Study communication design and apply graphic design and digital skills to create typographic and visual meaning in graphic and interaction design, branding, illustration, photography, advertising, motion graphics and art direction.
Study fashion design, and develop a strong conceptual design style and practical design skills - from drawing and pattern cutting to understanding the business of fashion. Access world-class facilities and make industry connections.
Engineering technologists focus on practical design and applied technology, working across a wide range of engineering disciplines. The Bachelor of Engineering Technology prepares you for diverse engineering careers.
Entry Requirements
Minimum entry requirementsIf you have New Zealand qualifications
14 credits or more at Level 2 or above (including AS91261 and AS91262) OR NCEA Level 3 in Maths, Stats or Calculus AND
14 credits or more at NCEA Level 2 or above in Physics
CIE
A D grade or better in Mathematics and Physics at AS level
IB
Passes (level 4) in both Mathematics and Physics
Applicants who qualify for entry by other means must demonstrate competency in mathematics (algebra) and physics at least to level 2 or equivalent. This could be:
A completed or partially completed New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (NZDE) or National Diploma in Engineering (NDE); or
Any other recognised certificate or national certificate containing mathematics and physics to the required level.
1. New Zealand students under 20 must qualify for University Entrance by completing at least 120 points at level 3, or at least 60 points at level 4 and above if they have completed Year 13 at a New Zealand secondary school, or equivalent. 2. If your previous studies include study at level 5 or above you may qualify for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
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English language requirements
IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall with all bands 5.5 or higher; or equivalent
Broaden your worldview and start your university studies with our Diploma in Arts. It's a great way to try different subjects and prepare yourself for further study.
Entry Requirements
Minimum entry requirements for the Diploma in Arts
Do you love working with food and want to become a creative professional in this field? The Diploma in Culinary Arts is an advanced professional cookery qualification that covers the theoretical and practical skills to work in a professional culinary environment.
Entry Requirements
Minimum entry requirementsIf you have New Zealand qualifications
Completion of Year 12
NCEA: 48 level 2 credits or higher including eight level 2 credits in any one subject from Classical Studies, Drama, English, Geography, Health Education, History, Art History, Media Studies, Social Studies, Te Reo Maori, Te Reo Rangatira, Business Studies, Economics, Physical Education
CIE: 60 points on the UCAS Tariff, including any one subject similar to the NCEA subjects listed above
IB: Completion of Year 12
If you have qualifications from another country
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English language requirements
IELTS (Academic) of 5.5 overall with all bands 5.0 or higher; or equivalent.
The practical side of this programme involves using commercial kitchen tools and equipment and requires you to demonstrate a level of skill that doesn't compromise any health and safety standards for yourself and others.
Develop expertise in interaction design for a range of contexts, technologies and platforms. Work on a variety of design projects and access our outstanding facilities.
Study fashion design, and develop a strong conceptual design style and practical design skills - from drawing and pattern cutting to understanding the business of fashion. Access world-class facilities and make industry connections.
The Mathematical Modelling and Computation major in the Bachelor of Science will give you the skills to carry out modelling research and the analysis of problems in many industries and organisations.
With the Digital Media pathway in the Postgraduate Diploma in Communication Studies you develop skills across a wide range of digital media applications and platforms.
The Master of Engineering Project Management is the first of its kind in New Zealand. It's intended to attract a range of engineering professionals who want to advance their project engineering management skills and further their career.
Entry Requirements
Minimum entry requirements
One of the following (or equivalent) with a B grade average or higher:
Relevant four-year bachelor's degree OR
Relevant bachelor's degree with honours OR
Relevant postgraduate diploma
AND
Relevant project engineering or managerial professional experience approved by the Dean (or representative)
Interested in postgraduate study in communications? In as little as one semester you can explore a range of topics - from inclusive journalism to media innovation and communication leadership.
Entry Requirements
Minimum entry requirements
Bachelor of Communication Studies or equivalent OR
Relevant professional qualification or experience approved by the Dean to be equivalent to a bachelor's degree
The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) is mainly aimed at high-achieving students in the Bachelor of Arts who want to advance their skills and make their CV stand out. It can also serve as a pathway to advanced research at master's or doctoral level.
Entry Requirements
Minimum entry requirements
Bachelor of Arts with a B+ grade average or higher in level 7 courses in the selected subject area for this degree, or equivalent
Industrial design is an exciting and rapidly evolving profession. AUT industrial and product design graduates are award-winning and well-prepared for a changing future. Join us, and gain practical skills and industry connections.
Develop expertise in interaction design for a range of contexts, technologies and platforms. Work on a variety of design projects and access our outstanding facilities.
Study animation, visual effects and game design, and prepare for a career in the digital creative industries. Get access to world-class facilities, industry connections and workplace experience.
Spatial designers create places for people to live, work, play and imagine. Study the Spatial Design major to prepare for a career designing interiors, furniture, exhibitions, events, outdoor spaces, retail environments, scenes for stage and film, and art installations.
