Overview

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Location : New Zealand ,Auckland

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AUT is now New Zealand’s second largest and fastest growing university. We reflect the changing world, and emerging environments and industries. Established relationships with employers and professionals make our teaching and research relevant to current and future industry, which shows in our 95% graduate employment rate.

AUT prides itself on its high lecturer-to-student ratio, student support services and modern on-campus facilities. We are accredited by the New Zealand Government, internationally recognised and globally competitive.

QS World University rankings list us in the top 500 universities globally* with an overall 4-star rating.** Our School of Business is ranked in the top 4% of business schools worldwide by the Association to Advance Collegiate School of Business

Courses

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Admission

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English language requirements for international students

If you are an international student intending to apply to AUT, this page tells you the official standards which we accept that prove your English ability to us.

• We need to assess your level of English to ensure you can succeed in your programme.
• AUT University does not accept responsibility if you fail courses because of a lack of competence in English.

1. International students at NZ secondary schools

• If you are gaining University Entrance (UE) through a NZ secondary school qualification you must meet the UE literacy requirements
• You can’t replace the literacy requirements with an English language test result
• Some AUT qualifications have language requirements higher than UE literacy – for details refer to the AUT University Calendar

2. Students with school, college or university qualifications gained outside NZ

IELTS – Academic

• Required English test for most health science degrees, teacher education qualifications and doctoral degrees
• Preferred English test for all other AUT qualifications
• If you gain UE through a NZ secondary school qualification, you can’t replace the UE literacy requirements with IELTS

AUT English language programmes

• Certificate in English for Academic Study (AUT's School of Language and Culture)
• GIE (International House)

Qualifications taught and assessed in English

• You can use the official results of an academic qualification completed in a country where English is the main language
• Must have been taught and assessed in English - evidence is required
• Must be at an appropriate level

Other English tests and qualifications

• Some AUT programmes may accept other evidence of English language ability – including AUT International Foundation Certificate (with appropriate grades in English), TOEFL and other university English certificates

International student entry requirements for undergraduate degrees and diplomas

This page is an overview of entry requirements for international students who want to study an undergraduate (bachelor's) degree or diploma at AUT University in Auckland, New Zealand. Contact AUT's International Centre or your registered AUT agent for specific information for your country or chosen programme.

Diploma and undergraduate degree (bachelor's degree)

Refer to the table below for the qualification or entry criteria you need from your home country. If your country isn’t listed, contact us. Because of competition for places, entry level above the minimum may be required for some programmes.

Graduate diploma and graduate certificate

Graduate diplomas (one year) and graduate certificates (one semester) are considered undergraduate programmes, but students need to generally have completed an undergraduate qualification for entry.

English language requirements

All AUT lectures and classes are taught in English. Students who do not have English as their first language must be able to show evidence of their English language skills.

University entry for AUT diplomas and degrees: sorted by country

 

