines such as electronics, engineering and computer science which were pioneered by physicists.

The most famous scientists, such as Einstein and Newton, were physicists. Physicists are versed in mathematics, computer programming, and the design of complex instruments. As such, they are among the most versatile scientists, able to easily cross boundaries into other disciplines such as chemistry, biology, medicine, earth and planetary sciences. For example, there are biophysicists, geophysicists, astrophysicists and neurophysicists.

Physics papers are organised into theoretical, experimental and electronics subject areas. Electronic engineering is the technology of most interest to our subject and includes the theory, design and construction of electronic devices, instruments and systems.

Degrees



Physics can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsPhysics at NCEA Level 2 or 3.

Other subjects that may interest youComputer Science, Electronics, Engineering, Mathematics.

www.phys.waikato.ac.nz

Physics aims to understand the entire physical world, from the sub-atomic to the cosmological.



Electrotechnology Industry

Government Agencies

Health and Medical Research Industries



Applications Engineer

Avionics Engineer

Electronics Engineer

Medical Physicist

Meteorologist

Satellite Information Processor

PapersENEL111 Introduction to ElectronicsFor details see Electronics, page 51.

MATH101 Introduction to CalculusAn introduction to the fundamental techniques of calculus, including differentiation and integration for functions of one real variable. Prerequisite: 18 credits at Level 3 in NCEA Mathematics with Calculus, or Statistics and Modelling with some Calculus background, or CIE Mathematics a minimum C pass at AS or A level.

PHYS103 Physics for Scientists and Engineers 1An introduction to physics suitable for scientists and engineers. Applications of physics to the real world will be emphasised. Topics include: mechanics, dynamics, oscillations, waves, sound, light, and electric and magnetic forces. This paper includes a compulsory laboratory component. Prerequisite: 14 credits at Level 3 in NCEA Physics, or CIE Physics with a minimum D pass at AS or A level.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers examine topics such as biophysics, quantum physics, and experimental physics and instrumentation.


POLITICAL SCIENCE

POLITICAL SCIENCE

www.waikato.ac.nz/politics

Political Science asks questions such as:

Why do some crises lead to conflict while others are resolved peacefully?

What lessons can we draw from the politics of other countries?

How should we deal with the growing international environmental crisis?

Why does democracy survive in some countries and not in others?

Can we have freedom and equality – or must we choose between them?

Political Science is versatile. It can lead to career opportunities in central or local government, in politics, the media, education, industry, business, labour organisations and social services.


International Relations and Security StudiesThis specialisation enables students to develop a particular knowledge of international relations and security theory, and relevant contemporary events.

Degrees



Political Science can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Political Science at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youAnthropology, Economics, History, Geography, Law, Philosophy, Social Policy.

PapersPOLS100 Playing Politics: Conflict, Co-operation and ChoiceThis introduction to the study of politics discusses anarchy, conflict and cooperation, rational choice, collective action, power and voting. Students will play various games drawn from Michael Laver’s Playing Politics.

POLS103 International RelationsA historical introduction to the major themes and issues of international relations. Students gain an understanding of current issues and their likely impact on future events.

POLS104 Conflicts and Crises in the Middle East and AsiaAn introduction to the major crises and conflicts in the Middle East and Asia.

In Political Science we study all aspects of political life, in New Zealand and overseas.

POLS105 People and PolicyPolicy makes a difference to people’s lives. This paper explores how governments make decisions, and introduces students to some of the most important issues of the day, including immigration, the environment, child poverty and welfare. Students learn critical skills in analysing arguments about these and other policy topics.

POLS108 Political Life in the Ancient World: Citizens, Slaves and EmperorsThis paper introduces students to the theory and practice of politics at the dawn of Western civilisation. Topics include Athenian democracy, Roman republicanism and the political theories of Plato, Aristotle, and Stoicism.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers examine international relations, politics and the media, security, political ideas, global environmental politics and policy, politics and violence, political systems around the world, war and religion.



International and Non-governmental Organisations

Media Organisations

Overseas Aid Agencies

Research Organisations

Universities


Advocate

Central and Local Government Offi cer

Foreign Affairs and Trade Worker

Māori Development Policy Adviser

Media Analyst

Policy Analyst


POPULATION STUDIES

POPULATION STUDIES

Understanding a population is vital for planning for the future. In Population Studies, students study a broad range of subjects including social sciences, economics and geography. There is a large research component and individual researchers study populations in India, Africa, Europe, the Indian Ocean, the South Pacific and a range of themes, including mortality, social policy, fertility, migration, families and households, labour force and income.

Degrees


Population Studies can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Population Studies at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youEconomics, Education Studies, Labour Studies, Political Science, Social Policy, Sociology.

PapersECON100 Business Economics and the New Zealand EconomyFor details see Economics, page 46.

GEOG101 People and Place: Introduction to Social and Cultural GeographyFor details see Geography, page 58.



www.waikato.ac.nz/demogandpopstud

Our Population Studies programme has a social policy focus, which includes studying population trends, family structures, fertility and family formation, labour force and employment.


Government

International Policy Agencies



Government and Local Body Administrator

Health Sector Analyst

Merchant Banker

Policy Analyst

Social Sciences Researcher

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers examine microeconomics and business economics, contemporary cultural geographies, information technology and cartography, social policy and social issues, research in human geography, gender, place and culture.


PSYCHOLOGY

PSYCHOLOGY

www.waikato.ac.nz/psychology/

As a social science, Psychology focuses on individuals and groups in society. As a behavioural science, it examines how behaviour is learned and can be changed. As a biological science, it studies the senses (hearing, vision, touch) and how they relate to behaviour. As a cognitive science, Psychology studies perception, attention, memory, thinking, and language understanding. The study of human development, personality, learning and motivation are also part of Psychology.

Clinical psychologists work to understand and treat a range of emotional and mental health problems. You will need to study beyond undergraduate level if you are interested in a career in clinical psychology.


Psychology and ManagementPsychology and Management is an undergraduate specialised programme of study linking a Psychology major with key papers within Waikato Management School, preparing students to apply psychology in business as well as not-for-profit organisational settings.

Degrees




Psychology can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Psychology at Waikato, although mathematics, English or biology could be an advantage.

Other subjects that may interest youAnthropology, Biological Sciences, Computer Science, Education, Geography, Human Resource Management, Philosophy, Political Science, Sociology, Human Development.

Psychology is the study of behaviour. It is a broad subject that encompasses many different sciences.

PapersPSYC102 Social and Developmental PsychologyAn overview of psychological research and development of the person as a social being and of the interaction between the individual and the groups, communities and global society to which we all belong.

PSYC103 General and Experimental PsychologyA study of the processes of learning, perception and cognition, the biological basis of behaviour, and the applied nature of psychological testing and clinical psychology. There is also a basic statistics component.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers examine applied social psychology, behaviour analysis, clinical psychology, community psychology, health and mental health services, organisational psychology and research.

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Community Agencies


Hospitals

Private Organisations/Businesses

Schools


Behaviour Analyst

Clinical or Community Psychologist

Community Programme Coordinator

Human Resource Adviser

Private Practitioner

Research Scientist


PUBLIC POLICY

PUBLIC POLICY

Government decisions influence people’s personal and professional lives on a daily basis. They affect the price of housing, clothes, food, transport and water. They determine the types of jobs people do, how much they are paid and where they live.

The study of Public Policy equips students with the ability to understand and interpret current affairs, deal with government in their future profession or business, work within government, and work for groups that lobby government.

Public Policy at Waikato is an interdisciplinary major that explores and evaluates the processes by which national, regional, and local institutions of the state formulate and implement policies.

This subject is made up of papers from Political Science, Economics, and Social Policy. Students taking Public Policy often take other papers in Sociology, Law, Economics, and management subjects, and can work towards jobs in areas such as central and local government, foreign affairs or Māori development.

Degrees


Public Policy can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Public Policy at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youPsychology, Economics, Environmental Planning, History, Law, Management subjects (e.g. Finance), Sociology.

www.waikato.ac.nz/politics

Public Policy is more than the study of government. It looks at how governments, non-profi t organisations, and even individuals and businesses address issues of public concern.


City and Regional Councils

District Health Boards

Government Ministries

Non-government Organisations

Research Institutes and Think-tanks



Foreign Policy Advisor

Health Sector Analyst

Justice

Māori Development Policy Advisor

Policy Analyst and Planner

PapersECON100 Business Economics and the New Zealand EconomyFor details see Economics, page 46.

ECON110 Economics and SocietyFor details see Economics, page 46.

POLS100 Playing Politics: Conflict, Co-operation and ChoiceFor details see Political Science, page 81.

POLS105 People and PolicyFor details see Political Science, page 81.


200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers examine macroeconomics, the global economy, labour market structures and policies, economics, law and policy, environmental planning, politics and the media, political systems around the world, and international perspectives.


PUBLICRELATIONS

PUBLIC RELATIONS

www.mngt.waikato.ac.nz/mcom

Public relations activities involve more than writing press releases. PR people advise senior managers on the public implications of business decisions, how to listen to their stakeholders and how to act on what they hear. PR uses a variety of channels to convey messages and achieve business goals, including media relations, government relations, community relations and investor relations. Strong PR skills are as important to an organisation like Greenpeace as they are to a local council or an international bank.

Areas of PR include crisis and issues management, event management, sponsorship and fundraising, employee relations, and public affairs.

Studying Public Relations provides the theoretical knowledge and practical and analytical skills required for a great career in PR. It also builds strong written and presentation skills. In your study of Public Relations, you’ll create PR campaigns, work with the media, and write and present a variety of texts.

Degrees



Public Relations can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Public Relations at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youEnglish, Management Communication, Marketing, Screen and Media Studies.

PapersStudents interested in Public Relations study a combination of management and people-related papers in their first year, before going on to specialised study.

200 Level and Beyond200, 300 and 400 level papers examine public relations practices, media, advertising, communication and creativity, professional and public relations writing, negotiation and persuasion.

Public Relations is the business of relationships. Public relations or PR involves two-way communication between an organisation and the groups and individuals they deal with. It requires listening to the constituencies on which an organisation depends as well as analysing and understanding the attitudes and behaviours of those audiences.

P R I N P R A C T I C E

Each year the Chesterman Group Public Relations Campaign Award is hotly

contested by teams of final-year PR students who develop and present a publicity

strategy for a real organisation.


Corporations

Government


Public Relations Firms


Events Manager

Internal Communications Manager

Media Adviser

Professional Fundraiser

Public Affairs Manager

Public Relations Consultant


RELIGIOUS STUDIES

RELIGIOUS STUDIES

Most people have experienced, to a greater or lesser degree, the influence of religious thinking, religious practices and institutions. Religion continues to be a significant, if not major, factor in the shaping of people’s lives and in determining political and social outcomes. To study religion is to gain a broader understanding of human history and a deeper understanding of human life.

Students who take Religious Studies approach the investigation of world religions critically but with empathy. Religious Studies helps cultivate a greater sensitivity to the complexity and diversity of varying beliefs and practices in an increasingly international, multicultural and global environment. Studying this subject will help develop a student’s capacity for critical thinking, sound argument and informed understanding.

Degrees


Religious Studies can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Religious Studies at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youAnthropology, Education Studies, English, History, Languages, Law, Philosophy, Politics, Psychology, Science, Sociology.

PapersRELS101 Religion TodayAn introduction to the contemporary study of religion and the exploration of select major world religions.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers examine Christian belief and ideology, Eastern spiritualities, magic, religion and ritual, philosophy of religion, war and religion, and contemporary issues in religion.

www.waikato.ac.nz/religiousstudies/

Religion has and will continue to have a deep impact on the world. As well as motivating individuals, religion infl uences national and international issues, sometimes radically. At the same time, social, cultural and political decisions affect the practice of religion and religious beliefs.


International Trade and Tourism Companies

Media Organisations

Religious and Educational Organisations


Civil Celebrant

Counsellor or Therapist

International Manager

International Relations Adviser or Diplomat

Religious Minister


SCREEN AND MEDIA STUDIES

SCREEN AND MEDIA STUDIES

www.waikato.ac.nz/film

Options include film studies, creative industries, video art, media policy, audience research, games, animation, media and religion, new media and democracy, and arts administration. Graduates develop employer-valued skills in research, analysis, communication and critical thinking.

Screen and Media Studies develops valuable skills and understanding for citizens and professionals in a media-saturated world. Students combine training in critical thinking with instruction in how the media are made, focusing on the relations between the local and the global, and the origins and future directions of contemporary media, including cinema, broadcasting, news media and emerging technologies.

Students who have been successful in Screen and Media Studies have become independent learners capable of designing and carrying out their own creative and research projects. Screen and Media Studies is a major for the Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Media Studies is a major for the Bachelor of Communication Studies (BCS).

Degrees

Bachelor of Arts (Screen and Media Studies) > p104

Bachelor of Communication Studies (Media Studies) > p108

Media Studies, and Screen and Media Studies can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsYou do not need to have studied Media Studies at secondary school to study it at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youEducation, English, Geography, Māori, Marketing, Music, Political Science, Psychology, Public Relations, Theatre Studies.

PapersENGL112 From Page to Screen: Literature as Text and FilmFor details see English, page 53.

HIST145 History on FilmFor details see History, page 59.

MUSI140 Music and ComputersFor details see Music, page 77.

SMST101 Screen Studies 1: The Moving ImageBy exploring the construction and interpretation of screen-based media, learners develop their understanding of the symbolic power of moving images in contemporary society, including cinema, TV, and new digital forms.

Screen and Media Studies integrates hands-on creative work and the intellectual challenge of critical thinking.

SMST102 The Media and Society 1Learners explore key concepts for understanding their own media use and for critically examining the production, distribution and reception of contemporary media, including print, film, broadcasting, games and online media.

SMST112 Video Production 1In a fast-paced intensive learning experience that introduces the craft of video production, learners explore the use of cameras, lighting and sound, and techniques of digital video and audio editing.

SMST120 The Creative IndustriesThis paper explores, in both a theoretical and practical manner, the relationships between business, the arts, culture and communication in the context of creativity, innovation and knowledge management.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers examine screen music composition, media ethics, media and society, small studio production, digital cultures, world media, the documentary screen, and spirituality and culture.


Creative Industries

Educational Institutions

Local and Government Bodies

Media Production/Information Industries

Public Relations

Publishing


Business and Commerce Worker

Journalist

Marketing Practitioner


Scriptwriter

Teacher

Jobs yet to be created in digital media production


SOCIAL POLICY

SOCIAL POLICY

Social Policy deals with issues that affect people and society. It examines the policies and practices of government and non-governmental agencies and the impact of these on communities. Students taking this subject develop a critical understanding of the way planning and policy-making impacts on every person regardless of age, ethnicity or gender.

Anyone studying Social Policy will find the subject matter all around them – how families and friends arrange their lives; how cities and regions organise welfare provision such as hospitals and schools; how societies respond to poverty and unemployment.

Studying Social Policy involves examining everyday problems and popular debate, in order to understand better why social problems arise and to investigate and evaluate different ways of responding to such problems.

Degrees


Social Policy can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Social Policy at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youAnthropology, Education Studies, Labour Studies, Law, Māori and Pacific Development (see Māori), Political Science, Population Studies, Psychology, Sociology, Women’s and Gender Studies.

PapersECON110 Economics and SocietyFor details see Economics, page 46.

HDCO100 Human DevelopmentFor details see Human Development, page 61.

PHIL106 Social and Moral PhilosophyFor details see Philosophy, page 79.

POLS105 People and PolicyFor details see Political Science, page 81.

SOCP102 Introduction to Social PolicyThis paper provides a definition of social policy and introduces students to some of the important issues and debates in New Zealand and other democratic societies. The paper will include presentations by guest speakers who are active in implementing social policies in our community.

www.waikato.ac.nz/socialpolicy/

Do you want to have infl uence in making social policy? Then this is the programme for you.


200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers examine deviance and crime, employment relations in New Zealand, labour market structures and policy, policy issues, population studies, social issues and social policy, workers’ education and training.


Advocacy Groups

Government Social Policy Agencies


Tertiary Education Institutions

Voluntary and Community Agencies


Advocate

Case Manager

Community Worker

Policy Analyst

Researcher


SOCIAL WORK

SOCIAL WORK

Social Work is a valuable and necessary profession in our society, particularly as society grows increasingly complex.

It is a caring response to helping people overcome, adjust or change social circumstances and function within society with as much ease as possible. Social justice and human rights principles are fundamental to social work practice in assisting the improvement of social functioning and social well-being.

