University news

AUT welcomes you to BGO 2026

Experience the celebratory atmosphere of Big Gay Out and showcase your allyship for all rainbow communities.

Students can now swap cities in NZ

Three New Zealand universities are serving up a new kind of study experience — and it’s one that doesn’t involve Kiwis hopping across the ditch.

Te Ataata 2026 - Alizée Armet

Artist-researcher Alizée Armet has been selected as 2026 Te Ataata artist in residence at AUT’s Faculty of Design and Creative Technologies - Te Ara Auaha

First PhD concludes 25-year celebrations

AUT’s first Doctoral graduate, Dr Debbie Blake, ended a year of celebrating 25 years as NZ’s only university of technology.

AUT joins forces with F&P Healthcare

Vice-Chancellor Professor Damon Salesa formalised AUT’s highly valued partnership with Fisher & Paykel Healthcare at a special ceremony held last week.

The battle between Netflix and Paramount

The battle between Netflix and Paramount for WBD may significantly affect NZ’s screen sector and audience choice.

Damon Salesa to lead AUT to 2032

AUT Council extends VC appointment for five more years

AUT robots star at Kiwi derby

AUT’s leadership in New Zealand’s sport and technology sectors was on full display at a recent Auckland FC game.

Unleashing young entrepreneurs’ futures

The newly-launched Ara Tipu Start-Up programme will train and fund entrepreneurial young AUT students.

NZSL team wins national award

The team’s commitment to allyship and inclusivity has been recognised at Te Whatu Kairangi