Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
Auckland University of Technology (AUT)

About

Auckland University of Technology, known as AUT, is a prominent university in New Zealand. Established on January 1, 2000, it originated from a technical college founded in 1895. AUT boasts a student population of just over 30,000 spread across its three campuses in Auckland, making it the country’s third-largest university. It is a popular choice for international students, originating from around 100 different countries. With five faculties and three campuses, with also AUT Millennium, Warkworth Radio Astronomical Observatory, and AUT Centre for Refugee Education, AUT offers a diverse range of educational opportunities.

AUT provides a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, including doctoral and Master’s degrees, as well as diplomas and certificates. They offer programs in various fields such as applied sciences, art and design, business, communication studies, education, engineering, health care, hospitality, languages, law, mathematics, nursing, psychology, public health, social science, and sport. The AUT Business School has been acknowledged as a top business school globally by AACSB International.

Faculties and schools

AUT has five faculties, including Culture and Society, Business, Economics and Law, Design and Creative Technologies, Health and Environmental Sciences, Te Ara Poutama

These faculties include 16 schools, namely Art and Design, Business, Clinical Sciences, Communication Studies, Economics, Education, Engineering, Computer and Mathematical Sciences. Future Environments, Hospitality and Tourism, Language and Culture, Law, Public Health and Interdisciplinary Studies, Science, Social Sciences and Public Policy, Sport and Recreation, Te Ara Poutama – Māori and Indigenous Development.

Rankings and reputation

In the 2024 QS World University Rankings, AUT secured the 412th spot, solidifying its place in the top 2% of universities globally. According to the 2017 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Ranking, AUT was recognised as one of the top 20 universities worldwide for International Outlook, thanks to its significant number of international staff, students, and research collaborations. Additionally, AUT was listed among the top 60 young universities in the world and made its debut in THE’s top 150 universities under 50 years old.

Campuses

AUT has three campuses: City (in Auckland CBD), North and South, and the training institute, Millennium. City and North campuses offer student accommodation and AUT runs a shuttle bus service between the city campus and south campus.

Auckland City Campus is spread across multiple sites in central Auckland. The main site on Wellesley Street East houses academic units, administration offices, and research centers. Various faculties share this location, including Business, Economics, Law, Design, Creative Technologies, Culture, and Society. The campus offers a range of facilities such as an early childhood center, gym, library, student support services, and training restaurants. Recent additions include the WZ building for engineering, computer science, and mathematics students, designed with a focus on sustainability and interactive learning. Another new addition is the WG precinct, featuring the Sir Paul Reeves Building.

AUT South Campus is the first university campus in the region, offering a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. It has its own library, student lounges, and sports facilities. The Mana Hauora Building, opened in 2017, is the largest building on campus and has won awards for its sustainability design features.

North campus is home to the Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences, the School of Education, and the Sport and Recreation division. The campus has beautiful park-like grounds and houses AUT’s main sport and fitness center, which includes a gym, weights room, testing equipment, golf swing clinic, and indoor courts. Additionally, there are various facilities available on campus such as a library, student services center, early childhood center, AuSM branch, PrintSprint shop, health counselling and wellbeing center, university bookshop, and food outlets. The campus also hosts five health clinics (oral, physiotherapy, podiatry, psychotherapy, and ultrasound) at the NorthMed Health Clinic. North campus has a close connection with the AUT Millennium Institute of Sport and Health.

AUT Millennium, situated in Mairangi Bay on Auckland’s North Shore, is a hub for sports training and various national and local sports organizations. It offers training facilities, athlete accommodation, sports science labs, an aquatics facility, and a commercial gym. Some of the organizations hosted there include Swimming New Zealand, New Zealand Water Polo, Northsport Olympic Weightlifting, and Sport and Recreation New Zealand.

AUT also maintains a number of facilities off campus. The Warkworth Radio Astronomical Observatory is home to the AUT Radio Telescope, New Zealand’s first radio telescope. It is part of the Square Kilometre Array project, a collaboration between New Zealand and Australia. AUT/New Zealand Alliance received a ‘Highly Commended’ award at the 2016 New Zealand Innovation Awards for their involvement in this project. The AUT Centre for Refugee Education in Māngere offers a six-week education program for refugees arriving in New Zealand under the government quota scheme. The program covers English language skills at different levels and provides orientation to life in New Zealand. The teaching team adapts the curriculum to meet the needs of each new group of learners, who arrive every two months.

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Courses offered by this provider

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Postgraduate Diploma in International Hospitality Management


Enhance your understanding of hospitality in just one year by studying Postgraduate Diploma in International Hospitality Management at AUT.
Postgraduate Diploma in Gastronomy


Study Postgraduate Diploma in Gastronomy to gain insights into the perspectives and concepts associated with gastronomy within a timeframe of just one year.
Postgraduate Diploma in Arts


When you study Arts at AUT you acquire in-depth expertise in your selected field, while also enhancing your critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication abilities.
Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science

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Study Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science to acquire specialized skills in a selected area of medical laboratory science, while also learning to implement modern theories in current practices.
Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing


The Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing allows individuals to study marketing and acquire the knowledge, understanding, and skills necessary for a professional career in marketing
Postgraduate Diploma in Education


Study Postgraduate Diploma in Education to acquire in-depth knowledge and analytical skills in the education sector through the one-year
Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Finance


Study Applied Finance from AUT to develop an understanding of key finance principles in as little as eight months
Postgraduate Diploma in Registered Nurse Prescribing

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The recently introduced Postgraduate Diploma in Registered Nurse Prescribing is relevant for registered nurses in primary and specialty care, as it can improve healthcare access for individuals with long-term health conditions.
Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Accounting


Study Professional Accounting to enhance your comprehension of accounting from a strategic business viewpoint.
Postgraduate Diploma in Criminology and Criminal Justice


Study Criminology and Criminal Justice to enhance your understanding of criminology and criminal justice, while also cultivating your critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication abilities.
Postgraduate Diploma in Human Rights


You can study Human Rights from AUT & pursue your enthusiasm for human rights while enhancing your critical thinking, problem-solving, advocacy, and communication abilities within the realm of human rights.
Bachelor of Design Te Tohu Paetahi mō te Hoahoa


Study Design at AUT to turn your creative ideas into reality in a studio-based environment with excellent facilities.
Bachelor of Science


Pursuing a Bachelor of Science will undoubtedly satisfy your desire for understanding the world, and it will mark the beginning of a lifelong career in the field of science.
Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences


You can study Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences program to aquire the ability to create and enhance both new and existing software solutions utilizing standard development tools.
Bachelor of Health Science


Health Science study from AUT will assist in acquiring the skills necessary to address the evolving demands of global healthcare.
Bachelor of Arts


Study Arts at AUT and design a degree that reflects your passions and interests. Gain a deep understanding of the world and your place in it, while learning how to make a meaningful impact
Bachelor of Construction


Study the Bachelor of Construction at AUT, designed to equip you with strong, industry-relevant skills for a career as a construction manager or quantity surveyor in both local and international construction sectors.
Bachelor of Education ([Specialty] Teaching)


Study education and prepare for a rewarding career in early childhood or primary/intermediate teaching, guided by passionate and experienced educators.
Bachelor of Visual Arts


By studying visual arts, you’ll be equipped for a career in today’s art scene—as an artist or in various positions within the broader visual arts sector.