AUT STUDY GUIDE 2014: CoLab: Creative Technologies

2014
undergraduate
+ postgraduate

colab:
creative
technologies

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of Creative
Technologies

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possible when the fusion of different fields occurs.

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way we see things, like 3D movies, to create an engaging experience were more
actively involved in.

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As simple as it sounds, working in the world of creative technologies requires

people to look at technologies in a creative way. Creating a new technology
is only possible however when we are attuned to what is going on around us.
Companies employ graduates who have the ability to see the world differently.
Seeing the world differently may lead to the smallest of improvements in a
technology, yet providing a major benefit to our society.

When you study creative technologies at AUT, youll learn how to look at problems in the world and provide solutions that
are unique. Youll see how a spirit of collaboration, whether between students or between students and the industry, is
beneficial in creating ideas that change and shape our world. Creating technologies is the objective of this course; so well
provide the teaching and environment to allow you to do so, either side of graduation.

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CoLab: Creative Technologies

Qualifications and Study Pathways

pre-degree

undergraduate

level 4

level 7

level 8

level 9

level 10

Certificate in
Science and
Technology*

Bachelor
of Creative
Technologies

Bachelor
of Creative
Technologies
(Honours)

Master of
Creative
Technologies

Doctor of
Philosophy

Certificate in
Communication
Studies*

postgraduate

Master of
Philosophy

Certificate in
Applied Science*

Col ab: Creative Technologies Qualifications and Study Pathways

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*F or information about the Certificate in Science and Technology refer to the Engineering Undergraduate: Study Guide 2014 or the
Computing and Mathematical Sciences Undergraduate: Study Guide 2014. For information about the Certificate in Communication
Studies refer to the Communication Studies Undergraduate: Study Guide 2014. For information about the Certificate in Applied Science
refer to the Sciences Undergraduate: Study Guide 2014.
Please note:
1) Completion of one qualification does not guarantee entry to a higher level qualification.
2) Students are encouraged to apply for the qualification for which they are best suited and are not necessarily required to enrol in the
qualification that appears at the left of the above diagram.
3) Some qualifications in the above diagram may be prerequisites to and not credit towards higher level qualifications.
4) The academic year is from March to November.
For further information, contact the AUT Student Centre on 0800 AUT UNI (0800 288 864).

Introduction

04 Welcome to CoLab: Creative Technologies

Course information

postgraduate

02 Qualifications and study pathways

Undergraduate

Contents

Undergraduate

05 Bachelor of Creative Technologies

09 Admissions Process

Postgraduate

12 Bachelor of Creative Technologies (Honours)

14 Master of Creative Technologies
16 Master of Philosophy
17 Doctor of Philosophy

19 University life
24 University admission to AUT bachelor's degrees

Fees and applications

26 Fees and payment

27 How to apply
28 Campus maps

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CONTENTS

03

Welcome to CoLab:
Creative Technologies

Welcome to CoLab: Creative Technologies

04

Associate Professor Charles Walker

BArch ECA Edinburgh, MSc Strath., PhD Auck., ANZIA
Programme Director, Creative Technologies

Welcome to CoLab at AUT University and the expanding

field of creative technologies.
CoLab is a new kind of academic unit - it's a school
of emerging technologies, a cutting edge research
institute and a creative industries network. Cutting
across the traditional boundaries between creative
arts, design, digital media, computing, engineering
and entrepreneurship, our multidisciplinary degree
brings them together in one innovative, project-based
learning environment.
We recognise that the world is changing fast and
that the most exciting careers will be open to people
with imagination, a wide range of technological
skills and a willingness to think beyond conventional
job descriptions.
Students are attracted to creative technologies
because of the opportunity to work with academics and
industry partners from a broad variety of backgrounds.
They could be designers, computer scientists, artists,

engineers, media gurus, or social entrepreneurs.

What they have in common is the ability to imagine a
sustainable future and the knowledge to make it happen.
So, whether youre interested in working with mobile
technologies, apps, gaming, animation, mechatronics,
web development, interaction design, physical
computing or any combination of the above creative
technologies will help you acquire a broad base of
knowledge that can be applied to a wide range of
cutting-edge industries. Or you can do what some
of our graduates have already done start up your
own business.

Charles Walker

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Creative
Technologies

BACHELOR OF CREATIVE TECHNOLOGIES

BCT

The Bachelor of Creative Technologies was

developed with the future in mind and like the
future it continues to evolve. The curriculum
keeps up with changes in technology, responding
to new ideas or accommodating new ways of
thinking. Most of the learning is project-based. It
takes place in studios or workshops and is focused
around student collaboration, project pitches or
critiques, rather than standard lectures or exams.

AK1305

Level of study

Points

360

Duration

3 years full-time

Venue

City Campus

Start date

3 March 2014

Application
deadline

6 September 2013

Minimum entry
requirements

NCEA University Entrance (or

equivalent) for school leavers.
See page 24.

You will spend a lot of time in the busy multimedia

environment that is our studio - working across
the boundaries of art, science, design, engineering
or computing. Youll get the chance to build your
own computers, to make 'things that think' interactive objects, apps, web applications,
serious games or soundscapes. You might develop
new ways of telling stories, working in what we call
transmedia, connecting up animation, film,
games, mobile devices and social media. You might
invent new, smart products, systems and services.
You might end up doing something we havent
actually thought of already!

