Auckland University of Technology in New Zealand

AUT is the second largest university in New Zealand. We have been a university since 2000, but a place of learning for 120 years and operate in accordance with the Education Act (1989). led by a strategic team and governed by a council. The Vice-Chancellor is the head of the University and is supported by the Strategic Leadership Team. The AUT Council is the governing body of the University and is made up of lay members, academic and professional staff, at least one student, and members appointed by the government.

University Rankings Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide In the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2021, AUT is ranked in the 251-300 band. We are the third highest ranked university in New Zealand. In the Asia-Pacific University Ranking 2019, AUT is ranked as number 51. Number 1 for global research impact in New Zealand Our citation score puts AUT at 19th in the world.

This impressive achievement puts AUT ahead of all other New Zealand universities. Top university for international outlook in New Zealand AUT is ranked first in New Zealand for International Outlook (ranked number 29 in the world) in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2021.

Why study at AUT?

At AUT you can choose from more than 250 university courses at all study levels, from certificate to doctoral degree – so we’re sure to share your passion.

Our focus on collaboration and innovative teaching will bring your learning to life whether you’re about to study at undergraduate or postgraduate level, or choose a short course for your university study.

AUT rankings

Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings

A leading young university
Times Higher Education has ranked AUT as one of the best young universities, ranked 49th in the world based on the quality of our teaching, research, citations, international outlook and industry income.

Top 1% of universities worldwide
AUT is ranked in the 401-500 band in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024, placing second in New Zealand for its global research impact.

Number 1 in New Zealand for international outlook
AUT is ranked first in New Zealand for its international outlook, placing in the top 100 in the world in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024.

Times Higher Education ranks universities for international outlook according to their ability to attract international students and staff, as well as how well they engage and collaborate with overseas universities.

Committed to social and economic impact
AUT is ranked 64th equal in the Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2023, which highlight the social impact of universities and their commitment to the UN Sustainability Development Goals (SDGs).

For individual Sustainability Development Goals we’re ranked:
12th equal in the world – SDG 8 Decent work and economic growth
24th equal in the world – SDG 5 Gender equality
66th equal in the world – SDG 12 Responsible consumption and production

QS World University Rankings

In the QS World University Rankings 2024, AUT is ranked as number 407 among the top universities in the world.
AUT’s international outlook was highlighted, with AUT ranked 48th globally and first in New Zealand for its international student ratio, and achieving the maximum 100 points for international faculty (ranked 59th in the world).

One of the world's top young universities
In the QS ranking of the top 50 world universities under 50 years old, AUT is ranked in the #51-60 band.
A 5-star university
AUT has been rated as a 5-star university by world university rankings organisation QS.

5 out of 5 stars for:

Teaching
Employability
Research
Internationalisation
Environmental Impact
Facilities
Sports (specialist subject)

AUT faculties and schools

As a university, AUT has five faculties and 14 schools. On this page you can find out more information about the AUT faculties and the schools in each of these faculties across AUT.

Faculty of Business, Economics and Law

Te Ara Pakihi, Te Ōhanga Me Te Ture
Business School - Te Kura Kaipakihi
Law School - Te Kura Ture
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 Social Sciences and Humanities

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
School of Future Environments - Huri te Ao

Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences

Te Ara Hauora A Pūtaiao
School of Clinical Sciences - Te Kura Mātai Haumanu
School of Public Health and Interdisciplinary Studies
School of Science - Te Kura Pūtaiao
School of Sport and Recreation - Te Kura Hākinakina

Te Ara Poutama

Faculty of Māori and Indigenous Development

Student statistics

• All 27,048 (19,124 equivalent full-time)
• International 2,764
• From 91 countries
• Alumni 150,000
• Full-time : part-time (Domestic students) 68% : 32%
• Female : male (Domestic students) 63% : 36%
• Doctoral students 1,032
• Age
  Under 25: 67%
  25-39: 24%
  40+: 9%
  

• Ethnicity
  New Zealand European: 39%
  Asian: 25%
  Pacific: 17%
  Māori: 12%
  Other: 7%

Campuses and locations

AUT has three campuses across Auckland as well as a number of specialist locations. Find out more about AUT campuses and locations, and how to get to AUT.

• AUT North Campus (located on Akoranga Drive)
• AUT City Campus (located on Wellesley St)
• AUT South Campus (located in Manukau)