General

In some cases you may be credited with advanced standing (status/exemptions) on the basis of work you have already completed at another institution. If you are seeking advanced standing, you must submit detailed syllabuses (curricula) of the subjects successfully completed.

Yes, if you are enrolled at another overseas university, and would like to study at The University of Auckland for a semester or a year as part of your studies, you can participate in our Study Abroad program and be eligible for full credits for your studies here when you return home. Please refer to Study Abroad for specific details.

You can obtain information and handbooks from outside New Zealand via Trade New Zealand Offshore Education teams or Overseas Representatives. Staff in these offices can also assist you in applying to The University of Auckland. Please refer to the website for agent contact details. Information is also available on The University of Auckland's website at International students.

Hard copies can also be obtained by contacting the University Call Centre at the address below:

Call Centre
The University of Auckland
Private Bag 92019
Auckland
New Zealand
Phone: +64 9 308 2386
Fax: +64 9 373 7663
Email: int-questions@auckland.ac.nz

No, all international students have to enrol/study in a full-time course in order to fulfil the New Zealand Immigration policies. For tertiary educational institutions enrolment in at least 3 courses, or equivalent, per semester is indicative of full time study. The final decision on whether or not a student may be considered to be undertaking full time study rests with visa and immigration officers.

The University of Auckland has a network of representative offices around the world that can provide information about University of Auckland programmes and New Zealand Government regulations. Locate a Trade New Zealand Offshore Education Office or an Overseas Representative's office near you. Staff in these offices can assist you in making application to The University of Auckland.

Most material is also available on The University of Auckland website.

A variety of teaching methods are used at The University of Auckland, these include; lectures, tutorials, laboratories, workshops, practical research projects, problem clinics and office hours. Lectures and tutorials are the main ways information about a subject is given to students. Lectures can involve a large number of students, particularly with popular subjects. Tutorials are smaller classes, here you have the opportunity talk about the topics covered in lectures, ask questions or seek help. Tutorials give you the opportunity to express an opinion and debate information. Laboratories are similar to tutorials. These are practical sessions where you can put your knowledge to the test. Some laboratories include field trips.

The Student Learning Centre facilitates the development of effective academic learning and performance skills in students, and helps those who encounter difficulties in their studies. Academic tutors of the Centre teach process skills which are crucial to academic success. The Centre's programmes cater for the learning needs of all students from first year undergraduates to postgraduates.

Yes, if you are currently studying at another university, you may apply to transfer into a course here, and apply for exemptions from subjects you have already done. Students wishing to transfer should apply using the normal application form. You will need to supply detailed descriptions of each individual subject for which you would like credit. As a general rule, credit transfer will not be assessed until after you have been accepted. The Faculties make all decisions regarding credit. In the case of a bachelor's degree, cross-credits may not total more than one-third of the total points value of the degree. In the case of a diploma, cross-credits may not total more than one-third of the total points value of the diploma. In the case of a master's degree, doctorates and certificates, no cross-credits are available.

The university year is divided into Summer School which runs for about six weeks and two academic semesters. The main semester starts in February or March each year, with a second semester starting in July. Some courses and programmes are only offered in specific semesters. There are also some specific programmes which are offered on a trimester basis. For the specific dates for each semester, holidays and exams please see Academic Dates.