Computer Science and Software Engineering

Research in Computer Science and Software Engineering spans different groups and a central research center, with considerable overlap in activities.

Search our staff who contribute to teaching and research in Computer Science and Software Engineering.

I think the lecturers at Waikato did a fantastic job to choose the material and cover all the necessary topics. It just makes life so much easier at work!
Claudia Wu
Bachelor of Science
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My teachers back home had told me that the University’s research programme was really strong and I was pleased that it lived up to its reputation. My work with the cyber security lab helped me to fine-tune my practical skills.
Francine Tan
Francine has enjoyed the practical elements of the University of Waikato’s course structure, crediting the University cyber security lab for her practical skills.
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I wanted to learn more about cybersecurity, and to study it in-depth. After researching options in NZ, where I was keen to move to study, I saw the University of Waikato was the only university that offered a dedicated qualification in cybersecurity.
Giri Selvanathan
Master of Cyber Security
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My experience as an adult learner has been excellent. I have had excellent mathematics department mentors who are always eager to help.
Jarrod Broughton
Jarrod Broughton (Pakakohi) was given another shot at university, and he didn’t waste it.
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I would recommend studying computer science at Waikato University. I believe we have high quality courses on offer, particularly at the postgraduate level, taught by world experts in several fields.
Rory Mitchell
Doctor of Philosophy
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