Student entrepreneurship
At AUT, entrepreneurship isn't a buzzword – it's what our students actually do. From spin-offs to student startups, we back builders who solve real problems by offering them training, mentoring and connection.
Join the Ara Tipu Start-Up Programme
Got an idea that keeps you up at night? The AUT Ara Tipu Start-Up Programme – delivered in partnership with The King’s Trust Aotearoa New Zealand – supports young entrepreneurs between 18 and 30 with mentoring, training and access to seed funding to turn ideas into impact.
Ten weeks. Real mentors. Up to $10,000 in funding. Your move.
AUT Ventures: supporting entrepreneurs
Got research that could change things? A business idea worth pursuing? The AUT Ventures team helps AUT students and staff protect IP, find customers and build companies that matter. No corporate speak, just practical help.
Courses on entrepreneurship
Want to study entrepreneurship? Use our course search to find entrepreneurship courses.
As an AUT student you could also join the AUT Start Up Club or compete in the National Case Competition League. This is where theory meets practice.
Got an idea? Let's talk
Whether you want to join our programmes, partner with us or just explore what's possible:
Email: engage@aut.ac.nz
Research expertise in entrepreneurship
Our research expertise includes Māori social entrepreneurship, internationalisation of innovation, case competitions, innovation strategy and social entrepreneurship.