Auckland University of Technology

Auckland University of Technology

New Zealand

"The University for the Changing World"

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At a Glance

Accept Rate 45%
Avg Salary/Yr —
Ranking #410 (QS)
PSW VISA 3
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About Auckland University of Technology

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is a leading public research university located in Auckland, New Zealand. Established as a university in 2000, its history dates back to 1895 with the founding of the Auckland Technical School. It has since grown into one of New Zealand's largest tertiary institutions, operating three main campuses: City, North, and South, along with specialist facilities like the AUT Millennium high-performance sport center. AUT is recognized for its focus on real-world experience, innovative teaching, and impactful research. The university maintains strong industry connections, with many programs incorporating workplace experience to ensure graduates are 'world-ready.' It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across faculties such as Business, Economics and Law, Design and Creative Technologies, and Culture and Society, boasting a high graduate employability rate of 96%.

Rankings & Recognition

#410
QS World University Rankings 2026

Accreditations & Memberships

Association of Commonwealth Universities Universities New Zealand

QS 2026 Performance Breakdown

Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Auckland University of Technology's global standing for that metric.

Academic Reputation 29.6/100#29.6/100#417
Employer Reputation 22.5/100#22.5/100#587
Faculty / Student 13.7/100#13.7/100#801
Citations / Faculty 33.2/100#33.2/100#549
Intl. Faculty 100/100#100/100#76
Intl. Students 100/100#100/100#39
Intl. Student Diversity 100/100#100/100#27
Intl. Research Network 50.4/100#50.4/100#801
Employment Outcomes 23.4/100#23.4/100#663
Sustainability 74/100#74/100#259
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Key Facts

29,280 Total Students
1,800 Faculty
18:1 Student–Faculty
45% Acceptance Rate
80 Clubs
82% Retention (Yr1)
70% Graduation Rate

Popular Programs

Bachelor of Business Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Bachelor of Health Science Master of Business Master of Computer and Information Sciences Master of Design

Application Details

Application Fee $100
Avg. TAT 2–4 weeks
Next Intake Feb 2027 (Semester 1)
Intake Seasons February & July
Programs Offered 8
Avg. Scholarship NZD 7,000 – 10,000
Annual Living Cost NZD 20,000 / year (approx.)

Standardized Test Requirements

TestMinimum Score
IELTS Academic
 6.0 overall
TOEFL iBT
 80 overall (R 15, W 20, S 18, L 15)
PTE Academic
 50
Duolingo
 105

Study Abroad & Visa Details

Visa Approval Rate 75%
I-20 Processing —
Post-Study Work 3 months
Green Card Pathway —

Financials

Application Fee —
Avg Scholarship —

Career Outcomes

$60K Median Salary
96% Employability

Where Graduates Land

ANZ Spark Deloitte PwC Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Fonterra TVNZ Air New Zealand Xero Datacom

Faculty & Alumni

Faculty with PhD — 75% Faculty Industry Exp. — 90% Alumni in Fortune 500 — 5 Alumni in Leadership — 20 Alumni Startups — —

Notable Alumni

David Tua (Boxer) Carol Hirschfeld (Journalist) Mark Weldon (Businessman) Stacey Morrison (Television Presenter) Mike Hosking (Broadcaster) Anna Reeve (Fashion Designer)

Campus & Location

City CampusAuckland, Auckland, New ZealandNorth CampusNorthcote, Auckland, Auckland, New ZealandSouth CampusManukau, Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

CLIMATE Temperate oceanic climate with warm, humid summers and mild, wet winters.
AVG. COMMUTE TO DOWNTOWN 30 minutes

Campus Details

3 campuses across Auckland
City Campus in Auckland CBD
North Campus in Northcote
South Campus in Manukau
On-campus student accommodation
Libraries on all campuses
Sports & recreation centres
Free inter-campus shuttle

Campus Forecast

Summer (Dec–Feb): 20–24°C Autumn (Mar–May): 15–20°C Winter (Jun–Aug): 8–15°C Spring (Sep–Nov): 12–18°C Rain throughout the year Bring a waterproof jacket

Student Life & Housing

Housing

On-campus student accommodation available Wellesley Student Apartments (City Campus) Mayoral Drive Student Accommodation (City Campus) Akoranga Student Village (North Campus) Fully furnished rooms Self-catered apartments Guaranteed accommodation for first-year international students (apply early) Private rentals & homestay options available

Dining

Multiple cafés and food outlets on all campuses Food court at City Campus Vegetarian vegan & halal options Self-catering kitchens in student apartments Affordable student meal deals Wide range of restaurants nearby in Auckland CBD