Selection criteria

Evidence of creative interests

and ability such as a portfolio of
artwork or other support
material.

Throughout your degree you'll study the theoretical

and social context of your projects, learn how to
apply your creative ideas to different fields, and how
to add value by thinking entrepreneurially.

Workshop participation may be

required.
Preferred school
subjects

Computing (Digital Technologies),

Design, Drama, Graphics,
Mathematics, Music, Science,
Statistics and Probability,
Technology, Visual Arts.

AUT University encourages early application. Please note: late

applications to this qualification will be accepted if places are
available after this deadline.

You can choose to continue your studies by taking

an honours year (see page 12) that gives you even
more freedom to design your own future.
For those who want to maximise their intellectual
capital and employment potential there is also the
postgraduate Master of Creative Technologies
(see page 14).

The studio
The studio is at the core of the creative technologies
learning experience and the way you work in the studio
reflects the working world of creative professionals.
Half of your study time is allocated to studio work
although you may find you spend more time there
developing new ideas or working on hands-on projects.
In the studio, you will learn how to integrate different
kinds of knowledge into larger, more complex projects.
You will learn how to communicate, present or sell
your ideas to other people and how to understand and
constructively discuss your classmates projects.

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Bachelor of Creative Technologies

Code

Bachelor of Creative
Technologies

You will also learn how to work with others and how to
put together teams that can achieve more than you
could by yourself. Most importantly, the studios are
based around you, the student, rather than lecturers,
and are designed to encourage you to take active
responsibility in your own learning.

What this qualification covers

This qualification is designed to be innovative and
distinctive. It combines different disciplines to
produce imaginative, well-rounded, technically-skilled
practitioners who not only engage in practice within the
creative industries sector but equally manage, innovate
and lead the future development of the sector.
You may be able to take elective papers from other
degrees to add breadth to your educational experience.

Bachelor of Creative Technologies

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The innovative curriculum reflects AUTs philosophical

commitment to link theory and practice in ways that
are relevant to social, economic and cultural change in
New Zealand and internationally.

You will also have a choice of elective papers that can

support or extend the work you do in studio. You may
choose to take a paper in other parts of the university;
perhaps in art and design, communication studies,
business or another area of interest to you.

Year 3
In Year 3, you are expected to pursue more independent
approaches and undertake more complex projects in
the studio. Projects may be developed in consultation
with industry partners, resulting in a final assessment
that can take the form of public exhibitions, publications,
broadcasts, web content or similar formats. You will also
have a choice of electives to support or extend the work
you do in studio.
Because of programme development paper names can currently
not be confirmed. For up to date and detailed information about
papers associated with this qualification visit
www.autcreativetechnologies.ac.nz

Career opportunities
Creative technologist

Year 1

Creative director

You will be introduced to key concepts of creative

technologies and have opportunities to develop these
through a number of diverse studio projects.

Creative programmer/developer

Because we attract students with a broad range of

different interests, everyone does the same projects
in Year 1. This means that everyone ends the year
with new or enhanced skills and capabilities and an
understanding of how these different abilities can be
combined in new ways.

Transmedia

In addition to studio, you will do four other papers that

introduce a range of theoretical and technical skills and
enhance your studio practice.

Digital animation

Year 2
In Year 2, you will have more choice of studio projects.
While each semester may have a broad organising
theme, you are encouraged to respond to that theme by
developing your studio projects in creative, unexpected
or provocative ways. We encourage you to work in
teams, or sometimes to work with people outside AUT
University.

App design
Serious games
Interactive art and design
Smart textiles
Mobile technologies and devices
Robotics and mechatronics
Electronic music and sound design
Web development
New media management
Creative technologies entrepreneur
Future thinker
F
 urther study, e.g. Master of Creative Technologies or
PhD in creative technologies
For more information visit www.autcreativetechnologies.ac.nz

Undergraduate

Seamus McCarthy
Creative Director, Seamonkey Media Ltd
Bachelor of Creative Technologies

As someone who found it hard to sit through classes at

school, Taylor Abernethy-Newman was drawn to the
multidisciplinary Bachelor of Creative Technologies, which
had no exams, no lectures and heaps of cool toys.
"The studio-based programme involves a lot of selfdirected work, but it is the kind of learning environment
that allows you to really excel," he says.
Taylors business partner, Seamus McCarthy, chose the
degree because the mix of art, design, communication,
computing, maths and engineering covered many of his
interests, including specialist technology teaching.
Building a company
Soon after graduating they formed Seamonkey Media
Ltd, an apps, web and digital media design company.
Seamonkey has now been alive for a year. Taylor and
Seamus are still feeding off each others creativity, have
been able to offer contract work to friends from AUT and
others, and are starting to make a living from doing what
they love.

Taylor AbernethyNewman
Director of Technical Development,
Seamonkey Media Ltd
Bachelor of Creative Technologies
Innovative projects
Seamonkey is now focusing on apps, making the most of
the new technology that keeps surfacing.
Recent projects include the academic Dynamic Spine (an
iPad learning resource for AUT physiotherapy students),
Waypoints (a pilot training examination app for Waypoints
NZ) and an app for International Goodbooks. And of
course, there is the fun side, such as Dissero Brands cute
cat calendar and Seamonkeys own Seamonkey 3D game
for smart phones.
Transferable skills and experience
For Taylor, the degree has been an agent of change.
In three years I went from being a high school kid to
a fully-fledged professional with my own company.
Seamus says AUT helped him master new and
emerging technologies.