Social and Community Workers work with individuals, families, whānau, groups, schools and communities, especially with disadvantaged members of society, for whom they may provide advocacy and other skills and services. It is also important that as a profession, social workers have a capacity to carry out research and build a foundation of knowledge to further work in the field, as well as the capacity to analyse, influence and, when necessary, challenge social policies. Graduates of the BSW will be equipped with these skills and abilities and more.

Degrees

Bachelor of Social Work > p132

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Social Work at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youEthics, Human Development, Māori and Pacific Development, Psychology, Social Policy, Sociology, Women’s and Gender Studies.

PapersHDCO100 Human DevelopmentFor full details see Human Development, page 61.

PHIL103 Critical ReasoningFor details see Philosophy, page 79.

PSYC102 Social and Developmental PsychologyFor details see Psychology, page 83.


SOCW101 Introduction to the Social Work ProfessionThis paper provides students with an opportunity to examine the history and purpose of social work practice internationally, locally, and in the context of Māori and Western traditions. Social work practice will be evaluated as a tool for social change and social control.

SOCW102 Introduction to Social Work TheoryThis paper provides students with an introduction to major traditions in social work theory that inform and guide social work interventions, including systems, behavioural, psychodynamic and feminist theories, and Māori models of practice.

www.waikato.ac.nz/social-work/


TTWA150 Te Tiriti o Waitangi: An Introduction to the Treaty of WaitangiFor full details see Māori, page 70.

200 Level and Beyond200, 300 and 400 level papers specialise in social policy and social issues, family, social work approaches and decision making, social science research, community development, social justice, and bicultural and multicultural social work practices. Placement in a work environment is also an essential component of the BSW and students develop practical experience through work placements in a social service agency in their third and fourth year of study.


Child Protection Services

Child, Youth and Family

Disability Services

District Health Boards

Government Agencies

Other Community Organisations

Probation Services

Trusts


Case Manager

Community Worker

Policy Analyst

Researcher

Social Worker

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SOCIOLOGY

SOCIOLOGY

www.waikato.ac.nz/sociology/

Sociologists ask questions about society, challenging what is normally taken for granted.

How have you acquired your beliefs and values?

How have they differed from the beliefs others hold?

Why is there inequality in society?

Who decides what is acceptable behaviour and what is deviant?

Who decides what we should learn at school and watch on TV?

Why do some crimes attract more attention than others?

Sociology is important for resolving social problems and bringing about social reform.

Social Science ResearchSocial Science Research teaches the principles of effective design of social science research projects with both quantitative and qualitative approaches, the main issues relating to the collection and analysis of information for social research purposes, the principles of effective research reporting, and important philosophical, theoretical and ethical issues in social science research. It is offered as a supporting subject. For more details, contact your Faculty or School of Studies.

Degrees


Sociology can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Sociology at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youAnthropology, Economics, Education Studies, Human Development, Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management, Labour Studies, Political Science, Population Studies, Psychology, Social Policy, Women’s and Gender Studies.

Sociology is the study of society: that is, how people organise and participate in groups and larger social structures, and how societies change.

PapersSOCP102 Introduction to Social PolicyFor details see Social Policy, page 88.

SOCY101 Introduction to SociologyThis paper prepares students for further study in a range of social science subjects. The paper introduces the main sociology theories, concepts and practices that help students understand important aspects of modern societies, including family, gender roles, division of labour, globalisation, media representations, power relations, work and employment, health and illness, and the role played by social movements.

SOCY150 Sociology in PracticeThis paper introduces sociologists as practitioners, doing sociology in various community and workplace settings, using the discipline’s ideas and skills “in practice”, with tutorials, online resources and assessment designed to support “learning by doing” sociology at an introductory level.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers examine race and ethnicity, labour market structures, social policy and social issues, popular culture, the history of sociological thought, women, sex and gender, social inequality, contemporary social theory, and sociology of health and illness.


Community Agencies


Large or Medium-sized Private Sector Companies

Māori Trusts

Social Service Agencies


Heritage Presenter

Iwi Development Offi cer

Media or Social Commentator

Social Analyst

Social Researcher

Youth or Social Service Worker


SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

The Software Engineering programme at Waikato emphasises the software engineering process, formal methods for software engineering, and human-computer interaction. This means that, wherever possible, we develop and use processes that are demonstrably reliable, we use systematic techniques to test software systems, we work on formally proving that safety critical systems operate correctly under all possible operating conditions, and we place strong emphasis on the vitally important interface between critical, complex systems and the people who use them or are affected by them.

Graduates will be well-suited for all areas of employment that require development of high quality software that is possibly safety or mission critical.

Degrees


School subjectsNCEA Level 3 Mathematics with Calculus or Statistics with Modelling, plus two other approved subjects at Level 3.

Other subjects that may interest youComputer Science, Electronic Engineering, Electronics, Materials and Process Engineering, Mathematics.

PapersCHEM101 Chemical ConceptsFor details see Chemistry, page 41.


COMP134 Software Engineering 1For details see Computer Science, page 43.





Software engineering is the scientifi c, disciplined and quantifi able approach to developing, operating and maintaining complex software systems. These software systems include operating systems, networks, real-time and embedded systems, distributed and parallel systems, as well as engineering, scientifi c and business application software.




STAT121 Introduction to Statistical MethodsFor details see Statistics, page 93.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers cover not only the specialist areas to do with software, but also some of the more general concerns to which any engineer needs to pay attention. Topics include logic and computation, human-computer interaction, computer systems architecture and science and technology management. The final year project assimilates material taught in the earlier years with material from related disciplines such as electronics and industrial sources. It prepares students well for professional practice as well as continuing, or further, education and research.


Communication Industries

Computer Systems Design Industry

Consultancies

Electronic Equipment Manufacturers

Government Agencies

Software Publishers


Product Development Engineer

Programmer

Software Consultant

Software Developer

Systems Analyst


SPORT AND LEISURE STUDIES

SPORT AND LEISURE STUDIES


Sport and leisure activities don’t just happen – they require people with knowledge to lead them. While studying Sport and Leisure you will look at the way political, cultural, social and economic factors influence their meaning and nature. On the practical side, you have the chance to get inside sport and leisure organisations to examine their role in society and find out what makes them function. You also have the option of advancing your own practical skills by taking papers in subjects as diverse as adventure, dance and leadership.

Degrees

Bachelor of Sport and Leisure Studies > p134

Sport and Leisure Studies can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Sport and Leisure Studies at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youPublic Relations, Teaching, Tourism.

PapersALED100 Writing for University PurposesThis paper introduces the writing process: generating ideas; researching the topic; composing drafts; editing; register, tone, appropriate language; writing conventions; critical thinking; critical review, report and essay writing.

SPLS101 Social and Cultural Aspects of Sport and Leisure This foundation paper examines the socio-cultural dimension of sport and leisure by providing an introductory and comparative analysis of key social disciplines: sociology, philosophy, psychology and history. Students gain skills of critical thinking, written communication and argument construction.

SPLS102 Concepts of Sport and LeisureA study of the nature and meaning of sport and leisure; an overview of concepts; an examination of current trends, issues and practices; an historical perspective on leisure; and the significance of sport and leisure to the individual and society.

SPLS103 Physical Activity, Fitness and LifestyleAn introduction to the study of physical health, exercise and fitness.

SPLS104 Principles of Human MovementAn introduction to the principles and processes of learning, performing and analysing motor skills.

Sport and leisure are important in our everyday lives. How we defi ne them is constantly changing as society’s expectations change.

SPLS105 Dance as a Leisure ActivityThis paper provides practical experience with different styles of dance and an examination of how these are influenced by societal and cultural issues.

SPLS106 Physical Education: Principles and PracticesThrough practical involvement, students will examine issues in, through, and about movement in relation to current physical education practices. This paper includes a compulsory practical component.

SPLS107 Foundations of Physical EducationThis paper examines the historical, social, and political influences that have contributed to the development of physical education in New Zealand. This paper is designed to challenge our views and experiences of physical education, and includes a range of practical activities.

SPLS120 Leadership in Community Sporting OrganisationsAn introduction to concepts and context of leadership in sporting organisations.

TIKA153 Mahi Whakaari Hou: Performing Arts – A Contemporary PerspectiveFor details see Māori, page 70.

TIKA157 Mahi Whakaari Tawhito: Performing Arts – An Ancient PerspectiveFor details see Māori, page 70.

200 and 300 Level papers200 and 300 level papers include the psychology of sport and leisure, industry leadership, legal and policy issues, adventure programming, physical activity and disability, instructing, sports marketing, dance, and practical experience in the sport and leisure industry.


Adventure Tourism Providers

Commercial Fitness Sectors

Event Management

Local Authorities Consultants

National Sports Organisations

Non-profi t Sectors/Trusts

Schools


Community Sports Coordinator

Events Manager

Health Promoter

Outdoor Recreation Coordinator

Personal Trainer

Physical Education/Health Teacher

Sport Fitness Coordinator


STATISTICS

STATISTICS

The word statistics conjures up images of tables of numbers or graphs. However, statistics is much more than that – it is the science of collecting data and extracting information from that data.

Statistical analysis is used to make informed decisions in most areas of human endeavour, such as agriculture, industry and commerce, law, medicine, forestry, psychology, insurance and economics. More than that, an understanding of statistics is essential to critical thinking: it is a skill that is useful in everyday life. Studying Statistics makes you more aware of how data can be used and misused to persuade you to vote for a political party, to buy products, to form opinions on social issues, and many other everyday decisions.

People working in medicine, agriculture, manufacturing and government planning all rely on statistical data to make informed decisions. Statistics teaches us how to deal with variability and how to collect and use data so that we can make correct judgements. Without statistics we would have to resort to hunches or guesses. Students may major in Statistics or can take Statistics papers to strengthen other qualifications they may be studying.

Able students should also consider the flexible double major options in Statistics and Computer Science or Statistics and Mathematics, both of which provide excellent preparation for those wanting to use their statistical skills in their future work, be it in industry or research.

The following specialisation is available in conjunction with a Statistics major:

Economics >

Degrees


Statistics can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsMathematics at NCEA Level 2/3 or equivalent.

Other subjects that may interest youBiological Sciences, Computer Science, Economics, Finance, Marketing, Materials and Process Engineering, Mathematics, Psychology.

www.stats.waikato.ac.nz

Statistics is the science of collecting and interpreting data. Almost every facet of modern life relies on some application of statistics.

PapersSTAT111 Statistics for Science This proposed paper is under development and is expected to be available in 2010. It will be an introduction to Statistics designed especially for the needs of students in the School of Science and Engineering.

STAT121 Introduction to Statistical MethodsAn introduction to statistical data collection and analysis, covering a number of the statistical tools required for the effective use of data in research and practice. Topics include: general principles for statistical problem-solving; some practical examples of statistical inference; and the study of relationships between variables using regression analysis. Prerequisite: 18 credits at Level 2 in NCEA Mathematics, or 14 credits at Level 3 in NCEA Statistics and Modelling, or Mathematics with Calculus, or CIE Mathematics a minimum C pass at AS level or a D pass at A level.

STAT160 Management StatisticsAn introduction to statistical thinking and concepts for managers. This paper satisfies the core statistics requirement for the Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) degree. Topics include understanding variability, problem-solving methods, need for and use of data, statistical process control, sampling, estimation and confidence intervals, regression and correlation. Prerequisite: 14 credits at Level 3 in NCEA Statistics and Modelling, or Mathematics with Calculus, or CIE Mathematics a minimum D pass at AS or A level.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers include statistical data analysis, Bayesian statistics, design and analysis of experiments and surveys, and statistics for quality improvements.




Health Boards

Hospitals

Insurance and Banking Groups

Pharmaceutical Companies


Biometrics

Government Statistics

Industrial Statistics

Insurance and Finance

Market Research

Medical Statistics


STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT

STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT

www.mngt.waikato.ac.nz/shrm

Strategic Management students learn to identify sources of value from an organisation’s capabilities and the business landscape. You’ll learn about entrepreneurship and innovation and develop analytical and thinking skills as you study resources, industry trends, competitors and complementors. This subject considers the “total enterprise” to ensure all resources in an organisation are coordinated and managed effectively.

In the 300 level paper STMG391 Strategic Management, students work in teams to analyse a business issue and write and present a report on their suggested solution. Four teams present their recommendations to a panel of business experts in the Waikato Management School Case Competition – a popular public event.


Entrepreneurship and InnovationSuccess in e-commerce (EC) requires the right balance of innovation and business acumen. Budding EC entrepreneurs need more than technical know-how; they need to understand the global competitive environments and ways to minimise risk and ensure profitability. Strategic planning, alliances and networks are integral to success when competing in the world of e-business.

Degrees


Strategic Management can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Strategic Management at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youHuman Development, Human Resource Management, Management Communication, Psychology, Sociology.

PapersMNGT100 Management and SustainabilityThis paper looks at the nature and scope of sustainable development and the role of households, firms and governments in improving the quality of life for current and future generations.

STMG191 Introduction to ManagementThis paper provides an appreciation of management essentials and the role of managers in a contemporary context. Prerequisite: 14 credits at Level 3 in NCEA Classical Studies (including Achievement Standard 3.3), or English, or History (including Achievement Standard 3.5), or Te Reo Māori, or CIE a minimum D pass at AS or A level in English Language, or Language and Literature English, or Literature in English.

Imagine playing chess with money. Strategic management is about envisioning the future, fi nding opportunities and developing sound plans to see them through.

M A R K K I N G S F O R D

WMS BMS(Hons) Graduate

“The skills learnt in case competitions

stand you in good stead when

you’re out in the business world. The

competition gives students a great

opportunity to analyse an actual

business and decide on practical

strategies for growth – skills that are

used on a daily basis in the work we do.”


Consultancy Firms

Government Organisations

Large Companies

Self-employment


Business Consultant

Business Development Manager

Entrepreneur

Strategic Analyst/Manager

200 Level and Beyond200, 300 and 400 level papers examine navigating the competitive landscape, management technology and organisation, business, government and society, strategy for enterprise, strategic leadership, and entrepreneurship and innovation.


SUPPLYCHAINMANAGEMENT

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

The supply chain is the relationship between an organisation’s departments, external suppliers and customers. Supply chain managers are responsible for developing and maintaining an effective and profitable chain. To do this, organisations need to concentrate on their procurement, internal operations, logistics and distribution functions. In this major you’ll focus on these areas and learn how firms can reach beyond their borders to integrate with other entities in the chain. You’ll also gain a strong understanding of the information and web-based technologies that support effective supply chain management.

Degrees


Supply Chain Management can also be taken as a second majors or supporting subjects within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Supply Chain Management at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youComputer Science, Engineering, Electronic Business, Marketing.

PapersStudents interested in Supply Chain Management study a combination of management and people-related papers in their first year, before going on to specialised study.

200 Level and Beyond200, 300 and 400 level papers include project management, foundations of operations management, supply chain management, management of quality, managerial decision-making and electronic business start-ups.

From production line to store shelf, a practical understanding of how to effi ciently manage the resources of an organisation is invaluable.

www.mngt.waikato.ac.nz/mnss

P A U L C H I L D E R H O U S E

Associate Professor, Department of

Management Systems

The University of Waikato

“I’m like a doctor that checks the

health of companies; I look at a

business and prescribe measures to

bring weaker aspects up to strength.

My research is practical, I deal with

CEOs through to machine operators

and travel the country to gather data.

My teaching is about creating systems

for better quality and efficiency.”


Educational Institutions


International Companies

Manufacturing Organisations

Self-employment


Logistics Architect or Planner

Management Consultant

Production Manager

Quality Offi cer

Supply Chain Manager

Systems Developer


TEACHING

TEACHING

While most of the papers are compulsory, you do get the opportunity to strengthen a curriculum area or pursue an area of personal interest through option papers. Students’ practical experiences are a central focus of our programmes. During each year of study, you leave university to experience life in a school or early childhood centre where you practise and demonstrate developing skills, undertake observations, and carry out set tasks with children.

As a student teacher and teacher, you work with a diverse range of people and learn communication and management skills that are transferable. Teaching is not just limited to the classroom; instead, career options are wide and exciting – consider educational research, management training, counselling or teaching overseas.

