Study hospitality, tourism and events

Our hospitality, tourism and event management courses are world ranked and recognised globally, so you know that at AUT you learn from some of the world’s best. Our programmes are ranked in the top 40 globally by the prestigious Shanghai Ranking and in the world’s top 100 by rankings organisation QS, and our tourism programme is certified by United Nations Tourism.

Workplace experience is at the heart of our hospitality and tourism degrees, and strong links with industry mean you can choose from lots of great organisations for your work placement. You’ll also learn about real-life hospitality right here on campus in our training restaurants, making it easy for you to move from university to your future career.

A certificate or diploma will give you an introduction to your chosen subject and can prepare you for further study.

A short course will develop your skills and knowledge in an area of personal or professional interest.

Research in hospitality, tourism and events

We believe in high-quality research that has impact, and have world-class researchers and research strengths across many fields in hospitality, tourism and events.

More about our research

International student exchange

Immerse yourself in another culture while you study and have the adventure of your life by going on a student exchange:

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Emily Morgan with her large golden trophy and three medals.
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A couple eating breakfast, with sun coming through the window behind them.
Emily Morgan in her chef whites, standing in AUT's kitchens.
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Emily Morgan with her large golden trophy and three medals.
Graduate wins top culinary competition
02 Oct, 2025
Culinary arts graduate Emily Morgan recently won the prestigious 2025 Nestlé Golden Chef of the Year.
A couple eating breakfast, with sun coming through the window behind them.
Why do we eat three meals a day?
10 Apr, 2025
Why do many people eat breakfast, lunch and dinner? It hasn't always been that way.
Emily Morgan in her chef whites, standing in AUT's kitchens.
High placing in trans-Tasman cook-off
15 Oct, 2024
An AUT culinary arts student has done well in a trans-Tasman live cook-off competition for apprentice and young chefs.
Busy tourism in Venice Italy
Could “slow tourism” offset overtourism?
11 Sep, 2024
Mindfulness – being fully present in the moment – has influenced several sectors, including slow food, slow fashion, and now slow travel.

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Phone 0800 AUT AUT (0800 288 288)

School of Hospitality and Tourism
WH Building, City Campus
55 Wellesley Street East
Auckland City
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