Charlotte Alexander
Bachelor of Creative Technologies (Honours) student
The creation of a costume that shimmered and changed
colour based on sound input was what first drew Charlotte
Alexander to research in creative technologies.
For a third-year Bachelor of Creative Technologies project
I developed the electronics for an interactive dance
costume utilising fibre optics.
Honours year
After completing her Bachelor of Creative Technologies
(BCT), Charlotte decided to continue into honours study
to further her research, technological and practical skills
in interactive textiles; the use of technologies embedded
within textiles.
The BCT is quite broad and I think an honours year offers a
great opportunity for professional and academic refinement.
She wants to develop these textiles further on a larger
scale, dealing with not only wearables but also looking into
the potential for developing something architectural.
While my research will develop these textiles and will be
quite practical, the true focus of the research is on the
effect of these new technologies, and the way they might
shape us and our views of the world.
Making a choice
Charlotte initially considered studying fashion design but
then she realised the multidisciplinary approach of AUTs
creative technologies degree would allow her to explore
both technologies and fashion.

Technological approaches to fashion design were gaining

momentum about that time. Fashion designers like
Hussein Chalayan were adding cool technologies to their
fashion lines with clothes that kinetically transformed,
changed colours and sensed body conditions such as heat
and heart rate.
Disability support
There was no question of which university to attend
after AUT offered Charlotte a disabilities community
partnership scholarship; Charlotte has mild to severe
hearing loss and wears hearing aids.
While I didn't use the disability resource services much during
my degree I have been very aware that there is support
available for me there. They've always been great.
Beyond honours
Next year Charlotte is thinking of continuing with her
research by undertaking a masters degree.
I don't really see it as research as such but more as playing
around with stuff. My family jokes I'll find a way to stay at
university forever.
However, when she does move into the workforce
Charlotte is interested in working with interactive
technologies within a performance or installation context.
Making interactive textiles forever as a job would be cool.

Bachelor of Creative
Technologies
Admissions Process

Admission to the programme is through a

three-phase process:
1. Evaluation of academic abilities in relevant fields
based on academic transcript
2. A ppraisal of creative interest/abilities based on
support material
3. A ssessment of your aptitude for collaborative,
project-based learning through a workshop
You must make an application to the programme prior
to submitting your portfolio. You will be given a student
ID number upon your application. Please submit your
ID number with your portfolio.
While applications can be evaluated solely on academic
records, applicants strengthen their submission
through the other two phases. This enables assessors
to determine a candidates suitability to the unique
demands and nature of the programme.

We will evaluate your academic standing across a broad

range of related fields including maths, art, design,
graphics, technology, computing and science based
on the information supplied by you or provided to AUT
University by NZQA.

2. Support material: evidence of creative

interest/abilities
To support candidates from a diverse range of
backgrounds and experience, the BCT encourages
applications from students who demonstrate interest
and ability across the sciences and arts.
This might take the form of one of the following:

Portfolio
While a portfolio might take a more traditional form,
similar to painting or graphic design boards, it can
also draw on independent projects in other media. For
example we would be interested in seeing any work you
have done in video, flash, web, or murals, illustrations,
photographs, performance and sound simply
anything to demonstrate your creative potential!

Writing
1. Academic

evaluation

2. Support

material
reviewed*

If you havent done any creative work but have an

interest in media issues then maybe its easier for you
to write about your interest in creative technologies.
This is your chance to tell us about your motivation for
applying to the BCT and to share with us your vision of
what creative technologies means to you and how it
might shape the future.

Technical
3. Workshop

participation

Notification of
outcome

* If your application is considered favourably we may a) offer you

a place straight away, or b) invite you to participate in a one-day
project-based learning workshop with other candidates.

Perhaps you have a more technical background in

engineering, programming or maths. We want to know
about that too! Let us know what you have achieved.
Send us some code, pictures of the engine you stripped
down and rebuilt, or show us a problem you are working
on. Impress us with your technical mastery!

Wildcard
Then again maybe youre a misfit? One of those people
that have off-the-wall ideas and the energy to carry
them out. Then this is your opportunity to get it together
and make something of those projects. Perhaps it was
something you invented; a hot rod coffee maker, solar
iPod charger or simply a practical solution to an everyday
problem? Play your wildcard and put in an application.

09
ADMISSIONS PROCESS

Application
submitted

1. Academic evaluation

Bachelor of Creative
Technologies
Admissions Process

Please forward your portfolio to:

AUT University
University Admissions Office
Private Bag 92006
Auckland 1142
New Zealand
Or by courier:
University Admissions Office, WA Building, Level 2
55 Wellesley Street East
Auckland Central 1010, New Zealand
Or drop off your portfolio in person at the AUT
Student Centre:
City Campus: Level 2 (ground entry), WA building
North Shore Campus: AG building
Manukau Campus: Ground level, MB building

ADMISSIONS PROCESS

10

Once you have submitted your application and evidence

of creative interest/abilities we will assess your
application and advise you of the outcome as soon as
possible after the closing date of 6 September 2013.
If your application is considered favourably we may
a) offer you a place straight away, or b) invite you
to participate in a one-day project-based learning
workshop with other candidates.

