Category: Short-term Experiences

Short-term Experiences

Exploring science, culture and World Heritage in Chengdu

Waikato Global Experiences

Earth and Environmental Science student Lauren Hutchinson reflects on her Scientific Exploration and World Heritage Programme in Chengdu, China. From giant pandas and geological research to cultural immersion and lifelong friendships, discover how the experience broadened her perspective, strengthened her passion for environmental science, and inspired future international opportunities. Continue reading Exploring science, culture and World Heritage in Chengdu

Short-term Experiences
the anshun bridge chengdu china

Meet the Chengdu Summer Camp students!

Waikato Global Experiences

The World Heritage & Scientific Exploration Youth Summer Camp is a fully funded 10-day experience in Chengdu, China, for 2 students. Over 10 exciting days, students will dive into cutting-edge science, ecological conservation, and China’s incredible World Cultural Heritage through hands-on field visits and expert lectures — all while building lasting friendships with peers from sister cities around the globe. Continue reading Meet the Chengdu Summer Camp students!

2026, Short-term Experiences, UNITAR Programme, Geneva Switzerland (2026)

From Aotearoa to Geneva: lessons from the United Nations.

Waikato Global Experiences

Kia ora, my name is Letitia, and I recently had the incredible opportunity to take part in a short-term programme with the United Nations through UREKA and UNITAR. I was drawn to this experience because of my strong interest in international policy and diplomacy, and I hoped it would give me insight into how global decision-making works in practice. Continue reading From Aotearoa to Geneva: lessons from the United Nations.

2026, Computing & Mathematical Sciences, Exchange by Region, Exchange by Subject, Health, Local Culture, Papers, Short-term Experiences, Student Life, Travelling while Abroad

Halfway Through My NZPMSA Journey: Learning, Culture, and Finding Community in India

Waikato Global Experiences

Hey! I’m Shreeya Gupte, and I’ve just finished my second year of a Bachelor of Health, majoring in Biomedical Science and Computer Science at the University of Waikato. I’m incredibly grateful to have been awarded the New Zealand Prime Minister’s Scholarship for Asia (NZPMSA) Group Programme, hosted by IndoGenius. Continue reading Halfway Through My NZPMSA Journey: Learning, Culture, and Finding Community in India