THE UNIVERSITY OF WAIKATO
Faculty of Engineering
(Times Higher Education 2019)
Waikato School of Engineering
The Faculty of Engineering is home to some of the most well-respected researchers in the science and engineering communities. Waikato researchers are amongst the best in the country. Teaching and research in the Faculty is supported by first-class facilities and some of the world’s most advanced laboratory equipment.
Bachelor of Engineering with Honours
This program is the basis for a professional career in engineering, and at Waikato you’re provided with plenty of opportunities to apply what you’ve learnt in real-life work situations.The program focuses on how problems can be solved by using design and engineering processes. At every stage of your degree, you’ll be involved in creating, designing and realising sophisticated engineering products. You will have the opportunity to showcase your research and design work at the Oji Fibre Solutions Engineering Design Show – a conference-style event open to industry and the public.
As a Waikato engineering student you will also complete 800 hours of work experience – usually paid – with a company or organisation that suits your interests, and you’ll make valuable industry contacts which in many cases leads to part or full-time work.
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Electronic Engineering
Electronic engineers design, build and maintain many of the latest technologies that society relies on, including: Smart phones, the internet, drones, medical diagnostic equipment, efficient and safe fossil-fuel craft, electric vehicles, alternative energy, agricultural management systems, computers, smart factories, navigation aids for aircraft, human implants, electronic toys and games.
There is a global shortage of electronic engineers, and the New Zealand Government has set a priority to expand electronics education. When you graduate you will be in demand by employers looking for capable graduates with the practical experience and robust engineering and design skills you will gain at Waikato.
An important part of the Electronic Engineering programme at the University of Waikato is supported work placements into relevant industries. This gives you the opportunity for paid work experience while further exploring the field of Electronic Engineering you could choose for your career.
Career Options
Electronic Engineer, Manufacturing Manager, Mechatronic Engineer, Product Design Engineer, Embedded Programmer, Research and Development
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Chemical and Biological Engineering
Chemical and Biological Engineering uses process engineering, science and maths principles to transform chemical and biological materials into high value products and services, in a safe and cost-effective way. As a chemical or biological engineer, you could play a vital role in the creation and production of new medicines, nutritious foods, novel materials, new energy sources, better waste treatment methods and a sustainable global future.
Research into bioprocess engineering is a major part of the wider Chemical and Biological Engineering programme at the University of Waikato. Current research being carried out by the University's bioprocess engineering research group includes fermentation of functional foods, production of high value pharmaceuticals, and bioconversion of food waste into value-added chemicals. This research work involves strong industrial collaborations across a wide range of sectors, especially in food, agriculture and energy.
An important part of the Chemical and Biological Engineering programme at the University of Waikato is supported work placements into relevant industries. This gives you the opportunity for paid work experience while exploring the field of Chemical and Biological Engineering you could choose for your career.
Career Options
Biochemical Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Food Processing Engineer, Process Design Engineer, Product Development Engineer, Quality Control Engineer, Research and Development Engineer
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
Waikato Mechanical Engineering programme is strongly based on project-based learning. It combines mechanical engineering, science and mathematics papers to give you a good understanding of engineering theory and practice. Study topics such as mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics, materials science, structural analysis and electricity. In your 2nd and 3rd years you can choose papers to focus on either a Mechatronics Stream or a Manufacturing and Energy Stream.
- Be part of the Waikato Formula SAE team, where students design and build their own race car, and compete in the Formula SAE Australasia competition, usually held in Australia.
- At 3rd year, you will work in groups to design, manufacture and test a machine to meet a real-world design brief and specifications.
University of Waikato has supported work placements in relevant industries. This gives you the opportunity for paid work experience while further exploring the field of Mechanical Engineering you could choose for your career.
Career Options
Aeronautical Engineer, Agricultural Engineer, Automation Engineer, Energy Engineer, Equipment Prototype Engineer, Materials Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Process Engineer, Product Developer, Project Manager
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Materials & Process Engineering
Learn how to add value to raw materials used to manufacture a number of useful products, while minimising waste. These products can be as varied as dietary formulae, foods, ceramics that can withstand high temperatures, new metal alloys, pharmaceuticals, laminated boards, functional proteins, and composites.
