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

News
Dr Mahsa Mohaghegh
First mother in space
QS stars 2019
Dr Sarat Singamneni
New Professors announced in 2019
Dr Mahsa Mohaghegh
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.
First mother in space
First mother in space explores AUT
13 Nov, 2019
NASA astronaut visits Warkworth Radio Astronomy Observatory.
QS stars 2019
AUT gets 5 QS stars in all categories
13 Nov, 2019
AUT has received the maximum five stars for the first time in every category according to the global education analysts QS in their recent results.
Dr Sarat Singamneni
Marsden Fund Success
11 Nov, 2019
Dr Sarat Singamneni has been awarded a Marsden Fund grant worth $956,000 to investigate controlled magnetic heterogeneity.
New Professors announced in 2019
New Professors and Associate Professors
07 Nov, 2019
AUT has announced the promotion of 12 leading academics to the position of Professor. A further 15 academics have been appointed as Associate Professors.
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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
Timoti Wharewaka
Racheal Herlihy
Megan Burfoot
Alexandra Arenilla Cuervo
Axl Floyd Rogers
Timoti Wharewaka
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.
Racheal Herlihy
Great graduatesRacheal HerlihyData Scientist, Shopify, Ottawa, CanadaBachelor of Computer and Information SciencesProgramming gives you the power to turn your ideas into reality, says Racheal Herlihy who completed AUT’s Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences.Programming gives you the power to turn your ideas into reality, says Racheal Herlihy who completed a Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences in Computational Intelligence. As a co-founder of start-up Squawk Squad, Racheal is using her skills to make a difference. Squawk Squad’s innovative approach to conservation saw it nominated at the 2017 New Zealand Innovation Awards.
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.
Alexandra Arenilla Cuervo
Great graduatesAlexandra Arenilla CuervoMaster of Construction ManagementShe would highly recommend the Master of Construction Management to other construction industry professionals, says Alexandra Arenilla Cuervo.She would highly recommend the Master of Construction Management to other construction industry professionals, says Alexandra Arenilla Cuervo who came to AUT as an international student from Colombia. She has been impressed by the academic staff, and consider Auckland a good student city for international students.
Axl Floyd Rogers
Great graduatesAxl Floyd RogersBachelor of Mathematical SciencesHe has always been interested in astronomy, says Axl Floyd Rogers who studied a Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences in Applied Mathematics and Astronomy at AUT.He has always been interested in astronomy, says Axl Floyd Rogers who studied a Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences in Applied Mathematics and Astronomy at AUT. After completing his bachelor’s degree in mid-2018, Axl is now enrolled in a Master of Science (Research). Eventually he would like to complete a PhD in astrophysics.
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Events
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2019 AUT Mathematical Sciences Symposium
Thursday 21 Nov, 9am - Friday 22 Nov, 6pm
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ICT & Engineering Careers Fair 2020
Friday 3 Apr, 11am - 2pm
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Contact details

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Phone 0800 AUT UNI (0800 288 864)

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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