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 100 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.

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

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.

More about our research

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

Experience real workplaces during your studies

Real workplace experience

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

You design your degree

Degrees built your way

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

Overseas opportunities during your studies

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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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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