Engineering, computer and mathematical sciences

AUT’s degrees in engineering and computer and mathematical sciences are your opportunity to play a key role in New Zealand’s technological, social and economic development.

Our teaching and research staff are among the best in New Zealand and internationally. This, alongside collaborative learning environments and valuable workplace experience with industry clients, contributes to our programmes achieving the highest standards in student experience and employer satisfaction.

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

Academic departments

Research in engineering, computer and mathematical sciences

We believe in high-quality research that has impact, and have world-class researchers and research strengths across engineering, computer and mathematical sciences.

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Women in technology

If you’re a woman studying or interested in technology, you can find support, encouragement and fun in a number of groups – check out how you can help each other to succeed in your fields.

Women in technology

Partnerships with international universities

We have a number of partnerships and collaborative programmes with universities around the world.

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Work with us: ways to partner with AUT

We’re proud of our strong industry links – and we’re always looking for new opportunities to partner with organisations. Find out how you can access AUT talent and help shape the future of computing and engineering.

Become an industry partner

Labs and facilities

Our industry-leading facilities for engineering and computer and mathematical sciences students include the Scanning Electron Microscope and 3D Printing Lab.

Find out more about our facilities

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New face mask addresses air pollution
14 Jan, 2020
BioDesign Lab helps address growing air pollution with new face mask
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Burning waste to generate electricity
11 Dec, 2019
How “green” is it to incinerate waste in order to produce electricity? Dr Jeff Seadon answers the question.
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04 Dec, 2019
24 AUT graduates have been selected by international companies including TimeZoneOne, Play Rugby USA, and Smithsonian to be international interns in 2020.
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AUT building wins NZ Architecture award
20 Nov, 2019
AUT’s WZ Building - Ngā Wai Hono, has won the Education Award at the 2019 New Zealand Architecture Awards announced last week.
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Dr Mahsa Mohaghegh wins Equal Pay Award
14 Nov, 2019
The YWCA has named AUT Senior Lecturer Dr Mahsa Mohaghegh champion of equal pay alongside organisational winner Chorus.
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Opening in July, the City Campus’ new Engineering, Design and Technology building will be the home for our School of Engineering, Computer and Mathematical Sciences
The City Campus’ new Engineering, Technology and Design building is the home for our School of Engineering, Computer and Mathematical Sciences
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Great graduatesTimoti WharewakaCloud Application Senior Analyst, AccentureBachelor of Computer and Information Sciences
Postgraduate Certificate in Computer and Information SciencesTechnology is shaping the future landscape we will live in, says AUT computing alumnus Timoti Wharewaka who is now a cloud application senior analyst at Accenture.Technology is shaping the future landscape we will live in, says AUT computing alumnus Timoti Wharewaka. Now working as a cloud application senior analyst for leading global professional services company Accenture, Timoti enjoys using his skills to help clients. His studies have prepared him well for his role now, Timoti says.
Megan Burfoot
Great graduatesMegan BurfootDoctor of Philosophy
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)How can architects and engineers achieve the right acoustic environment for the buildings they create? That is the interesting topic Megan Burfoot is exploring.How can architects and engineers achieve the right acoustic environment for the buildings they create? That is the interesting topic Megan Burfoot is investigating for her Doctor of Philosophy in architectural engineering. She has always been passionate about architecture and engineering, Megan says.
Ponleu Koy
Great graduatesPonleu KoyDeputy Chief, Payment System Section, National Bank of Cambodia, Phnom PenhMaster of Information Security and Digital ForensicsHe came to AUT to widen his field of expertise, says AUT computing alumnus Ponleu Koy who is now a security expert at the National Bank of Cambodia.He came to AUT to widen his field of expertise, says Master of Information Security and Digital Forensics alumnus Ponleu Koy who is now a security expert at the National Bank of Cambodia. He loves his career because it’s knowledge that’s in demand right now and security is constantly changing. He also enjoys sharing his understanding of information security and digital forensics with the next generation.
Renee Fuller
Great graduatesRenee FullerNaval Architect, Teknicraft Design LtdBachelor of Engineering (Honours)She enjoys the ever-evolving challenges her role offers, says AUT engineering alumna Renee Fuller who now works as a naval architect for Teknicraft Design Ltd.She enjoys the ever-evolving challenges her role offers, says AUT engineering alumna Renee Fuller who now works as a naval architect for Teknicraft Design Ltd. For Renee, the best and most rewarding part of her career is coming up with a solution and seeing her idea become a reality. She had many highlights throughout her studies, says Renee who specialised in naval architecture and completed her degree with first-class honours.
Danny Blakeman
Great graduatesDanny BlakemanGas Turbines/Field Service Engineer, Air New ZealandBachelor of Engineering (Honours)He loves having a career that enables him to see the world, says AUT engineering alumnus Danny Blakeman who now works as an engineer for Air New Zealand.He loves having a career that enables him to see the world, says AUT engineering alumnus Danny Blakeman who now works as an engineer for Air New Zealand. His AUT experience had many highlights, including building good friendships with other students and lecturers and being able to access a wide range of high-class specialised technology.
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ICT & Engineering Careers Fair 2020
Friday 3 Apr, 11am - 2pm
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School of Engineering, Computer and Mathematical Sciences
WZ Building, Level 3
6 St Paul Street
Auckland City
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South Campus
640 Great South Road
Manukau, Auckland
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