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PROSPECTUS 2022 AUCKLAND UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, NEW ZEALAND
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IN NEW ZEALAND
FOR
GLOBAL
RESEARCH
IMPACT
1
%
TOP
UNIVERSITIES
WORLDWIDE
5
OUT OF 5
EMPLOYABILITY
QS STARS 2020-22
#1 global research impact: Ranked #1 in New Zealand for the
number of times our research is cited globally (Times Higher
Education World University Rankings 2021).
Disclaimer: Although every reasonable effort is made to ensure accuracy, the information in this document is provided as a general guide
only for students and is subject to change. All students enrolling at AUT should consult its official document, the AUT Calendar, which is Top 1%: Ranked in the world’s top 251-300 universities
available online at aut.ac.nz/calendar, to ensure that they are aware of, and comply with, all regulations, requirements and policies. (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2021).
The information contained in this Prospectus was correct at the time of print, January 2021.
5 out of 5: QS Stars University Ranking.
WELCOME
Welcome to Auckland University of
Technology (AUT).
We are delighted that you are considering develop your own views, to challenge and be
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joining our community. challenged, and not only acquire knowledge
but also apply it in real-life situations. You will
Choosing a university that’s right for you is not be immersed in interdisciplinary and culturally
About AUT an easy decision. It’s not only where you will diverse ways of learning and understanding.
study and in some cases relocate to for the next You will be connected to industry and business
few years, it’s also where you will gain skills and through work placements, internships and
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experiences, form friendships and undertake entrepreneurial programmes, engaging with
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research that will shape your future. I hope this the community through volunteering and
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prospectus makes your decision a little easier. leadership opportunities.
Environment Art & Design Business
From excellent teaching inspired by As a student, opportunities to be involved
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international research, to first-class facilities in research will be a vital part of your
and resources, all within an inclusive and educational experience here at AUT. We have
Communication Creative collaborative learning environment, our mission award-winning academics in biotechnology,
Studies Technologies Education of great graduates is at the heart of everything epidemiology, rehabilitation, astronomy,
we do to help you excel. artificial intelligence, communications and
economics, among many others. Their research
Engineering, AUT’s exceptional learning experiences will
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feeds back into the classroom, so that students
Computer & Hospitality, provide you with skills and experiences that
can contribute to and learn from these findings.
Mathematical Tourism & will equip you for life, not just for employment.
Sciences Health Sciences Events Through leading programmes and a wide Our prospectus describes the AUT student
range of extracurricular opportunities that experience in the words of the people who
we offer beyond the classroom, our students know it best - our students, past and present,
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Māori & develop qualities like curiosity, creativity, critical from all around the world. However, a
Language Indigenous thinking, communication, collaboration, dealing prospectus can only go so far, and the best way
& Culture Law Development with complexity, and cultural awareness. to gain an insight into life at AUT is to visit us
and experience it for yourself.
We are New Zealand’s third highest ranked
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university and in the top 1% of universities We look forward to welcoming you to our
worldwide. Many of our subject areas are university.
Social Sciences Sport & world-ranked, and our graduates are highly
Science & Public Policy Recreation employable nationally and internationally. Derek McCormack
Vice-Chancellor
Whatever degree you choose, studying at
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AUT means learning in an environment where
you will be encouraged to participate and
Applying to AUT
Te whakatupu i te kōunga, i te mana To foster excellence, equity and ethics
taurite me ngā tikanga matatika, i ngā in learning, teaching, research and
pūkenga ako, i ngā pūkenga whakaako scholarship, and in so doing serve our
me te āta rangahau hei hāpai i ngā regional, national and international
hāpori whānui o te motu, otirā, o te ao. communities.
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AUT City Campus
3+3
CHOOSE FROM OVER
3 campuses &
3 specialist facilities
250
COURSES OF STUDY
60+ research centres and
29,500
STUDENTS
institutes with world-
class expertise
9 out of 10 students
would recommend AUT
100,000+
alumni
as a great place to study
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ONE OF THE WORLD’S BEST
MODERN UNIVERSITIES
Creating world-ready graduates World-leading staff
AUT’s mission is to create great graduates, and Our academic staff are research-active and at
each member of our staff contributes to this. the forefront of their disciplines. Many of them
We offer exceptional learning experiences that are internationally known as experts in their
prepare students to be successful wherever fields, and organisations around the world A world-class
in the world their career may take them. We draw on their expertise for key projects. For university environment
encourage innovation and entrepreneurship, example, Associate Professor Felicity Lamm was
We’re proud to be one of the world’s best
and the ability to explore new technologies, appointed as the Government’s chief advisor for
modern universities – Times Higher Education Innovative and
challenge routine thinking and solve problems health and safety, and Professor Gail Pacheco’s relevant research
has ranked us as the top millennial university
in new ways. We embrace new technologies research is being used by the Government to
in Australasia and number 15 in the world. We AUT is ranked first in New Zealand for global
to lead the learning of tomorrow and prepare address the gender pay gap. Professor Steve
have been a university since 2000, and are now research impact (the number of times our
our students for the rapidly changing world. Henry was the first person in Australasia to
the second largest in the country and ranked research is cited by academics globally) by
As a contemporary university we also place an secure a spot in the world-leading Johnson &
among the top 1% (251-300) of universities in the Times Higher Education and the US News Global
emphasis on working across disciplines in our Johnson Innovation JLABS in Houston to further
world. We have an overall five-star rating from Universities Rankings. We have more than
research, and teaching and learning. Thanks to his work on surface-modification technology
university rankings organisation QS, in addition 60 research centres and institutes delivering
our innovative teaching, excellent reputation and Kode Technology, which has the potential
to five star ratings for Teaching, Employability, leading research – from space research to
combination of theoretical and practical learning, to fight cancer. Associate Professor Barbara
Research, Internationalisation, Facilities, artificial intelligence and robotics, and ecology
AUT graduates are highly favoured by employers, Bollard’s innovative use of drones to monitor
Innovation and Inclusiveness. Study with us to physical activity and nutrition. AUT research
with 95% of available graduates in paid remote and unique ecosystems from Antarctica
and you can enrol in our range of world-ranked addresses issues facing the environment and
employment within nine months of graduation. to Africa has caught the attention of scientists
subjects, which include New Zealand’s top- society, and our discoveries are widely used. Our
from NASA and the SETI Institute who recognise
ranked health programmes and the country’s research also feeds back into the classroom, and
this approach could also help them find evidence
best sport science school. students can contribute to and learn from these
of life on Mars.
research discoveries.
