Information about Auckland University of Technology (AUT), New Zealand

1. Website: https://www.aut.ac.nz/

2 Location – Three campuses in Auckland City:

• AUT City Campus: Located in the heart of Auckland City, approximately 25 minutes’ drive from Auckland International Airport;
• Manukau Campus (AUT South Campus): Located in the southern area of Auckland City, approximately 15 minutes’ drive from Auckland International Airport;
• North Shore Campus (across the Auckland Harbour Bridge): Located in the northern part of Auckland City, approximately 30 minutes’ drive from Auckland International Airport.

3. Institution Type: Public university

4. Rankings & Quality Accreditation:

• Ranked 412 globally (QS World University Rankings 2026);
• Ranked 8 in New Zealand (QS Rankings 2026);
• Auckland University of Technology rankings: https://www.aut.ac.nz/about/rankings-and-accreditation

5. Total number of students: > 29,000 students

6. Number of international students: > 5,400 students

7. Key Strengths:

• Graduate employability: 96% of graduates are in paid employment within six months of graduation;
• Student satisfaction: 87% of students are satisfied with campus facilities, 84% are satisfied with teaching quality, and 89% of alumni would recommend AUT to others (QS 2017);
• Work-integrated learning: 92% of undergraduate programs require students to complete a work placement prior to graduation;
• Innovative teaching approach: AUT has an excellent reputation for its innovative teaching methods, strong industry focus, and emphasis on practical experience and work-integrated learning. AUT graduates are highly regarded by employers;
• Program rankings: 11 subject areas at AUT are ranked among the best in the world, including Hospitality and Tourism (Top 50), Art and Design (Top 100), and Accounting and Finance (Top 150);
• Location advantages: AUT is the second-largest university in New Zealand, located in Auckland – one of the country’s largest and most dynamic cities. Auckland enjoys a mild climate and stunning natural scenery, with beautiful beaches, mountain ranges, and ski fields nearby. The city is ranked among the Top 10 most liveable cities in the world (EIU Global Liveability Index 2024).

8. Training-related Information 

a. Training programs: View details here

• English Language Programs (delivered at AUT International House – see details);
• Foundation Programs (delivered at Taylors College – see details);
• Bachelor’s Degrees;
• Postgraduate / Master’s Programs;
• Doctoral Degrees (PhD).

b. Faculties: View details here

FACULTY OF BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND LAW/ TE ARA PAKIHI, TE ŌHANGA ME TE TURE

• Business School/ Te Kura Kaipakihi
• Law School/ Te Kura Ture
• School of Economics/ Matauranga Ōhanga

FACULTY OF CULTURE AND SOCIETY/ TE ARA KETE ARONUI

• School of Education/ Te Kura Mātauranga
• School of Hospitality and Tourism/ Te Kura Taurimatanga me te Mahi Tāpoi
• School of Language and Culture/ Te Kura Reo me te Ahurea
• School of Social Sciences and Public Policy/ Te Kura Pūtaiao ā-iwi me ngā Kaupapa Tūmatanui

FACULTY OF DESIGN AND CREATIVE TECHNOLOGIES/ TE ARA AUAHA

• School of Art and Design/ Te Kura Toi a Hoahoa
• School of Communication Studies/ Te Kura Whakapāho
• School of Engineering, Computer and Mathematical Sciences/ Te Kura Mātai Pūhanga, Rorohiko, Pāngarau
• Creative Technologies/ Marautanga Matatini

FACULTY OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES/ TE ARA HAUORA A PŪTAIAO

• School of Clinical Sciences/ Te Kura Mātai Haumanu
• School of Interprofessional Health Studies/ Te Kura Pākeho Ngaiotanga o Ngā Marau Akoranga Hauora
• School of Public Health and Psychosocial Studies/ Te Kura Hauora Tūmatanui
• School of Science/ Te Kura Pūtaiao
• School of Sport and Recreation/ Te Kura Hākinakina

TE ARA POUTAMA/ FACULTY OF MĀORI AND INDIGENOUS DEVELOPMENT

c. Training courses: View details here 

• Architecture
• Art and design
• Business and economics
• Colab: creative technologies
• Communication studies
• Education
• Engineering, computer and mathematical sciences
• Health sciences
• Hospitality, tourism and events
• Language and culture
• Law
• Science
• Social sciences and public policy
• Sport and recreation
• Te Ara Poutama: Māori and indigenous development
• Postgraduate courses

9. Entry Requirements: View details here 

• Foundation Programs:
  • Pre-Foundation Program: High school graduation; IELTS 4.5;
  • Standard Program: High school graduation; IELTS 5.0;
  • Intensive Program: High school graduation; IELTS 5.5 (no band below 5.0).
• Undergraduate Programs: High school graduation with GPA ≥ 8.0 (from the list of recognized Vietnamese high schools); IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5); or completion of the first year at a university with good academic results; or completion of a foundation program.
• Postgraduate / Master’s Programs: Bachelor’s degree in a related field with good academic results; IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); accompanied by a detailed research proposal.
• Doctoral Programs (PhD): Master’s degree in a related field with good academic results; IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0); accompanied by a detailed research proposal.

10. Intakes:

• English Language Programs: April, July, September, and November;
• Foundation Programs:
  • Pre-Foundation Program: January, July;
  • Standard Program: January, July, August;
  • Intensive Program: April, October.
• Undergraduate / Postgraduate / Master’s / Doctoral Programs: February and July.

11. Application Documents:

General requirements:

• Certificate of the highest completed qualification;
• Academic transcripts of the most recent two years;
• English language certificate (if available);
• Passport (photo and signature page), if available;
• Academic achievements and other accomplishments (required for scholarship applications).

Additional documents for Master’s programs:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV);
• Two (02) Letters of Recommendation.

Additional documents for Research Master’s / PhD programs:

• Research proposal;
• Published academic papers (if any).

12. Tuition Fees: View details here 

• English Language Programs: NZD 4,745 per 3 months;
• Foundation Programs: NZD 13,000 – 27,000 per program;
• Undergraduate Programs: NZD 27,000 – 38,000 per year;
• Postgraduate / Master’s / Doctoral Programs: NZD 31,000 – 53,000 per year.

13. Living Expenses: NZD 10,000 – 15,000 per year

14. Scholarships: NZD 8,000 – 10,000 – 20,000 – 25,000. Further details here 

15. Accommodation and Other Services: Students may choose homestay, on-campus accommodation, shared housing (for students aged 18 and above), or live with relatives. Detailed accommodation information here 

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