3. Invitation to a collaborative, projectbased learning workshop

We want to get an idea of your ability to work in a
collaborative project-based environment and respond to
creative challenges. Likewise we want you to experience
creative technologies from the inside and experience

what its really like to work in a studio with a group of

peers who are as creatively driven as you are.
To help us make sure this is the right programme
for you, we may invite you along to a creative
technologies workshop.
In the workshop, we are not going to sit down and teach
you, rather we will set you some creative challenges to
respond to it will be up to you to show us what you can do!
The workshop will be run by current creative
technologies students so you will have plenty of
opportunity to ask them about their experience of the
BCT. Teaching staff will be present at the workshops to
observe how you respond to the challenges presented
to you.

What happens next?

Workshops are planned for 2014. You may be invited
to attend one of these workshops. Please see
www.autcreativetechnologies.ac.nz for workshop dates.
AUTs University Admissions Office will notify students
regarding their application outcome shortly after the
completion of the workshops.
For assistance please contact bct@aut.ac.nz
Please visit www.aut.ac.nz for more information.

Undergraduate

Hanan Finnerty

Jared Tobin

Self-employed Game Developer

Bachelor of Creative Technologies

Sound Designer, Podscape

3rd year student, Bachelor of
Creative Technologies

Creative technologies graduate Hanan Finnerty has found

fertile ground in the video games industry to combine his
art and engineering practices.

His closest collaborations have been with BCT student

Jared Tobin who works part-time at Podscape, doing sound
design and music composition, and is helping Hanan with
his new business.

After graduating two years ago Hanan worked as a

developer for start-up games studio Podscape where he
found his degree gave him a greater understanding of
production than peers with more specialised qualifications.

Complementary skills
Hanan focuses on the visual aspects of the product while
Jared designs and creates audio.

Creating their own game

Hanan recently switched to part-time work at Podscape to
focus on developing his own business and games projects.

With my newest game project, a stealth action adventure

game codenamed 'Paper Assassin', Jared has the freedom
to design how and when audio is played during the game.

I have always wanted a business creating games and

entertainment, and I feel the time is right to begin working
on my own projects.

It is not only the technical knowledge developed through

the BCT that is important, says Jared.

Collaboration
BCT's studio projects develop a broad understanding and
experience of collaboration that makes it easier to build
teams and work with others in the real world, explains Hanan.

It allows each individual to develop their own creative

practice in a way that works for them.
Jared is also working on a major Year 3 studio project in
collaboration with AUT's Knowledge Engineering and
Discovery Research Institute (KEDRI).

Bachelor of Creative
Technologies (Honours)

See yourself as:

Self-directed
Innovative and creative
Keen to develop research skills
Collaborative and a good communicator

BACHELOR OF CREATIVE TECHNOLOGIES

(HONOURS)
BCT(Hons)

Industry or research-based project

Code

AK1306

This is undertaken as self-directed study, a sponsored

industry project or as part of a research programme. It
may include an industry placement or internship.

Level of study

Research methods

Points

120

Duration

1 year full-time

Venue

City Campus

The degree develops research skills and a practical

understanding of the principles, methodologies and
processes for undertaking interdisciplinary research in
the creative industries. It adopts critical and analytical
approaches to cultural, social, philosophical and
technological aspects of a research project proposal.

Start date

3 March 2014

Advanced elective papers

Minimum entry
requirements

Bachelor of Creative
Technologies with a B grade
average or higher in level 7
papers, or equivalent.

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Bachelor of Creative Technologies (Honours)

What this qualification covers

AUT University encourages early application. This qualification

will remain open until all places have been filled.

Take more independent, research-based and

interdisciplinary projects in association with
industry partners by continuing into the Bachelor
of Creative Technologies (Honours).

This may take the form of self-directed or negotiated

formal studies that draw on the diversity of
qualifications and expertise within the faculty, or
be based on current staff research. You may also be
encouraged to consider elective strategies that explore
entrepreneurial or potential commercial applications of
project work.
For more detailed information about this qualification visit
www.autcreativetechnologies.ac.nz

Career opportunities
C reative technologist

The honours year offers postgraduate study in a

variety of emerging interdisciplinary fields.

C reative director

It can include internships, funded projects and real

industry connections that will put you ahead of
the competition.

A pp design

C reative programmer/developer
S erious games
Transmedia
Interactive art and design
S mart textiles
Mobile technologies and devices
Robotics and mechatronics
Electronic music and sound design
D igital animation
Web development
New media management
C reative technologies entrepreneur
F uture thinker
F
 urther study, e.g. Master of Creative Technologies
or PhD in Creative Technologies

Anything is possible.
Most important is to
enjoy what youre
doing, be driven by
passion.
postgraduate

Judit Klein
Bachelor of Creative Technologies (Honours)
Master of Creative Technologies student
Undecided on an exact career, Judit Klein chose creative
technologies to keep her options open.

Everyone is looking for the 'killer app' for tertiary education

so I want to examine what this could mean, she says.

