THINKING OF POSTGRADUATE STUDY?
Want to extend your knowledge, build your career, or take a new direction? Then postgraduate study could be for you.
As a postgraduate student you will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and support services to help you during your time with us. At AUT you’ll be part of a stimulating environment where you’ll have the opportunity to work with teaching and research staff – many of whom are international leaders in their field. The focus at AUT is on applied research, which informs teaching and engages with our communities. That means our postgraduate students not only learn from experts, but are able to apply their knowledge to the real world.
At AUT we provide friendly support and assistance to our postgraduate students, to make your time with us enjoyable and productive. Our Library staff are on hand to help students access research resources and we have a Career Centre to help clarify career goals. In addition, we provide specific support for Mäori and Pasifika students and students with disabilities. For other support services, click on the link to Student Support and Services
To find out more about how to enrol, find a research area or a potential supervisor see our FAQ section.
International Postgraduate Students
International prospective students who wish to apply to study at AUT should apply directly to the University through the International Student Centre, or through an AUT Registered Agent. See the International Students site for more information. Click on this link for information on Health and Travel insurance.
International Students interested in Studying Doctoral Degree please click here.
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Postgraduate Programmes
Listed below are the postgraduate qualifications offered at AUT:
- Doctoral degree
- Masters degree
- Postgraduate Certificate & Diploma degree
- Bachelors with Honours degree
Doctoral Degrees
AUT offers two types of awards at doctoral level - PhD and named doctorates. Both of these require the student to complete a research project which makes an original contribution to knowledge within a field, at an internationally recognised standard.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
A PhD programme is made up entirely of research. You enroll in a thesis, which may be focused on any topic, question or problem for which AUT can provide an expert supervisor. For more information of potential supervisors and topics, contact the appropriate faculty postgraduate office.
Named (or professional) Doctorates
Named doctorates are designed to enable students to focus their research on advancing knowledge in areas of professional practice. The programme includes some taught papers and a thesis which makes up at least two thirds of the qualification.
The named doctorates that are currently offered at AUT are:
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Masters’ Degrees
There are three types of masters’ level qualification at AUT:
Research only
Coursework and Research
Coursework only
Research Only:
- Master of Philosophy
The MPhil is a one-year research only masters’ degree. It provides an opportunity for interdisciplinary research of an applied or professional nature. The degree allows a student to complete a one-year research topic or may provide a pathway to doctoral studies. For further information about this programme, please contact your faculty postgraduate office.
Coursework and Research:
Coursework only:
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Postgraduate Certificate and Diploma
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Bachelor with Honours Degrees
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