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Waikato Global Experiences Blog

Read first-hand exchange and global experience stories from University of Waikato students. Browse by destination, subject, or topic, and find stories from students who've been exactly where you are now.

  • Exchange by Region
    • Asia
      • Hong Kong
        • Chinese University of Hong Kong
      • Japan
        • International Christian University
        • Kansai Gaidai University
        • Kwansei Gakuin University
      • Malaysia
        • University of Malaya
      • Singapore
        • Nanyang Technological University
        • National Institute of Education
      • South Korea
        • Yonsei University
      • Taiwan
        • National Chengchi University
    • Australia
      • The University of Newcastle
      • University of Wollongong
    • Europe
      • Belgium
        • Ghent University
      • Denmark
        • VIA University College
      • France
        • KEDGE Business School
      • Germany
        • German Sport University
        • Technical University of Munich
        • University of Münster
      • Netherlands
        • Maastricht University – School of Business and Economics
        • Rotterdam School of Management
        • University College Maastricht
      • Norway
        • University of Bergen
      • Spain
        • University of Alicante
      • Sweden
        • Jönköping International Business School
    • North America
      • Canada
        • University of Calgary
        • University of Ottawa
        • University of Victoria
      • Hawai’i
        • University of Hawai’i at Hilo
        • University of Hawai’i at Manoa
      • Mexico
        • Universidad de las Américas Puebla
      • USA
        • Arizona State University
        • Florida State University
        • Purdue University Fort Wayne (ISEP)
        • UC Berkeley
        • UC Los Angeles
        • UC San Diego
        • University of Montana
        • University of North Carolina Wilmington
    • United Kingdom
      • England
        • Lancaster University
        • University of Liverpool
      • Scotland
        • University of Glasgow
        • University of Stirling
        • University of Strathclyde
      • Wales
        • Cardiff University
  • Exchange by Subject
    • Arts, Design, & Media
    • Business & Management
    • Communications & Marketing
    • Computing & Mathematical Sciences
    • Engineering
    • English & Writing
    • Environmental Planning
    • Finance & Economics
    • Global Studies
    • Health
    • Language & Culture
    • Law
    • Māori & Indigenous Studies
    • Political & Social Sciences
    • Psychology
    • Science & Earth Sciences
    • Sport & Human Performance
    • Teaching
  • Student Life
    • Accessibility
    • Accommodation
    • Cost of Living
    • Extracurricular Activities
    • Food
    • Getting around Campus
    • Language Barriers
    • Local Culture
    • Papers
    • Travelling while Abroad
  • Global Internships
  • Short-term Experiences
  • Alumni Stories

Category: University of Wollongong

Accommodation, Australia, Exchange by Region, Exchange by Subject, Getting around Campus, Law, Local Culture, Student Life, University of Wollongong

A little community by the Coast

October 8, 2025November 14, 2025 Waikato Global Experiences

Living by the Coast is like living inside a little summer bubble all year round. Everyone’s a bit more easygoing, there’s always someone heading down for a swim or a walk, and the sunsets are unreal. Continue reading A little community by the Coast

Australia, Exchange by Region, Exchange by Subject, Law, University of Wollongong

A law student in Wollongong

June 10, 2025May 27, 2025 Waikato Global Experiences

Hi! I’m Rebecca, and I’m in my final year of studying law. I’ve always wanted to experience part of my degree abroad, and going on exchange felt like the perfect way to do something exciting before I graduate. Continue reading A law student in Wollongong

Australia, Communications & Marketing, Exchange by Region, Exchange by Subject, University of Wollongong

Crossing the ditch to Wollongong

December 4, 2024July 2, 2025 Waikato Global Experiences

Hi, my name is Rumbi and I’m currently a final-year Communications student, majoring in Creative Media and minoring in Public Relations. Continue reading Crossing the ditch to Wollongong

Australia, Exchange by Region, Exchange by Subject, Getting around Campus, Psychology, Student Life, University of Wollongong

My Exchange Down Under 

September 30, 2024November 17, 2025 Waikato Global Experiences

I’m over halfway through my exchange now and the time has flown by very quickly! I’ve really enjoyed my time here so far and cannot believe that I have just under two months left before my exchange is over. Continue reading My Exchange Down Under 

Australia, Exchange by Region, Exchange by Subject, Psychology, University of Wollongong

Amelie in Australia

June 6, 2024July 2, 2025 Waikato Global Experiences

Hey, my name is Amelie. I’m currently in my second year of my Bachelor of Social Science degree, majoring in psychology. This will be my first time going abroad, which I’m super excited about. Continue reading Amelie in Australia

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