Te Whare Wanaka o Aoraki Lincoln University a significant economic generator for Selwyn

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Lincoln has around 3400 students and 600plus staff nestled in a population of 65,000 in Selwyn, already a fast-growing and vibrant district, so is sure to have an impact.

There is also a significant benefit from the research carried out at Lincoln. There is shown to be a long-term return to the economy of over $5 for every dollar invested in university research in New Zealand.

As a specialist land-based university, its unique research and education contributes to creating a greater understanding of the relationship between land, food and ecosystems.

Universities make a direct economic contribution to any region through their purchase of local goods and services and the spending by students and staff.

A 2016 study carried out by the New Zealand Institute of Economic Research (NZIER) found that Lincoln University directly spends $71 million, while students, who come from around New Zealand and the world, spend $94 million. This spending generates more cash flow in the area, estimated at $594 million. A report on the study, entitled Economic impact of universities – An analysis of the contribution of New Zealand universities to economic activity, is available on

Lincoln is ranked at 368 overall in the QS World University Rankings and first-equal of the New Zealand universities in the subjects of agriculture and forestry. The University is also ranked fourth-equal out of eight New Zealand universities in THE World University Rankings for 2023.

Leading research and development for the benefit of the primary sector, it hosts 17 research centres, and develops strategic relationships with like-minded organisations, including Crown Research Institutes (CRIs) such as AgResearch, also based in Lincoln, iwi, central and local government agencies. Physical proximity makes the transfer of knowledge and technology easier from universities. Businesses, as well as CRIs located near universities, can more easily take advantage of information and ideas, all adding up to making Lincoln the centre of a unique knowledge hub.

Innovations such as ClearTech, an effluent treatment system that recycles water and increases effluent storage capability, and the

Ecopond system which removes virtually all methane emitted from effluent ponds, developed by Lincoln University researchers and Ravensdown, could provide local benefits.

Or they could flow from multidisciplinary research and development company Lincoln Agritech, owned by Lincoln University, or business unit B.linc Innovation which enables the discovery of innovative solutions through encouraging connections and collaborations between farmers, scientists and academics.

In addition, the research capability at New Zealand universities provides a local access point to international academic research and funding.

Lincoln University attracts top international talent to teach and conduct research and has built strong relationships with universities around the globe, which includes membership of Euroleague for Life Sciences (ELLS) and the Global Challenges University Alliance, all contributing to its world-class teaching and research.

Lincoln also contributes to increased levels of economic activity. Many of its programmes are designed with input from employers, so students develop the industry-specific knowledge and hands-on experience they need to move into great careers as soon as they graduate. With the highest graduate employment rate amongst all New Zealand’s universities, Lincoln University graduates arrive at their careers globally connected, forwardthinking and ready to shape tomorrow.

The Lincoln University campus is a busy and thriving asset for the Selwyn community, featuring top-class facilities for the district to utilise, such as the recently redeveloped Whare Hakinakina LU Gym, which is open to the community, staff and students.

The annual Lincoln University Community Day, co-hosted by the student association LUSA, is held annually in September, with the public invited onto campus for a fun day of family oriented activities, from bouncy castles and face-painting to sheep shearing.

Local schools benefit from Te Matapuna Matatahi | Children’s University, established by Lincoln University and the University of Canterbury in 2018, the first of its kind in New Zealand.

The programme aims to raise aspirations towards higher and further education for 7 to 14 year-olds, encouraging them to try new things, embrace lifelong learning and explore the learning opportunities in their local community, as well as giving them a taste of university life, research and teaching.

As it heads towards its 150th anniversary as a globally recognised centre of research and teaching, as well as a long-term generator of economic activity, Lincoln University remains proud to claim Selwyn as home.

There’s certain to be a way you or your business could benefit from starting a journey with Lincoln, through study, collaboration, or utilising our research.

Check out wwww.lincoln.ac to see where it could lead.