An innovative teaching and
learning space A global outlook
AUT’s three modern campuses have several We know that to create truly great graduates,
award-winning buildings which were created we must do more than get them ready for their
using sustainable principles and feature inviting, career; we must get them ready for the world.
collaborative and functional learning areas, We are consistently ranked first in New Zealand
auditoriums and research spaces. This includes for international outlook by world rankings
the state-of-the-art Engineering, Computer organisations QS and Times Higher Education.
and Mathematical Sciences building, which We have more than 5,000 industry partners
has unique design features that mean it can be around the world, and have collaborated on
used as a teaching tool and ‘living lab’ where research projects with 140 different countries.
students can get hands-on experience. We also Our students are from 141 different countries,
have a number of world-class facilities including and half of our academic staff were born
one of a handful of motion capture studios in overseas, and they often share their international
the country; New Zealand’s top sports science experience and connections with their students.
facility, AUT Millennium; and the country’s only
two major radio telescopes, which are involved in
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projects with international research partners.
Students at AUT South Campus
“AUT provides a really international environment, which helps students
become familiar with the real workplace outside the university. AUT is ranked
in the top 1% of universities in the world, which is evidence for the quality of
its education. AUT is also the youngest of New Zealand’s universities, which
makes it the most dynamic and innovative university in the country.”
Trang Nguyen
Vietnam
Master of Marketing
“I enjoyed the level to which AUT staff are engaged and passionate about their
discipline – all in their own unique way. I was actively involved as a research
‘test dummy’ a number of times and it was inspiring to be around people who
were continuing to challenge what we know. I really enjoyed the connections
I made with my classmates and with staff. Many of these colleagues are still
close friends today.”
David Cooper
Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy)
“AUT is always evolving its curriculum to align with the industry and has
forward-thinking lecturers to ensure that when we graduate, we have the best
chance at assimilating into our trained profession with the confidence and
tools we need. Many designers I admire have come from AUT and I think that
is a testament to the strong education that AUT offers.”
Toni Clark
Te Āti Awa, Taranaki, Ngāpuhi
Bachelor of Design in Communication Design
“Industry practice is so valuable once you graduate. You don’t realise until
after you’ve graduated how important this part of your study is in giving you
a head start once you graduate. This was one of the reasons I chose AUT – it
bridges the gap between academic studies and industry practice. My third-
year workplace experience was the highlight for me, and I made the most of
making connections within my industry.”
Katrina Sharlott
Bachelor of Sport and Recreation in Exercise Science and Management
“I would highly recommend doctoral study at AUT. The high-quality research
projects; talented and skilled teachers, researchers and technicians; friendly
staff and colleagues, excellent lab facilities and unique resources all
contribute towards achieving your research goals. International students will
also appreciate the truly international environment of AUT and New Zealand.”
Farhana Muznebin
Bangladesh
Doctor of Philosophy – Science
“There are support services in place for just about everything you could need
as a student at AUT. The student services are there to support us as students,
and quite often they involve advice from past or present students who may
have been exactly in the same position as us.”
David Dryland
Ngāpuhi, Te Arawa
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Bachelor of Business in Human Resource
Management and Employment Relations conjoint programme
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FINDING
GREATNESS AT AUT
Deciding what to study and where Development majoring in Māori
to study are the two biggest Media.
decisions for anyone considering
Backed by supportive lecturers
their university options. But how
with industry experience, within
do you decide?
the first year Matilda had made a
AUT’s new campaign — “Find documentary and later a drama
your greatness” — features some about the spirit of a taonga
of the thousands of graduates returned to its rightful owner.
who have found careers they love
Supported by AUT’s Internz
after being given the chance to
programme she secured an
explore subjects and ideas that
internship with the Sundance
excited them, with the support
Institute in Los Angeles – and she
of knowledgeable lecturers and
still collaborates with them on
researchers.
projects now that she’s back in
One of those graduates is New Zealand and working for the
Mohamud Mohamed, who was Māoriland Film Festival/Māoriland
eight years old when he arrived Charitable Trust.
in New Zealand as a refugee
Matilda, who is of Samoan
from Somalia. Today he is a
descent, says her time at AUT
policy advisor for the Ministry
changed everything. “I realised
of Business, Innovation and
that telling our stories was truly
Employment and co-chair of
possible.”
Auckland Council’s Ethnic Peoples
Advisory Panel. Other graduates in the campaign
include wildlife cinematographer
He chose AUT for his studies
Julian Braatvedt, business creator
because it offered a mix of the
Denym Bird, marine biologist
social sciences and conflict
Ticiana Fettermann and NGO
resolution programmes that he
fundraiser Bridget Dawson. When
wanted, and then he chose it
they talk about their time at AUT
again for his master’s degree in
there are some common themes:
public policy.
AUT helped them unlock their
“My lecturers gave me courage passion and potential, and paved
to go deeper, to ask why, and to the way for the careers they have
believe that I can make the world now.
better, safer and more just.”
To watch the stories of these great
Another graduate featured in the graduates visit
campaign is indigenous storyteller aut.ac.nz/great-graduates MOHAMUD MOHAMED
Matilda Poasa, who came to AUT HUMAN RIGHTS ADVOCATE
to study a Bachelor of Māori AUT GRADUATE
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USING DATA TO
PREVENT HARM AND
CREATE SOCIAL EQUITY
Social services agencies around the One of the agencies CSDA has been
world face incredibly complex, high- working with since 2014 is Allegheny
stakes questions. How do they fairly County’s Department of Human
distribute limited resources? Identify Services (DHS) in Pennsylvania,
those most in need? Understand US. CSDA models are already
risk levels and take steps to prevent successfully in use by DHS staff to
harm? support call-screening decisions
about children reported as being
Researchers at the AUT Centre
subjected to maltreatment and
for Social Data Analytics (CSDA)
neglect.
