University of Auckland is New Zealand’s largest and highest-ranked university, located in the vibrant city of Auckland. Established in 1883, the university is internationally recognized for its excellence in teaching, research, and innovation. It offers a dynamic and inclusive learning environment that attracts students from over 120 countries, creating a diverse and globally connected community.
The University of Auckland provides a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across disciplines such as business, engineering, health sciences, arts, and technology. With world-class facilities, leading academics, and strong industry connections, students gain practical skills and real-world experience. The university is committed to empowering students to become future leaders, offering outstanding support services, research opportunities, and pathways to successful global careers.
The University of Auckland offers a personalised education experience where students learn from world‑class academics in small tutorials and state‑of‑the‑art facilities, supported by dedicated academic advisors and the Award‑winning Career Development and Employability Services, all aimed at helping you shape your learning to fit your goals.
Living at the University of Auckland’s residential accommodation puts you in a vibrant student community with over 4,500 residents across City and Grafton campuses, where you benefit from academic mentoring, social events, pastoral care and 24/7 support, helping you build lifelong friendships while being immersed in campus life.
Students at the University of Auckland can choose from more than 200 programmes spanning undergraduate and postgraduate study, including 125 undergraduate subjects and over 130 postgraduate options, giving you the flexibility to tailor your degree across diverse fields of study.
With a truly global outlook, the University of Auckland connects students to industry through research collaborations, internship and partnerships that help you build professional networks and gain real‑world experience, enhancing your career prospects in NZ and around the world.
Students receive comprehensive support services—from academic help and wellbeing resources to career guidance and transition support—ensuring you thrive during your studies and beyond graduation, with services tailored to both domestic and international experiences.
The University of Auckland awards over NZ$92 million in scholarships and prizes annually to thousands of students based on academic achievement, talent, leadership and potential, making world‑class study more accessible and helping reduce financial barriers to education.
Auckland University provides vibrant and inclusive campus communities that inspire learning experiences and personal development.
The University of Auckland has over 170 scholarships available to international and domestic students to help with tuition fees and living costs, with awards based on academic merit, talent, leadership and potential. These include excellence scholarships, high‑achiever awards and faculty‑specific funding, and some are worth up to NZ$20,000 or more for eligible students.
The University of Auckland has over 170 scholarships available to international and domestic students to help with tuition fees and living costs, with awards based on academic merit, talent, leadership and potential. These include excellence scholarships, high‑achiever awards and faculty‑specific funding, and some are worth up to NZ$20,000 or more for eligible students.
International students receive dedicated support throughout their journey, including pre‑arrival guidance and visa webinars, international orientation, academic support, wellbeing services, and peer‑mentoring programmes like the AUSA Buddy Programme to help you settle into life in New Zealand.
The international student community at Auckland is vibrant and diverse, with peers from many countries studying across faculties and engaging in cultural events, clubs, support groups and social activities. Services and programmes help you connect with other students, share experiences, and make friends from around the world while enjoying life in one of New Zealand’s largest and most multicultural cities.