Because technology changes so fast, it is almost better not

to lock yourself into a fixed career path. To be able to think,
work and problem solve across disciplines is becoming more
and more valuable.

Postgraduate study more specialised

The move into postgraduate study has been a big shift.

Exploring disruptive learning tools

In her honours year Judit explored the use of mobile devices
like the iPhone and iPad as learning tools.

As you start to work towards something that is more

specialised, fewer people can relate to what youre talking
about. At the same time, you're working amongst other
postgraduate students who are just as passionate about
what they do.

During my undergraduate degree I learned to develop

applications for the iOS platform. During my honours year,
I then researched the implications of introducing these
devices as disruptive learning tools.

Study leads to unexpected opportunities

At AUT Judit has had many opportunities to be involved in
the bigger picture, like attending international conferences
such as Apples annual Worldwide Developer Conference.

By disrupting the traditional university structures that are

focused around time and space, we can use mobile devices
to facilitate interaction. That has the potential to create
collaborative learning spaces that arent constrained by
buildings and timetables.

As part of her research, Judit is working with AUTs Centre

for Learning and Teaching (CfLAT) as a research intern.

Now a Master of Creative Technologies student, Judit aims

to expand on her research, and design a tangible outcome to
address the issues of learning in a new age.

It feels incredibly valuable to have my research and work

directly related. The projects Im involved in at CfLAT really
make me feel like I'm having an impact."
Judit hopes to one day write a prize-winning application and
work in the tech capital, Silicon Valley.

Master of Creative
Technologies

MASTER OF CREATIVE TECHNOLOGIES

MCT

Code

AK1307

Level of study

Points

120

Duration

1 year full-time

What this qualification covers

Venue

City Campus

Start date

Any time

Minimum entry
requirements

One of the following or

equivalent:

You will produce a thesis either by research or project.

The course content draws on the link between art,
design and communications media, and science,
engineering, computer studies and mathematics.
The thesis may be based on your own proposals or
related to ongoing research projects within AUT
or industry.

Bachelor of Creative
Technologies (Honours), OR
Relevant four year bachelors
degree, OR

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Master of Creative Technologies

Rather than contain people within pre-defined

disciplinary boundaries, we organise our research
around a set of broad themes, topics, ideas or
future-oriented issues that provide common
conceptual frameworks for researchers from a
variety of backgrounds. Currently postgraduate
students are exploring transmedia, serious play,
interaction design, smart textiles, creative
education, augmented place-based practice,
mobile technologies and app development.

Three year bachelors degree

and/or sufficient experience of
advanced study in a relevant
field
Other
requirements

May be required to complete

an approved research
methods paper

For more detailed information about this qualification visit

www.autcreativetechnologies.ac.nz

Career opportunities
C reative technologist
C reative director
C reative programmer/developer
A pp design
S erious games
Transmedia

You will undertake a sustained period of research

within the broad creative technologies field. As a
MCT graduate you will be a creative practitioner
with an advanced understanding of the roles and
potential of creative technologies. You will be able
to collaborate and communicate effectively
across a broad range of artistic, technological,
commercial and cultural fields. You may progress
to further study at doctoral level.
The MCT emphasises the connections between
research, practice and theory. We encourage
transdisciplinary collaboration and projects that
are responsive to new ideas, complex social issues
and emerging local and global cultures.

Interactive art and design

S mart textiles
Mobile technologies and devices
Robotics and mechatronics
Electronic music and sound design
D igital animation
Web development
New media management
C reative technologies entrepreneur
F uture thinker
F urther study, e.g.PhD in Creative Technologies

Pritika Lal
Artist
Master of Creative Technologies
Artist and Master of Creative Technologies graduate
Pritika Lal says postgraduate study has helped her to
discover a new creative direction using new technology
as an artistic material.

New technology as an artistic tool

The opportunity to create artwork using new technologies
drew Pritika to the Master of Creative Technologies.
This is a new direction for me and I knew that I needed to
be surrounded by those working in similar areas to gain
the kind of progress I want.
I would recommend this programme to artists with an
interest in new media or multimedia. There is scope
to gather support from different disciplines and
perhaps an added freedom of working in a
relatively new department.
An increasing interest in interactive and
biological art led to her masters research
on the interaction between the human
body and technology. Pritika is exploring
that interaction through motion sensors,
under the supervision of James Charlton
and Gudrun Frommherz.
More study on the cards
Holding down several part-time jobs while
studying makes it important to be really
organised, says Pritika, who is keen to do
more postgraduate study in the future. As well
as contemplating a PhD, she is also looking out
for residency and exhibition opportunities.
Ten years from now I will probably be working as
an artist in ways that I cant even imagine today."

postgraduate

My postgraduate studies helped me to understand and

articulate what I already know and at the same time
forced me into unknown territory. With the support of
my supervisors and classmates I was able to move more
deeply and rapidly through my creative practices and
focus my ideas and skills.

Master of Philosophy

MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY
MPhil

The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) is a one-year,

research-only masters degree. It provides an
opportunity for you to undertake a research topic
of an applied or professional nature under the
supervision of creative technologies staff.
Alternatively, the MPhil can provide a pathway to
more advanced research at doctoral level.