are helping agencies use data
to find answers and make better New models are now helping
decisions about how to support Allegheny County prioritise harm
the most vulnerable people in their prevention services for newborns
communities. and their families through the Hello
Baby programme, and to triage
CSDA founder and director Professor
requests for housing assistance so
Rhema Vaithianathan says the
that people at greatest risk of harm
centre’s research team of data
associated with homelessness get
scientists, economists and software
help first.
engineers builds computational
models and assessment tools to CSDA has developed a global
process the vast quantities of data reputation for its research and social
available to government and social impact and Professor Vaithianathan
service agencies. says the focus is now on working
with collaborators who can help
Looking into the data helps agencies
scale out the social impact of the
to better understand their own
centre’s work.
practices and to direct services to
those at highest risk for adverse International research partners
outcomes. include the Children’s Data Network
at the University of Southern
“Our predictive risk modelling
California, the Institute for Social
provides rapid insights about risk
Science Research at The University
levels for individuals in the longer
of Queensland, which hosts a
term, giving staff in these agencies
second CSDA site, and scale-out
additional information to help them
collaborators Mathematica in the US.
make consistent, quality decisions.
The volume and complexity of the
available data means agency staff
couldn’t easily analyse it or make
use of it in their decision-making
without these models.”
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EVOLVING
ARCHITECTURE TO
MEET FUTURE NEEDS
“When we imagine our near-future, “The architecture and construction
we need to think about what we industry is responsible for 20%
value, how design can apply those of New Zealand’s gross carbon
values in meaningful ways, and footprint, a figure that is even
how we build spaces that do this in higher globally, so it is essential
ecologically sustainable ways.” that our programmes contribute to
reducing this. This requires students
Designing buildings and spaces
to rethink design and construction
for a future that doesn’t exist yet
processes.”
is a challenge that architects have
always faced. But with the increased “We want our students to
pace of technological and ecological understand architecture as a
change, figuring out how to design socio-ecological activity, where
for the future is even more critical. they are designing cultural spaces
And it’s a challenge that will have and ecological relationships,” says
a significant impact on future Associate Professor Amanda Yates.
architecture graduates.
Sivan Danin was part of the first
AUT has responded to the challenge cohort of students in the new
with two programmes. AUT’s programme and says he chose the
Bachelor of Architecture and Future course because of its relevance.
Environments - co-created with
“Taking a holistic approach and
Ngā Aho, the Network of Māori
aiming to tackle the big issues,
Design Professionals - and Master
like climate change and negative
of Architecture (Professional) are
environmental impacts within
focused on integrated, responsive
design, feels meaningful.”
architectural research and design
practices. One of his first-year projects saw
him develop a multi-functional
Nick Sargent, a lecturer
ruma ora (living room) space at St
in architecture and future
Mary’s Bay in Auckland, that took
environments, says the focus is on
inspiration from the Maramataka
developing graduates who can apply
(lunar calendar) and followed Te
holistic architectural design thinking
Aranga principles in its use of
and understand how the integration
sustainable design and materials.
of building technology, construction
and social theory can address
critical issues such as the climate
emergency, biodiversity crisis, and
rising social inequities.
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BIODESIGN LAB
DELIVERS NEW
SOLUTIONS
Bringing together researchers Some of the BioDesign Lab’s
from different industries and multidisciplinary projects have
specialisations to develop and extended beyond traditional
apply new medical technologies medtech applications.
and therapies is the focus for
School of Art and Design senior
the AUT BioDesign Lab - but
lecturer James Charlton is working
it also plays a crucial role in
with Jasmin Hitching, a Bachelor
introducing students to new
of Engineering Technology in
research opportunities and ways
Mechanical Engineering student,
of working.
to develop a programmable robot
BioDesign Lab co-director, with sensors and special machine
Associate Professor David White, tooling attachments that will be
says since the lab was established capable of creating sculpture in
in 2013 it has supported a range response to the movements of an
of complex projects drawing artist.
on expertise from across AUT’s
“Traditional education models
different research disciplines and
often compartmentalise learning
collaborating with industry and
and fields of study, but projects
community partners.
like this one remove those
Master of Engineering student artificial barriers and pave the way
Bradley Nixon was supported by for more adaptive, less prescribed
Aō Air to develop and validate a learning which supports new
new proof-of-concept ATMOS knowledge and discoveries.”
facemask technology that has
Jasmin says the project has
received significant funding and
given her valuable problem-
government support, and is set to
solving skills and insight into
go on sale to the public.
how different industries tackle
With support from Surgisplint Ltd the same problem and arrive at
and Callaghan Innovation, another different solutions.
Master of Engineering student,
“Aside from learning the technical
Michael Van Wyk, embedded
skills involved in communicating
smart technology in the Zero-Cast
with and controlling robots, I’ve
WX wrist brace system which
got to see the process involved
can provide information on the
in taking an idea through to a
brace fit and on the user’s mobility
working product.”
exercises, to assist with better
tracking of recovery for patients
and clinicians.
16 Image courtesy of Aō Air (www.ao-air.com)
17BEYOND LABS AND
LECTURE THEATRES
Giving students opportunities to For students studying marine
experience marine environments, biology at AUT, the university’s
and get beyond labs and lecture globally respected researchers and
theatres, is an important focus for research connections also open up
AUT’s marine science programmes. exciting opportunities.
“Scientific expedition is a really Marine ecologist AUT Professor
critical skill. There is a huge amount Andrea Alfaro has led major
of planning and logistics involved research projects for New Zealand’s
before you can start to gather aquaculture industry to improve the
data and make discoveries,” says reproduction and growth of mussels
Dan Breen, programme leader for and other commercial shellfish.
marine biology. “We want to ensure
Now working with the Cawthron
our students develop those skills, in
Institute, she has secured a
the field, as part of their study.”
government grant to establish a
Field trips include estuaries, zoos, shellfish culture programme which
marine parks and intertidal shores will see students working with
but also extend beyond New industry on commercial projects.
Zealand waters.
Associate Professor Dr Kat
AUT has cultivated scientific Bolstad, who heads up the lab
partnerships in the Pacific and has for Cephalopod Ecology and
a research station in the Solomon Systematics aka “AUT Squid Lab”,
Islands where undergraduate has established links with the
and postgraduate students can National Institute of Water and
undertake fieldwork. Atmospheric Research (NIWA)
giving students access to life
“We’ve seen how valuable the
changing research experiences.
experience is for our students.
