Hospitality, tourism and events

AUT’s hospitality, tourism and event management programmes are globally recognised, and the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) places us in the top 75 in the world.

Workplace experience is at the heart of our degrees, and our strong links with industry mean you can choose from lots of great host organisations for your placement. You’ll also learn about real-life hospitality right here on campus, in our training restaurants that are open to the public.

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

A short course will develop your skills and knowledge in an area of personal or professional interest.

Academic departments

Research in hospitality, tourism and events

We believe in high-quality research that has impact, and have world-class researchers and research strengths across hospitality, tourism and events.

More about our research

Our training restaurants are open to the public

Our education facilities are among the best in Australasia. We have two first-class training restaurants: modern dining restaurant Four Seasons, and Piko Café.

Great connections with industry

We’re proud of our strong links with top hotels, travel agencies, restaurants and national and regional tourism organisations – including Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED); United Travel, NZChefs Association, Antoine’s, Crowne Plaza and Hilton Hotels.

More about our partners and industry connections

News
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Seddon Memorial Technical College reunion
AUT Edge Award winners
AUT graduates heading overseas as part of the Internz programme
Student Heaven-Lee Kaka
They Are Us image - illustration by Ruby Jones
Christchurch tragedy
15 Mar, 2019
The tragic event in Christchurch today devastates us. Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their friends and families.
Seddon Memorial Technical College reunion
Celebrating AUT through the years
21 Jan, 2019
Over 50 of our oldest alumni came together for the 2018 Seddon Memorial Technical College reunion hosted by the alumni office.
AUT Edge Award winners
Gaining skills for the workplace
14 Dec, 2018
Auckland Council are proud to sponsor the overall achievement prize for the AUT Edge Award, an extra-curricular employability award at AUT.
AUT graduates heading overseas as part of the Internz programme
Meet the new Internz
28 Nov, 2018
21 AUT graduates have been hand-picked by major companies including Lululemon, Enviropod, Paramount Recording Studios and Sundance Institute to be internat
Student Heaven-Lee Kaka
Student awarded Te Pia Tāpoi scholarship
19 Nov, 2018
Second-year Tourism Management student Heaven-Lee Kaka has been appointed the 2019 Te Pia Tāpoi scholarship recipient by leading tourism operator, Ngāi Tah
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Events
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Flippers and wings: Michael Lück's professorial address
Wednesday 10 Apr, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Carmen Huynh
Kevin Osmena
Qingyi Zhang
Hilary Wroe
Sarah Waapu
Carmen Huynh
Great graduatesCarmen HuynhCruise Administration Consultant, Go HolidaysBachelor of International Tourism ManagementShe has always dreamt of a career that involves travel, says Bachelor of International Tourism Management alumna Carmen Huynh who now works for Go Holidays.She has always dreamt of a career that involves travel, says Bachelor of International Tourism Management alumna Carmen Huynh who now works for Go Holidays. The workplace experience in her final year was a highpoint for Carmen, who completed her workplace experience at travel agency Helloworld, creating destination fact sheets for the marketing team.
Kevin Osmena
Great graduatesKevin OsmenaSocial Media Consultant, QantasBachelor of International Tourism ManagementHe loves using his skills to make a difference to his customers, says Bachelor of International Tourism Management alumnus Kevin Osmena who now works at Qantas.He loves using his skills to make a difference to his customers, says Bachelor of International Tourism Management alumnus Kevin Osmena who now works as a social media consultant for Qantas. He chose to study the Bachelor of International Tourism Management to get an in-depth understanding of the rapidly growing tourism industry, Kevin says.
Qingyi Zhang
Great graduatesQingyi ZhangDoctor of Philosophy
Master of International Hospitality ManagementShe is fascinated by the history of hospitality, says Qingyi Zhang who came to AUT as an international student from China and is currently completing her PhD.She is fascinated by the history of hospitality, says Qingyi Zhang who came to AUT as an international student from China and is currently completing her PhD. Her doctoral research focuses on hospitality in China during the Tang dynasty, between the years 618 and 902. She would highly recommend AUT’s hospitality programmes to others, Qingyi says.
Hilary Wroe
Great graduatesHilary WroePastry Chef, Attica, MelbourneDiploma in Pâtisserie
Certificate in Practical PâtisserieFrom the Hawke’s Bay to working at world-class restaurants in New York and Australia – culinary arts alumna Hilary Wroe has certainly found adventure.From the Hawke’s Bay to working at world-class restaurants in New York and Australia – culinary arts alumna Hilary Wroe has certainly found adventure. She has now been working at Attica in Melbourne for over five months, and plans to stay in Melbourne for a few more years before continuing her chef journey in London.
Sarah Waapu
Great graduatesSarah WaapuReservations Manager, Pullman AucklandBachelor of International Hospitality ManagementShe is excited about the opportunities the hospitality industry offers, says Sarah Waapu who completed a Bachelor of International Hospitality Management.She is excited about the opportunities the hospitality industry offers, says Sarah Waapu who completed a Bachelor of International Hospitality Management in Tourism. After graduating at the end of 2014, Sarah now works as a reservation manager at luxury hotel Pullman Auckland. She loves the variety of her role, Sarah says.
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AUT students explore Hong Kong

Some of our students recently travelled to Hong Kong on a study tour. Read about their experiences on our blog.

AUT study tour blog

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Phone 0800 AUT UNI (0800 288 864)

School of Hospitality and Tourism
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55 Wellesley Street East
Auckland City
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