Degrees

Bachelor of Teaching >

Early Childhood (Hamilton and Tauranga) >Early Childhood – Ki Taiao (Kaupapa Māori emphasis) >Primary (Hamilton and Tauranga) >Primary Mixed Media Presentation (distance) >Primary – Kākano Rua (Kaupapa Māori emphasis) >This programme can also be done with a Graduate Diploma (Te Reo) for those people who want to increase their te reo fluency.Primary Conjoint Programme (two degrees at once) >Secondary Conjoint Programme (two degrees at once) >

Bachelor of Education (Technology) >

Secondary >

Graduate Diploma of Teaching >(a one-year qualification for those who have a degree)

Early Childhood Mixed Media Presentation (distance) >Primary (Hamilton) >Secondary (Hamilton and Tauranga) >Secondary Mixed Media Presentation (distance) >Graduate Diploma of Teaching and Graduate Diploma >Engineering or Graduate Diploma Tourism and Hospitality Management A two-year programme for career changers with industry qualifications wanting to become teachers.

See page 136 for more information about teaching degrees at Waikato.


Waikato offers teaching qualifi cations that cover early childhood, primary and secondary education. They can be studied on site or online and with a specialisation in bilingual and immersion teaching.

H I N E P U A A WA I - B R O O K S

Degree: BTchg – Kākano Rua

Career: Teacher

Location: Waikato

Hine Puaawai says her mum always

knew she would be a teacher: “I was

always a bossy thing.” The truth is that

Hine Puaawai understands the rewards

of inspiring others and being inspired.

“I have seen how some of our kids have

been struggling. I really want to adapt

resources and teaching strategies and

contribute to my iwi.”

Scholarships are available to

assist students interested in

Māori Medium Teaching.


Schools and Early Childhood Services

Ministry of Education

Private Training Organisations


Educational and Teaching Roles

Instructional Roles in Government Services

Lecturing or Tutoring in Tertiary Institutions

Research or Further Study

Special Group Education Adviser

Staff Training Roles in Business

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Teaching at Waikato, although a strong foundation in language, literacy and numeracy is important.

Other subjects that may interest youEducation Studies, Human Development, Psychology and Sociology.


THEATRE STUDIES

THEATRE STUDIES

www.waikato.ac.nz/theatrestudies

Degrees


Theatre Studies can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject with most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Theatre Studies at Waikato. Students who have studied drama at school will find Theatre Studies continues their development in the dramatic arts.

Other subjects that may interest youEducation Studies, English, History, Languages, Management Communication, Music, Psychology, Screen and Media Studies, Sociology.

PapersHUMA101 Old Worlds – New WorldsFor details see English, page 53.

THST111 The Nature of Theatre 1A practical/theory paper consisting of two core topics: the language of theatre and the theatrical life of the text. Studies include the actor’s resources, performance spaces, voice and movement, and group improvisation.

THST112 The Nature of Theatre 2A practical/theory paper including the study of significant 20th century theatre practitioners. Topics include theatre and society, the theatre of the sub/supra-conscious, theatre beyond the play text, and practical work using modern/contemporary plays. Involves one weekend workshop.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers examine New Zealand theatre, theatre for schools and communities, plays in performance, play production, creating theatre and American theatre.

In Theatre Studies you learn about performance, the evolution of theatre and the creation of performance works. The study programme is a mixture of theory and practice. The practical papers focus on performance and the technical skills needed to create theatre and engage audiences, while the academic papers focus on performance traditions and expose students to the work of some of the world’s most challenging playwrights and theatre practitioners.

K Y L I E R E Y N O L D S

Degree: BA

Diploma: Secondary School Teaching

Job: Drama, English and

Dance Teacher

Location: Te Kuiti High School

“I enjoy the opportunity to pass on

the passion I have for the Arts and

to motivate students to achieve their

personal best. There is never a dull

moment and some days it doesn’t

even feel like work because I have

so much fun!”


Community Theatres

Creative New Zealand

Film Production Companies

Local Arts’ Councils

Secondary Schools


Actor

Arts Administrator

Director

Stage Manager

Teacher

Theatre Technician


TOURISM

TOURISM

Tourism Development Tourism has economic, political, social, cultural, ecological and environmental consequences. The Tourism Development major for the Bachelor of Tourism degree has core papers that examine the impacts of tourism, and includes social science papers in which you’ll explore the gender, ethnic, regional and environmental dimensions of tourism. Other optional papers cover environmental planning, impact assessment and geographical information systems.

Tourism ManagementTaken as a subject in either the BMS or BTour, this covers the management and structure of different tourism organisations as well as aspects of hospitality and leisure. You’ll learn about forecasting and planning, and come to understand tourist behaviours and the various impacts of tourism. Tourism Management is a major for the Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) and the Bachelor of Tourism (BTour).

Tourism Studies Tourism Studies focuses on the complex connections between tourism, society and the environment. It explores the fun side of tourism while discussing methods to reduce negative impacts. Students are taught to think carefully about tourism industries, the mixing of cultures, and how to achieve sustainable tourism. You’ll learn how people make destination and activity choices, how tourism increases cultural understanding, and the effect of films and other indirect promotional activities on tourism.

Degrees

Bachelor of Management Studies > p120(Tourism Management)

Bachelor of Social Sciences (Tourism Studies) > p130

Bachelor of Tourism (Tourism Development) > p138 (Tourism Management)

Tourism can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Tourism at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youGeography, Hospitality Management, Marketing, Public Relations, Sport and Leisure Studies.

PapersTOURISM DEVELOPMENTANTH102 New Zealand and the Pacific For details see Anthropology, page 36.

ECON100 Business Economics and the New Zealand Economy For details see Economics, page 46.

GEOG101 People and Place: Introduction to Social and Cultural Geography.For details see Geography, page 58.

www.mngt.waikato.ac.nz/tourism www.waikato.ac.nz/tourism/

The world’s largest industry signifi cantly impacts New Zealand’s economy – we need experts.

GEOG103 Resources and Environment For details see Geography, page 58.

MPDV100 Introduction to Development Studies For details see Māori, page 70.

MSYS121 The World of Electronic Commerce For details see Supply Chain Management, page 95.

SPLS102 Concepts of Sport and Leisure For details see Sport and Leisure Studies, page 92.

TIKA163 Te Ao Tawhito, Te Ao Hou: Introduction to Traditional and Contemporary Māori Society For details see Māori, page 70.

TOST100 Introduction to Tourism StudiesFor details see below.

> For more information see page 138 (BTour).

TOURISM MANAGEMENTTOMG100 Tourism Product Design and PricingThis paper examines the relationship between the tourism and hospitality product and the design and pricing of that product. The paper will look at how the external environment impacts on sustainable tourism product design and sustainable pricing decisions.

TOMG101 Introduction to Tourism and HospitalityThis paper looks at the planning, implementation and control functions in the tourism and hospitality industries. An understanding of the structure of the tourism and hospitality industries and the sustainable relationship between the two is provided.

TOURISM STUDIESANTH102 The Contemporary Pacific: Societies in Change For details see Anthropology, page 36.

GEOG103 Resources and Environment For details see Geography, page 58.

TOST100 Introduction to Tourism StudiesThis paper presents students with an integrated model of the tourism system and the tourism product, and enables them to consider the interrelationships between the component parts. The paper is required in the Tourism Studies major in Social Sciences.



Local and Regional Councils

Regional and National Tourism Boards

Tourism and Hospitality Organisations


Environmental Planner

Hotel and Resort Manager

Outdoor Leisure Manager

Regional or National Tourism Planner

Tourism Operations Manager


WOMEN’S AND GENDER STUDIES

WOMEN’S AND GENDER STUDIES

www.waikato.ac.nz/womensandgender/

This programme offers papers that are stimulating, thought-provoking and relevant, not just to women but also to men and society as a whole. Papers address issues such as media representations of women and men, fashion, medical constructions of the body, health issues such as eating disorders and new reproductive technologies, the gendered division of paid and unpaid work, the gender pay gap, sexuality, violence against women, gender and development, and difference and ethnicity.

Degrees


Women’s and Gender Studies can also be taken as a second major or supporting subject within most degrees.

School subjectsThere are no specific subjects you need to study at secondary school to study Women’s and Gender Studies at Waikato.

Other subjects that may interest youAnthropology, Education Studies, Human Development, Law, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Social Policy, Sociology, Screen and Media Studies.

PapersSOCY101 Introduction to SociologyFor details see Sociology, page 90.

WGST101 Women in Society: Representations and RealitiesThis paper explores how ideas, images and stereotypes of femininity, sexuality and the body inform and shape the lived experiences of women in contemporary society. It considers issues such as gender socialisation and the construction of female identity; beauty ideals and the role of mass media; medical constructions of women’s bodies; health issues such as eating disorders, breast cancer, and new reproductive technologies; violence against women; difference, race and ethnicity; and forms of women’s resistance.

200 Level and Beyond200 and 300 level papers examine contemporary cultural geographies, education and sexuality, women, sex and gender, women and management, psychology and women.

Women’s and Gender Studies takes a hard look at women’s lives, their status in society and dilemmas and contradictions in gender relations.

A M A N D A B A N K S

Degree: BSocSc, MSocSc

Job: Policy Advisor,

Environment Waikato

Location: Hamilton

“Women’s Studies helped me to

understand my place in New Zealand as

a Pakeha woman and also to understand

how different things are for other

women in other countries and societies.

It also helped develop my tolerance

and understanding of other cultures

– this is particularly important in local

government where you’re dealing with

such a cross-section of the community.”


Government Agencies

Human Rights Organisations

Human Service Organisations

Medium-sized Businesses



Equal Employment Opportunity Offi cer

Gender Consultant

Gender Development Project Coordinator


Human Rights Advocate

Policy Analyst


Pathways to University 102

Conjoint Degrees 103

Bachelor of Arts 104

Bachelor of Business Analysis – Financial 106

Bachelor of Communication Studies 108

Bachelor of Computer Graphic Design 110

Bachelor of Computing and Mathematical Sciences 112

Bachelor of Electronic Commerce 114

Bachelor of Engineering 116

Bachelor of Laws 118

Bachelor of Management Studies 120

Bachelor of Māori and Pacific Development 122

Bachelor of Music 124

Bachelor of Science 126

Bachelor of Science (Technology) 128

Bachelor of Social Sciences 130

Bachelor of Social Work 132

Bachelor of Sport and Leisure Studies 134

Bachelor of Teaching 136

Bachelor of Tourism 138


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PATHWAYS TO UNIVERSITY

PATHWAYS TO UNIVERSITY

Waikato Pathways College (WPC) focuses on future learning opportunities for all students within the University. Programmes providing pathways to successful degree study are offered in Hamilton and Tauranga. These include academic, specific purpose, and general English Language programmes. WPC also provides academic support for learners in undergraduate and postgraduate study. These programmes will prepare you with the research and study skills you need and offer support and guidance which will make successful university study not just possible, but probable.

A number of short courses and seminars are offered as part of our continuing education programme, bringing the University into the community.

Pathways to UniversityCertificate of University Preparation (CUP)This certificate is designed for students who have completed Year 13 in a New Zealand secondary school, but who have not met the NZ University Entrance requirement for degree-level study. The certificate has papers in study skills and critical thinking, and you can choose two papers from the arts, social sciences, biology, chemistry, physics or mathematics and statistics. Students choose one of two streams, the General Stream or the Huarahi Māori Stream.

The certificate is a semester-long programme and is offered in Semesters A and B. It involves approximately 18 hours of tuition a week and up to 18 hours’ study. After successfully completing the certificate, students can enrol in a degree for the following semester. Students who enrol in all four papers may be eligible for student loans and allowances.

Certificate of Attainment in Foundation Studies (CAFS)Foundation Studies is a full-time academic programme specifically designed to prepare students with English as an additional language for degree study in New Zealand. Classes are small with excellent interaction and communication with teachers.

The certificate provides skills in academic English, university study skills and covers the subject areas of mathematics, science, economics and accounting, arts and social sciences.

A successful graduate of Foundation Studies has a University Entrance qualification recognised by all New Zealand and many Australian universities. Students must meet English language entry requirements and must have a secondary school qualification.

Te T īmatanga Hou (TTH)Te Tīmatanga Hou offers a supportive, Māori and Pasifika friendly learning environment. Students develop support networks within the University, learn study skills and computer use and explore what university has to offer by taking a range of papers. There are no formal requirements for entry, but we look for applicants who are positive, give priority to improving their academic and study skills, plan to undertake a degree, have adequate reading and writing skills in English and are willing to contribute to a supportive and Māori and Pasifika learning environment. This is a full-time programme. Students have approximately 18 hours tuition a week, and are expected to spend up to another 18 hours a week in private study. Students attend classes daily, usually between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday. Students may also be required to participate in other programme activities.

> For more info, www.waikato.ac.nz/pathways/programmes or call 07 858 5600

Bridging CoursesThese short courses boost the skills you need for university study. They cover research skills, reading, referencing and note-taking, essay writing and computer skills. These are; New Start, Quick Start, Bridging Maths for Psychology, Bridging for Women and Gateway Science.

> For more info about the Centre for Continuing Education see www.conted.waikato.ac.nz

Science Foundation CourseThis non-credit programme offers tutorials in biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics. It is held for 19 consecutive days in February, prior to the beginning of Semester A. This programme is for those who have been accepted for enrolment into the Bachelor of Science, the Bachelor of Science (Technology) or the Bachelor of Engineering, and who would benefit from brushing up on their knowledge.

There are no formal academic qualifications needed for this programme. You will be required to attend classes in your chosen subjects every day of the programme, and you are expected to do additional study outside of these classes.

Waikato pathways programmes put tertiary study within your reach. If you haven’t studied for a while and would like to brush up your skills, or if you didn’t get the marks needed for direct entry into university, then Waikato has a pathway to help you achieve your goals.

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CONJOINT DEGREES

CONJOINT DEGREES

Are you interested in combining several areas of study and undertaking two undergraduate degrees at the same time? Then a conjoint degree (also known as a double degree) will give you a great base.

Combining complementary degrees can help you shape a unique programme of study that may be attractive to a range of potential employers. For example, combining a science degree (BSc) with the study of law (LLB) may prepare you for a career in patent law, forensics, insurance and a wide range of consultancy work. Conjoint programmes combining arts (BA) or social sciences (BSocSc) with another degree are becoming increasingly popular for students wishing to pursue careers in policy and research.

The number of points required to complete each level of study in a conjoint programme is dependent on the degree combination you choose. The time frame to complete the programme varies accordingly and is also dependent on your choice of full-time or part-time study. While students are bound by the regulations governing each degree, the total number of papers required may be reduced due to special cross-crediting arrangements. Both qualifications must be taken concurrently and conferred together in order to take advantage of these special cross-credit provisions.

Conjoint degree programmes can be challenging. Students are strongly advised to seek academic advice about these programmes and other options such as double majors and graduate or postgraduate diplomas. Not all conjoint combinations may be available every year.

The regulations surrounding conjoint degrees can be found in the University Calendar and further information on the requirements for specific degrees may be obtained from the Faculty or School of Studies that offer them.

For advice on how to plan your conjoint degree:

> Call 0800 WAIKATO (0800 924 528) oremail [email protected]

Examples of conjoint degrees offered at Waikato include:

Bachelor of Teaching with >

a Bachelor of Sport and Leisure Studies

Bachelor of Laws with a Bachelor of Management Studies >

Bachelor of M > āori and Pacific Development with

a Bachelor of Tourism

Bachelor of Communication Studies with >

a Bachelor of Social Sciences

Bachelor of Arts with a Bachelor of Management Studies >

Bachelor of Laws with a Bachelor of Arts >

AKANISI NABALAMALaw and Management Student

Studying for a conjoint degree in Law and Management suited Akanisi Nabalarua’s interests and both degrees complemented each other. In her final year of an LLB/BMS, Akanisi says that the two qualifications will give her more options in the future. Both degrees have also offered her a range of opportunities while she has been a student, particularly with the practical work and the competitions that have been available. Akanisi has majored in Strategic Management in her BMS and her compulsory ‘499’ report will be about strategies for sustainability in the business environment, which fits well alongside her commercial and environmental law papers. Akanisi represented Waikato University in the Witness Examination competition at the Australian Law Students’ Association Conference in June 2008. Shortly after that she left on a student exchange programme to the University of Ghent in Belgium where the law papers she studied have been credited to her degree at Waikato University. Akanisi has also been a mentor for students in the Waikato Management School.

While her studies for her conjoint degrees have kept her very busy, Akanisi has been involved in University life including being on the committee of the Pacific Island Law Students’ Association and being a student ambassador visiting secondary schools.


MEGAN LYON, BA Business Development ManagerHamilton City Theatres, Hamilton City Council

Megan Lyon gets to see lots of shows, all in the name of business. Megan is responsible for business development at three Hamilton theatres; for bringing acts to the city, for marketing and promoting them and making sure that the venues are sustainable.

