Study options for international students

AUT offers more than 250 programmes for international students in Auckland, New Zealand – undergraduate, postgraduate, foundation pathways, English language and Study Abroad. Wherever you're starting from, there's a route in. Find yours below.

AUT is ranked #1 in New Zealand for international outlook, with students from 140+ countries on campus. Whatever you study, the emphasis is on learning that works in the real world; not just in the classroom.

What can international students study at AUT in Auckland?

Degree programmes

More than 250 programmes across business, creative industries, engineering, computer and mathematical sciences, health, hospitality, law, sport and more – all built around applied, practical learning.

BROWSE PROGRAMMES

Pathways to degree study

Not quite ready to start a degree? AUT's foundation and pathway programmes close the gap – building the academic and English language skills you need, with a clear route into your chosen degree at the end.

EXPLORE PATHWAYS

English language courses

Strong English opens doors at university – and beyond it. Our English courses build the language skills you need for study at AUT, with direct entry into your chosen programme once you're ready

LEARN ENGLISH

Study Abroad

Spending a semester at AUT as part of your home university's programme? Base yourself in Auckland, travel across New Zealand and earn credits towards your qualification back home.

STUDY ABROAD AT AUT

Student exchange

AUT has formal exchange agreements with over 60 universities worldwide. If yours is one of them, you may be able to spend one or two semesters studying here.

VISIT ON AN EXCHANGE

PhD study

If you'll be based in New Zealand while completing your PhD, you pay the same fees as a domestic student – and research alongside academics who are active in your field.

PHD AT AUT

What it's like to study at AUT

Real workplace experience

Real projects, real connections. Many AUT programmes include workplace experience so you’re ready for what’s next.

Industry-standard equipment

Theory's important. But at AUT much of the real work happens in our world-class facilities.

Support from day one

Uni can get intense. At AUT, you’ll find real people, real answers and support that’s built around your life – not just your study.

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Find out about your study options and learn what it’s like to study at AUT.

International Student Prospectus

Contact

You can contact us online, phone us, or find an AUT agent in your country.

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