Diploma Equivalent to New Zealand Year 12	Undergraduate degree Equivalent to New Zealand Year 13
Australia	Australia Completion of year 12 and an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) score of 69.6, or equivalent.
Bangladesh	Bangladesh One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised institute.
Botswana	Botswana Completion of three-year diploma from an affiliated institute of the University of Botswana with good grades.
Brazil	Brazil One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised institute.
Canada Grade 12 certificate.	Canada Quebec: High School graduation diploma with minimum average of 60% across six subjects, including English at Grade 12. Ontario: Secondary School diploma with a minimum overall average grade of 65%. General: High School graduation diploma from all other provinces will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
China Year 3 certificate of graduation.	China Senior High School graduation plus one year of successful study at bachelor's level; or Senior High School graduation plus completion of a two-year diploma, with good grades, at a recognised university. A Tier 1 score in the National University Entrance Examination (Gaokao) at a recognised institution
Denmark	Denmark Studentereksamen (upper secondary school leaving examination) or Hojere forberedelseseksamen(hf) or Hojere handelseksamen(hhx) or Hojere teknisk eksamen (htx).
Fiji Fiji school leaving certificate.	Fiji Fiji form 7 certificate, aggregate over four subjects of 250 mark out of 400, with minimum of 50 in English; or Completion of USP Foundation Year programme in either Science or Social Science with a grade average of 'B' or higher and no grade lower than 'C' in the eight required courses; or Applicants who have completed the South Pacific Form Seven Certificate (SPFSC) with a minimum of three B grades and grade 5 or better in PSSC English and grade 6 or better in PSSC mathematics
France	France Diplome du Baccalaureat.
Germany Mittlere Reife/Realschulabschluss.	Germany Successful completion of senior high school - Abitur / Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife.
	Ghana GCE: A minimum of three A-level grades, with one grade being at least ‘C’ or higher. A result in General Studies cannot be included.
Hong Kong HK Certificate of Education.	Hong Kong Diploma in Secondary Education (HKDSE) with at least three subjects achieved at Level 4 or better, including English Language and two elective subjects
India Higher secondary certificate (standard xii), minimum 60%.	India Higher Secondary School Exam or All-India Senior School certificate with an average of 75% in the four best subjects, with a minimum of 65% in English. Indian School Certificate (ISC) with a minimum of 65% in English.
Indonesia SMU 7.0.	Indonesia One year's successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised institute; or SMU minimum 8.5 (exceptional cases only)
Japan Upper secondary school leaving.	Japan Successful completion of high school diploma with a B average; or One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised institute; or Successful completion of a junior college degree diploma of 2-3 years duration.
Kenya	Kenya Successful completion of the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education with a ‘B’ average.
Korea High school diploma.	Korea A minimum of 250 in the Korean university examination.
Malaysia STPM. Chinese unified exams.	Malaysia STPM with three principal passes; or UEC with a maximum of 18 points over six academic subjects; or SAM with an ATAR of 69.6; or Completion of an Australian foundation programme will be considered.
Mexico	Mexico One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised institute.
Nepal	Nepal Bachelor degree with upper second division.
Nigeria	Nigeria Successful completion of advanced national technical certificate at a recognised tertiary institution; or Advanced national commercial certificate at a recognised tertiary institution; or West African General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level. A minimum of three A-Level subjects, with at least a ‘C’ grade or higher.
Norway	Norway Successful completion of Videregaende Skole.
Oman	Oman One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised institute; or Successful completion of a two-year diploma from a recognised institute with good passing grades.
Pakistan	Pakistan One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised institute.
Papua New Guinea	Papua New Guinea One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised institute.
Philippines	Philippines One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised institute.
Russia Certificate of secondary education; or Certificate of maturity.	Russia One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised institute.
Samoa	Samoa South Pacific Form Seven Certificate (SPFSC) with a minimum of three ‘B’ grades in SPFSC, and a grade 5 or better in PSSC English
Saudi Arabia	Saudi Arabia One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised institute; or Successful completion of a diploma at a recognised college of technology; or Successful completion of a junior health diploma at a recognised tertiary institution; or Successful completion of a higher technical institute diploma at a recognised tertiary institution.
Singapore CEO O level in 4 subjects.	Singapore GCE A levels - A minimum of three H2 passes at C grade.
South Africa	South Africa Successful National Senior Certificate that states the applicant is eligible to enrol in a bachelor’s degree at a South African university.
Sri Lanka GCE O levels.	Sri Lanka GCE A levels with a minimum of three A-level grades, with one grade being at least ‘C’ or higher.  A result in General Studies cannot be included.
Sweden	Sweden Successful completion of Avgangsbetyg/Slutbetyg fran Gymnasieskola
Taiwan Senior high school.	Taiwan Successful completion of senior high school and a two-year junior college diploma. Successful completion of junior high school and a five-year junior college diploma; or One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised institute.
Thailand Matayom 6.	Thailand One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised institute.
UAE 70% or better in Tawajihya (secondary school certificate).	UAE One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised institute.
	Uganda One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised institute.
UK GCSE (higher grades).	UK A and AS Levels GCSE (considered on a case-by-case basis).
USA High school diploma.	USA High School Diploma plus SAT. SAT tests now require a minimum score of 1150; scores below this may be considered on a case by case basis High School diploma plus a minimum ACT of 22; or Completion of an Associate Degree in an academic stream from a recognised Community College.
Vietnam Universal graduation with a grade of 7 when out of 10, or 30 when out of 40.	Vietnam One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised institute.
Worldwide	Worldwide International Baccalaureate (IB) with successful completion of a minimum of 24 points. Cambridge International Examination - a minimum of 120 points on the UCAS Tariff* at A or AS level from any subjects which are broadly equivalent to the subjects in the NCEA approved subject list. Must include at least three subjects (excluding Thinking Skills) with grades D or above. Numeracy: A minimum grade of D in International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) mathematics or any mathematics subject at AS or A level. Literacy: A minimum grade of E in English Language and/or  English Literature subject at AS or A level. General Certificate of Education (GCE) with three A-levels including at least one C grade or better. A result in General Studies cannot be included among the 3 on which the application is based.

* UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Services for the UK) Tariff = system which converts AS and A level grades into points.

Accommodation

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Accommodation at AUT

Living on campus at AUT is a great option, particularly if you're in your first year or from out of town. AUT student accommodation is convenient, modern and supportive - just minutes from the AUT City or North Campus.

Advantages of living on campus 

• Cost includes all furniture, power, water and internet – just bring your personal belongings
• Easy to meet other students – most of the residents are first-year students, so it's a great way of getting used to living away from home
• Higher academic success rates for students in AUT accommodation because they’re part of a supportive community connected to support services and advice
• Great campus resources nearby, including library, computer labs, student advisors, health centre and recreational facilities
• Regular social and sporting events organised by our Residential Life team 
• Access to free counselling (through Health, Counselling and Wellbeing) if you need it
• Want at least one good meal a day? Learn more about the Pre-paid meal plan (City Campus only)
   

Who can live in AUT student accommodation

You can live in AUT accommodation if you're:

• A student or prospective student of AUT
• Enrolled (or planning to enrol) at AUT in the academic semesters you'll be in AUT accommodation
• Over the age of 18 years (international students)

AUT accommodation doesn't allow couples or families. Rooms are designed for single living only.

To get a feel for AUT student accommodation:

• You can visit the common areas at Akoranga Student Village or Wellesley Student Apartments
• To see inside an apartment, make a booking through accommodation reception
   

Airport transfer to AUT accommodation

1. Book your airport transfer online through Airport Transfers Ltd
2. Meet our friendly and professional driver in the Auckland Airport arrivals area - the driver will carry a board that has your name on it
3. Your driver will safely transport you to your accommodation

Scholarships

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Currently there are no scholarships available.

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