“It’s hard to believe but the three theatres host more than 700 events each year, some small community-based, others huge and part of national or international tours. I ran an art gallery in Auckland before taking the Hamilton job. I like combining arts with business, finding new opportunities, and it’s exciting to be part of the drive to grow the arts in Hamilton.”

Under Megan’s watch, the council has introduced a subscription season. She’s planning ways to bring more edgy, fringe theatre to the city and is also part of a push to make more use of outdoor stadia for city events.

BACHELOR OF ARTS

B A C A R E E R O P P O RT U N I T I E S

Composer

Editor

Events Manager

Foreign Affairs Analyst

Interpreter

Journalist

Museum Curator

Politician

Screenwriter

Television Director/Producer

Writer


BACHELOR OF ARTS

BACHELOR OF ARTS

Study for a Bachelor of Arts (BA) at Waikato and you’ll get the best of combinations – a uniquely personal degree that’s also the world’s most widely recognised.

There is a reason why the BA is so internationally popular. It is because of our innate curiosity about who we are and where we come from – the big questions. When you study for a BA, you are investigating the history and development of humankind and their expression in the creative arts. You will learn how humanity thinks, feels and acts, and how the past shapes our present and our future.

The BA gives you the freedom to design a degree with an arts base that combines subjects you feel passionate about with those that broaden your career options. A BA is prized by employers and students because it is a flexible degree yet teaches specific skills. You will develop analytical abilities, research experience, strong written and verbal communication skills, and a broader perspective on the world and its various cultures.

Combined with practical experience and internships, the BA will prepare you for your future.

Majors

American Studies > p34Anthropology > p36Chinese, see Languages > p65Education Studies > p47English > p53Ethics > p56French, see Languages > p65Geography > p58German, see Languages > p65History > p59Japanese, see Languages > p65Linguistics > p68Māori and Pacific >

Development, see Māori p70Māori Media > and Communication, see Māori p70

Mathematics > p75Music > p77New Zealand Studies/ >

Akoranga Aotearoa p78Philosophy > p79Political Science > p81Psychology > p83Religious Studies > p86Screen and Media Studies > p87Spanish, see Languages > p65Te Reo Māori/Māori >

Language, see Māori p70Theatre Studies > p97Tikanga Māori/ >

Māori Cultural Studies, see Māori p70

Specialisations Within some majors, there are several optional specialisations that are carefully designed to ensure you have a good mastery of a particular area of study. These specialisations will equip you with the skills and abilities you need to succeed in your chosen career.

Within the Political Science major you may choose to specialise in: International Relations and Security Studies

Within the Te Reo Māori/Māori Language major you may choose to specialise in: Te Tohu Paetahi

Supporting SubjectYou can choose your supporting subject from the list of majors, the subjects listed below or from most subjects offered by other Schools of Studies.

Asian Studies, see Languages, page 65English as a Second Language, see Linguistics, page 68Pacific Studies, see Anthropology, page 36 Social Science Research, see Sociology, page 90Treaty of Waitangi Studies / Akoranga Te Tiriti o Waitangi, page 70

Second MajorA second major can be selected in place of a supporting subject from the major subject list above or from most subjects offered by other Schools of Studies. Please consult with your Faculty or School of Studies to see how this can fit into your programme.



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Practical ExperienceSome subjects provide the opportunity for students to undertake work placements, where you gain practical experience in applying what you have learned. The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences offers work placements at 200 and 300 level.

Entry RequirementsIf you have New Zealand University Entrance, you will be guaranteed admission to this degree. All other applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

ScholarshipsThe Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship, Te Tohu Paetahi Entrance Scholarship.


> This degree may also be taken as a conjoint. See page 103 for more on conjoint degrees.

B A B E N E F I T S

Learning isn’t confi ned to the lecture theatre. >

Purpose-built teaching and performance venue at the >

WEL Energy Trust Academy of Performing Arts.

Flexible, so you can design a degree that suits >

your interests.

Critical thinking skills which nurture creativity. >


BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ANALYSIS – FINANCIAL

MARK RYAN, BBA(Fin)StudentWaikato Management School

While his skatey mates were looking for stairs to kick-flip, Mark Ryan was watching movies and reading books about investment and the stock markets. Then he started to buy shares and watch his money grow. “I liked the risk, the adrenalin rush I got playing the markets.” And when he saw a new degree that homed in on the business of finance, Mark was literally first in the queue to enrol.

“I like the fact the degree is three years and directly covers what I need to learn for financial analysis, and covers it in depth. It means that when I graduate I’ll have choices about where I can work, in a major corporate, a bank, the stock exchange and, ultimately, I’d like to be a private investor.”

B B A ( F i n ) C A R E E R O P P O RT U N I T I E S

Accountant

Business Analyst

Economics Teacher

Policy Adviser

Share-broker

Auditor


Mutual Fund Analyst/Trader

Portfolio Manager

Treasury Manager




The Bachelor of Business Analysis – Financial (BBA(Fin)) is a professionally recognised specialist degree that will prime you for a career in the areas of economics, fi nance and accounting.

This uniquely focused programme offers an alternative business degree to management studies if numbers and their meaning are your game.

The BBA(Fin) is a three-year degree with a particular emphasis on financial management. Rather than covering the broader aspects of business management, you’ll look in depth at the quantitative aspects. You can choose one of three subjects and specialise in that area.

You’ll study a core programme of business papers and major in Economics, Finance or Accounting. You can also choose complementary subjects like Statistics, Mathematics or Computer Science. If you choose to major in Accounting, you can use this degree, with either an Honours year or a graduate diploma, as a route to meet the academic requirements for membership of the New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants.

Majors

Accounting > p32Economics > p46Finance > p57

A second major can also be selected from the majors offered by Waikato Management School and other Schools of Studies. Please consult with your School of Studies to see how this can fit into your programme.

SpecialisationsA specialisation is similar to a major in that it is a group of papers in a specific subject area, though it usually requires fewer papers than a major. It is optional whether to take a specialisation.

You may choose to specialise in: Agribusiness, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Spanish or Te Reo Māori.

Practical Experience Students have the opportunity to undertake a research project (the “399”) where you prepare a report for an external company and address a practical challenge within their organisation. You’ll also have the opportunity to take papers such as ACCT313 Accounting Information Technology and Systems, where you’ll get hands-on experience with computerised accounting packages.

Entry RequirementsIf you have New Zealand University Entrance, you will be guaranteed entry to this degree. All other applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Students are required to have 14 credits in Level 3 Mathematics with Calculus or Statistics and Modelling and 14 credits in Level 3 English or Te Reo Māori or History (including Achievement Standard 3.5) or Classical Studies (including Achievement Standard 3.3) or they will be required to take certain prerequisite papers in their first year of study.

ScholarshipsThe Bartlett Scholarship, The Brian Smith Memorial Entrance Scholarship, The Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship.


COMPULSORY PAPERSMAJOR ELECTIVE PAPERS

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ACCT101Accounting for Management

ECON100Business Economics & the NZ Economy

MSYS111E-Business & Supply Chain Mngt

STMG191Intro to Mngt

STAT160Mngt Statistics

MATH166Mngt Mathematics

100* LEVEL

100 LEVEL

ECON200†

Macroeconomics & the Global Economy

FINA201†

Finance

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

YEAR 2 YEAR 3



* Students doing a 2nd major will need to take a 200 level major paper in place of a Year 1, 100 level elective paper

† If you choose to do a 2nd major, ECON200 may be counted towards your 1st major in Economics and FINA201 towards your 1st major in Finance or Accounting

Candidates must demonstrate competency in computing and in writing, as prescribed in the Waikato Management School Student Handbook and undertake an Employment Skills module toward the end of the degree.

B B A ( F i n ) B E N E F I T S

Specialist fi nancial management degree. >

Meets industry demands for specialist fi nancial analysts. >

Can meet NZICA requirements with an additional forth year >

(either Honours or Graduate Diploma).

Approved by the CPA Australia. >

Overseas exchanges available. >


MARK WESTERBY, BCSDirectorNew Zealand Fringe Festival

Mark Westerby is an all rounder in the arts world. He’s an actor, singer, producer and currently director of the New Zealand Fringe Festival.

It’s Mark’s job to organise the annual festival, to find and coordinate a variety of acts that encompass all areas of the arts including theatre, visual arts and new media. “It can be a springboard for new and emerging artists – the Conchords started at the Fringe – so we tend to be a bit of an engine room for fresh talent.”

Since graduating with his BCS, Mark has worked as a project/production manager at London and Australian Fashion Weeks, the Tropfest Short Film Festival, Sydney Film Festival, as a film producer and most recently, as a performer at Madame Tussauds in London.

In Wellington, where he’s now based, he gets to help promote new talent, and continues to develop his own interests in theatre, film and music. “Every day is completely different. I enjoy the variety and creativity of this industry.”

BACHELOR OF COMMUNICATION STUDIES

B C S C A R E E R O P P O RT U N I T I E S

Advertising Executive

Arts Administrator

Communications Manager

Events Manager

Marketing Manager

Media Producer

Media Relations Executive

Media Researcher

Production Manager





The Bachelor of Communication Studies (BCS) blends creative disciplines with practical communication theory. The unique mix of arts and management papers provides the skills and knowledge needed to become a strategy-based communication or media practitioner.



COMPULSORY PAPERSMAJOR ELECTIVE PAPERS

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LING132The Use of Language

MCOM102Communication in a Digital Age

MCOM133Intro to Corporate Communication

SMST102The Media & Society 1

SMST120The Creative Industries

MMAC121Communication in Aotearoa/NZ

100* LEVEL

100 LEVEL

MCOM220†

Communication Theory

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

YEAR 2 YEAR 3


* Students doing a 2nd major in a subject not listed for the degree will need to take a 200 level major paper in place of a Year 1, 100 level elective paper

† MCOM220 may be counted toward your 2nd major if you choose another available BCS subject

Candidates enrolling in the Waikato Management School must demonstrate competency in writing, as prescribed in the Waikato Management School Student Handbook and undertake an Employment Skills module toward the end of the degree.

B C S B E N E F I T S

Specialised communication degree. >

Unique combination of subjects from arts and management. >

Broad range of paper options. >

Research-led teaching from internationally recognised staff. >

Can lead on to BCS with Honours. >

You’ll also learn about the responsibilities of the media and communication industries in local, national and global contexts, andhow communication affects individuals, groups and social culture.

The degree provides opportunities to gain hands-on experience of communication and media practice in the classroom and in industry and community organisations. You’ll be taught by internationally sought-after media and communication consultants and researchers.

By the time you graduate, you’ll understand the role of communication in business and society and have a set of practical vocational industry skills. Your personal, written and verbal communication abilities will stand you in good stead wherever you go and whatever you do.

Majors

English Studies > p53Linguistics > p68Management Communication > p69Māori Media > & Communication p70

Marketing > p73Media Studies > p87Public Relations > p85

A second major can also be selected from the majors offered by Waikato Management School, the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, the School of Māori and Pacific Development and other Schools of Studies. Please consult with your School of Studies to see how this can fit into your programme.

Practical Experience In the Public Relations major you develop a campaign for a real client, and learn how to write press releases, brochures, speeches and broadcast news material. Both PR and marketing students learn to develop websites and are taught skills to create advertisements for a range of media and with a range of software. Students also have the opportunity to undertake a research project (the “399”) where you prepare a report for an external company and address a practical communication challenge within their organisation. The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences offers work placements at 200 and 300 level.


You may choose to specialise in: Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Spanish or Te Reo Māori.

Entry RequirementsIf you have New Zealand University Entrance, you will be guaranteed entry to this degree. All other applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Students are required to have 14 credits in Level 3 English or Te Reo Māori or Media Studies or History (including Achievement Standard 3.5) or Classical Studies (including Achievement Standard 3.3) or they will be required to take certain prerequisite papers in their first year of study.

ScholarshipsThe Brian Smith Memorial Entrance Scholarship, The Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship.




AARON CLARKE, BCGD DesignerJuice TV

Aaron Clarke walked out of university and into television. Aaron is the music channel’s only full-time designer, spending his days creating motion graphics for television commercials, promotions and programmes, and creating static images for the channel’s printed promotional material.

“I’ve got creative freedom which is great. We’re a small operation, only ten full-time staff and a handful of part-timers, so I get to do all aspects of design.

“I chose to work in television because motion graphics makes sense to me as when I have ideas I nearly always see them moving and TV is a good way to express those ideas, plus it’s a cool industry.”

BACHELOR OF COMPUTER GRAPHIC DESIGN

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COMPULSORY COMPUTING PAPERS

COMPULSORY DESIGN PAPERS

ELECTIVE PAPERS

CGRD141Design 1

CGRD142Design 2

CGRD143Graphic Design Study

CGRD151Historical Studies in Design

COMP125Visual Computing

COMP126Computing Media

COMP103Introduction to Computer Science 1

100† LEVEL

CGRD241Computer Graphic Design 1


CGRD252Critical Studies in Design

200* LEVEL

200* LEVEL

200† LEVEL



CGRD350Intern Project

CGRD360Degree Project

300** LEVEL

300† LEVEL

YEAR 2 YEAR 3



† Must be from a subject outside the School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences

* Chosen from COMP223 Information Discovery, COMP233 Internet Applications, COMP258 Programming Usable Systems, COMP278 Interactive Computing

** Either COMP324 Interactive Multimedia Systems, COMP325 Introduction to Human-Computer Interaction or COMP336 Graphics and Computer Games

B C G D C A R E E R O P P O RT U N I T I E S

3D Modeller

Advertising Designer

Animator

Computer Games Designer

Computer Illustrator

Interactive Designer

Motion Graphics Designer

TV Graphics Designer

Visual Effects Artist

Web Designer




The Bachelor of Computer Graphic Design (BCGD) combines highly creative design and visual communication papers with computer programming papers from the country’s leading computer science department.

This style of qualification meets the ever-increasing demand for high quality cross-media design expertise. The programme has been developed in collaboration with the design industry, with an eye to international and local markets seeking students with on and offline media experience.

In the first year, students have the opportunity to develop a firm foundation in the core elements and principles of design, in both two and three dimensions. You will also learn essential techniques that will assist you in broadening your visual and verbal skills. The second year offers motion graphics and the chance to explore the relationship between visual communication and screen-based technologies. By the time you enter your third year, you are ready to push the boundaries of visual communication, taking on the more professional challenges of internship as well as complex, cross-media projects.

Specified Programme

Computer Graphic Design > p42

FacilitiesBCGD students have 24-hour access to computer labs, including dedicated Apple Mac-based design labs, running industry-standard design software. Students also have access to other computer labs within the School.

Practical Experience In addition to the practical experience gained throughout the programme, students have the opportunity to undertake a real-world design project in the 300 level paper CGRD360. In this project you work relatively independently and collaborate with your peers and with members of the professional design industry. In addition, the final semester 300 level paper CGRD360 involves a self-directed brief which culminates each year in a Degree Show Exhibition. This exhibition is open to the public and is popular with people considering the BCGD (see important dates page 22).

Entry RequirementsIf you have New Zealand University Entrance you are eligible to apply for this degree. Ideal NCEA subject credits would include Art (Design, Painting, Photography, Sculpture or Printmaking), or Graphics Design. Because of the computer programming component in the degree, if you do not have at least 14 credits in NCEA Level 2 you may be offered a supporting mathematics paper. A good standard of English is also important.

A selection process applies and you must complete three pre-entry exercises and three portfolio pieces. Submit these exercises with your application form. The pre-entry exercises are designed to test your abilities across a range of problems, which have relevance to visual communication. The three portfolio pieces are submitted to demonstrate your creative and visual communication abilities. You may be required to attend an interview in Hamilton with CGD teaching staff where you will present a digital or printed portfolio of your best work.

Each application will be considered on a case-by-case basis. If you are uncertain as to whether you have University Entrance your application will still be considered. If necessary we can give you advice on suitable bridging courses.

B C G D B E N E F I T S

Combines excellent design and visual communication tuition >

with a rich combination of technology papers.

Unique degree in line with new international developments >

in design education.

Small classes with studio-based work. >

Can lead on to BCGD with Honours and MCGD. >

BCGD Pre-Entry Exercises and portfolioPlease read all instructions carefully before beginning any problem, and make sure you have covered ALL points in each exercise. Pre-entry Exercises for BCGD need to be sent in as part of the students application.

These pre-entry exercises are designed to test your abilities across a range of problems, which have relevance to visual communication. Each exercise is designed to be a test of your creative abilities. Please read all instructions carefully before beginning any problem, and follow them precisely. Be sure that you print your full name, in small letters, clearly on the back, at the lower right hand corner of each completed exercise.

