Waikato University has outlined a comprehensive schedule for its 2023 academic year, encompassing various important dates, study advice events, and a diverse range of activities on campus and in the community. This article provides a detailed overview of these dates and events, offering students, faculty, and staff essential information to plan their year effectively.
January 2023
- 1st Jan: New Year’s Day.
- 2nd Jan: Day after New Year’s Day.
- 3rd Jan: New Year Day observed.
- 4th Jan: Start of Teaching Period H and the continuation of Trimester C.
- 30th Jan: Auckland Anniversary Day.
February 2023
- 6th Feb: Waitangi Day.
- 10th Feb: Final teaching day of Trimester C and Teaching Period H.
- 13th Feb: Study break and examinations begin.
- 17th Feb: Examinations for Teaching Period H and Trimester C end.
- 20th Feb: Teaching recess; Enrolment and O week commence.
- 27th Feb: Start of Trimester A and full-year classes.
March & April 2023
- Notable holidays including Good Friday (7th April) and Easter Monday (10th April).
- Mid-trimester recess for Trimester A begins on 10th April, with classes resuming on 24th April.
- ANZAC Day observed on 25th April.
May 2023
- 26th-27th May: Open days in Hamilton.
June 2023
- 2nd Jun: Final teaching day of Trimester A.
- 5th Jun: King’s Birthday and beginning of Trimester A study week.
- 9th Jun: Open day in Tauranga.
- 12th-23rd Jun: Trimester A examinations.
- 26th Jun: Start of the teaching recess.
July 2023
- 3rd Jul: Commencement of teaching recess and enrolment for the O week.
- 10th Jul: Trimester B begins.
- 14th Jul: Matariki holiday.
Related: Waikato Uni days 2024
August & September 2023
- 21st Aug: Trimester B mid-trimester recess starts.
- 4th Sep: Resumption of Trimester B.
- 14th Sep: Kīngitanga Day.
October 2023
- 13th Oct: Final teaching day of Trimester B.
- 16th Oct: Start of Trimester B study week.
- 23rd Oct: Labour Day.
- 24th Oct: Trimester B examinations commence.
November 2023
- 3rd Nov: End of Trimester B examinations.
- 6th Nov: Beginning of teaching recess.
- 13th Nov: Start of Trimester C and Teaching Period G.
December 2023
- 15th Dec: End of Teaching Period G.
- 18th Dec: Start of teaching recess.
- 20th Dec: University holiday begins.
- 25th Dec: Christmas Day.
- 26th Dec: Boxing Day.
This calendar provides a comprehensive guide for students and faculty to navigate the 2023 academic year at Waikato University, ensuring they are well-prepared for the various academic milestones and events scheduled throughout 2023.