Materials engineers make critical decisions in selecting and developing the best materials for a particular purpose. As a materials engineer you could work on a number of diverse projects, including understanding the properties and uses of wood and steel, designing and constructing new filters for sewage treatment, and providing new materials for the energy industry.
Process engineers make critical decisions in the processes and utilities required to manufacture a product. As a process engineer you could work on converting trees into paper and fibre board, iron sand into steel, effluent into drinkable water and producing solar panels for electricity generation.
The programme supported work placements into relevant industries. This gives you the opportunity for paid work experience while exploring first-hand the field of Materials and Process Engineering you could choose for your career.
Career Options
Energy Efficiency Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Materials Engineer (plastics, composites, metallurgy), Process Design Engineer, Products/process Development Engineer
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) Environmental Engineering
Environmental engineers work to protect water, air, soil and built environments. They evaluate and assess options, design equipment and systems, and develop regulations and controls, seek to solve issues of water quality, water supply, waste reduction and disposal, soil and air quality management, and noise. Environmental Engineering graduates with strong technical and communication skills are in demand, in New Zealand and around the world.
During your degree you will learn how to identify, monitor and solve important problems associated with the environment, resource allocation and use, and sustainability. Our programme is multi-disciplinary, combining the fundamentals of engineering, science, mathematics, and computing, with the study of water resources and quality, earth and ocean environments, environmental planning, modelling and sustainability, process energy and management.
The programme supports work placements into relevant industries. This gives you the opportunity for paid work experience while exploring first-hand the field of Environmental Engineering you could choose for your career.
Career Options
Environmental Engineer, Water and Sanitary Engineer, Public/Environmental Health Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, Sustainability Engineer, Restoration Engineer, Resource/Waste Management Engineer
MASTER OF ENGINEERING PRACTICE (MENGPRAC)
Master of Engineering Practice Electronic Engineering
Science graduates with electronics skills are sought after by many industries that use or manufacture electronic equipment. New Zealand's electronics manufacturing industry is one of the fastest-growing industries in the country. NZ companies are targeting niche markets, such as telecommunications, and exporting their products all over the world.
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, to developments in the latest audio and video technologies.
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. Solar cells, fibre optics and lasers are integral components of everyday devices such as supermarket barcode scanners and long distance communication systems.
Mechatronics combines aspects of electronic software 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.
Career Options
Design Engineer, Electronic Engineer, Electronic Technician, Information Systems Engineer
Mechatronic Designer, Embedded Programmer
Master of Engineering Practice Material & Process
Efficiently converting the world's raw materials and commodity goods into products is important to the global economy. To do this, we need to understand the properties of materials as diverse as food, wood, metals, plastics and fuel.
Learn how to add value to raw materials used to manufacture a number of useful products, while minimising waste. These products can be as varied as dietary formulae, foods, ceramics that can withstand high temperatures, new metal alloys, pharmaceuticals, laminated boards, functional proteins, and composites.
Materials and processing skills are used in industrial and other activities where materials are undergoing chemical, biochemical or physical changes.
At Waikato you will learn about process science, which involves knowing how to prepare raw materials, how to make reactions occur, and how to separate and purify products. You will understand how to limit and treat wastes, minimise energy use, and consider sustainable processes.
Career Options
Biotechnologist, Composite Engineer, Materials Scientist, Process Engineer, Product Developer
Master of Engineering Practice Mechanical Engineering
Gain specialist skills and knowledge in electronics, materials and processing and mechanical engineering with an internationally relevant Master of Engineering Practice.
Mechanical engineering uses mechanics and energy principles to design, research, develop and manufacture tools, engines, motors and other devices.
Career Options
Aeronautical Engineer, Agricultural Engineer, Automation Engineer, Energy Engineer, Equipment Prototype Engineer, Materials Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Process Engineer
Master of Management Studies
The Master of Management Studies (MMS) degree will bring you closer to the frontiers of knowledge in your specialist field, and prepare you for leadership roles that require a high level of critical thinking and information analysis.
This degree normally includes both taught and research papers, but can also be taken as a full research degree. If you're looking to accelerate your professional career by gaining expertise in an area of business you're passionate about, or want to prepare for a PhD or research career, this degree is designed for you.
Main Subjects Available:
- Accounting
- Agribusiness
- Economics
- Finance
- Human Resource Management
- International Management
- Leadership Communication
- Management & Sustainability
- Management System
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Strategic Management
- Tourism & Hospitality Management
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