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61= 42   Arts & Humanities83  Natural Sciences
55  Engineering & IT37  Social Sciences
World Rankings40  Life Sciences & Biomedicine
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65 39   Arts & Humanities102  Natural Sciences
56  Engineering & IT30  Social Sciences
World Rankings42  Life Sciences & Biomedicine
Source: Times Higher Education - QS World University Rankings Copyright © 2009 QS Intelligence Unit
50 32  Arts & Humanities78  Natural Sciences
51  Engineering & IT35  Social Sciences
World Rankings41  Life Sciences & Biomedicine
Source: Times Higher Education - QS World University Rankings Copyright © 2009 QS Intelligence Unit
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Source: Times Higher Education - QS World University Rankings Copyright © 2009 QS Intelligence Unit

The University of Auckland is New Zealand's pre-eminent research-led University. Established in 1883, it has grown into an international centre of learning and academic excellence and is New Zealand's largest university.

The University is New Zealand's top-ranked tertiary institution based on research quality. The Performance-Based Research Fund review, released in 2004 by the Tertiary Education Commission, concluded that: "On virtually any measure, The University of Auckland is the country's leading research university. Not only did it achieve the highest quality score of any TEO [tertiary education organisation], but it also has by far the largest share of A-rated researchers in the country."

Faculty

Number of Faculty Staff Headcount: 3,544 FTE: 1,904

Total number of academic faculty staff who are responsible for planning, directing and undertaking teaching only, research only or both teaching and research. Please include: vice-chancellors, deputy vice-chancellors, principals, professors, heads of school, associate professors, principal lecturers, tutors or postdoctoral researchers. Please exclude research assistants*, PhD students who contribute to teaching, hospital residents and exchange scholars or visiting faculty staff who are members of another university. * The important distinction for us is that staff counted as 'research only' should be academically involved in that research and should be likely to publish research outputs. A research assistant, in our understanding, is any individual who is not doing own research and is therefore not likely to publish own research outputs. Said individual is (only) involved in research in terms of operation execution , such as lab technician or equipment operator.

Number of International Faculty Staff Headcount: 1,258 FTE: 676

Number of academic faculty staff who are of foreign nationality. The term 'international' is hereby determined by citizenship. For EU countries, this includes all foreign nationals, even if from another EU state. In Hong Kong, this includes professors from Mainland China. Inclusion and exclusion mirrors those for academic faculty staff. In case of dual citizenship, the 'deciding' criteria should be 'citizenship obtained through birth', basically first passport obtained.
Number of Inbound Visiting Faculty Staff Headcount: 725

Number of academic faculty staff contributing to teaching or research at your university in the last 12 months who are visiting from an overseas institution for a minimum period of at least 3 months.
Number of Outbound Visiting Faculty Staff Headcount: 796

Number of academic faculty staff employed by your institution contributing to teaching or research at an overseas institution in the last 12 months for a minimum period of at least 3 months.

Undergraduate Information

Number of Undergraduate Students Headcount: 26,617 FTE: 23,095

Number of students pursuing a Bachelor’s level or equivalent degree. This excludes certificates/diplomas and associate’s degrees.

Number of International Undergraduate Students Headcount: 8,076 FTE: 6,937

Number of undergraduate students who are foreign nationals. The term 'international' is hereby determined by citizenship. For EU countries, this includes all foreign nationals, even nationals of other EU states. In Hong Kong, this includes students from Mainland China. In case of dual citizenship, the 'deciding' criteria should be 'citizenship obtained through birth', basically first passport obtained. Please exclude all exchange students. As for language students, if the language students take up a particular language course that is outlined as 'undergraduate degree program' they should be included under 'international undergraduate students' . Language students who take part in a course not contributing to a degree qualification should be counted under 'Total International Students'.

