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Highlights
| University Type | Public University |
| Campus Setting | Urban |
| Establishment Year | 1883 |
| No. of Campuses | 4 main campuses and 3 satellite campuses |
| No. of Residence Halls | 4 |
| Graduate Job Rate | 96% (full time) |
| Research Funding | 27,900 per annum |
| Cost of Attendance | 30,000-45,000 NZD (annually) |
| Applications Accepted | Online/Offline |
| Work-Study | Available |
| Intake Type | Semester wise |
| Mode of Program | Full time and online |
University of Auckland Rankings
- #85 QS World University Rankings
- #50 World University Rankings 2022 by THE
- #58 in Best Global Universities by US News & World Report 2022
- #16 in Best Global Universities in Europe by US News & World Report 2022
- #7 in Best Global Universities in the United Kingdom by US News & World Report 2022
University Of Auckland Courses Masters
- M.A. Arts.
- Master Commerce.
- Master Community Dance.
- Master Conflict and Terrorism Studies.
- Master Health Psychology.
- Master Heritage Conservation.
- Master Indigenous Studies.
- M.A. Master of Arts in Anthropology.
| Programs | Tuition Fee (Per annum) | Deadlines |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Professional Studies (Data Science) | 20,977 | February 28, 2022 |
| Master of International Business | 48,412 | April 4, 2022 |
| Master of Management | 36,048 | April 4, 2022 |
| Master of Taxation Studies | 21,817 | December 1, 2021 |
| MBA | 9,746 | April 4, 2022 |
| Bachelor of Health Sciences | 22,079 | Semester 1: February 28, 2022 Semester 1: February 27, 2023 |
| Master of Information Technology | 27,592 | November: 8, 2021 |
| Master of Engineering Management | 25,635 | February 28, 2022 |
| Master of Clinical Education | 20,909 | February 28, 2022 |
| Master of Educational Leadership | 20,977 | February 28, 2022 |
This allows you to build on your previous study by increasing your knowledge in a specific subject area, enhancing your career prospects and understanding. It offers transferrable skills, researched alongside leading academic staff, rigorous intellectual analysis and problem solving.
Most masters programmes comprise 120 points, though in some cases 240 points are required. Masters degrees are usually offered as research or taught options Note: Not all masters degrees offer both options
Research masters
This provides you with the opportunity to develop advanced research skills and present findings in a documented scholarly form (such as a thesis). Your research should make an independent contribution to learning or offer a critical perspective on existing scholarship or methodology.
Taught masters
This will provide you with advanced specialist training in your chosen field, and is normally completed by courses only, although some can include a dissertation.
university of auckland masters requirements
Masters degrees are usually either one year (120 points), 18 months (180 points), or two years (240 points), of full-time study. Eligibility depends on completed prior study. Not all programmes include all options.
There are two types of Masters degrees:
- Research Masters, which include a thesis or research portfolio of at least 90 points
- Taught Masters, which are usually comprised of taught courses, but may include a dissertation or research project of less than 90 points.
Admission to a 120 point Masters degree
Normally this requires a completed bachelor honours degree or postgraduate diploma from New Zealand, or an acceptable equivalent postgraduate qualification from a recognised university (or similar) overseas.
Admission to a 180 point Masters degree
This normally requires a completed bachelor degree or postgraduate certificate from New Zealand, or an acceptable equivalent qualification from a recognised university (or similar) overseas. Previous work experience may be taken into account.
Admission to a 240 point Masters degree
This normally requires a completed bachelor degree from New Zealand, or an acceptable equivalent qualification from a recognised university (or similar) overseas. Previous work experience may be taken into account.
Supplementary requirements
Many programmes such as architecture, fine arts, music, urban design or writing, require supplementary evidence of creative ability (e.g. a portfolio or audition).
University of Auckland Courses
Programs at University of Auckland are offered in over in over 420 subject areas across nine faculties, which includes 200+ undergraduate courses, 130+ postgraduate programs, and PhD in 100 subjects.
- ‘360 International exchange program’ at the university is a collaboration of around 128 universities from 27 countries to offer students study-abroad opportunities and gain international exposure.
- University of Auckland also introduced a few new degrees- the Bachelor of Design, Master of Nursing Science, and Bachelor of Education (TESOL).
- Interestingly, the students can pursue 2 undergraduate courses simultaneously by choosing ‘conjoint programs’. The most popular majors offered by the university include Arts, Engineering, Law, Science, and other allied courses.
university of auckland masters fees
ou can find the estimated 2022 international student tuition fees for postgraduate programmes in the table below.
This is an estimate, assuming you will study full-time (120 points), and your courses are all within the faculty that teaches your programme.