PhD candidate Ryan Howard took
They come away with a more global
part in a scientific expedition to the
outlook, they can carry out research
Chatham Rise and dissected a giant
in both temperate and tropical
squid aboard the NIWA research
marine environments and they
vessel Tangaroa.
build practical skills that are vital for
ecologists.” AUT marine students are also
undertaking research in New
Getting to study marine life in
Zealand and Australian waters
the Solomon Islands during his
thanks to partnerships with
Bachelor of Science is part of what
organisations including Seafood
inspired AUT PhD candidate Antony
Innovations in New Zealand and
Vavia to pursue postgraduate
the Australian Blue Economy
studies, and he has spent the past
Collaborative Research Centre.
year collecting fieldwork data on
Mitiaro Island in the Cook Islands.
18 19COLLABORATIVE
SPACES FOR LIFE
AND LEARNING
For students at AUT, one of the events throughout the year. Each
three main campuses in Auckland — apartment has its own kitchenette,
North, South or City Campus — will bathroom, study desk and chair.
become the place they spend most
On the North Campus, AUT is
of their time.
looking at developing a central
“We understand that the physical hub or ‘new heart’ for the health
environment we create on each sciences and sport and recreation
campus plays a massive role programmes, and has already
in shaping the experiences of completed site preparation works.
students,” says Dr Tony Lanigan,
The project will include a brand
director of major projects in the
new four-storey building with
Estates Group at AUT.
new staff offices, teaching and
AUT has made an ongoing research spaces, and collaborative
commitment to sustainable, social learning spaces including
contemporary building design that a café and Student Hub. The
supports positive teaching and project also includes the complete
learning experiences, and two of its refurbishment of an adjacent
latest projects are also supporting building and a new connection into
life outside the classroom. the library.
For many students, starting their Dr Lanigan says one of the
studies at university coincides with most exciting aspects of the
another major milestone: moving project is that it will be AUT’s
out of home. most sustainable building to
date because of its LED lighting,
To ease this transition AUT
rainwater harvesting for irrigation
has commissioned brand new
and 60% of all water use in the
accommodation facilities right next
building, high-tech cladding and
to the City Campus, with housing
roofing systems to support lower
for more than 695 students in their
energy consumption, and a mainly
own studio apartment, including 25
timber structure, resulting in close
apartments designed for students
to ‘embedded carbon neutral’ status.
with special access needs.
“A huge amount of time and
The apartment complex has
planning goes into creating
communal recreation and dining
adaptable spaces that make a
spaces, 24-hour security, and
positive contribution to AUT,
on-site staff to support students
and give our students and staff
and facilitate the residential life
a really welcoming, stimulating
programme which runs social
environment.”
20 21PREPARING
ENTREPRENEURS FOR
START-UP SUCCESS
Launching a business is hard work developing his business plan and
and many fail to make it past the honing the company’s point of
idea stage, but the CO.STARTERS difference.
programme at AUT is boosting
CO.STARTERS has also been
the success rate for aspiring
the launching pad for a VR
entrepreneurs.
company, a meal kit business,
Southern Studios director Geoff a food producer specialising in
Holmes says CO.STARTERS and plant-based, allergen and planet
some final-year papers in his friendly products, and a beverage
Bachelor of Business at AUT were company successfully tackling the
the catalyst for starting his own Australasian energy drink market
creative production studio. with a clean alternative.
“They provided the framework Led by programme manager
that simplified an extremely Sabrina Nagel, CO.STARTERS
complex business landscape, was established at AUT in 2015
enabling me to not only build my and is based on an international
business, but to grow our clients’ programme designed to foster
businesses as well.” entrepreneurial ecosystems and
equip people with the skills to
Geoff opted into the ten-week
launch a business.
CO.STARTERS programme at the
end of his degree, wanting to Director of entrepreneurship and
build his own business but lacking innovation, Martin Bell, says the
the right experience. results have been impressive.
“I knew I wanted to create “CO.STARTERS has proven to be
something within the production an empowering foundation for
and advertising industry and gave aspiring student entrepreneurs.
myself two years to make it work.
“Graduates of the programme
I was super green, hadn’t run a
leave with the insights and
business before, and I was looking
tools they need to take the next
for anything and everything to
practical steps in building a
upskill myself so I didn’t fail.”
sustainable business. Perhaps
Geoff, who now runs an most importantly they become
award-winning studio, says part of a growing CO.STARTERS
CO.STARTERS provided valuable community with a better
mentoring and helped him understanding of how to pursue
focus on critical steps including their entrepreneurial dreams.”
22 Image courtesy of Southern Studios (https://southernstudios.tv)
23LIFE AT AUT
AUT is a modern and innovative university with endless opportunities and a supportive culture that celebrates
diversity. Studying at AUT is your chance to meet new people and develop lifelong skills, while getting the
support you need to succeed at university and beyond.
We’re proactive in enabling students to succeed, and our comprehensive student support services ensure that you
have an amazing experience inside and outside the classroom and are prepared for any challenge in front of you.
Easy to get help Settling into university life
At AUT, we don’t want anything to get in the way of you Studying at university can be quite an adjustment. That’s
enjoying your student experience and achieving your why AUT helps new students transition to university life
goals. So no matter what the problem, the Student Hub by delivering a wide-ranging orientation programme on
Get involved in campus life
is here to help. You can find a Student Hub on each of campus and online at the start of each semester. AUT Joining a club is a great way to meet like-minded people
our three campuses or online, and our team can help Orientation is complemented by a fun social programme and make lifelong friends outside of lectures. Choose from
with anything from advice for applicants, academic and to help you meet new friends and celebrate the exciting We speak your language a range of student-run social, sustainability, academic
personal support, StudyLink and fees advice, ID cards and new journey you’re on. Orientation is just one aspect; we Our students come from 141 countries, so we know that and cultural clubs – a great way to meet new people,
Auckland Transport tertiary travel discounts, to wellbeing also offer activities throughout the semester. To help you sometimes it’s easier to have things explained in your participate in events and get involved in campus life.
needs and services for our diverse communities. navigate the student journey, AUT’s app also provides up- first language. That’s why some of the Student Hub team
to-date news, events and information about AUT anytime, are bilingual. Just ask if we have anyone who speaks your
anywhere. Committed to Māori advancement
Getting around preferred language.