Code

AK3720

Level of study

Points

120

Duration

1 year full-time/
3 years part-time

Venue

City Campus

For more detailed information about this qualification visit

www.autcreativetechnologies.ac.nz

Start date

Any time

Career opportunities

Minimum entry
requirements

A four-year bachelors degree at

level 8 OR one of the following or
equivalent:

It is expected that as a graduate with a Master of

Philosophy you will have gained the necessary skills and
qualifications to follow an academic or research career
leading to a PhD. Alternatively, your research topic may
lead you to a position of expertise in your chosen field.

A bachelors degree (honours)

with second class honours or
higher OR

Master of Philosophy

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A bachelors degree and

postgraduate diploma OR
A bachelors degree with at
least three years of experience
relevant to the proposed
research OR
Professional qualification or
experience approved by the
University Postgraduate
Board to be equivalent
Other
requirements

May be required to complete an

approved research methods
paper

What this qualification covers

You will complete an original thesis during this year of
your study. Staff in creative technologies are available
to supervise MPhil research on a wide range of topics.

Doctor of Philosophy

Stage 1

PhD

Code

AK3518

Level of study

10

Points

360

Duration

3 to 6 years

Venue

City Campus

Start date

Any time

Minimum entry
requirements

One of the following:

A masters degree with
honours OR

Acceptance is subject to the

availability of staff for
supervision, prior research
preparation and appropriate
facilities

The Doctor of Philosophy is a thesis-based

research degree that leads to advanced academic
and theoretical knowledge in a specialist area.
The programme enables you to make an original
contribution to knowledge or understanding in
your field of study and meet recognised
international standards for such work.
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is awarded after
the successful completion of concentrated
research constituting an original and substantial
contribution to knowledge.
You will work closely with your supervisor to
prepare a thesis, which is examined by
independent experts who apply contemporary
international standards.

You are admitted provisionally in the first year full-time

(up to two years part-time) where you will refine your
preliminary proposal into a fully-fledged PhD proposal.
This document critically reviews the significant work
done in your area of research. The proposal should also
contain suitable research methodologies and methods
along with a timeframe for completion of the degree that
highlights important milestones to be achieved in the
next couple of years. Once your proposal is completed
and approved through the faculty processes, it is
submitted to the University Postgraduate Board for full
admission approval.

Stage 2
Once you have completed your research proposal you
may refine your design, collecting data and conducting
your research as appropriate. Results are analysed and
may be published through international conferences,
journal publications and peer review as this lends further
credibility to your research.

Stage 3
The first step in the final stage of the PhD is spent
finalising the data analysis. Thereafter, the PhD thesis
should be written and submitted to the supervisors
for feedback. It should be noted that the process of
finalising the thesis is time-consuming as typically two
or even three draft versions need to be produced before
the thesis is ready for submission and examination.
For more detailed information about this qualification visit
www.autcreativetechnologies.ac.nz

Career opportunities
R
 esearch and development in creative
hi-tech industries
A cademic research and teaching

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Doctor of Philosophy

A bachelors degree with

honours in a discipline
appropriate to proposed
research
Other
requirements

What this qualification covers

postgraduate

Doctor of Philosophy

University
Life

As an AUT student, youll be joining a dynamic, exciting and

diverse community, where youll meet new people, develop
lifelong skills and receive support to succeed at university
and beyond.

We encourage you to access our services as early as possible,

before semester starts. For more information on any of the
services listed here, contact the AUT Student Centre on
0800 AUT UNI (0800 288 864).

From fitness centres and art galleries, clubs and student

services, to restaurants, accommodation, sporting activities
and student media AUT has an incredible range of services
and activities for you to enjoy and participate in.

Career advice choosing the right programme

We offer some of the most comprehensive student services

and support in New Zealand, combined with a contemporary
approach to university life: state-of-the-art facilities,
interactive learning opportunities, and connections with
industry and business.
If you become an AUT student, not only will you be studying at
New Zealands most contemporary and innovative university,
youll also have endless opportunities to make your mark,
participate in university life, enjoy your time, and forge an
exciting and dynamic career.

Applying to study get your application and enrolment

sorted

Ask a question

www.aut.ac.nz/studentinfo

Orientation and preparing for study

The best way to hit the ground running is to attend your
orientation programme. Orientation runs at the beginning of
each semester and is your chance to meet your Student Mentor,
get an overview of the University, hear from your programme
leader, find out where your classrooms are, and sort out any
last-minute enrolment or IT issues. Theres also a huge social
programme of events organised by the students' association,
packed with entertainment and information on student clubs
and social activities.
There are three key aspects to our Orientation programme:
G
 etting Started, held at differing times depending on your
programme and campus where you are studying

Email studentcentre@aut.ac.nz

Study Smart, our study skills workshops

Facebook

facebook.com/autuniversity

Twitter

twitter.com/autuni

I nformation sessions for specific groups such as Mori,

international, Pasifika, LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual,
transgender), elite athlete and Chinese-speaking students.

Helpline

0800 AUT UNI (0800 288 864)

City Campus Level 2, ground entry, WA building,

55 Wellesley Street East, Auckland
North Shore Campus AG building, 90 Akoranga Drive,
Northcote, Auckland
Manukau Campus MB building, 640 Great South Road,
Manukau, Auckland

Campus tours: check out the campus

If youre thinking about studying at AUT and want to check
out our campuses and facilities, contact us and well arrange a
campus tour for you and your family. To find out about campus
tours, phone 0800 AUT UNI (0800 288 864).

