At Waikato Institute of Technology we are committed to being a major national provider of world-class tertiary education and training. Our focus is on delivering vocational, skill-based and industry supported learning to enhance employment opportunities, and quality professional development.

Most people will have several careers or occupations during their time in employment. Along with other knowledge and skills, students need the information management skills appropriate to the present economy. They also need the ability to adapt to those changes foreseen and those not presently imagined. The commitment to "lifetime learning" is of vital importance.

Waikato Institute of Technology provides certificate, diploma, degree and post-graduate programmes, ranging from practical trades courses through to degrees in Applied Social Science, Information Technology, Nursing, Midwifery, Business, Media Arts and Sport and Exercise Science.