Number of Inbound Exchange Undergraduate Students Headcount: 724 FTE: 364

Number of undergraduate students attending your university on international exchange programs for at least 1 semester in the last 12 months.
Number of Outbound Exchange Undergraduate Students Headcount: 229 FTE: 147

Number of undergraduate students registered at your institution who have attended another institution abroad for at least 1 semester on an exchange program in the last 12 months.
Average International Undergraduate Fees $ EUR 9,100

Average tuition fees per academic year (two semesters) that an international student would be expected to pay for an undergraduate program, with ‘program’ referring to the complete range of courses contributing to a degree. FAQ: How do I calculate average fees?

Average Domestic Undergraduate Fees $ EUR 1,895

Average tuition fees per academic year (two semesters) that a domestic student would be expected to pay for an undergraduate program, with ‘program’ referring to the complete range of courses contributing to a degree. FAQ: How do I calculate average fees?

Average Undergraduate Class Size Headcount: 140

The average size of class across all undergraduate programs. The term ‘class’ refers to an unit of instruction or taught session in which a teacher has pre-defined material to cover. It does exclude tutorial seminars.
Number of first year Undergraduate students Headcount: 6,793 FTE: 5,825

Number of students pursuing a Bachelor's level or equivalent degree in their first year of study. This excludes certificates/diplomas and associate's degrees.

Graduate / Postgraduate Information

Number of Graduate / Postgraduate Students Headcount: 7,355 FTE: 4,628

Students pursuing a higher-level degree (Master and Doctorate), including both taught and research postgraduates (e.g. PhD students)
Number of International Graduate/Postgraduate Students Headcount: 2,698 FTE: 1,780

Number of graduate / postgraduate students who are foreign nationals. The term 'international' is hereby determined by citizenship. For EU countries, this includes all foreign nationals, even nationals of other EU states. In Hong Kong, this includes students from Mainland China. In case of dual citizenship, the 'deciding' criteria should be 'citizenship obtained through birth', basically first passport obtained. Please exclude all exchange students. As for language students, if they take up a particular language course that is outlined as 'postgraduate degree program', they should be included under 'international postgraduate students'. Language students who take part in a course not contributing to a degree qualification should be counted under 'Total International Students'.

Number of Inbound Exchange Graduate/Postgraduate Students Headcount: 201 FTE: 155

Number of graduate / postgraduate students attending your university on international exchange programs for at least 1 semester in the last 12 months.
Number of Outbound Exchange Graduate/Postgraduate Students Headcount: 18 FTE: 14

Number of postgraduate students registered at your institution who have attended another institution on an exchange program for at least 1 semester in the last 12 months.
Average International Graduate / Postgraduate Fees $ EUR 9,700

Average tuition fees per academic year (two semesters) that an international student would be expected to pay for a graduate / postgraduate program, with ‘program’ referring to the complete range of courses contributing to a degree. FAQ: How do I calculate average fees?

Average Domestic Graduate / Postgraduate Fees $ EUR 2,197

Average tuition fees per academic year (two semesters) that a domestic student would be expected to pay for a graduate / postgraduate program, with ‘program’ referring to the complete range of courses contributing to a degree. FAQ: How do I calculate average fees?

Average Taught Graduate / Postgraduate Class Size Headcount: 15

The average size of class across all taught graduate / postgraduate programs. The term ‘class’ refers to an unit of instruction or taught session in which a teacher has pre-defined material to cover. It does exclude tutorial seminars.

Students

Total Students Headcount: 33,972 FTE: 27,723

Total number of students.
Total International Students Headcount: 10,959 FTE: 9,023

Number of students who are foreign nationals. The term 'international' is hereby determined by citizenship. For EU countries, this includes all foreign nationals, even nationals of other EU states. In Hong Kong, this includes students from Mainland China. In case of dual citizenship, the 'deciding' criteria should be 'citizenship obtained through birth', basically first passport obtained.
Total Outbound Exchange Students Headcount: 31

Total number of students registered at your institution who have attended another institution on an exchange program for at least 1 semester in the last 12 months.
Total Inbound Exchange Students Headcount: 989 FTE: 520

Total number of students attending your university on international exchange programs for at least 1 semester in the last 12 months.
Average International Student Fees $ USD 17,800

Average tuition fees per year that an international student would be expected to pay for any course
Average Domestic Student Fees $ USD 12,600

Average tuition fees per academic year (two semesters) that a domestic student would be expected to pay for any program, with ‘program’ referring to the complete range of courses contributing to a degree. FAQ: How do I calculate average fees?

