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.

Learn more about our partnerships

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

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
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
Jarek Beksa
Jason Stewart
Vlad Spreys
Leanne Goh
Racheal Herlihy
Jarek Beksa
Great graduatesJarek BeksaCEO, Sonnar Interactive LtdDoctor of PhilosophyThrough the Audio Game Hub, Doctor of Philosophy student Jarek Beksa is working on creating a wider range of more advanced games for visually impaired users.Video games are becoming more popular and advanced each year. But until now games for visually impaired users have been far more limited and simplistic. AUT Doctor of Philosophy student Jarek Beksa aims to change that. Since its inception, the Audio Game Hub has released eight audio mini games for both non-sighted and sighted users, and it continues to change the world of gaming.
Jason Stewart
Great graduatesJason StewartProduct Development Manager, adidas, Portland, USABachelor of Engineering TechnologyAs product development manager for adidas, engineering alumnus Jason Stewart uses his skills to create running shoes that help athletes break Olympic records.He loves using his mechanical engineering skills to create running shoes that help athletes break Olympic records, says Jason, a former professional athlete who competed in the 2004 Summer Olympics. At adidas, he now works on projects that sell millions of running shoes to people all over the world or can help athletes win Olympic titles.
Vlad Spreys
Great graduatesVlad SpreysSenior Software Developer Android and iOS, Trade MeBachelor of Computer and Information SciencesAUT creates career-ready graduates, and that's what sets it apart from other universities says Vlad Spreys who is now a senior software developer at Trade Me.AUT creates career-ready graduates, and that's what sets it apart from other universities, says Vlad Spreys. As a senior developer for Android and iOS applications, he is now responsible for creating a great user experience for buying and selling motor vehicles on Trade Me. Building applications that are used by thousands of people on a daily basis is rewarding, Vlad says.
Leanne Goh
Great graduatesLeanne GohAssociate Operations Engineer, Fisher and Paykel HealthcareBachelor of Engineering (Honours)She loves that engineering can open up a wide range of careers, says Leanne Goh who completed a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering.She enjoyed the many opportunities she had access to during her time at AUT, says engineering alumna Leanne Goh who now works for Fisher and Paykel Healthcare. One of the many highlights of her studies was the opportunity to intern at the prestigious Fraunhofer Institute in Germany, thanks to the international connections of Associate Professor Tim Pasang, the head of AUT’s mechanical engineering department.
Racheal Herlihy
Great graduatesRacheal HerlihyCo-Founder, Squawk SquadBachelor 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 already using her skills to make a difference. Squawk Squad’s innovative approach to conservation saw it nominated at the 2017 New Zealand Innovation Awards.
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News
Professor John Tookey in Auckland CBD
ANZ Technology internship leads to career
Professor Krishnamachar Prasad by Phillippe Le Gall
Helping launch Falcon Heavy
Professor John Tookey in Auckland CBD
Addressing NZ’s construction woes
06 Apr, 2018
Professor John Tookey provided expert comment for a series of Stuff articles which looked at a range of problems besetting the construction industry.
AUT increases presence in QS subject ran...
28 Mar, 2018
New global rankings show AUT now has 13 subjects ranked, with two of them featuring in the top 50 in the world.
ANZ Technology internship leads to career
ANZ Technology internship leads to caree...
13 Mar, 2018
Attending a lunchtime presentation by ANZ Technology during her time as an AUT student delivered pure gold for software development alumna Bailee Devey.
Professor Krishnamachar Prasad by Phillippe Le Gall
Professor recognised with Hind Rattan
07 Mar, 2018
School of Engineering, Computer and Mathematical Sciences Professor Krishnamachar Prasad was recognised with the prestigious Hind Rattan Award in Bangkok.
Helping launch Falcon Heavy
Helping launch Falcon Heavy
05 Mar, 2018
When Elon Musk's commercial space company Space X successfully launched Falcon Heavy, AUT’s Radio Astronomy and Space Research team helped keep an eye on ...
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Events
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Peter Chong's inaugural professorial address
Tuesday 29 May, 4:30pm - 6pm
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Computer Poster Exhibition
Sunday 1 Jul, 9am - 1pm
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AUT ICT and Engineering Careers Fair
Wednesday 25 Jul, 11am - 2pm
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Charles Walker's inaugural professorial address
Tuesday 7 Aug, 4:30pm - 6pm
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Guy Littlefair's inaugural professorial address
Tuesday 28 Aug, 4:30pm - 6pm
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Contact details

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Phone 0800 AUT UNI (0800 288 864)

Departments of Computer Science, Information Technology and Software Engineering and Mathematical Sciences
AUT Tower, Level 1 (Wakefield St Entrance)
2-14 Wakefield St
Auckland City
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Departments of Built Environment, Electrical and Electronic and Mechanical Engineering
Science and Engineering Building (WZ), Level 3
34 St Paul Street
Auckland City
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South Campus
640 Great South Road
Manukau, Auckland
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