Health & Wellness

On-campus Health Counselling & Wellbeing services Free counselling for students Medical centre with doctors & nurses Mental health support Disability support services International student support team Gym & fitness centres (AUT Gym)

Activities & Clubs

AUT Student Association (AUTSA) Cultural & international student clubs Indian Students Association Sports clubs & recreation programmes Academic & professional societies Orientation week events Volunteering opportunities AUT Millennium sports & fitness facility

Diversity & Demographics

Intl Students 15%
Year-1 Retention 82%
On-time Graduation 70%

Cost Deep-Dive

Application Fee USD 100
Avg Scholarship NZD 7,000 – 10,000
Scholarships Available 6

Intakes & Deadlines

Feb & Jul. Feb 2027 deadline: 22 Nov 2026 | Jul 2027 deadline: 23 May 2027. Contact us for programme-specific dates.

Scholarships at Auckland University of Technology

6 scholarships available

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Master's NZD $5,000

Toi Ohomai EzyMigrate Graduate Diploma in New Zealand Immigration Advice Scholarship

by Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology

Deadline:
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All Levels NZD Up to $1,500

Nelson Soroptimist Education Trust (NSET) Study Grants

by Nelson Soroptimist Education Trust (NSET)

Deadline:
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All Levels NZD $1,000

Barbara Wood Foundation Scholarship

by Barbara Wood Foundation

Deadline:
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Master's NZD 10% tuition discount

Early Bird Discount - Master of Technological Futures

by AcademyEX

Deadline:
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Postgraduate NZD Up to $2,500

Waikato Alumni Award in Management Communication & Public Relations

by University of Waikato Alumni

Deadline:
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Bachelor's NZD Up to $30,000

Southern Cross Nursing Scholarship

by Southern Cross Nursing / University of Waikato

Deadline:
View Details Apply Now ↗

These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.

Academic Requirements

Undergraduate 12th grade · 75%+ (CBSE/ISC) / 80%+ (other State Boards)
Postgraduate Bachelor's degree in related field · varies by programme
Acceptance Rate 45%

English Proficiency

IELTS Academic

6.0 overall

TOEFL iBT

80 overall (R 15, W 20, S 18, L 15)

PTE Academic

50

Duolingo

105

Required Documents

Academic transcripts Proof of English proficiency Passport copy CV/Resume (for some postgraduate programs) Statement of purpose (for some postgraduate programs) Letters of recommendation Proof of funds CV/Resume

Application Process

1
Shortlist programs
Pick 3–5 programs aligned with your goals.
2
Prepare documents
Transcripts, SOP, LORs, test scores.
3
Submit application
Apply via Sukhada Global Education with mentor support.
4
Receive offer
Conditional or unconditional letter.
5
Visa & travel
Pre-departure briefings and visa filing.

Campus & Location

City CampusAuckland, Auckland, New ZealandNorth CampusNorthcote, Auckland, Auckland, New ZealandSouth CampusManukau, Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

CLIMATE Temperate oceanic climate with warm, humid summers and mild, wet winters.
AVG. COMMUTE TO DOWNTOWN 30 minutes
8 of 8 courses
Undergraduate 5
Auckland University of Technology
📍 New Zealand, Auckland
Undergraduate Bachelor of Communication Studies
Undergraduate courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 3 years
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Auckland University of Technology
📍 New Zealand, Auckland
Undergraduate Bachelor of Creative Technologies
Undergraduate courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 3 years
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Auckland University of Technology
📍 New Zealand, Auckland
Undergraduate Bachelor of Business
Undergraduate courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 3 years
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Deadline Application open all year
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Auckland University of Technology
📍 New Zealand, Auckland
Undergraduate Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
Undergraduate courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 4 years
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Deadline Application open all year
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Auckland University of Technology
📍 New Zealand, Auckland
Undergraduate Bachelor of Health Science
Undergraduate courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 3 years
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Deadline Application open all year
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Postgraduate 3
Auckland University of Technology
📍 New Zealand, Auckland
Postgraduate Master of Business
Postgraduate courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 1.5 years / 18 months
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline Application open all year
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Auckland University of Technology
📍 New Zealand, Auckland
Postgraduate Master of Computer and Information Sciences
Postgraduate courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 1.5 years / 18 months
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline Application open all year
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Auckland University of Technology
📍 New Zealand, Auckland
Postgraduate Master of Design
Postgraduate courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 1.5 years (18 months)
Apply now! Next intake
Application open
Deadline Application open all year
Apply now

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