Number of Male Students Headcount: 15,219 FTE: 12,586

Number of students who are male out of the total number of students studying at your university
Number of Female Students Headcount: 18,753 FTE: 15,137

Number of students who are female out of the total number of students studying at your university

Graduate Output

Proportion of Graduates Pursuing Further Study Headcount: 35 %

Proportion of graduates from undergraduate programs pursuing further study at your own institution or any other within 6 months after graduation.

Proportion of Graduates Employed Headcount: 90 %

Proportion of graduates (excluding those opting to pursue further study) in permanent employment within 6 months of graduation
Number of PhDs Awarded Headcount: 223

Total number of PhDs awarded in the last 12 months

Entry Requirements

Avg Entry Requirements Headcount: 3

Please express the average academic achievement entry requirements for your institution. Please convert your domestic requirements to the US Grade Point Average system. The five-point numerical scale is typically correlated with the A-F/A-E quality index. (A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0, D=1.0, E or F = 0.0) In our context, a value of 0 will imply to us that your institution has an "open access" admissions policy and will in no way count against your institution in any future table built upon this data. You can use World Education Services (WES) Toolkit as guidline: http://www.wes.org/gradeconversionguide/index.asp (copy and paste)

Internationalisation

Number of University Collaborations or Partnership Agreements Headcount: 90

Number of universities your institution has collaborations or partnership agreements with. These partnership agreements may include student and teaching exchanges, as well as collaborative research projects, exchange of academic materials and other information, and jointly offered executive development programmes. This includes collaborations at either a university or faculty level. Please also state the names of these institutions in the Submission Notes box. Click here to see a list of universities in top 500 over last 3 years
Basic TOEFL/IELTS requirements

Minimum entry requirements for proof of English language proficiency:

TOEFL-paper based: 550
TOEFL-computer based: 213
TWE: 4.5
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TOEFL-internet based: 80
Writing: 21
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IELTS (Academic)*: 6.0

*With each band score minimum 5.5

Accommodation

Living in University of Auckland accommodation offers you a great lifestyle, academic and pastoral support, excellent study and living facilities and an active social programme. This is also one of the best ways to help you make new friends from all over the world.

The University offers a wide range fo accommodation options to suit you at different stages of your university life. You can choose to live in a fully catered Hall of Residence if you are a recent school leaver, or a self-catered apartment or flat if you are a more mature or even postgraduate student and prefer a more independent lifestyle.

Language Support

The English Language Self-Access Centre (ELSAC) helps all students in the University of Auckland to develop their academic English skills. The ELSAC provides teacher support, hundreds of language learning materials, language learning activities and assists with academic writing, listening skills, pronunciation and all other aspects of university English. Tutors offer individual language support and group workshops.

Non-English Language Requirements

Applicants who gained their University entrance qualification outside New Zealand and who wish to enter a first year University course must have their qualification approved for admission to the University of Auckland. For those countries from which applications are most frequently received, acceptable qualifications are listed here. If you have completed a University entrance not included in the table below, admission will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

  • Anthropology
  • Applied Language Studies and Linguistics
  • Auckland International
  • Engineering
  • Office of the Vice-Chancellor
  • School of European Languages and Literature
  • School of Graduate Studies
  • School of Population Health
Kick Start Affirmative Action Scholarships . 4 available @ USD 1,150
Available to 4 applicants with Māori or Pacific background. Based on academic results in final year of high school.
Kick Start City of Sails Scholarships . 10 available @ USD 1,150
Available to 10 applicants living outside of Auckland. Based on academic results in final year of high school.
Kick Start Merit Scholarships . 8 available @ USD 1,150
Available to 8 applicants with the best academic results in final year of high school.
Lissie Rathbone Scholarships . 2 available @ USD 175
Available to 2 students with best academic results in English and History in final year of high school
New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarship . 40 available @ USD 17,000
What is the New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarship?
The New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships provide financial support for postgraduate students from designated countries seeking doctoral degrees by research in New Zealand universities.