AUT values all Māori students and whānau, and is
Whether it’s finding your way to campus or getting
around between lectures, AUT offers a range of resources
Finding the right place to live Play sport or join the gym committed to promoting Māori presence and involvement
in all facets of university life. We have a range of support
to help you navigate your new environment. AUT has Living in AUT student accommodation is a great option AUT is New Zealand’s leading sports university, with state- services to help, including learning services, study and
shuttle buses that travel between the AUT City and South especially if you’re in your first year of study or from of-the-art sports facilities, on-campus gyms, and a huge cultural spaces, student groups, mentors, kaupapa Māori
Campus (including New Zealand’s first electric bus), outside Auckland. Our student accommodation is secure, number of sports teams and events. As an AUT student events and Takawaenga Māori student advisors who are
delivers campus and city tours during Orientation, and with specialised staff and security available on-site you can participate in a wide variety of sports, from social dedicated to helping our Māori students.
provides MazeMaps online, a mapping tool designed to 24/7. Located just minutes away from our City or North on-campus games to elite international competitions. As
help navigate complex environments and highlight any Campuses, AUT’s self-catered student accommodation is a part of University Tertiary Sport (UTSNZ) you may also
obstacles for people with accessibility needs. convenient and modern apartment-style living, designed have the chance to represent AUT against some of the best Pacific student success
to help you build friendships and achieve academic student athletes in the country. AUT offers a range of services designed to support
success. Our accommodation options include our brand
our diverse Pacific communities, including academic
new, purpose-built accommodation in Mayoral Drive near
the AUT City Campus, which offers studio apartments Disability student support & resources tutoring, and a comprehensive mentoring and
leadership programme.
with facilities including a rec centre, social areas and
If you have an impairment, our Disability Support team
study spaces.
can support you to participate as fully as you can in
learning and student life. We work with students before Join the AUT rainbow community
they start at AUT to help identify their specific needs and AUT was the first university in New Zealand to appoint
ensure they’re set up for success while they’re studying a full-time rainbow community co-ordinator to provide
with us by developing an Academic Accommodation dedicated support for rainbow students. This role provides
Plan. AUT is strongly committed to equity of access and support, services and resources for all rainbow students
opportunity for students, staff and visitors, and supports and all rainbow identities at AUT. AUT also has a dedicated
the principles of Kia Ōrite: Code of Practice for an inclusive rainbow room where students can study and connect,
tertiary environment. and where student groups can meet. As a Rainbow Tick
university, AUT also takes part in city-wide rainbow events
Supporting parents and offers rainbow students further opportunities through
rainbow scholarships.
AUT has childcare centres at the City and the North
Campus, providing a safe and happy environment with
excellent staff and high-quality facilities.
24 25Financial assistance Student ambassadors ready to help
We understand that studying can be tough on your AUT has more than 200 knowledgeable student
finances. The Student Hub team offers financial assistance ambassadors who help support events and activities across
to students who are experiencing financial difficulty while AUT. One of their key roles is to help new students as they
studying at AUT. We may be able to provide assistance settle into their studies. We also have RUOK advisors who
with food and transports vouchers or living expenses like focus on students’ wellbeing, and make sure students are
overdue rent or utility bills. aware of the support services and resources available.
Helping you succeed in your studies We embrace all faiths
Our library and learning support team offers a wide range We take a multifaith approach by providing spiritual
of services and resources, and there are digital resources support to students from various beliefs. AUT encourages
available to develop your academic skills. The Library also understanding, tolerance and harmony, respecting
runs a range of workshops to help you get the most out everyone’s spiritual views. Access our faith and prayer
LIFE AT AUT (continued) of your studies and work smarter, rather than harder. Our
extensive peer mentoring programme provides academic
support from others who have already completed the same
rooms on campus, attend events, or get support from our
team of chaplains.
course. You can also access Studiosity, our online 24/7
academic support service for guidance and feedback on Stay healthy and well
academic writing and skills.
Supporting you into your future career Gain an edge on the competition At AUT it’s OK to ask for help. We actively encourage all
students to be aware of their own wellness needs – mind,
The AUT Employability team prepares you for your future The AUT Edge and Beyond AUT Awards help you gain an body and spirit. You’ll have access to free or low-cost
career by developing job search, interview and networking extra edge in the competitive marketplace by developing
Support for postgraduate students medical treatment at our full-service medical centres.
skills, building your personal brand and more highly employable skills through volunteering, leadership The Graduate Research School provides leadership and We’re also committed to helping you build resilience,
and employability activities. support services for postgraduate research students mental strength and the skills to manage stress. That’s why
and their supervisors at AUT. We provide advice and all students can get free, confidential counselling sessions
Connections to the workplace information related to applications for the Master of and mental health support. Our advisors in the Student Hub
We run a full programme of employer presentations,
Top internships around the world Philosophy and doctoral programmes, offer advice on can help you with a range of queries. Talk to us about any
events and workshops throughout the year - on campus New AUT graduates have once-in-a-lifetime opportunities postgraduate policy matters, and monitor the progress topic; study-related or personal. We also organise Bright
and online - with employers offering advice and insights to apply their learning in a global context thanks to the of research students at AUT from the moment they’re Side at AUT events where students can develop better self-
into their industries or recruiting future employees. Four AUT Internz International Scholarship programme. As well admitted to their programme to the time they complete knowledge and a greater sense of purpose.
graduate job boards, including an international one, offer as providing a chance to intern with amazing employers their degree. Each faculty also has dedicated staff
great work opportunities for AUT graduates and interns. in a range of industries in America, Asia and the UK, to support postgraduate students in all programmes
AUT provides scholarships to cover visas, return travel, throughout their studies.