Exercise 1Working with an A3 sheet of cartridge paper, create an original three dimensional construction which can be returned back to a flat sheet for mailing. You may use a dull knife for scoring the paper and/or sharp knife to cut entirely through it. You may not remove pieces or add more paper. On one side of the sheet, provide instructions, which will enable us to set up your 3D construction. Include a photograph of the construction.

NOTE: We are not asking you to create a simple cube, cylinder or other geometric shape, nor are we looking for an example of origami.

Exercise 2Working directly on an A3 sheet of cartridge paper, using a fine line drawing medium, draw up an accurate square of 200mm x 200mm. Divide the square into 100 smaller squares 20mm x 20mm. Fill each and every square of the grid you have created with a colour swatch made from coloured paper, or paper that has been painted or printed with colour. The objective is to create an interesting abstract composition. Please include any roughs or sketches that show your process.

Exercise 3Complete a 500 to 600 word (single sided A4), typed statement outlining your life experiences and your future goals and aspirations.

Portfolio SubmissionSubmit an A3 portfolio containing the three pre-entry exercises, plus three other pieces of work. The three accompanying pieces of work in the portfolio should be created in 2 or more different media and should demonstrate your creative and visual communication abilities. Each of the three pieces of work should be accompanied by a short (100 word max.) description of the work and it’s purpose or process of production.

ScholarshipsComputer Science Scholarship, The Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship.



SHEVAUN RYAN, BCMS(Hons) IT Developer Ministry of Social Development

A love for computer programming and maths sees Shevaun Ryan sitting pretty in the windy city. She’s writing software by day and enjoying Wellington by night. Shevaun is a junior developer with the IT Applications team for the Ministry of Social Development.

With a $16 billion budget, the ministry provides income and employment support to more than a million New Zealanders. It takes care of student loans, superannuation, pensions and community services cards.

“I work on different in-house projects and on larger public ones too. I worked on developing the web application for SuperGold Card and helped write the software for the online National Directory for Family and Community Services.

“When I started doing computer programming at high school, I knew I wanted to take it further. Now I have great opportunities to gain experience and promotion within the ministry right up to solution architect, and who knows what my IT future will hold after that?”

BACHELOR OF COMPUTING AND MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES

B C M S C A R E E R O P P O RT U N I T I E S

Applied Mathematics Research

Business Analysis

Computer Animation

Hydrology and Meteorology

Mathematical Modelling

Multimedia Content Creator

Network Engineering

Programming

Software Engineering

Usability Designer

Web Architect

Systems Designer


The Bachelor of Computing and Mathematical Sciences (BCMS) degree gives you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the subject you love, taught by the country’s leading computing and mathematics researchers.

BACHELOR OF COMPUTING AND MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES

BACHELOR OF COMPUTING & MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES

† This paper is optional for students majoring in Mathematics## This paper is optional for students majoring in Computer Science

* Must be from a subject outside the School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences

** Compulsory: COMP477 or MATH477

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PREREQUISITE/RECOMMENDED

MAJOR ELECTIVE PAPERS

COMP103Intro to Computer Science 1

COMP104†

Intro to Computer Science 2

MATH101##

Intro to Calculus

MATH102Intro to Algebra

STAT121Intro to Statistical Methods

100* LEVEL

100* LEVEL

100 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200* LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

400 LEVEL

400 LEVEL

400 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

400** LEVEL

YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4


120 Points 120 Points 120 Points 120 Points

The BCMS will equip you with the technical, business and practical skills for a career in a field of unlimited international opportunities. The BCMS is New Zealand’s only computing and mathematical science degree taught over four years. That extra year gives you the chance to drill more deeply into your specialist area and add papers that will complement your main focus.

Research and consulting work keeps our staff close to local and international industry developments. We regularly update our papers to reflect this changing environment and match our programmes to faculty expertise.

First-year papers are common to all BCMS majors and specialisations and will give you a good grounding. Because the first three years of the BCMS are identical to the Bachelor of Science (BSc), you can choose when you graduate. You have the option to graduate after three years with a BSc or stay on for an extra year and complete your BCMS.

Majors

Computer Science > p43Mathematics > p75

A second major can also be selected from the majors offered by other Schools of Studies. Please consult with your School of Studies to see how this can fit into your programme.

Specialisations Within the majors, there are several optional specialisations that are carefully designed to ensure you have a good mastery of a particular area of Computer Science or Mathematics. These specialisations will equip you with the skills and abilities to succeed in a particular career.

Within the Computer Science major you might choose to specialise in: Artificial Intelligence, Computer Technology, Data Mining, Games and Multimedia, Information Systems, Internet Applications, Networks or Software Development.

Within the Mathematics major you might choose to specialise in: Economics or Finance.

Within the BCMS itself, students can also spealise in: Agribusiness, Agricultural and Biosystems.

Students may decide on a specialisation in their second or third year when they can better identify their strengths and interests.

Practical Experience Students gain practical experience throughout the programme. There is the opportunity to apply this experience in an industrial setting by enrolling in the 200 level paper COMP271 (Placement). Further industrial placement opportunities may be available at 300 level after discussion with the Computer Science Department chairperson.

HonoursIf you achieve good results in your first three years, you may be admitted into the BCMS(Hons) programme for your fourth year.


Depending on programme choice, BCMS students will study at least one of MATH101 Introduction to Calculus and MATH102 Introduction to Algebra papers. Certain levels of attainment are required and these can be found under Mathematics on page 75.

B C M S B E N E F I T S

Only degree of its kind offered in New Zealand. >

An internationally recognised qualifi cation. >

Programmes of study are regularly updated to refl ect >

employers’ needs.

Summer research work available. >

Specialised equipment labs. >

ScholarshipsComputer Science Scholarship, Mathematics Scholarship, Statistics Scholarship, The Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship.


Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) The School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences offers challenge exams that give outstanding students credit for 100 level papers in Computer Science, Mathematics and Statistics. By passing the exams, high-achieving students can be given direct access to some 200 level papers.

> For more info, www.scms.waikato.ac.nz



SCOTT BARTLETT, BEComCEOOrcon Internet

Orcon Internet is New Zealand’s fastest growing and fourth biggest internet service provider and telecommunications company. Scott Bartlett leads a staff of more than 120 in a business that’s growing at 10 to 12 per cent a month. He was just 27 when he became chief executive.

Always up for a challenge, Scott lobbied for local loop unbundling (LLU), and is now leading the company through its next growth phase; investing in an LLU network roll-out, pushing to become the third player in the profitable mobile market and launching new voice, broadband and entertainment services.

“I’ve taken my university learning with me for sure – concepts of leadership, entrepreneurship and strategic thinking. That’s what you need in this job, plus organisational behaviour and strategic management skills.”

BACHELOR OF ELECTRONIC COMMERCE

B E C o m C A R E E R O P P O RT U N I T I E S

Business Analyst


Communications Manager

E-commerce Marketing Consultant

E-commerce Project

Financial Analyst Manager

Internet Database Designer

Logistics Manager

Operations Manager

Project Manager




The Bachelor of Electronic Commerce (BECom) was New Zealand’s fi rst e-commerce degree and it’s still ahead of the game. You won’t fi nd another e-commerce qualifi cation with the same mix of technical and business skills and hands-on experience.

The BECom is a career launching pad for anyone who has the foresight to see the tremendous opportunities and challenges that lie ahead in the knowledge economy.

Employers want graduates who know more than just a few e-commerce buzzwords. They want people with applied skills and a broader knowledge of business and e-commerce. In the face of global labour shortages, a BECom fires you into an industry that’s exploding with opportunity.

You’ll study e-commerce from a range of perspectives including communications, finance and business strategy as well as hone your technical skills by studying programming, and through industry placements. You will be working on a real business challenge which could be anything from building a website to helping a company assess its e-commerce opportunities. This practical experience will give you credibility and confidence when you are face-to-face with potential employers and could even lead to a job in the organisation that employed you.

Major

Electronic Commerce > p49

Your second major can be chosen from any undergraduate subject; this may mean that you need to take extra papers. If you choose to take a second major you will need to carefully plan your programme in the first year, as you will need to take a year one paper at 200 level for your second major. If you are considering taking Honours then you might like to consider taking Accounting, Economics, Finance, Marketing, Management Communication or Supply Chain Management as your second major. If you are thinking about a second major, talk to a Management Student Adviser for further information.



Practical Experience The industry placement/experience component in the BECom degree is the compulsory MSYS319 Electronic Commerce Field Project and the optional MSYS219 Electronic Commerce Industry Experience. You can also take other practical papers such as MSYS351 Management Information Systems.

Entry RequirementsIf you have New Zealand University Entrance, you will be guaranteed entry to this degree. All other applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Students are required to have 14 credits in Level 3 Mathematics with Calculus or Statistics and Modelling and 14 credits in Level 3 English or Te Reo Māori or History (including Achievement Standard 3.5) or Classical Studies (including Achievement Standard 3.3) or they will be required to take certain prerequisite papers in their first year of study.

ScholarshipsThe Brian Smith Memorial Entrance Scholarship, The Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship.


B E C o m B E N E F I T S

Uniquely blends computer science and management. >

Encourages Entrepreneurship. >

Industry Work Experience. >

Option of BECom Honours Degree. >

Overseas exchanges available. >


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MAJORCOMPULSORY PAPERS ELECTIVE PAPERS

COMP103Introduction to Computer Science 1

MCOM102Communication in a Digital Age

MKTG151Intro to Marketing & International Mngt

MSYS111E-business & Supply Chain Mngt

MSYS121The World of Electronic Commerce

STMG191Intro to Mngt

100* LEVEL

100 LEVEL

COMP219Database Practise and Experience

MSYS212E-businessOrganisations

200 LEVEL

200† LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

MSYS319Industry Experience 2*

ACCT324Legal Issues of E-commerce

STME346Electronic Commerce: Competing on the Edge

300 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

YEAR 2 YEAR 3



* Students doing a 2nd major will need to take a 200 level major paper in place of a Year 1, 100 level elective paper

† Students who are considering taking honours are strongly advised to take a 2nd major in one of the following subjects:

Accounting, Electronic Business, Economics, Finance, Marketing, Management Communication, Supply Chain Management



GREG VAN EYK, BETechnical GraduateFonterra Co-operative Group

Fonterra is paying Greg van Eyk to work and learn. He’s one of eight technical graduates on the giant dairy company’s Graduate Technical Programme who are getting to know the business inside out. Successful completion of all parts of the programme leads to a Master of Dairy Science and Technology degree.

“I get to play with plant equipment and work on improving the processes, see how different products are made and tackle various problems that might arise during production. I’ve spent time in four different factories learning about cheese, cream, protein products and milk powders.

“You study maths and science at school and wonder where it’ll take you. I grew up on a farm and feel comfortable in the dairy environment using my technical skills. Biochemical engineering’s an interesting subject because it encompasses so many different engineering and scientific processes, like mass and heat transfer, biology, chemistry, industrial manufacturing, fermentation, design, enzyme systems and whole processing plants.”

BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING

B E C A R E E R O P P O RT U N I T I E S

Automation Engineer


Chemical Process Engineer

Food Technology Engineer

Materials Scientist

Mechanical Engineer



Software Engineer

Systems Analyst




ScholarshipsBachelor of Engineering Fees Scholarship, Computer Science Scholarship, IPENZ Waikato/BOP Branch Scholarship, Mathematics Scholarship, Perry Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship, Statistics Scholarship, The Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship.


Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) The School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences offers challenge exams that give outstanding students credit for 100 level papers in Computer Science, Mathematics and Statistics. By passing the exams, high-achieving students can be given direct access to some 200 level papers.


The Waikato Bachelor of Engineering (BE) is the degree for inventors and big thinkers who move instinctively from having an idea to making it happen. It is designed as the basis for a professional career in engineering and there is plenty of opportunity for practical application of skills in real work situations.

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COMPULSORY PAPERS

ENGG180*Foundations of Engineering

ENMP102*Intro to Materials Science & Engineering

MATH101*Intro to Calculus

MATH102*Intro to Algebra

100 LEVEL

100 LEVEL

100 LEVEL

100 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200 LEVEL

200/300 LEVEL

200/300 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

300 LEVEL

ENGG482*Engineering Design & Management Project

200/300/400 LEVEL

300/400 LEVEL

300/400 LEVEL



* These papers are core to the BE. Other papers vary according to the specified programme studied


ENGG200*Work Placement 1

ENGG300*Work Placement 2

YEAR 2-3

The Waikato BE focuses on how problems can be solved by using design and engineering processes. It appeals to students who are good at mathematics and physics but are also highly creative thinkers. At every stage of your degree, you will be deeply involved in creating, designing and realising sophisticated engineering products.

In the first year, teams of students design and build small projects such as remote-controlled yachts and swamp boats. The final part of the process is race day. By the end of their studies, students will have completed a major design project with potential for commercial application – like the student-built electric car that can cover 400km for just $5.

The BE papers combine high-end design skills with the ability to develop, run and manage companies, whatever their size. The courses in your first and second years prepare you for the work placements that are a major feature of the BE and which we find for you. By the time you are ready to begin your career, you will have the credibility of paid engineering experience to take to your interviews.

Specified Programmes

Biochemical Engineering > p37Electronic Engineering > p50Materials and Process >

Engineering p74

Mechanical Engineering > p76Software Engineering > p91

All five programmes have full or provisional IPENZ accreditation.

Practical Experience You will complete 800 hours of relevant work experience during your degree. Our Cooperative Education Unit actively seeks and oversees your industrial work placement, ensuring the quality of your work experience.

HonoursIf you achieve good results in your first three years, you may be invited into the BE(Hons) programme for your fourth year.

Entry RequirementsIf you have New Zealand University Entrance, you are eligible to apply for this degree. A selection process applies. The areas of study within the BE have individual entry requirements and you are expected to have studied the listed subjects at Level 3 NCEA or CIE AS or A Level. Certain levels of attainment will be required for each subject and these can be found in the Choose Your Subject section.

Electronic EngineeringMathematics with Calculus or Statistics and Modelling Physics

Biochemical EngineeringMaterials and Process Engineering Mechanical EngineeringChemistryMathematics with Calculus or Statistics and Modelling Physics

Software EngineeringMathematics with Calculus or Statistics and ModellingTwo other approved subjects

All other applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Each programme has a set of compulsory papers that you must study. Some papers have specific entry requirements and if you do not have the required background you may be directed to take certain papers in your first year of study.

B E B E N E F I T S

Designed for your accreditation as a professional engineer. >

800 hours’ work experience found for you. >

Niche engineering programmes. >

Specialised laboratories. >

Opportunity to complete the BE with Honours. >


RICHARD ANNANDALE, LLB(Hons)/BALawyerNorris Ward McKinnon

Richard Annandale had always been interested, in law but it wasn’t until he went to the University of Waikato that he realised he wanted to study and practise law.

“My time at Waikato University Law School provided me with the necessary skills to hit the ground running when I began working in private practice at Norris Ward McKinnon,” Richard says. “The Waikato degree is unique in that it provided me both a theoretical and practical understanding of the law, through mooting, client interviewing and negotiation assessments. Many employers throughout the legal profession recognise the uniqueness of the Waikato degree.”

Richard says his biggest ongoing challenge is the study and practise of law itself. “As law is constantly evolving with new laws being passed by parliament and interpretations being declared by the court, it is important to stay up with the play! Keeping up with the law is what makes law exciting and ensures that no-one day at work will ever be the same!”

On any given day, Richard may have an appearance in the High Court at Hamilton, give advice on a contract issue, urgently complete research and a letter of advice for a client, meet new clients about an employment issue and finally, play business house hockey for Norris Ward McKinnon.

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BACHELOR OF LAWS

L L B C A R E E R O P P O RT U N I T I E S

Law graduates are employed as solicitors or barristers in legal fi rms, and solicitors, policy analysts, advisers and researchers in:

Accountancy Firms

Environmental and Resource Management e.g. local government, regional authorities and consultancy fi rms


International Organisations e.g. the United Nations

Iwi Trust Boards and Iwi/Tribal Organisations

Law Commission

Third-Sector Organisations e.g. Amnesty International, Greenpeace

Union/Employer Organisations


BACHELOR OF LAWS

BACHELOR OF LAWS

Many of our everyday actions are decided by the legal system. The law gives us a structure that helps society operate smoothly. But society shapes the law and that is how Waikato Bachelor of Laws (LLB) is different. At the School of Law, we provide a legal education that is relevant to today’s world.