2022 fees
| Postgraduate course subject | Tuition fee per point | Annual tuition fee based on 120 points |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | NZ$389.60 | NZ$46,752 |
| Arts | NZ$315.76 | NZ$37,891.20 |
| Arts (performance and science-based courses) | NZ$371.02 | NZ$44,522.40 |
| Business and Economics (excluding coursework masters) | NZ$351.83 | NZ$42,219.6 |
| Business Masters Programmes (MMgt, MIntBus, MProfAcctg, and MMktg) | – | Fee details are on the Business Masters website. |
| Dance Studies | NZ$389.60 | NZ$46,752 |
| Design | NZ$389.60 | NZ$46,752 |
| Education (excluding GradDipTchg) | NZ$306.67 | NZ$36,800.40 |
| Engineering | NZ$389.60 | NZ$46,752 |
| Engineering (geothermal energy courses) | NZ$456.12 | NZ$57,472 |
| Fine Arts | NZ$343.06 | NZ$41,167 |
| Law | NZ$341.23 | NZ$40,947.60 |
| Medical and Health Sciences | NZ$387.71 – NZ$676.62 | NZ$46,525-$81,194.40 |
| Music | NZ$331.58 | NZ$39,789.60 |
| Science | NZ$389.60 | NZ$46,752 |
| Teaching (GradDipTchg)* | NZ$237.16 | NZ$35,574 |
| Urban Design | NZ$389.60 | NZ$46,752 |
| Urban Planning | NZ$331.58 – NZ$389.60 | NZ$37,895-$46,752 |
| Urban Planning (Prof) | NZ$389.60 | NZ$46,752 |
| Interfaculty programmes** | – | Because these programmes are made up of courses with differing per-point fees, it is difficult to accurately estimate a total annual fee. For individual course fees, see Fees by faculty. |
2023 fees
| Postgraduate course subject | Tuition fee per point | Annual tuition fee based on 120 points |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | NZ$405.18 | NZ$48,621.60 |
| Arts | NZ$328.39 | NZ$39.406.80 |
| Arts (science and performance-based courses) | NZ$385.86 | NZ$46,303.20 |
| Business and Economics (excluding coursework masters) | NZ$365.90 | NZ$43,908 |
| Business Masters Programmes (MMgt, MIntBus, MProfAcctg, and MMktg) | – | Fee details are on the Business Masters website. |
| Dance Studies | NZ$405.18 | NZ$48,621.60 |
| Design | NZ$405.18 | NZ$48,621.60 |
| Education (excluding GradDipTchg) | NZ$318.94 | NZ$38,272.80 |
| Engineering | NZ$405.18 | NZ$48,621.60 |
| Engineering (geothermal energy courses) | NZ$498.09 | NZ$59,770.80 |
| Fine Arts | NZ$356.78 | NZ$42,813.60 |
| Law | NZ$354.88 | NZ$42,585.60 |
| Medical and Health Sciences | NZ$403.22 – NZ$703.68 | NZ$48,386.40 – $84,441.60 |
| Music | NZ$344.84 | NZ$41,380.80 |
| Science | NZ$405.18 | NZ$48,621.60 |
| Teaching (GradDipTchg)* | NZ$246.65 | NZ$36,997.50 |
| Urban Design | NZ$405.18 | NZ$48,621.60 |
| Urban Planning | NZ$344.84 – NZ$405.18 | NZ$41,380.80 – $48,621.60 |
| Urban Planning (Prof) | NZ$405.18 | NZ$48,621.60 |
| Interfaculty programmes** | – | Because these programmes are made up of courses with differing per-point fees, it is difficult to accurately estimate a total annual fee. For individual course fees, see Fees by faculty. |
* Based on 150 points. The Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Early Childhood Education), Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Primary) and Graduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary) are intensive 150 points, one year programmes.
** Interfaculty programmes:
Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice, Master of Bioscience Enterprise, Postgraduate Diploma in Bioscience Enterprise, Master of Disaster Management, Master of Energy, Master of Engineering Management, Master of Operations Research, Postgraduate Diploma in Operations Research, Master of Professional Studies.
Student Services Fee
In 2022, you will also pay a Student Services Fee of NZ$8.16 per point, estimated at NZ$979.20 for full time study (120 points).
The Student Services Fee for 2023 will be set later in the year.
university of auckland scholarships for international students
As an international student in the Faculty of Arts, you could be eligible for a range of scholarships to fund your study.
Faculty of Arts International Masters Degree Scholarship
Up to five of these scholarships are awarded annually to international students, each for the duration of one year, to the value of up to $10,000 per annum.
University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship
Up to 50 of these scholarships are awarded annually to international students undertaking an undergraduate degree, a postgraduate diploma or taught masters, to the value of up to $10,000 per annum.
Country-specific scholarships and funding
Arthington Davy Scholarship
A private-funded scholarship for students to carry out study and research that will benefit the Kingdom of Tonga.
Canadian student loans
The University of Auckland participates in the Canadian Federal and Provincial Student Loan programmes. Our Institution Code is VUAB.
Chilean CONICYT Scholarships
The Chilean Government CONICYT Scholarships are open to students from the Republic of Chile who intend to undertake a masters or PhD programme at the University of Auckland.
China Scholarship Council (CSC) scholarships
The CSC and the University of Auckland jointly award scholarships to Chinese students who want to carry out PhD study in New Zealand.
German Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst Scholarships
The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD, or Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst) funds the further academic and personal qualifications of outstanding German undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as young academics and researchers.
ICETEX (Colombia)
A loan for Colombian students who intend to pursue higher studies.
OSCS Scholarships
Scholarships for citizens of Thailand.
US Financial Aid
If you are a US Citizen you can apply for US Financial Aid to assist in funding your education while studying at the University of Auckland.
University of Auckland Fulbright Scholarship
A scholarship for citizens of the United States of America who are intending to take up Fulbright Awards to study in New Zealand and who intend to enrol full-time at the University of Auckland for an approved masters or doctoral degree.
Development Scholarships
Development scholarships provide an opportunity for students from selected developing countries to pursue studies in development-related fields.
Upon completion of their programmes, students are expected to return and contribute to the economic and social development of their home countries.
Currently we have scholarships funded by the New Zealand Aid Programme and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) – Japan Scholarship Program (JSP) with financing from the Government of Japan.
Asian Development Bank (ADB) – Japan Scholarship
New Zealand Development Scholarships (NZDS)
university of auckland admission requirements for international students
If you are an international applicant and your first language is not English, you will need to provide satisfactory evidence of your English proficiency.
English is considered the first language of citizens of Canada, Ireland, Singapore, the United Kingdom and the United States of America.
If you are a domestic applicant under 20 years old and your first language is not English you may be asked to provide evidence of your competence in written and spoken English.
If you have received an offer of place conditional on meeting English language requirements, you may wish to consider applying for entry to a pathway English language course at the University’s English Language Academy (see below).
Students studying NCEA, Cambridge International (formerly known as CIE) or IB in New Zealand
If you are entering the University on the basis of National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA), Cambridge Assessment International Education (Cambridge International), or International Baccalaureate (IB) taken in New Zealand, you must meet the standard literacy requirements for admission.
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) and other English language tests listed below are not replacements for these literacy requirements.
International applicants entering the University on the basis of qualifications other than NCEA, Cambridge International or IB taken in New Zealand must meet the English language proficiency requirement through an IELTS test or an approved alternative as outlined below.
Minimum undergraduate English-language requirements
Every programme page on our website specifies an IELTS score as the minimum English-language requirement for that programme.
You must satisfy the requirements in one sitting. The results are valid for two years from the date on the test certificate to commencement of study at the University of Auckland.
If you have taken a different English-language test or qualification, the table below lists what the University accepts as the equivalent to an IELTS overall score of 6.0 with no bands below 5.5.
Please note that some Education and Social Work programmes require additional evidence of English competency due to professional registration requirements. For initial teacher education programmes, you can view the range of accepted evidence at Language competency requirements. Some programmes only accept an IELTS test due to professional registration requirements.
IELTS Academic equivalencies
| IELTS (Academic) | Overall score of 6.0 and no bands below 5.5 |
| Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) | Overall score of 80 and a writing score of 21 |
| Paper-based TOEFL | Overall score of 60 and a writing score of 21 |
| C1 Advanced (previously – Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)) | Overall score of 169 and no bands below 162 |
| C2 Proficiency (previously – Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE)) | Overall score of 169 and no bands below 162 |
| University of Auckland Foundation Certificate in English for Academic Purposes (FCertEAP) | Grade of C- |
| University of Auckland English Pathway for Undergraduate Studies (EPUS) | Grade of C- |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic* | Overall score of 50 and no PTE Communicative score below 42 |
| Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB) | 80 |
| Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE) | ISE II with distinction in all 4 components |
| LanguageCert – International ESOL | C1 Expert (LRWS) with a pass overall and no less than a pass in each skill |
| AEMG English for Academic Purposes Direct Entry Program (AEAP DEP) Final Exam | Overall score of 65% with no section below 60% |
| English New Zealand Accredited Pathway Assessment | Assessment Level 2 overall and no skill below Level 1 |
*You must authorise the University to view and verify your PTE score
English Language Academy (ELA) pathway programmes
You can meet undergraduate English-language requirements by successfully completing:
- The Foundation Certificate in English for Academic Purposes (FCertEAP), or
- The English Pathway for Undergraduate Studies (EPUS).
The ELA grades shown below are deemed to be equivalent to the following IELTS bands for admissions purposes.
- IELTS 7.0: A- in FCertEAP or EPUS
- IELTS 6.5: B- in FCertEAP or EPUS
- IELTS 6.0: C- in FCertEAP or EPUS
Equivalent qualifications
If you have successfully completed study in the English medium, you may not have to take a language test. Please see Section 3.4 in the document below. This document also includes all approved alternatives to our IELTS requirements.
Academic English Language Requirement (AELR)
You must meet the AELR if you are admitted to a University of Auckland bachelor’s degree programme and you are:
- a domestic student
- an international student applying on the basis of a New Zealand secondary school qualification
- an international student applying on the basis of results at another New Zealand tertiary institution
The AELR may be met through your entry qualification or through satisfactory completion of an approved course in your first 12 months of study.
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