Established in 1883, the University of Auckland is ranked 83rd in the world by the QS World University Rankings 2020. It is an international centre of learning and academic excellence, situated in the heart of Auckland. The University provides an exciting and stimulating environment for more than 42,000 students, of which 7,500 are international students from more than 100 countries.
The University’s eight faculties are located over five campuses. These faculties are Arts, Business School, Creative Arts and Industries, Education and Social Work, Engineering, Law, Medical and Health Sciences, and Science.
As a research-led university, our courses incorporate the latest findings and perspectives related to each area of study. The University of Auckland is the only New Zealand university invited to join the international networks Association of Pacific Rim Universities, Universitas 21 and the Worldwide Universities Network. Membership of these groups is by invitation only and is limited to research-led institutions of international reputation across a broad range of disciplines.