High-performance athlete support
travel and health insurance and a stipend to support We encourage athletes to succeed both on and off the
A launchpad for entrepreneurs living expenses. More than 200 AUT graduates started sporting stage though the Elite Athlete Programme with
AUT is a great place for aspiring entrepreneurs. If you their careers by completing internships for organisations A vibrant research culture support to combine sporting goals with education, career
want to turn your entrepreneurial ideas into a viable like Facebook Creative Shop, Icebreaker, Allbirds, We create a wide range of opportunities for supervisors and other life aspirations.
business, you can join our ten-week CO.STARTERS@AUT Lululemon, FCB West, Paramount Recording Studios, and postgraduate research students to collaborate,
programme or participate in the X Challenge to compete Sundance Institute, the Metropolitan Museum of Art and connect and share ideas through workshops, events,
for a range of cash prizes to help you take the next step The Smithsonian Institution through the AUT Internz doctoral inductions and the research students’ peer
Representing your interests
on your entrepreneurial journey. AUT students and alumni Scholarship Programme. groups. The annual Research Symposium and 3 Minute The AUT Student Association (AUTSA) exists to advocate
who have a promising idea for a start-up could also work Thesis competition are among the many events that and represent the interests of all students attending AUT.
with AUT Ventures Ltd to bring their ideas to market. We showcase AUT’s student research culture and celebrate
can help you access commercial funding sources, protect
See the world before you graduate postgraduate student success.
The association also publishes the university student
magazine Debate, and runs social activities during
your intellectual property and avoid the pitfalls many An international student exchange offers an amazing Orientation and throughout the year.
start-ups face. opportunity to study overseas as part of your degree. Study
for a semester or a year at one of our partner universities Free access to digital tools
around the world, and immerse yourself in another culture, and resources Safe and friendly campuses
make lifelong friends and get international experience We offer students all the digital tools needed to succeed, We make sure our students are safe when they’re on
before you graduate. including free wifi on campus, the full Microsoft Office 365 campus. Our friendly security staff are available day and
suite for up to five devices and access to LinkedIn Learning night to help if you have any concerns.
(lynda.com), a world-leading online learning platform.
26 27A
ARCHITECTURE &
BUILT ENVIRONMENT
Draws upon global
issues, indigenous
worldviews and the
need for sustainable
design
At AUT you learn to design
built environments that
recognise indigenous values
and address Auckland’s
rapid population growth,
as well as global issues like
housing affordability, global
warming and homelessness.
You’ll be taught by Expert lecturers,
professional architects, as nationally and
internationally
well as professionals with
recognised in
backgrounds in design, architecture, design,
engineering, computer engineering and
science, creative technologies, more
media, business and
entrepreneurship. You learn
in an interactive environment
where you collaborate with
your classmates, mana whenua
and experts from different
disciplines to find innovative
solutions that support
community wellbeing and
Students work on
nurture future generations. live, real industry
briefs
28 29PROGRAMMES
PROGRAMMES
UNDERGRADUATE STUDY POSTGRADUATE STUDY
Master of Architecture Master of Engineering Doctor of Philosophy
Bachelor of Architecture and Bachelor of Design Bachelor of Engineering (Professional) Project Management
Future Environments (Honours) Duration 3-6 years
• Spatial Design Duration 2 years F/T, Duration 1 year F/T,
Duration 3 years F/T only Campus City
• Architectural Engineering 5 years P/T 2 years P/T
Duration 3 years F/T, 6 years P/T • Construction Engineering Starts 1 Feb & 1 Aug 2022
Campus City Campus City Campus City
Campus City
Starts 28 Feb 2022 Duration 4 years F/T, 8 years P/T Starts 28 Feb 2022 Starts 28 Feb & 18 July 2022
Starts 28 Feb 2022
Campus City
Starts 28 Feb & 18 July 2022 Master of Construction Master of Philosophy
KEY
Management
F/T full-time Duration 1 year F/T,
P/T part-time Duration 1 year F/T, 2 years P/T
2 years P/T Campus City
Campus City Starts 1 Feb & 1 Aug 2022
Starts 28 Feb & 18 July 2022
WORLD-LEADING RESEARCH
AUT researchers work on projects across the built environment, in New Zealand and around the world.
You can collaborate on projects, and work with graduates and architects to create meaningful change
in the built environment. As an architecture student at AUT you can also access our Architectural
Engineering Lab, Built Environment Engineering Lab, Communities and Learning Lab and Urban
Wellbeing Lab. You work on research projects that demonstrate the way architecture, design intelligence
and future cities can become intertwined.
“I like that architecture at AUT has a focus on the future, and that we’re thinking “I came to AUT to study spatial design, but had always aspired to move into architecture
about our environment while studying architecture. I would absolutely recommend eventually. I’d love to have the opportunity to create spaces that improve people’s lives
the Bachelor of Architecture and Future Environments to students who are and inspire the next generation. When AUT introduced new architecture programmes
keen to learn about so much more than just ‘architecture’ itself. I believe that in the final year of my bachelor’s degree, I jumped at the opportunity. The future of
as architects and designers, we need to act and think of tangible ways to architecture will play an important role within the sustainability of our environments,
prevent further global problems as we play a massive role in sustainable mankind’s wellbeing and the salvation of our climate. AUT’s architecture
development and determining the state of our ecosystem. I want to programmes were established to tackle these issues, challenge the current
work as an architect after I graduate, and integrate the skills that I gain state of architecture, and think about the possibilities we can offer as future
from this degree to contribute to the sustainable growth of cities and architects.”
urban environments around the world.” Matangireia Mita Ngarua Yates-Francis
Te Arawa, Te Aitanga-a-Mahaki, Rongowhakaata, Ngāti Maniapoto
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Azra Banu
Student, Bachelor of Architecture Master of Architecture (Professional) student
Bachelor of Design in Spatial Design
and Future Environments
aut.ac.nz/architecture-beA
ART & DESIGN
TOP 150
WORLDWIDE
AUT’s School of Art and
Design is ranked in the top 150
worldwide in the QS World
University Subject Rankings
2020. Our programmes cover
a range of disciplines and
are driven by an exceptional
studio culture experience. Our
world-class facilities include Industry-leading
three galleries, a 3D lab, digital, studios, labs and
photographic and moving technology
image facilities (including a
motion capture studio), and a
textile and design lab. You’ll
be supervised by our expert
academic staff and have the
chance to work on national
and international projects,
often with real industry clients.