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COMPULSORY PAPERS LAW OPTIONAL PAPERS OPTIONAL PAPERS*

LAWS106Legal Systems & Societies

LAWS103Legal Method

LAWS107Constitutional Law

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LAWS206Administrative Law

LAWS203Jurisprudence

LAWS204Contracts

LAWS207Torts

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LAWS301Crimes

LAWS305 Corporate Entities or LAWS426 Commercial Transactions

LAWS306Dispute Resolution

LAWS307Land Law

LAWS308Equity & Succession

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* Optional papers in subjects outside the School of Law, including 30 points at 100 level in a single subject paper

Study law at Waikato and you will have a more informed view of the legal system. We teach the law but encourage you to look deeper to find out why laws are made, who made them, how they work and how to change them.

We teach all the compulsory core papers required by the New Zealand Council of Legal Education, the statutory body that oversees legal education in New Zealand and moderates the quality of core law papers.

Waikato focuses on professionalism and the development of our students’ practical skills in mooting, negotiation, client interviewing and alternative dispute resolution. We involve lawyers and judges in our student assessments. That sort of contact with the profession will stand you in good stead when you come to apply for a job as a summer clerk or for full-time work.

Majors

Law > p67

A second major can also be selected from the majors offered by other Faculty and Schools of Studies. Please consult with your School of Studies to see how this can fit into your programme.

Optional Papers In your degree you can study a broad range of optional papers, including:

Advocacy >

Competition Law >

Corporate Securities and Finance >

Employment Law >

Environmental Law >

Family Law >

Human Rights >

Immigration and Refugee Law >

Intellectual Property >

International Trade >

Law and Information Technology >

M > āori Land LawMediation >

Natural Resources Law >

Public International Law >

The Treaty of Waitangi in >

Contemporary Aotearoa/New Zealand

Practical Experience The School of Law is actively involved in the national summer clerking programme, where students gain paid work experience in law firms, government departments and other organisations. Students also have the opportunity to gain practical experience, as voluntary case workers, at the Hamilton District Community Law Centre. Following training and under the supervision of qualified staff, law students interview clients and undertake legal research to assist clients in resolving “real life” problems.

Honours ProgrammeAn Honours programme provides academically gifted students with the opportunity and challenge to pursue advanced legal research. The selection for Honours takes place at the end of second-year law.

Entry RequirementsIf you have New Zealand University Entrance, you are eligible to apply for this degree. All applications will be considered by the School of Law Admissions Committee on a case-by-case basis. Factors such as academic results, any work experience, school and community involvement, and other achievements will be taken into account. Relevant information, with supporting evidence, should be included with the applicant’s written statement.

All law students who successfully complete their first-year papers gain automatic entry into second-year law.

L L B B E N E F I T S

Direct entry, no intermediate year. >

Taught by some of New Zealand’s leading policy and legal >

advisers to government, business and non-governmental organisations.

Strong student support structure. >

Summer clerk employment programme. >

Work experience at Hamilton District Community Law Centre. >

ScholarshipsSchool of Law Entrance Scholarship, The Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship.


Secondary Schools’ Mooting CompetitionMooting provides secondary students with the opportunity to argue a legal problem in a court setting.

> For more info, www.waikato.ac.nz/law/

Law Student for a Day ProgrammeExperience first-hand a typical day of a law student studying at The University of Waikato. You will attend lectures and tutorials with our students, and work in the Law Library and computing lab. Tours of the campus and student accommodation are also available.

> For more info, www.waikato.ac.nz/law/



BYRON HARRIS, BMS(Hons)Procter & Gamble, Auckland

Byron Harris can thank the strength and flexibility of his BMS for taking him into the heart of Raglan’s Soundsplash Festival and on to a position with Fortune 500 company Procter & Gamble.

In his final year of the BMS at Waikato Byron did a “499”, a practical paper that takes students into an organisation to do a specific project where they put what they’ve learnt at uni into practice. “I did an economic impact report for the Soundsplash organisers and got free tickets and VIP treatment at the festival. I’ve also been asked back to Raglan to do a market research report for them.” He’ll do it if he has time. Byron has a marketing position with giant multinational Procter & Gamble, one of only two applicants selected. “I was able to argue that my four-year BMS was a stronger degree than those from other places. I could talk about my experience in a wide range of management subjects as well as my specialty areas of economics and marketing.”

BACHELOR OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES

B M S C A R E E R O P P O RT U N I T I E S

Accountant

Business Development Manager

Economist

Events Manager


Investment Adviser

Marketing Manager

Public Relations Manager

Strategic Manager

Tourism and Hospitality Manager

B M S B E N E F I T S

Internationally recognised. >

Comprehensive coverage of all areas of management. >

Wide choice of study programmes allowing for specialisation >

in one or two subjects.

Mix your management and international language studies. >

Opportunity to meet NZICA academic requirements. >





It is the focus on management that makes the Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) stand out. You will receive a solid grounding in your specialty subject as well as learn what makes a business tick and what makes a manager great.

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COMPULSORY PAPERS MAJOR ELECTIVE PAPERS

ACCT101Accounting for Management


MKTG151Intro to Marketing & International Mngt

MSYS111E-Business & Supply Chain Mngt

STAT160Management Statistics

STMG191Introduction to Management

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100 LEVEL

ECON200Macroeconomics & the Global Economy

FINA201Finance

HRMG241Organisational Behaviour

MCOM200Management Communication

MNGT221†

Business Law, Ethics, Sustainability & the Treaty of Waitangi

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STMG391Strategic Management

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499Report of an Investigation

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* Students doing a 2nd major in a subject not listed for the degree will need to take a 200 level major paper in place of a Year 1, 100 level elective paper

† MNGT221 may be counted toward your 2nd major if you choose another available BMS subject





The Waikato BMS has long been recognised by employers as New Zealand’s premier management degree. The extra year of the BMS compared to other commerce degrees means that, as well as covering all the core subjects that are central to management, you can specialise in up to two different areas, achieve a good grounding in both and expand your career options.

Throughout your degree you will get practical experience, from developing a new product and marketing plan in your first year to working on real-life business problems and presenting your strategy as part of a third-year case competition. These occasions will put you face-to-face with potential employers and give you the confidence, experience and presentation skills to shine in your job interviews. The four-year BMS meets the academic requirements for New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants membership.

Credit ArrangementsWaikato Management School has credit arrangements with five NorthIsland tertiary providers so you may not need to leave home straightaway. You will be able to meet most of the requirements of the firsttwo years of the BMS by completing a particular package of papers at:

Bay of Plenty Polytechnic in TaurangaWaikato Institute of Technology in Hamilton Tairawhiti Polytechnic in Gisborne Western Institute of Technology in New Plymouth Waiariki Institute of Technology in Rotorua

Check with Waikato Management School if you are interested in this study pathway.

Majors

Accounting > p32Economics > p46Electronic Business > p48Finance > p57Human Resource Mngt > p62International Mngt > p63

Mngt Communication > p69Marketing > p73Public Relations > p85Strategic Mngt > p94Supply Chain Mngt > p95Tourism Mngt > p98

Your second major can be chosen from any undergraduate subject; this choice may mean that you need to take extra papers and you will need to carefully plan your programme in the first year. You might like to also consider law, computer science, a language, or psychology as a second major; if you are thinking of this option talk to a Management Student Centre Adviser for further information.

Specialisations A specialisation is similar to a major in that it is a group of papers in a specific subject area, though it usually requires fewer papers than a major. It is optional whether to take a specialisation.

You may choose to specialise in: Agribusiness, Agricultural and Biosystems, Chinese, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, French, German, Japanese, Spanish or Te Reo Māori.

Practical Experience Employers rate our 400 level practical paper 499 Report on an Investigation highly. They like the fact they are recruiting staff with proven analytical abilities and work experience. In your 499, you will choose a project related to your specialty area then use what you’ve learnt in class to solve real problems in an actual management situation. Because you have the freedom to choose your own project, you can focus on an area that’s close to your heart.

> For more info, www.management.ac.nz/projects

Case CompetitionStudents also complete a practical project during the 300 level paper STMG391 Strategic Management. Our own staff research and write the case so you will get a real-life business problem and work in teams to solve it. Each team analyses the chosen company and then writes and presents a report on the recommended strategy, with four teams going through to the WMS Case Competition.

> For more info, www.management.ac.nz/case

Entry RequirementsIf you have New Zealand University Entrance, you will be guaranteed entry to this degree. All other applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Students are required to have 14 credits in Level 3 Mathematics with Calculus or Statistics and Modelling and 14 credits in Level 3 English or Te Reo Māori or History including (Achievement Standard 3.5) or Classical Studies (including Achievement Standard 3.3) or they will be required to take certain prerequisite papers in their first year of study.

HonoursIf you achieve good results in your first three years, you may be admitted into the BMS(Hons) programme for your fourth year.

ScholarshipsThe Bartlett Scholarship, The Brian Smith Entrance Scholarship,The Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship.



JAIME PERRY, BMPD Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Primary)TeacherPeachgrove Intermediate

Five days a week Jaime Perry leaves her two young children in the competent care of others to take charge of 30 ten and eleven-year-olds. One year into her teaching job and Jaime is loving it.

“I love the interaction and the stage of development that the students are at. Children go through some big changes during their intermediate years and it’s a privilege helping them to cope as they prepare for high school. They’re also at an age where you can have a really good laugh together.

“I think having previously worked in business, having a degree and now a teaching diploma has equipped me well to deal with all those unexpected situations that crop up any time, anywhere during the school day.”

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BACHELOR OF MA−ORI AND PACIFIC DEVELOPMENT

B M P D C A R E E R O P P O RT U N I T I E S

Developmental and Environmental Agencies

Foreign Affairs

Government Policy Work

Health, Training and Welfare

Māori Creative and Performing Arts

Research

Small and Medium-sized Business Ownership

Tertiary Institutions




The Bachelor of Ma-ori and Pacifi c Development (BMPD) is unique to Waikato. You will not fi nd another degree that looks so intently at the relationship between development strategies and Ma-ori and Pacifi c Island communities.



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B M P D B E N E F I T S

T > ātai Aronui Mentoring Programme.

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The BMPD will develop your knowledge of the issues affecting Māori, Pacific and other indigenous peoples and put these in a global context. It will arm you with the skills to find solutions and to manage the assets and resources required to implement them. The BMPD will equip you for a career that involves working with Māori and Pacific Island communities to enhance their development and life choices.

Unlike other degree programmes in indigenous studies, the BMPD is taught largely by staff who are of Māori or Pacific descent. They are highly regarded researchers who work on “grass roots” development projects across New Zealand and the Pacific Islands.

You may opt to complete your degree almost entirely in Te Reo. No other university in New Zealand offers this level of immersion. That’s not surprising when you consider you will be studying at a university with a long commitment to tikanga Māori and Te Reo, and its Māori community.

Majors

Māori and Pacific Development > p70Te Reo Māori/Māori Language > p70Tikanga Māori / Māori Cultural Studies > p70

See Māori on page 70 for more information.


Specialisations Within some majors, there are several optional specialisations that are carefully designed to ensure you have a good mastery of a particular area of study. These specialisations will equip you with the skills and abilities you need to succeed in your chosen career.

Within the Te Reo Māori/Māori Language major you may choose to specialise in: Te Tohu Paetahi.

Practical ExperienceThe School of Māori and Pacific Development plans to develop work placements over the next two years. The School is looking at appropriate placements, which will enable students to get involved with their own iwi, hapū or Pacific community organisations.

Entry RequirementsIf you have New Zealand University Entrance, you will be guaranteed admission to this degree. All other applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Some papers have specific entry requirements and if you do not have the required background you may be directed to take certain papers in your first year of study.

ScholarshipsThe Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship, Te Tohu Paetahi Entrance Scholarship, Tau Rua Mano Scholarship.



JULIA BOOTH, BMus(Hons)Singer

Sir Edmund Hillary Scholar Julia Booth is singing her way to success. As a PwC Dame Malvina Major Emerging Artist and New Zealand Aria Competition winner in 2008, the talented soprano is getting right inside New Zealand opera, playing small roles in big productions, learning major roles through understudying and shadow covering, and working with international conductors and artists. “It’s a brilliant way to learn.”

She also gets to sing with Dame Kiri Te Kanawa in front of hundreds of thousands of people at the SKYCITY Starlight Symphony, attend The New Zealand Opera School and take on other solo spots whenever she can. And she’s no one-talent woman either.

“I toured internationally with the Langley Ukulele Ensemble for seven years but since leaving Canada, I’ve barely touched it! One year into my music degree, my passion for singing took over.”

BACHELOR OF MUSIC

B M u s C A R E E R O P P O RT U N I T I E S

Advertising Executive

Arts Administration

Broadcaster

Composer

Film Music Producer

Journalist

Music Retailer

Performer

Recording Artist

Teacher


BACHELOR OF MUSIC

BACHELOR OF MUSIC

Study for a Bachelor of Music (BMus) and you will be learning from leading performers in a world-class performing arts facility. You’ll also have the chance to share your passion and progress with the public through student recitals.

The BMus is for students with musical talent and ambition or just a sheer love of music. It combines intense tuition with theoretical understanding and the choice of a performance or academic focus. The BMus will expose you to a wide range of Western classical music from baroque to contemporary, through performance, composition and musical scholarship. Students can also study Māori music.

Students who pursue the performance programme of the BMus must demonstrate their understanding and performance skills in public performance examinations at the end of their third year. Tuition is available in voice and a broad range of instruments. For students choosing the academic programme, you will be able to include some non-music papers that match your interests and career aspirations.

StreamsAcademic Stream

Composition >

Digital Music >

Māori Musical Instruments in Traditional and Contemporary Contexts >

Māori Song and Dance in Traditional and Contemporary Contexts >

Popular Music >

Western Music History >

Performance Stream

Chamber Music >

Performance >

Performance Techniques >

Western Music History >

See Music on page 77 for more information.

Practical ExperienceStudents receive lessons and are able to perform, and have their own compositions performed, in the WEL Academy of Performing Arts through events such as the annual opera production, the weekly Lunchtime Recital Series, Friday performance hours, various performance competitions and the Lilburn Trust Student Composition Awards concert. Students also benefit from numerous other performance opportunities in the wider community and beyond.

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MUSI112Intro to Western Music

MUSI115Composition 1

MUSI117Musicianship 1

MUSI118Performance Techniques 1

MUSI119Harmony & Counterpoint 1

MUSI120Performance 1

MUSI121Chamber Music 1

100 LEVEL

MUSI213History & Analysis of Music




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MUSI314History & Analysis of Music




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Degree Structure PERFORMANCE STREAM 3 YEARS 360 POINTS

120 Points 120 Points 120 PointsCOMPULSORY PAPERS ELECTIVE PAPERS

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MUSI112Intro to Western Music

MUSI115Composition 1

MUSI117Musicianship 1

MUSI119Harmony & Counterpoint 1

MUSI150NZ Music

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Access to leading composers, performers and writers >

of national status and international experience.

Excellent facilities, including state-of-the-art computer music >

studios and the acclaimed Academy of Performing Arts.

Performance tuition in piano, violin, viola, cello, double bass, >

harpsichord, organ, classical guitar, fl ute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon and voice.

Entry RequirementsIf you have New Zealand University Entrance, you are eligible to apply for this degree. You must also meet one of the following requirements:

NCEA – 14 credits in Music at Level 3;NCEA – 20 credits in Music at Level 2;Grade 5 theory pass or better in the Australian Music Education Board, Trinity College, or Royal College for Music examinations; orA qualification considered equivalent.

For the Performance stream, a selection process applies and you will be required to successfully complete an audition.

> For further info, www.waikato.ac.nz/music

All other applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

ScholarshipsThe Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship.



JEROEN BRIJS, BSc Advanced Research TechnicianUniversity of Waikato

Spending his spare time in the water and at the beach, Jeroen Brijs has a natural passion for freshwater and marine ecosystems. With a Biological Sciences major, he focused on freshwater and marine biology. Jeroen was able to satisfy his curiosity about how these ecosystems work and how we can help protect them, keeping them the way they are now.

Jeroen now works at the University of Waikato as an Advanced Research Technician, helping with research on understanding the biology of pest fish in New Zealand. Knowledge gathered from the research is then used to develop new tools and technologies for early detection of pest fish incursions, and to control existing pest fish populations.

“What I do changes day to day. There’s a lot of variation in my job, which means I am learning a lot of new and exciting things” says Jeroen, “I’ve also got to meet heaps of different people, and have been boat electrofishing in a number of different places, such as the Waikato River, Whangamarino Wetland and Waitakere City, which has been a highlight.”

