Study hospitality, tourism and events

Think great hospitality is about being friendly? It's about designing experiences people can't stop talking about. At AUT, you'll plan events that work under pressure, shape service moments and complete workplace experience with leading organisations. Our programmes are ranked in the world's top 40 by the Shanghai Ranking and the top 50 by QS, with our tourism degree accredited by UN Tourism. You’ll graduate ready to create experiences people remember because you've been doing it all along.

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

Research in hospitality, tourism and events

The best hospitality and tourism experiences don’t just happen – they’re designed, tested and backed by research. At AUT, our researchers are tackling the big questions and shaping smarter, more sustainable futures.

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What it's like to study hospitality, tourism & events at AUT

Real workplace experience

Real projects, real connections. Many AUT programmes include workplace experience so you’re ready for what’s next.

Degrees built your way

Why settle for one subject? Our bachelor’s degrees let you combine disciplines and build your degree your way.

Overseas study opportunities

Passport ready? Study overseas at Institut Lyfe in France and bring fresh perspectives back to your AUT degree.

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Will hotels protect their manaakitanga i...
03 Sep, 2026
As global hotel chains increasingly use AI to reduce service costs, how can New Zealand’s hospitality industry protect manaakitanga from being eroded?
Next on the Pass: AUT students take thei...
18 Aug, 2026
There are sixteen exciting new menu items to try at top Auckland restaurants this month - thanks to AUT culinary students and the mentoring of leading chefs.s
Culinary students help at TRENZ event
21 Jul, 2026
When tourism professionals from around the globe gathered recently in Auckland, AUT culinary students were there helping them to have a great experience.
MICHELIN win for students & alumni
03 Jul, 2026
AUT is celebrating the recognition of all New Zealand’s new MICHELIN star restaurants and delighted some of our alumni and hospitality industry partners a...
AUT alumna joins London celebrations
18 May, 2026
AUT alumna and entrepreneur Natalia Herewini joined young founders in London to represent her growing food business at The King’s Trust celebrations.

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Phone 0800 AUT AUT (0800 288 288)

School of Hospitality and Tourism
WH Building, City Campus
55 Wellesley Street East
Auckland City
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