Preparing for university: get ready

If youre coming directly from secondary school or the
workforce, studying at university can be quite an adjustment.
At AUT youll be offered a range of services to help you
transition to university life. Its really important that youre
academically and personally ready for the changes that are
about to come your way, so take advantage of the services on
offer to make sure youre ready from day one.

We also run sessions for parents, friends and family of new

students as part of Orientation. All workshops are designed to
help you grow personally, succeed in the classroom and make
the most of the AUT experience.
Visit www.aut.ac.nz/orientation for more information
and to download a copy of the current New Student Guide
an essential resource for those new to AUT.

Financial advice
We know that studying can be hard on your finances, and offer
you a range of financial advice and budgeting services. Student
Financial Services provide information and advice to help all
students manage their money, including advice on budgeting
and banking as well as providing information and assistance
with student loans and allowances.

Sussed website
A useful financial resource is the StudyLink Sussed website.
The website has handy tools, tips and information to help you
plan and understand the costs you will have while studying.
Visit www.studylink.govt.nz

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University Life

If you need help applying to study at AUT, want more

information or have any questions about your enrolment
were here to help. Get in touch with the AUT Student Centre
and well help you with anything you need. We have a range of
contact and self-service options available:

Choosing the programme thats right for you is one of the most
important decisions youll make. By now youll hopefully have
an idea of what you want to study, but if you still need some
help deciding, make an appointment with one of our career
consultants. Theyll be able to talk through your options, discuss
future career paths and help you make an informed decision
about whats right for you. To see an AUT career consultant,
contact the AUT Student Centre on 0800 AUT UNI
(0800 288 864).

Scholarships
The scholarships office provides information and advice on
undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships and awards.
Search our Scholarships Database for a comprehensive and
current list of scholarships, or contact us for practical advice
about the scholarship application process.
Visit www.aut.ac.nz/scholarships

Family and whnau support

Having the support of your friends, family and whnau while
you study is important. Its vital that families and whnau
understand the unique pressures of studying at university,
so they can support you. We welcome parents, partners,
caregivers and families of new students to contact us if they
want more information on how to best support family members,
want to visit the campus or talk to us about university life. We
also run a parents, family and whnau evening at Orientation.
Visit www.aut.ac.nz/orientation

Accommodation and travel options

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AUT is based in the multicultural city of Auckland, with

campuses located in the central business district, the
North Shore and Manukau.
AUT promotes and encourages sustainable travel options
for students.
Theres a shuttle bus that operates between our three main
campuses at subsidised rates. You can also purchase discounted
public transport tickets from the Auckland Transport shop on
the City Campus or other ticketing agents on our campuses.
Check out www.AT.co.nz for more information on public
transport options. We also have cycle racks and shower facilities
for students who bike or walk to university. If you do need to
drive, there is limited pay and display parking at the North Shore
and Manukau campuses.

Living on campus
Its a fact that, on average, students who live on campus
get better grades. The social life is awesome too with
opportunities to meet students from different backgrounds
and make new friends. We have two residential complexes
offering flatting-type accommodation in modern apartments.
Rooms are in demand, so its essential to apply early for a place.
Wellesley Student Apartments (8 Mount Street, Auckland) is
a modern apartment complex in the heart of Auckland City,
three minutes walk from the City Campus. The fully-furnished
apartments have two bathrooms, a living area and complete
kitchen; ideal for student life.
Akoranga Student Village (42 Akoranga Drive, Northcote) is
directly next to the North Shore Campus and offers apartmentstyle accommodation in five or six-bedroom apartments. Being
on the North Shore Campus means youll have access to heaps
of sporting facilities and playing fields, and the lovely North
Shore beaches are only a short drive or bike ride away.
Visit www.aut.ac.nz/accommodation

Helping you study

Library
The library provides a service at the City, North Shore and
Manukau campuses as well as a large collection of online
resources available 24/7. Study with friends in group
study rooms, or by yourself in a quiet zone or computer lab.
Workshops are offered at various times during the year.
Library staff are available to help you with searching for
resources required for your study and research. Just ask at
the help desk or visit us online. Visit www.aut.ac.nz/library

IT support and computer labs

We have a range of IT support services available, including
a service desk, weekend assistance, computer labs and
facilities. Our IT team also offer introductory computer
workshops, and can sit down with you one-to-one. Make sure
you attend Orientation where youll find out how to log in to
the AUT network, access your AUT email account, the internet
and AUTonline.
There is wireless internet access across all AUT campuses, so
you can use your laptop or iPad in student lounges and common
areas, and open access labs with computing, scanning, CD
burning and printing facilities for AUT students.

For students at our Manukau Campus, we offer a free nurse

clinic and counselling service one day a week throughout
semester. Students who are NZ citizens or permanent residents
also have access to three free funded GP consultations per year
if they enrol with one of the four medical practices AUT has a
service level agreement with.
Visit www.aut.ac.nz/health

AUT is smoke free

AUT is proud to be smoke free. Our campuses are all smoke free,
including outdoor areas and student accommodation.