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

B S c C A R E E R O P P O RT U N I T I E S

Analytical Technician

Animal Welfare Offi cer

Biotechnologist

Consents Offi cer

Electronics Technician

Environmental Scientist

Laboratory Manager

Product Developer

Software Developer

Statistician

Usability Designer

Web Architect

B S c B E N E F I T S

Internationally recognised degree taught by expert staff. >

Provides a strong basis in the fundamentals of science. >

Large practical component and small laboratory classes >

in most subjects.

Strong collaboration with other research providers – NIWA, >

AgResearch, Hort Research, Landcare.

Specialised equipment laboratories. >

Entry RequirementsIf you have New Zealand University Entrance, you will be guaranteed admission to this degree. All other applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Some papers have specific entry requirements and if you do not have the required background you may be directed to take certain papers in your first year of study.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) The School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences offers challengeexams that give outstanding students credit for 100 level papers inComputer Science, Mathematics and Statistics. By passing the exams,high-achieving students can be given direct access to some 200 level papers.


ScholarshipsScience Admission Scholarships, Computer Science Scholarship, Mathematics Scholarship, Perry Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship, Statistics Scholarship, The Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship.





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MAJOR SCIENCE PAPERS ELECTIVE PAPERS

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* These papers should be recognised science papers offered by the Schools of Science & Engineering and Computing & Mathematical Sciences (except MATH168) and selected Philosophy and Psychology papers, and, at 100 level, should be taken across at least four science subjects.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

Within the Environmental Sciences major you may choose to specialise in: Environmental Microbiology, Environmental Modelling, Land and Freshwater Environments, or Marine Sciences.

Within the Mathematics major you may choose to specialise in:Economics, or Finance.

Within the Statistics major you may choose to specialise in Economics.

Practical Experience The Bachelor of Science is a practical degree with laboratory and/or field work associated with most subjects. For some science subjects, you also have the opportunity to undertake an independent or small team research project (special topics paper) which may be laboratory or literature-survey based.

Honours ProgrammeFor students who wish to continue on to graduate study, the School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences also offers a one-year BSc Honours programme in Computing, Mathematics or Statistics, or you may transfer into the four-year BCMS degree.

IntermediatesYour first-year papers can be selected to fulfil the intermediate requirements of other universities for engineering, forestry and surveying.

The Waikato Bachelor of Science (BSc) equips you for a career that requires logical thinking, analytical talent, a curious mind and practical skills. This degree takes you anywhere.


The range of career options available to BSc graduates isn’t surprising when you consider the nature of the degree. It is flexible. You can combine papers to suit your strengths and abilities. We keep it general in the first year so that your choice, when you do come to specialise, is an informed one.

Putting into practice what you learn in your lectures is a major part of a Waikato science degree. You will benefit from classes that are small enough to ensure plenty of time in the lab from the outset. You will gain hands-on experience with some of the most up-to-date and high-tech laboratory equipment available, such as our mass spectrometers for investigating molecular structure. We also take you right to the source, with field trips that might include an overnight stint to gather geothermal samples or a week-long bush camp to examine a region’s flora.

Majors

Animal Behaviour > p35 Biochemistry > p38Biological Sciences > p39Biotechnology > p40Chemistry > p41Computer Science > p43Earth Sciences > p45Electronics > p51

Environmental Planning > p54

Environmental Sciences > p55

Materials and Processing > p74

Mathematics > p75

Physics > p80

Psychology > p83

Statistics > p93

A second major can also be selected from the majors offered by the School of Science & Engineering and other Faculty and Schools of Studies. Please consult with your School of Studies to see how this can fit into your programme.

Specialisations Within the BSc you may choose to specialise in:

AgribusinessThe Agribusiness specialisation introduces agribusiness in New Zealand and internationally, sustainable agricultural systems, and international marketing for this industry. This specialisation complements a number of majors in which a knowledge of the particular issues confronting agribusiness enterprises and the sector in general would be an advantage.

Agricultural and BiosystemsAgricultural and Biosystems provides an agricultural focus to studies, preparing students for careers in agritechnology companies and organisations.

Science InternationalScience International combines a science major with study in Chinese, French, German, Japanese or Spanish. Science graduates who are familiar with the language and customs of other countries are of particular value to export-oriented industries.

Te Pūtaiao me ngā Take Māori (Science and Te Reo)There is a fast-growing need for science graduates who are also fluent Māori language speakers. This specialisation enables students to pursue a science degree in a major subject while extending their knowledge of Māori language and culture.

Within the Biological Sciences major you may choose to specialise in: Restoration Ecology.

Within the Computer Science major you may choose to specialise in: Applied Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Technology, Data Mining, Games and Multimedia Information Systems, Internet Applications, Networks, or Software Development.

Within the Environmental Planning major you may choose to specialise in: Economics, Public Policy, or Resources and Environmental Planning.


BEN POCOCK, BSc(Tech) Senior Keeper and Team LeaderWellington Zoo

Ben Pocock knows all about the mating habits of peccaries. He’s also an expert on the eating habits of pandas. At Wellington Zoo, all the keepers have their “own” animals to monitor for health and behaviour. Ben also works with New Zealand and overseas wildlife parks and sanctuaries on conservation projects, such as freeing the Malaysian sun bears, monitoring the kaka at Karori Wildlife Sanctuary and kereru tagging projects.

“I like being part of this great big network all working on conservation and education. Being at the zoo, I get to work with animals I’d have to travel to remote parts of the world to study. I’m an advocate for animals in the wild, but I also value the part zoos play in educating the public and in preserving endangered species.”

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE(TECHNOLOGY)

B S c ( Te c h ) C A R E E R O P P O RT U N I T I E S

Biotechnologist

Computer Network Administrator


Exploration Geologist

Forensic Technician

Laboratory Technologist

Quality Assurance Manager

Research Assistant

Software Developer

Systems Analyst

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) The School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences offers challengeexams that give outstanding students credit for 100 level papers inComputer Science, Mathematics and Statistics. By passing the exams,high-achieving students can be given direct access to some 200 level papers.


ScholarshipsScience Admission Scholarships, Computer Science ScholarshipPerry Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship, The Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship.






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* These papers should be recognised science papers offered by the Schools of Science & Engineering and Computing & Mathematical Sciences (except MATH168) and selected Philosophy and Psychology papers, and, at 100 level, should be taken across at least four science subjects.

† Recommended Management papers ENMP282/ENMP283 Science and Engineering Management A/B (both 10 pts) and ENMP381 Technological Innovation and its Management (20 pts)

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE(TECHNOLOGY)

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (TECHNOLOGY)

The Bachelor of Science (Technology) (BSc(Tech)) was the fi rst degree of its kind in New Zealand and offers a unique approach to study. The BSc(Tech) is a fl exible, job-oriented degree, which provides you with the necessary practical experience to bridge the gap between study and the workplace.

Practical Experience A total of 12 months’ work experience is a component of this degree.The Cooperative Education Unit actively seeks and oversees thisplacement, ensuring the quality and relevance of your work experience.

Entry RequirementsIf you have New Zealand University Entrance, you will be guaranteedadmission to this degree. All other applications will be considered ona case-by-case basis. Some papers have specific entry requirements and if you do not have the required background you may be directedto take certain papers in your first year of study.

Move into the workplace with a BSc(Tech) from Waikato and you’ll find it looks familiar. That’s because you will already have spent 12 months of your degree gaining work experience and being paid for your efforts. Your first stint in the field will be for three months in your second year, followed by another nine months in your third year.

During your practical experience, you will build connections with potential employers that will pay off when it’s time to look for a job. Your hands-on experience will add credibility in your interviews.

You will be doing a flexible degree that gives you time to think about where you want to focus your attention. The BSc(Tech) includes management papers as well as science and technology papers so you’ll have a good understanding of the business of science by the time you graduate.

Majors

Animal Behaviour > p35 Biochemistry > p38Biological Sciences > p39Biotechnology > p40Chemistry > p41Computer Science > p43

Earth Sciences > p45Electronics > p51Environmental Planning > p54Environmental Sciences > p55Materials and Processing > p74 Physics > p80

A second major can also be selected from the majors offered by the School of Science & Engineering and other Faculty and Schools of Studies. Please consult with your School of Studies to see how this can fit into your programme.

Specialisations Within the BSc(Tech) you may choose to specialise in:

AgribusinessThe Agribusiness specialisation introduces agribusiness in New Zealand and internationally, sustainable agricultural systems, and international marketing for this industry. This specialisation complements a number of majors in which a knowledge of the particular issues confronting agribusiness enterprises and the sector in general would be an advantage.

Agricultural and BiosystemsAgricultural and Biosystems provides an agricultural focus to studies, preparing students for careers in agritechnology companies and organisations.

Science InternationalScience International combines a science major with study in Chinese, French, German, Japanese or Spanish. Science graduates who are familiar with the language and customs of other countries are of particular value to export-oriented industries.

Te Pūtaiao me ngā Take Māori (Science and Te Reo)There is a fast-growing need for science graduates who are also fluent Māori language speakers. This specialisation enables students to pursue a science degree in a major subject while extending their knowledge of Māori language and culture.

Within the Biological Sciences major you may choose to specialise in: Restoration Ecology.

Within the Environmental Planning major you may choose to specialise in: Economics, Public Policy, or Resources and Environmental Planning

Within the Environmental Sciences major you may choose to specialise in: Environmental Microbiology, Environmental Modelling, Land and Freshwater Environments, or Marine Sciences.

B S c ( Te c h ) B E N E F I T S

Large practical component and small laboratory classes >

in most subjects.

Internationally recognised degree taught by expert staff. >

Paid work placements to suit your interests. >

100% of graduates actively seeking employment fi nd it within >

six months of graduating.


BEN KING, BSocSc(Hons) Trade SpecialistMinistry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Ben King sees the world with his job. A trade specialist for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, he contributes to advice to ministers about New Zealand’s foreign and trade policies. Ben has put his political science major to good use, working as press secretary for the Minister for International Trade, a trade negotiator, on the ministry’s US Trade Desk, and as Deputy Head of Mission at the New Zealand Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He then spent 18 months at the Trade Negotiations Division of MFAT, before he went to the New Zealand Embassy in Washington.

“I didn’t have a career mapped out when I completed my degree, but a year as Waikato student president gave me a taste for policy issues and I’ve since found myself working in the thick of it. My job helps ensure New Zealand gets the best deals it can in foreign markets. Sounds simple enough but it can get complicated and it’s certainly interesting.”

BACHELOR OF SOCIALSCIENCES

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Community Health Worker

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Iwi/Māori Resource Development Offi cer

Policy Analyst

> Also delivered in partnership with Bay of Plenty Polytechnic, see page 21 for more information.


BACHELOR OF SOCIALSCIENCES

BACHELOR OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

The Bachelor of Social Sciences (BSocSc) looks at how people and society function and change, and emerge with the skills, knowledge and motivation to make a difference to the world.

Practical Experience Some subjects provide the opportunity for students to undertake work placements, where you gain practical experience in applying what you have learned. The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences offers work placements at 200 and 300 level.







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Within their overall programme, students must complete at least 35 points, including atleast 20 points above 100 level, from a list of methodology papers


The social sciences are a group of subjects focused around what influences people and society to act in a particular way and how these actions can be monitored and modified. The BSocSc suits independent thinkers with a curiosity about the world and the people who live in it.

The BSocSc offers contemporary and relevant areas of study such as employment relations, social policy, and environmental planning. Whatever your major, you will be examining contemporary issues from a social science perspective. You will be inspired by lecturers who are world-recognised researchers and whose findings inform their teaching.

Research is a major requirement of the BSocSc and there are compulsory research papers within the degree. You can learn how to gather and analyse data using a range of methodologies and how to clearly communicate your findings. The research capabilities you develop through your BSocSc will be invaluable in any career that requires information gathering, analysis of complex issues, thorough reporting and informed decision-making.

Majors

Anthropology > p36Economics > p46Education Studies > p47Environmental Planning > p54Ethics > p56Geography > p58History > p59Human Development > p61Industrial Relations and Human >

Resource Management (see Human Resource Management) p62Labour Studies > p64Linguistics > p68

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(see Māori) p70Philosophy > p79Political Science > p81Population Studies > p82Psychology > p83Public Policy > p84Social Policy > p88Sociology > p90Tikanga Māori/Māori Cultural >

Studies (see Māori) p70Tourism Studies (see Tourism) > p98Women’s and Gender Studies > p99

SpecialisationsWithin some majors, there are several optional specialisations that are carefully designed to ensure you have a good mastery of a particular area of study. These specialisations will equip you with the skills and abilities you need to succeed in your chosen career.

Within the Environmental Planning major you may choose to specialise in: Economics, Public Policy or Resources and Environmental Planning.

Within the Political Science major you may choose to specialise in: International Relations and Security Studies.

Within the Psychology major you may choose to specialise in: Psychology and Management.

Supporting SubjectYou can choose your supporting subject from the list of majors, the subjects listed below or from most subjects offered by other Schools of Studies.

Asian Studies, see Languages, page 65English as a Second Language, see Linguistics, page 68Pacific Studies, see Anthropology, page 36 Social Sciences Research, see Sociology, page 90Treaty of Waitangi Studies / Akoranga Te Tiriti o Waitangi, page 70

Second MajorA second major can be selected in place of a supporting subject from the major subject list above or from most subjects offered by other Schools of Studies. Please consult with your Faculty or School of Studies to see how this can fit into your programme.

B S o c S c B E N E F I T S

Offers contemporary and relevant areas of study. >

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planning and research.

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areas and be well-prepared for graduate study.


KIM MITCHELL Student

Kim Mitchell is on her way to completing her BSW degree, a new degree offered in Tauranga at the University of Waikato in partnership with the Bay of Plenty Polytechnic.

After completing the Certificate of Social Services at the Polytechnic, Kim decided social work was her calling. In 2008 she was awarded the Bay of Plenty Alumni Adult Learners Scholarship award, and received $1000 which she put towards text books, child care and travel costs for 2009.

Kim eventually wants a career in social work, working with youth or people with disabilities.

“Waikato University offers a lot of guidance and help, I have met some amazing, inspiring lecturers and guest speakers. I have also had opportunities that I would not have been able to experience if I had not enrolled in the Bachelor of Social Work.”

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BACHELOR OF SOCIALWORK

BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK

The Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) has been approved by the Social Workers’ Registration Board and will give you the competency skills and training needed to become a successful Social Worker.

B S W B E N E F I T S

The BSW has been approved by the Social Workers >

Registration Board.

A challenging programme of study taught in a supportive >

learning environment.

Balance of theory and practice. >

New Zealand needs more qualifi ed social workers and the >

BSW will give graduates long term career prospects.

The BSW is taught in partnership between the University of Waikato and Bay of Plenty Polytechnic in Tauranga.

The BSW is the professional qualification for anyone who cares about people, wants to make a difference to people’s lives and create positive changes to society. Social Workers are currently sought after in New Zealand and abroad. Upon completion of the degree, students can find work in a range of different social service settings, including district health boards, family service centres, government agencies and more.

The University of Waikato Social Work programme is a specified programme of study which focuses on social policy and social issues, family, social work approaches and decision making, social science research, community development, social justice, and bicultural and multicultural social work practices.

Credit ArrangementsStudents who have completed the Bay of Plenty Polytechnic’s Diploma in Social Practice are guaranteed credit of 225 points (almost half of the BSW), provided their Diploma was completed within the last five years. Students who completed the Diploma of Social Practice prior to 2003 and students who completed other tertiary study may also apply for credit. This will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

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Social Work > p89

Practical ExperiencePlacement in a work environment is an essential component of the BSW. In the third and fourth year of study students develop practical experience through work placements in a social service agency.

Entry RequirementsIf you have New Zealand University Entrance, you are eligible to apply for the BSW. All applicants must complete and return a Police Clearance Check (INCIS) form. The University will request a clearance check from the Ministry of Justice for each applicant in order to assess, against the University’s and Social Worker Registration Board’s criteria, whether the applicant is a fit and proper person to practise social work. Applicants will be interviewed by at least two members of a selection panel, including the Programme Coordinator. All applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.