Our programmes balance
creativity, research and
conceptual development with Award-winning,
industry-experienced
theoretical and professional teaching staff
studies.
32 33PROGRAMMES
PROGRAMMES
UNDERGRADUATE STUDY POSTGRADUATE STUDY
Certificate in Science and Bachelor of Design Bachelor of Visual Arts Postgraduate Certificate in Master of Design Master of Philosophy
Technology Design
• Communication Design C S Duration 3 years F/T, Duration 1½ years F/T, Duration 1 year F/T,
• Design Technologies pathway • Digital Design C 6 years P/T Duration ½ year F/T, up to 3 years P/T 2 years P/T
• Fashion Design C Campus City 1 year P/T Campus City Campus City
Duration 1 year F/T only • Industrial Design C
Starts 28 Feb 2022 Campus City Starts 28 Feb & 18 July 2022 Starts 1 Feb & 1 Aug 2022
Campus City & South • Interaction Design C
• Spatial Design C Starts 28 Feb & 18 July 2022
Starts 28 Feb & 18 July 2022
Duration 3 years F/T, Master of Visual Arts Doctor of Philosophy
6 years P/T Postgraduate Certificate in
Diploma in Arts Duration 1½ years F/T, Duration 3-6 years
Campus City & South Visual Arts
up to 3 years P/T
Campus City
• Communication Design Starts 28 Feb 2022 Duration ½ year F/T Campus City
Starts 1 Feb & 1 Aug 2022
Duration 1 year F/T, 2 years P/T Campus City Starts 28 Feb 2022
Starts 28 Feb 2022
Campus South
Starts 28 Feb 2022
WORLD-CLASS RESEARCH
KEY
C City Campus F/T full-time Our creative-led research covers a broad range of art and design disciplines. Cultural practitioners –
N North Campus P/T part-time visual artists, spatial and fashion designers, film makers and more – come together to explore broad
S South Campus notions of art and design at AUT. As an art and design student you have access to our industry-
leading studios, labs and services. These include photographic and lighting facilities; motion capture,
printmaking and 3D labs; and digital textile machines at our world-class Textile and Design Lab.
We’re also the home of the ST PAUL St Gallery, a suite of purpose-built galleries and project spaces
dedicated to the development of contemporary art and a programme of exhibitions, events, symposia
and publications.
“AUT has its finger on the pulse of design, which is an especially dynamic industry. “I think the academic staff we had were so special, and showed us they really cared
The workshops and studios make use of the latest technology for designers to make and thought that what we were doing was important. Making art and then showing it
their ideas a reality. With strong connections and staff within the industry, alongside to others can be really scary and personal, so it’s important that those lecturers hold
some game-changing graduates, AUT is leading the change in thinking for the future space for you. I loved that we were able to crack jokes and cry in front of them. Our
of design. While I was at AUT, I used many of my university projects to enter class size for sculpture was really small, so the friendships I made ran deep and the
entrepreneurial and design competitions, winning a number of awards and attention from the lecturers was really high. I’m still good friends with my
being invited to exhibit a student project at the Global Grad Show at Dubai classmates and lecturers, which feels really important.”
Design Week.”
Vanessa Crofskey
Haydn Jack Staff Writer/Communications Manager,
Industrial Designer, Blender Design The Pantograph Punch / Freelance Artist
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Bachelor of Design in Industrial Design Bachelor of Visual Arts
aut.ac.nz/artdesignBBUSINESS Ranked in the top
300 universities
worldwide for all
business subjects
Our programmes are designed
in collaboration with business
leaders and experts, and
integrate theory with current
practice and global trends.
Our teaching approach and
learning opportunities will
help develop your creativity,
Connecting
critical thinking, collaboration, more students
and communication skills, with employers
and include internships and through workplace
applied projects that give you experience
the competitive edge for your
career. The AUT Business
School is internationally
ranked and accredited, and
recognised for teaching and
research that is transforming
business and society. Our
alumni are ready to challenge
routine thinking and put
Transforming
forward innovative solutions, business and
and they’re shaping successful society through
careers all around the world. our research
36 37UNDERGRADUATE STUDY POSTGRADUATE STUDY
PROGRAMMES
PROGRAMMES
Certificate in Business Bachelor of Arts & Bachelor Bachelor of Business & Bachelor of Business Postgraduate Diploma in Master of Philosophy
Studies of Business conjoint Bachelor of International (Honours) Business
Duration 1 year F/T, 2 years P/T
programme Hospitality Management
Duration ½ year F/T only • Accounting Duration 1 year F/T, 2 years P/T
conjoint programme Campus City & South
Campus City & South Duration 4 years F/T, • Economics Campus City Starts 1 Feb, 1 May, 1 Aug &
up to 9 years P/T Duration 4 years F/T, • Finance
Starts 28 Feb & 18 July 2022 Starts 28 Feb & 18 July 2022 1 Nov 2022
Campus City & South up to 9 years P/T • Information Systems
Campus City & South
• International Business
Starts 28 Feb & 18 July 2022 • Management
Diploma in Business Starts 28 Feb & 18 July 2022 Master of Business Doctor of Philosophy
• Marketing
Duration 1 year F/T only
• Sport Leadership and Duration 3-6 years
Bachelor of Business & Management • Accounting
Campus City & South Bachelor of Communication Bachelor of Business & • Economics Campus City & South
Studies conjoint programme Bachelor of Science conjoint Duration 1 year F/T, 2 years P/T • Finance Starts 1 Feb, 1 May, 1 Aug &
Starts 28 Feb & 18 July 2022 • Information Systems
programme Campus City 1 Nov 2022
Duration 4 years F/T, • International Business
up to 8 years P/T Duration 4 years F/T, Starts 28 Feb & 18 July 2022 • Management
Bachelor of Business • Marketing
Campus City & South up to 9 years P/T
• Sport Leadership and
• Accounting C S Starts 28 Feb 2022 Campus City & South Postgraduate Certificate in Management
• Economics C Starts 28 Feb & 18 July 2022 Business
• Finance C Duration 1½ years F/T,
• Human Resource Management Bachelor of Business & Duration ½ year F/T, 3 years P/T
and Employment Relations C S Bachelor of Computer Graduate Certificate in 1 year P/T Campus City
