AUT is the second largest university in New Zealand. We have been a university since 2000, but a place of learning for 120 years and operate in accordance with the Education Act (1989).
AUT has three campuses around Auckland: in the city, Manukau and on the North Shore. Campus buses link these locations, providing an easy way to get between classes and facilities.
In the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2019, AUT is ranked in the 301-350 band, a significant improvement from last year and the third consecutive year that AUT has moved up in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.We are the third highest ranked university in New Zealand. In the Asia-Pacific University Ranking 2019, AUT is ranked as number 51.
Number 1 for global research impact in New Zealand
Top university for international outlook in Australia and New Zealand
Ranked 16th in the world for social impact
Top millennial university in Australasia
AUT is also one of the worlds' top millennial universities (those founded in the 21st century) - ranked first in Australasia and 14th in the world. In the QS World University Rankings 2020, AUT is ranked as one of the top 500 universities in the world (ranked 442).