Entry requirements for domestic applicants
There are various ways that you can gain entry to The University of Auckland. You need to understand how to apply to the University and what qualifications you require for admission into the programme(s) you wish to study. Find out what the requirements for admission to the University are based on the qualification below.
Read about the admission requirements for entrance to The University of Auckland on the basis of academic results from the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA).
View entry requirements for admission to the University on the basis of academic results from the Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) taken in New Zealand.
Information about University Entrance requirements on the basis of academic results from the International Baccalaureate (IB) taken in New Zealand.
If you have not yet completed Year 13 study beyond 1 June, but have gained exceptional results at Year 12 level (NCEA Level 2 or higher) and wish to attend The University of Auckland, you may be eligible to apply for Discretionary Entrance.
UTAS is the University’s targeted admission scheme for Māori, Pacific and students with disabilities.
The University does not normally accept applications from applicants under the age of 16.
Australian applicants are awarded the same University status as New Zealand citizens and permanent residents, and admission and selection is based on the relevant prior attainment.
Special Admission is a way to be considered for entrance if you are a New Zealand or Australian citizen or permanent resident, are over 20 years of age and want to study at University, but don't have a formal university entrance qualification.
There are a number of ways applicants without formal qualifications may gain entrance to University.
Applicants to The University of Auckland who have previously studied or are studying at another tertiary institution may apply to have their previous academic study assessed with their application.
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