• Information Systems C
and Information Sciences Business
• International Business and Campus City Starts 28 Feb & 18 July 2022
Strategy C
conjoint programme Starts 28 Feb & 18 July 2022
Duration ½ year F/T,
• Management C S Duration 4 years F/T, 1 year P/T
• Marketing, Advertising, Retailing up to 9 years P/T Campus City & South
and Sales C
Campus City & South Starts 28 Feb & 18 July 2022
Duration 3 years F/T, Starts 28 Feb & 18 July 2022
6 years P/T
Campus City & South Graduate Diploma in
Starts 28 Feb & 18 July 2022
Bachelor of Business & Business
Bachelor of Health Science
Duration 1 year F/T,
conjoint programme
2 years P/T
Duration 4½ years F/T, Campus City & South
up to 9 years P/T
Starts 28 Feb & 18 July 2022
KEY
Campus City & South1
C City Campus F/T full-time
N North Campus P/T part-time
Starts 28 Feb & 18 July 2022
S South Campus
1. Health papers offered at the North Campus.
“I felt a strong sense of community and belonging at AUT, especially seeing
Pacific representation throughout all levels of the university. I felt especially
encouraged to succeed after seeing my lecturers commit time and effort
towards their students’ development and achievement. It’s easy to feel
motivated to succeed when you have such inspirational people in your
corner. The smaller-sized workshops we had at AUT helped to create a
comfortable environment where I felt confident in participating
amongst my peers. I’ve also enjoyed the support systems in place
at AUT, specifically those tailored to Māori or Pacific students.”
Angelitsa Nekelo
Graduate Accountant, KPMG
Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Accounting
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Bachelor of Business in Accounting and Finance
aut.ac.nz/businessPOSTGRADUATE STUDY CONTINUED
PROGRAMMES
PROGRAMMES
Postgraduate Certificate in Master of Business Postgraduate Diploma in Master of Applied Finance Postgraduate Diploma in Master of Marketing
Business Administration Administration Professional Accounting Global Business
Duration 1-1½ years F/T, Duration 1-1½ years F/T,
Duration ½ year F/T, Duration 1-1½ years F/T, Duration 1 year F/T, 2-4 years P/T Duration 1 year F/T, 2-4 years P/T
1-1½ years P/T 2-4 years P/T 1½ years P/T Campus City 1½ years P/T Campus City
Campus City Campus City Campus City Starts 28 Feb, 18 July & 25 Oct Campus City Starts 28 Feb, 18 July & 25 Oct
Starts 28 Feb, 9 May, 18 July & Starts 28 Feb, 9 May, 18 July & Starts 28 Feb, 18 July & 25 Oct 2022 Starts 28 Feb, 18 July & 25 Oct 2022
26 Sept 2022 26 Sept 2022 2022 2022
Postgraduate Diploma in Postgraduate Diploma in
Postgraduate Diploma in Postgraduate Certificate in Master of Professional Business Management Master of Global Business Supply Chain Management
Business Administration Business Studies Accounting
Duration 1 year F/T, Duration 1-1½ years F/T, Duration 1 year F/T,
Duration 1-1½ years F/T, Duration ½ year F/T, Duration 1½ years F/T, 1½ years P/T 2-4 years P/T 2 years P/T
2-4 years P/T 1 year P/T 3 years P/T Campus City Campus City Campus City
Campus City Campus City Campus City Starts 28 Feb, 18 July & 25 Oct Starts 28 Feb, 18 July & 25 Oct Starts 28 Feb, 18 July & 25 Oct
Starts 28 Feb, 9 May, 18 July & Starts 28 Feb, 18 July & 25 Oct Starts 28 Feb, 18 July & 25 Oct 2022 2022 2022
26 Sept 2022 2022 2022
Master of Business Postgraduate Diploma in Master of
Postgraduate Certificate in Postgraduate Diploma in Management Marketing Supply Chain Management
Professional Accounting Applied Finance
Duration 1-1½ years F/T, Duration 1 year F/T, Duration 1-1½ years F/T,
Duration ½ year F/T, Duration 1 year F/T, 2-4 years P/T 1½ years P/T 2-4 years P/T
1 year P/T 1½ years P/T Campus City Campus City Campus City
Campus City Campus City Starts 28 Feb, 18 July & 25 Oct Starts 28 Feb, 18 July & 25 Oct Starts 28 Feb, 18 July & 25 Oct
Starts 28 Feb, 18 July & 25 Oct Starts 28 Feb, 18 July & 25 Oct 2022 2022 2022
2022 2022
WORLD-LEADING RESEARCH
Our world-class researchers work in all major disciplines in business and economics, and in our
multidisciplinary research centres. At the heart of our research is collaborative engagement with our
external stakeholders in business, the professions, government and the community. Our research centres
and groups include the Accounting for Social Impact Research Group, Auckland Centre for Financial
Research, Centre for Occupational Health and Safety Research, Gender and Diversity Research Group and
the New Zealand Work Research Institute.
“The in-class experience has been the most enjoyable part of my studies. The
“At first I wasn’t sure which university I wanted to attend as I had received scholarships lecturers are all experts in their fields, and they always share their valuable
for three different universities, but once I had researched what I wanted in a university, knowledge and experiences. Because they share real business world issues
I realised that AUT ticked all the boxes. I wanted a university that was supportive and and practices with us, I feel engaged and know that what we’re learning will
cared about its students, and AUT instantly stood out to me. I also loved that AUT be useful for my future career. I also enjoy that we’re all sharing different
had small class sizes, gave students the opportunity to gain workplace experience ideas and diverse perspectives, which makes the classes exciting. AUT has a
at the end of their degree and offered many opportunities outside of the robust reputation for providing an exceptional university education and
curriculum, which results in AUT alumni graduating with more than just having outstanding student support for all international students.
degrees. I know I’ve made the right call choosing AUT.” Other students currently studying at New Zealand universities
Dannielle Aldworth recommended that I should pursue my degree with AUT. This
People and Culture Graduate, Auckland Council made me confident in choosing AUT.”
Bachelor of Business in Human Resource Management and Employment
Relations & Economics Latsamy Mahaphonh
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