Mō mātou | About us – University of Auckland

Our purpose, vision (2030), Te Ao Māori principles and values from Taumata Teitei – Vision 2030 and Strategic Plan 2025.

Founded in 1883, Auckland is the country’s largest university with over 40,000 students, nearly 10,000 of whom graduate annually.

We are New Zealand’s leading world-ranked university.

Achieving equity in employment and education is crucial to our goal of being New Zealand's leading place to work and study.

How the University delivers on its commitment to sustainability and Net Zero carbon.

Information on how the University is governed, the management team and the University’s committees.

The University develops key international relationships that will enhance its ability to perform as a globally competitive research-led University.

The University has a wide range of facilities available to staff, students and the wider community.

Discover the benefits of working at New Zealand’s pre-eminent University, browse job vacancies and more.

Get in touch with a specific department or individual, support the University’s fundraising campaign, or follow us on social media.

We were gifted our Māori name by the people of Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei.

Learn about our beginnings, the rise of research, post-war expansion and growth, our art collection, Auckland University Press and more.

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