The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s highest-ranked university. It is also the largest and most comprehensive. The University’s student population of 42,000 includes 6,000 international students representing over 110 countries.

We have formal agreements with 155 universities in 34 countries and are the only New Zealand member of Universitas 21, the Worldwide Universities Network (WUN) and the Association of Pacific Rim Universities.

Our home

The University is located in the harbour city of Auckland, New Zealand’s economic and cultural hub, with easy access to stunning beaches and rainforests. Auckland was ranked third out of 230 cities in the 2015 Mercer Quality of Living Survey. We have five main campuses, the largest of which is nestled within Auckland’s bustling cultural and business hub. From theatres and cafes to sports and outdoor pursuits, there are myriad recreational opportunities right on our doorstep.