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SOCP102Introduction to Social Policy

SOCW101Introduction to the Social Work Profession

SOCW102Introduction to Social Work Theory

SOCY101 Introduction to Sociology

TTWA150Te Tiriti o Waitangi: An Introduction to the Treaty of Waitangi

SOCP206 Social Policy and Social Issues

SOCW201 Social Work Issues

SOCW202Social Work Approaches

SOCY222Sociology of the Family

SSRP202The Practice of Social Science Research

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SOCP303 Analysis of Social Policy Issues

SOCW204 Social Justice, Ethics and Law

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> Available in Tauranga only, delivered in partnership with Bay of Plenty Polytechnic, see page 21 for more information.


IRENE GROUND, BSpLS Healthy Communities CoordinatorWaikato Primary Health

Irene Ground gets people moving. She helps them make a significant lifestyle changes to improve their quality of life.

“My role is to recruit, train and retain local volunteers as community health coaches to deliver programmes to the community. Most of our programmes are about getting the community started on the journey to wellness, but it is up to them - kei a koe - only they can make the change to make the difference. We are currently running Get Walking, Get Cooking, Get Gardening, Get Moving classes.

“Helping people make small changes can make a big difference to their day-to-day living, and that’s what makes my job so rewarding.”

BACHELOR OF SPORTANDLEISURESTUDIES

B S p L S C A R E E R O P P O RT U N I T I E S

Community Sports Coordinator

Events Manager

Health Promoter

National Sports Organisations

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Personal Trainer

Physical Education Teacher

Recreation Coordinator

Regional Sports Trust Worker

Sport and Leisure Promotion and Management

Sports Administrator


BACHELOR OF SPORTANDLEISURESTUDIES

BACHELOR OF SPORT AND LEISURE STUDIES

With a Bachelor of Sport and Leisure Studies (BSpLS) from Waikato, you can take your interest and turn it into a career. Our popular degree gives you the tools to understand and help develop one of New Zealand’s most rapidly growing industries.



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SPLS101Social & Cultural Aspects of Sport & Leisure

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Sport and leisure are increasingly important parts of the New Zealand economy and lifestyle. Good leaders are vital in such a dynamic and fast-moving environment – we’re equipping you to shape the industry rather than follow someone else’s lead.

Your first year will examine the policies, politics and planning behind New Zealand’s sport and leisure industry, trends within the industry and the impact of sport and leisure choices on individuals and society. In the second year, you will focus on how to become an effective leader as well as understand how your own experiences and beliefs about sport and leisure are affected by the culture in which you live. We also encourage students to volunteer in their communities and so gain valuable industry experience.

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Sport and Leisure Studies > p92


Pathways in Sport and LeisureThese pathways are an indication only. If you would like help in choosing papers to structure your degree towards a particular career, please contact the Student Recruitment Office on 0800 WAIKATO or 07 838 4007.

Event Management/Public RelationsSpLS: Papers in Management, Media Representation and Legal Issues in Sport and LeisureSupport: Marketing, Management Communication or Public Relations

Exercise Physiology/Personal TrainingSpLS: Papers in Nutrition and Well-being, Injury Prevention and InstructingSupport: Psychology, Science or a Management subject

Outdoor Adventure Leaders/TourismSpLS: Papers in Adventure Programming and Outdoor LeadershipSupport: Tourism

TeachingSpLS: Papers in Sport for Youth, Dance, Physical Education, Skill Acquisition, and Psychology of Sport and Exercise.Support: A curriculum subject, which can be taught in schools. For example, Geography, Mathematics or a subject that deals with youth such as Human Development or Education Studies.

Conjoint BSpLS/BTchg DegreeIf you are interested in teaching Physical Education and Health at secondary level, you may apply to do a conjoint degree, which provides the opportunity to complete a BSpLS with a BTchg over a four-year period. You can also complete a three-year BSpLS degree and then apply for a one-year Graduate Diploma of Teaching.

Practical Experience A number of papers at all levels link theory and practice through laboratories, practical projects and work placements.

B S p L S B E N E F I T S

Strong partnerships with the sport and leisure industry. >

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Entry RequirementsIf you have New Zealand University Entrance, you will be guaranteed admission to the BSpLS degree. All other applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.




ANDREW PEART, BTchg (Primary)TeacherFrom building houses to building a love of learning – Andrew Peart has no regrets about his recent career change.

The Hamilton primary school teacher says his career is very rewarding. “No two days are the same, actually no two minutes are the same. I have learned so much and as long as I stay teaching I will not stop learning. I love that fact that with teaching, when the students are switched on, there are 28 pairs of eyes that look up to you with a spark that makes anything seem possible.”

He says he left university inspired to make a difference in children’s lives but he has found it works both ways. “Teachers can leave fingerprints on the lives of the students they teach and likewise, students can leave fingerprints on the hearts of their teachers.”

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B T c h g C A R E E R O P P O RT U N I T I E S

There is more to a teaching degree than being in a classroom. With a BTchg or GradDipT, you can go on to further study in areas such as educational leadership, counselling and special education. Other areas of employment could include working for government departments and community education groups.




As a teacher, you will be joining a privileged group whose guidance may make all the difference to the life of a child or young person. Teaching is an exciting, challenging, inspiring and immensely rewarding career.

When you study teaching, you are learning how to facilitate, how to lead, how to organise, how to plan, how to analyse and how to manage. More importantly, you are learning how to instil a love of learning in your students. In some of our teaching programmes you will be part of a Tutorial Group or TGroup, formed in your first year. This is a close-knit group that mentors, motivates and supports all its members from day one.

Practical Experience Much of your learning will be on the job through a practicum or work placement. On your practicum, you will be working full-time in a classroom or early childhood service under the guidance of associate teachers. Through your practical, you’ll develop valuable teaching strategies and add practical experience to your theoretical learning.

Early ChildhoodThe three-year BTchg (Early Childhood) qualification teaches students about all aspects of Te Whāriki – the Early Childhood Curriculum. We also offer the Ki Taiao programme for those interested in teaching in a Māori medium early childhood setting (eg. Kohanga Reo). By 2012 it will be mandatory for all early childhood teachers to have a recognised early childhood teaching qualification. The BTchg programme fits those requirements. Waikato staff members were instrumental in developing Te Whāriki.

Primary The three-year (Primary) programme is structured so you get and good grounding in all aspects of the NZ curriculum. Outside of your core papers you may choose option papers of particular interest to you.

We offer the three-year BTchg - Kākano Rua programme for those interested in teaching in English medium, English/Māori and Māori medium classrooms. To increase your Te Reo fluency you can also add an extra year to this qualification by completing a Graduate Diploma (Te Reo).

The Primary BTchg Mixed Media Presentation programme includes the same papers as the BTchg campus-based programme. Students learn through face-to-face teaching and audio-conferencing, although most material is taught online.

Secondary, Middle and Primary In this four-year conjoint degree programme, you will complete two degrees – a BTchg majoring in Professional Education and a subject degree from one of our other Schools or Faculty. The two degrees are interwoven so they support and enhance one another. This programme allows you to continue studying at advanced levels in both teaching and your specialist subject. Also offered is a four-year Bachelor of Education (Technology) for aspirant technology teachers.

Graduate Diploma of Teaching (GradDipT)This one-year qualification is for you if you already have a degree.Programmes are available for early childhood, primary and secondaryteaching. If you want to become a secondary teacher, you will need to have teaching subjects strongly located in your first degree. There is also a two-year programme for career changers with industry qualifications wanting to become teachers (page 52 Engineering or page 60 Hospitality Management).

Entry RequirementsIf you have a New Zealand University Entrance, you are eligible to apply for the BTchg. If you have a NZ degree or a level 7 diploma with at least 72 points at 300 level, you are eligible forthe GradDipT programmes.

Note: teacher education applicants will need to apply early (preferably between August – November) as all applicants are subject to an interview and selection process. Contact the School of Education for an application pack phone 0800 83 22 42 or email [email protected]

A selection process applies and you may be required to attend an interview. Applications are accepted throughout the year and each application will be considered on a case-by case basis.



TeachNZ Scholarship – TeachNZ provides information and scholarships for people considering teaching, overseas trained teachers and people returning to teaching.

> Visit www.teachnz.govt.nz

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Waikato is a nationally and internationally respected teacher >

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> Early Childhood, Primary and the GradDipT are also available in Tauranga in association with Bay of Plenty Polytechnic. See page 22 for more information.


SIMONE DE JONG, BTour

Communications and Marketing Hamilton City Council

Simone de Jong knows every event in Hamilton, right down to the tiniest detail. She helps co-ordinate and implement large-scale events for Hamilton City Council, including Hamilton 400 V8s, Balloons over Waikato, Repco Rally New Zealand and Hamilton Gardens Summer Festival. Tourism is constantly evolving in Hamilton, a city where is tourism is booming.

One thing is sure, no two days are the same for Simone. One day she is assisting with brand recognition at an event Hamilton city has sponsored, and the next she is hosting VIPs at a national event such as the V8s.

“Hamilton is attracting tourists through hosting hallmark events and conferences – Events like the V8s are putting Hamilton on the map worldwide” she says.

“Visitor numbers keep growing and we make Hamilton an attractive area to host these types of world-class events. In return, our visitor numbers rise and we create more employment opportunities and income for local businesses.

At the same time we also need to be aware of tourism’s negative impacts such as its effect on the environment. Therefore we also run campaigns such as “greening the V8s” where we try to get as many people to bus, bike or walk in the city when events are on.”

Simone also markets the Hamilton brand to New Zealand, through various methods including working with key council services and facilities to implement and co-ordinate marketing plans.

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Hospitality Manager

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Regional Tourism Adviser

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Tourism Entrepreneur

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BACHELOR OF TOURISM

BACHELOR OF TOURISM

With a Bachelor of Tourism (BTour), you will be joining the world’s fastest-growing industry at a time when your combination of practical business skills and industry knowledge will be most valuable.

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MSYS121The World of Electronic Commerce

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† TOMG390 may be counted in place of TOMG301 for your first major if you take a 2nd major in another available BTour subject

Candidates enrolling in the Waikato Management School must demonstrate competency in writing, as prescribed in the Waikato Management School Student Handbook and undertake an Employment Skills module toward the end of the degree.


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Internationally recognised teaching staff with strong national >

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Unique emphasis on developing a constructive and critical >

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Tourism and tourist activities are exploding and the need for balanced growth that avoids environmental, cultural and social damage is acute. From the understanding of business opportunities and the broad knowledge of national and international management gained through the BTour, you will be well-equipped to shape the tourism and hospitality industries of the future.

The BTour combines papers from management, leisure studies and social sciences to offer a broad perspective of tourism and hospitality. You will learn how these two industries are changing to accommodate new pressures and emerging trends as well as gain valuable business, environmental, social and planning skills and understand the importance of ethical and culturally aware decision-making.

The BTour has been developed with input from tourism and hospitality businesses and senior members of the sectors continue to guide its development. Our faculty, your lecturers, consult widely on industry issues and they bring that hands-on experience of new trends, challenges and industry responses to their teaching.

This degree provides a wide range of employment opportunities at sporting festivals and large leisure events, and in international, national and regional organisations such as tourism boards, hotels and resorts, international tourism consultancies and historic attractions.

Majors

Hospitality Management > p60Tourism Development > p98Tourism Management > p98

Your second major can be chosen from any undergraduate subject; this choice may mean that you need to take extra papers If you choose to take a second major you will need to carefully plan your programme in the first year, as you will need to take at least one year one paper at 200 level for your second major. You might also like to consider geography or a language as your second major. For further information talk to your School of Studies.

Specialisations A specialisation is similar to a major in that it is a group of papers in a specific subject area, though it usually requires fewer papers than a major. It is optional whether to take a specialisation.


Practical Experience Students can do work placement papers in the areas of accommodation and food and beverage management, while the directed study paper TOMG/TOST390 allows students to plan and carry out their own research. During their degree, tourism students can work directly with businesses and have the chance to travel on research trips. The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences also offers work placements at 200 and 300 level.

Entry RequirementsIf you have New Zealand University Entrance, you will be guaranteed entry to this degree. All other applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Students are required to have 14 credits in Level 3 English or Te Reo Māori or History (including Achievement Standard 3.5) or Classical Studies (including Achievement Standard 3.3) or they will be required to take certain prerequisite papers in their first year of study.


GLOSSARY

100, 200, 300, 400 Levels:These refer to the different levels at which papers are taught and are usually associated with years of study. First year (100 level) papers are more general while fourth year (400 level) papers are more advanced.

Bachelors Degree: This is a first degree. It is sometimes also called an undergraduate degree. It takes a minimum of three or four years of study to complete.

Calendar: The University’s official record of rules and regulations, staff, papers, dates, etc. It is available online at http://calendar.waikato.ac.nz

Campus: The grounds and buildings of the University are known as the campus.

Conjoint Degree: This is a special programme in which you study for two Bachelors degrees at the same time, e.g. BA/LLB (Arts and Law). Some universities call this a double degree.

Department: An academic unit within a School of Studies/Faculty that is responsible for teaching a particular subject e.g. Chemistry Department.

EFTS (Equivalent Full-time Student): This relates directly to points –120 points equate to one EFTS. StudyLink uses this information.

Electives: These are papers from outside your major which you choose. An elective can be from almost any subject taught within the University.

Graduate: A person who has been awarded a university degree.

Lectures: You will be required to attend two to four hours of lectures each week for each of your papers. There may be as many as 300 students in a lecture. The lecturer stands at the front of the lecture theatre and speaks, writes on the board and shows overheads and videos while you listen and note down the most significant information. These notes are important as they form the starting point from which you will do further research.

Major: This is the main subject in your degree. A second major is when you study two subjects in depth. To major in a subject, you study it to a higher level, i.e. 300 or 400 Level.

Paper: This is similar to a topic at secondary school. To complete each paper, you will be required to participate in a range of lectures, tutorials and maybe some practical work. Each paper is assessed and, on passing, you will gain points towards a degree.

Points: Degree requirements are expressed in terms of points (e.g. a three-year degree generally requires 360 points). Points bear a direct relationship to workload; one point equates to approximately 10 hours’ total work; so a student might expect to spend about 150 hours in total during a semester on a 15-point paper.

Postgraduate: This refers to study above undergraduate level.

Prerequisite: A prerequisite is a requirement to have studied a subject to a certain standard before you can enrol in that particular paper, e.g. 14 credits at NCEA Level 3. At university, different papers may have a prerequisite requirement to have passed another paper, e.g. you may have to complete a specific first-year paper before you can enrol in a particular second-year paper.

Programme of Study: The papers that you are enrolled in each year make up your programme of study for that year. Most full-time first-year programmes will include eight papers.

Restriction: A restriction against a paper means you cannot do that paper if you have done a paper with similar content, e.g. JAPA102 is restricted against JAPA232.

Schools of Studies/Faculty: The Schools of Studies represent a broad division of learning within the University. Each consists of a number of different departments. Waikato has six Schools of Studies and the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.

Semester: Similar to a school term, a semester is a teaching period of approximately 12 weeks. There are two semesters per year and they are known as Semester A, which starts in February and ends in June, and Semester B, which starts in July and ends in November. Most of Waikato papers are semester papers but there are some full-year and Summer School papers.

Specialisation: A specialisation is a study theme within a degree or major that enables you to focus on a particular area of interest, e.g. you can do a Bachelor of Science majoring in Computer Science and with a specialisation in Artificial Intelligence.

Subject: An area of study, e.g. Accounting, Biological Sciences, History.

Summer School: Summer School papers can be used to catch up on failed papers, fit in with other commitments, reduce workload in other semesters and as a “kick-start” to some graduate programmes.

Supporting Subject: This is a subject that is studied in some depth but not in as much depth as the major subject.

Timetable: Your timetable is your programme of lectures and tutorials. You can check your timetable at http://timetable.waikato.ac.nz

Tutorials: In addition to attending lectures, you will attend tutorials or “tutes” as they are more commonly known. There will be fewer people in your tutorial than at your lecture, usually 20-25 students. The tutorial is led by a tutor who may be a postgraduate student or a member of the academic staff (your tutor is not usually your lecturer). In tutorials, you talk about issues that have arisen out of the lectures and the readings you have been doing. Sometimes there are exercises or small tests to complete. As well as leading the tutorial group, the tutor is responsible for marking your essays and assignments.

Undergraduate: A person who is studying at university for a first degree.

Vice-Chancellor: The head of the University. At Waikato, the Vice-Chancellor is Professor Roy Crawford.

Waikato Pathways College: Waikato Pathways College (WPC) provides pathways to degree study which include academic, specific purpose and English Language programmes. Short courses and seminars are offered as part of our continuing education programme. WPC also provides academic support for all tertiary students.

As you start gathering information from universities, you will realise that each institution has its own terminology. Here are some of the most common words and phrases at Waikato.

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