Funded by the New Zealand Government and administered by the Education New Zealand Trust, the scholarships aim to:

Attract top international students
Maximise the research capability, and output of New Zealand tertiary providers
Build deeper education partnerships with participating countries and regions
Enhance the international profile and reputation of New Zealand's tertiary education institutions.
What does the NZ International Doctoral Research Scholarship (NZIDRS) cover?
Scholarships are awarded for three years of full-time study for a doctoral degree. The scholarship funding covers tuition fees, a monthly living allowance ($1,500 per month), a travel allowance (up to $2,000), a health insurance allowance ($600), an establishment allowance ($500), and a book and thesis allowance ($800). The average value of the scholarships varies depending upon the institution you are attending and area of study. Additional funds are not available to support accompanying dependents.
Who is eligible?
There will be up to forty scholarships awarded for enrolment in 2007 to students meeting the eligibility criteria.Restrictions as to country of citizenship have been removed and candidates from ALL countries may apply.
Applications will be considered from international doctoral candidates from these countries, including those who are already in the process of applying for entry to a New Zealand university. A limited number of scholarships are available to students who are already enrolled in a New Zealand university.
To be eligible for a scholarship in 2007, students must:

hold an 'A' average or equivalent in their studies to date.
meet the requirements for entry into a research-based doctoral degree programme at a New Zealand university (note that this will include proof of English language proficiency).
provide evidence that they have contacted the relevant department in their chosen institution and discussed their proposed research, research interests and the availability of supervision.
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Selection criteria
The following criteria will apply in evaluating applications:

The applicant has a record of sustained academic excellence, particularly in the chosen field of study, as supported by transcripts and letters of reference.
The applicant has a well-defined research programme, and wishes to study at a NZ university with the expertise and resources to support that research.
The applicant is an international student and meets all eligibility requirements.
Selection process
A selection committee of senior academics, appointed by ENZ.
Please note - all scholarship applications must be sent directly to Education New Zealand at the Wellington address given below.

Closing date
Applications must have been received by Education New Zealand (ENZ) in Wellington by 15 July 2007.

Terms and conditions of awards
The following conditions apply to all scholarship holders:

Scholarship holders must be enrolled for a research-based postgraduate programme of study at a New Zealand university. "Research-based postgraduate programme of study" is defined in the Tertiary Education Commission's Interim Guide to Tertiary Funding for 2004 Section 4.4.3.3 - Postgraduate Education - Research-based post graduate courses www.tec.govt.nz
The scholarship is conditional upon gaining entry to a research-based postgraduate degree programme at a New Zealand university. 'Named' or 'Professional' Doctorates are excluded from the NZIDRS programme.
Scholarship holders may not change their degree programme during tenure of the scholarship without written permission from their university and Education New Zealand.
The scholarship must be taken up in the academic year following selection, and may be withdrawn at the discretion of Education New Zealand if this is not possible.
Scholarships holders may not simultaneously hold other scholarships funded by the New Zealand government. This includes, but is not limited to Commonwealth and NZ Development Scholarships. See 'Frequently Asked Questions' (PDF)for further information.
Scholarship holders are responsible for securing an appropriate entry visa to New Zealand, and for any fees associated with the visa, including a medical examination. The offer of a scholarship does not guarantee that such a visa will be granted.
Scholarship holders are permitted to undertake up to 12 hours employment per week at their host university in a teaching or research capacity within their field of study.
Scholarship holders are expected to reside in New Zealand throughout the tenure of the scholarship, and to inform their host university of any travel outside New Zealand.
Scholarship holders must maintain satisfactory progress and good standing as stipulated by their host university and degree programme, or the scholarship will be withdrawn.
Scholarship holders must follow the rules and regulations of their host university and degree programme. Any suspension from the university will result in immediate suspension of the scholarship.
Monthly stipends are not payable during suspensions, including suspension due to illness.
Students who hold New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency may not apply under any circumstances. Should a recipient apply for permanent residency or citizenship during the tenure of their scholarship, it will be withdrawn.
Sanders Memorial Scholarship . 1 available @ USD 520
Child of member of Mercantile Marine or Navy entering first year of any full-time undergrad. degree programme
The University of Auckland Jubilee Awards (School leavers) . 135 available @ USD 1,150
Academic merit and financial need among students wishing to enter a full-time undergraduate degree programme
University of Auckland Alumni Scholarship . 20 available @ USD 1,450
The Scholarships were established in 1997 and are funded by The University of Auckland and The University of Auckland Foundation.

