New to AUT? Starting uni is exciting but it can also be a bit of a change from high school or the workplace. Don't worry – we're here to help.
Find out how to get started at AUT, where to get support, and how to make sure you’re settling into uni life and making the most of your time at AUT.
Make sure you get the best start to your AUT journey and use our resources to get a digital headstart with information on getting set up for your first week at AUT and the support available at AUT.
To help you make the most of your time at AUT, our student ambassadors provide an overview of the support services, systems and spaces available for you. Watch what Prabhjot, Shenay, AJ and Mithila would like to share.
Sophia Ernst
Sherry Ng
Cerys Gwilliam
Samuel Kafiar
Aleka Timog
Terence Pohatu Waikite Thornton Apiata
Yuli Wang
University is meant to be one of the most exciting times of your life, but it’s perfectly normal to feel homesick or lonely at some stage. Find out what you can do if you feel like this and where to get support:
As you start your journey at AUT, it’s a good idea to get to know the common words and phrases you’ll hear while studying here. Our glossary covers the AUT language you need to know.
Orientation is a great way to kickstart your university journey. At the start of each semester, we welcome new students to AUT through our Orientation programme. It's our way of bringing you into the AUT community and making sure you have the best start to your university journey.
Stay up to date with what’s happening at AUT and download the AUT App. The app contains everything you need, including the latest news and upcoming events. You can download the app as soon as you receive your AUT network login.
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Once you're at AUT, you can check out the events and workshops designed to help you get your uni life off to the best start.
Need help or have a question?
Contact the Student Hub throughout your studies at AUT.
Email: studenthub@aut.ac.nz
Phone: 0800 288 864
Contact us online