Research in engineering, computer and mathematical sciences

Research is our strength – we have a number of internationally-renowned research institutes and labs, and our research feeds directly into what we teach.

Explore our expertise: research in engineering, computer and mathematical sciences

Looking for a supervisor for your postgraduate study at AUT? Our academic staff have research expertise across the fields of engineering, computer and mathematical sciences.

If you’re interested in applying to a doctoral degree or a Master of Philosophy, email doctoral.and.mphil.admissions@aut.ac.nz first to assess your eligibility for the programme.

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The threat of cyber attacks
What does the latest cyber hack teach us
16 Jan, 2026
The recent Manage My Health hack has made cybersecurity top of mind. AP Kenneth Johnson tells us what we can learn from the latest hack.
AI in action at AUT
AI in action
27 Nov, 2025
Industry leaders and academics gathered earlier in November for a dynamic panel discussion ‘AI in Action – Turning Innovation into Impact’.
Meet the robots
AUT robots attend first symposium
19 Nov, 2025
AUT’s humanoid robots took part in the Ministry for Ethnic Communities’ annual business symposium, Ethnic Xchange 2025.
City Campus at AUT in summer
AUT Marsden and Mana Tūāpapa success
06 Nov, 2025
AUT academics have been recognised in 2025’s Marsden Fund and Mana Tūāpapa Future Leader Fellowships.
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New model accurately detects AI text
01 Aug, 2025
Auckland University of Technology researchers have developed a model that accurately detects social media content created by generative AI-driven bots.

New postgraduate research opportunities

We're seeking expressions of interest from anyone considering postgraduate study at master's or doctoral level in a range of areas within engineering.

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