The main purpose of the Scholarships is to assist students entering the University from school who, because of financial hardship, may not otherwise be able to undertake a university degree.

The value was converted from NZ Dollar to US Dollar using the rate as of 01/01/09.
University of Auckland Chancellor's Award for Top Maori & Pacific Scholars . 44 available @ USD 1,450
The Awards were established in 2001 and are funded by The University of Auckland.

The University of Auckland Chancellor's Awards for Top Maori and Pacific Scholars recognise and reward the academic achievement, cultural participation, all-round ability, and leadership potential of Maori and Pacific students from New Zealand secondary schools. These Awards allow the University to engage with its communities by rewarding many of our best Mâori and Pacific school-leavers, and assisting their successful participation at The University of Auckland.

The value was converted from NZ Dollar to US Dollar by using the rate as of 01/01/09.
University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship . 4 available @ USD 19,000
What is the University of Auckland International Doctoral Scholarship ?
The UoA International Doctoral Scholarship is funded by the University of Auckland and is available to international students from all countries who wish to pursue doctoral studies.

What does the UA International Doctoral Scholarship cover?
The UoA Doctoral Scholarship covers tuition fees and provides an annual allowance of NZ$25,000, in the form of a fortnightly stipend.

Who is eligible?
The UoA International Doctoral Scholarship is available to international students from all countries who wish to pursue Doctoral studies on a full-time basis. For full eligibility criteria, Please see regulations attached in "How do I apply" section.

How many International Doctoral Scholarships are awarded each year?
Up to 4 per Faculty per annum.

NB-New Zealand and Australian citizens and permanent residents are not eligible.
University of Auckland Fulbright Scholarship . 3 available @ USD 11,000
UA Fulbright Scholarships are awarded by the University of Auckland Council, to encourage and facilitate study for approved postgraduate degrees at the University of Auckland by candidates already selected to hold Fulbright Awards. As a Fulbright Award fully supports a candidate for the first year, these scholarships are intended to enable Fulbright Award winners to complete degrees at the University of Auckland.

What does the UA Fulbright Scholarship cover?
In the case of a Master's student, a Scholarship shall be tenable (where appropriate) for the second year of study until the completion of the degree (or for twelve months, whichever is the lesser). In the case of a Doctoral candidate, a Scholarship shall be tenable until submission of the thesis or for two years (whichever is the lesser).
The emolument attached to a UA Fulbright Scholarship is currently NZ$15,000.00 per annum plus research/tuition fees.

Who is eligible?
UA Fulbright Scholarships are tenable to Citizens of the United States of America who are intending to take up Fulbright Awards to study in New Zealand and who intend to enrol full-time at the University of Auckland for an approved Master's or Doctoral degree.
University of Auckland Scholarships . 100 available @ USD 2,900
The main purpose of the Scholarships is to recognise and reward academic excellence, all-round ability and leadership potential among New Zealand students wishing to enter an undergraduate degree programme at The University of Auckland.

The value was converted from NZ Dollar to US Dollar using the rate as of 01/01/09.