Quick Summary
Auckland University of Technology is a public founded in 2000, located in Auckland, New Zealand. Ranked #412 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 29000 students including 20% from outside New Zealand. Known for strengths in Sports Science, Hospitality and Leisure Management, Art and Design, it maintains an acceptance rate of 50%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
AUT is known for its practical approach to learning, high employability rates, and being ranked #1 in NZ for international outlook.
Subject Strengths
Sports ScienceHospitality and Leisure ManagementArt and DesignNursingCommunication and Media Studies
Founded2000
TypePublic
Total Students29000
Intl Students20%
Faculty Ratio18
CampusUrban
Campus SizeThree campuses: City, North, and South
Affiliated HospitalsNorth Shore Hospital, Waitakere Hospital (Partnerships)
AccreditationAACSB (Business), Engineering New Zealand, Nursing Council of New Zealand
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#412
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401-500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#701-800
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Certificates, Diplomas, Bachelor's Degrees, Graduate Diplomas, Master's Degrees, PhD
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
New Zealand Tourism Research Institute, National Institute for Public Health and Mental Health Research, Knowledge Engineering and Discovery Research Institute
Research Centers
High
Research Output
AACSB (Business), Engineering New Zealand, Nursing Council of New Zealand
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate50%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · December 1
SPRINGApplication Deadline · May 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Apply at least four months before the semester starts. Portfolios are required for Art and Design. International students should secure student visas early.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in New Zealand Dollar
UG Tuition
$33,000/yr
per year · NZD
Living Cost
$26,000/yr
per year · NZD
PG Tuition
$38,000/yr
per year · NZD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$59,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · NZD
Scholarships AvailableAUT International Excellence Scholarships, Vice-Chancellor's Doctoral Scholarships, New Zealand Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$5,000
Financial AidAvailable for domestic students through StudyLink; limited for international students
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Certificates, Diplomas, Bachelor's Degrees, Graduate Diplomas, Master's Degrees, PhD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Business | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Health Sciences | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Computer and Information Sciences | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Art and Design | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$48,000
Average Salary After Graduation
90%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong clinical and industry placements integrated into curricula
Industry Connections
Over 5000 industry partners including Air New ZealandSparkand major healthcare providers
Notable Alumni
Stephen Tindall, Carol Hirschfeld, Jim Anderton, Duncan Garner
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
AUT Millennium (Elite Sports Training Center), fitness centers, multi-sport courts
Student Clubs
Over 60 clubs including AUThub and diverse cultural associations
Library Resources
Extensive digital databases, 24/7 online support, and physical libraries across three campuses
Exchange Programs
Yes (Global exchange with over 100 partner universities)
Summer Programs
Available