Childcare and parenting

AUT supports and encourages those wanting to further their
education while raising their whnau (family). There are two
childcare centres one at the City Campus (run by AUT) as well
as an independently run crche at North Shore Campus. Both
centres provide excellent childcare facilities and services,
including school holiday programmes. The Health, Counselling
and Wellbeing Centres at the City and North Shore campuses
also provide comfortable and private rooms to breastfeed,
express and securely store milk.

Student learning support

Student advisors

The Student Learning Centre provides free academic

support to help you excel and achieve better grades. If you
are struggling with an assignment, essay or paper, we offer a
range of resources on essay writing, referencing, how to study
effectively, time management and exam preparation. We also
hold free workshops throughout the year on a range of topics
to help you achieve your best possible grades. For everything
you need to know about the Student Learning Centre, including
seminars and workshops, visit www.aut.ac.nz/student-learning

Health, wellbeing and support

Keeping your mind and body active and healthy is key to
succeeding with your studies. AUT is an industry leader in health
science promotion and research, and is active in promoting
health and wellbeing benefits across the University.

Health, counselling and wellbeing centres

We have full medical, general practice (GP) centres at both
the City and North Shore campuses, offering affordable,
fully accredited healthcare. We are part of Auckland PHO and
domestic students who register with the service may be eligible
for free routine doctor and nurse consultations. We have a range
of male and female doctors and nurses and you can use our
services from the time your offer of place has been accepted.
We also offer free counselling services, mental health support,
harassment support, and spirituality and chaplaincy events and
support. A large part of what we do is working with students to
promote healthy living.

At AUT all first-year students are personally invited to connect

with a Student Advisor. These qualified and professional
staff work with students to help facilitate the transition into
university life and assist students to reach their personal,
academic and career goals. This is a friendly, expert and
confidential service. After assessing a students needs,
advisors may arrange a referral to other specialist services
such as the Student Learning Centre; Health, Counselling and
Wellbeing, or financial support.
Visit www.aut.ac.nz/student_services/advisors

Sport and fitness

AUT is one of New Zealands leading sporting universities
and has a huge range of sports events and activities, from
recreational games right through to international competitions.
We have fitness centres on each of our campuses, offering
top of the line fitness equipment, group fitness classes and
personalised exercise programmes. Youll also have access to
sport and exercise services including golf and running clinics.
There are no joining fees and our flexible gym memberships
are available to students at discounted rates.

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University Life

Students can access online and IT services through the student

portal Unicentral: https://unicentral.aut.ac.nz

AUT also offers a childcare subsidy of up to $50 per week per

dependent child, paid directly to the early childhood centre the
child is enrolled in. This subsidy can be applied for and is payable
from the first day of lectures to the date of your final exam.

Sir Paul Reeves

Building (WGbuilding)
The Sir Paul Reeves Building
is a dramatic new
development that has
transformed our City
Campus. Providing learning
and social spaces for all AUT
students and staff, it
features the best in
contemporary teaching and
learning, including state-ofthe-art media and
communications facilities.

Accommodation
Living on campus is a great
option, particularly if you are
new to AUT or from out of
town. Our student
accommodation is
convenient, modern and
supportive just minutes
from AUTs City or North
Shore Campus. Its a good
way to settle into university
life, meet other students and
enjoy easy access to all the
on campus facilities.

Restaurants
Located at the City Campus,
Four Seasons and Piko
(pictured) are fully-licensed
restaurants and staffed by
students from the School of
Hospitality and Tourism.
Leading New Zealand chefs
design the menus, which offer
breakfast, lunch and dinner.
www.fourseasonsrestaurant.co.nz
www.pikorestaurant.co.nz

Have fun: enjoy your time and get involved

If you ask our alumni or any past student about their time at
university, youll find them not only talking about what they
studied, but about the friends they made, the debates on
important topics they had, and the life-changing events that
made up their university experience. We think its important to
get involved in university life, and encourage you to join in and
make your mark.

Clubs on campus
AUT and AuSM offer a range of social, academic and cultural
clubs where you can meet new people, participate in fantastic
events and get involved in campus life. For more information on
how to join a club, make sure you attend Orientation.

Volunteering
Volunteering activities include Coachcorp, student mentors,
student ambassadors, Enactus and Volunteer Services Abroad
(VSA). Volunteering can help you build networks and enhance
your skills, innovation and decision-making. Volunteering is
also an increasingly important part of many employers social
responsibility practices.

AuSM

Events
Events on the AUT calendar include Orientation, market days on
campus, AuSMs (student association) free feeds and DJ nights,
sporting events, cultural performances, international acts and
more. Visit www.aut.ac.nz/studentevents

Food and beverage outlets

Whether youre after a quick sandwich on the run or a threecourse meal, AUTs campuses offer a wide range of food and
beverages. Jewel of Bombay Indian restaurant, Kebabs on
Campus and Uni Sushi have outlets at both City and North Shore
campuses. The City Campus is also home to Piko, Four Seasons,
Newsfeed Caf, The Hub Caf, Beanz Caf, Beverage Bank, and
licensed premises The Counter Caf and Vesbar. The variety
extends further on the North Shore Campus with Subway, Ben
Gusto Caf, Al Parco and Glens Caf. At Manukau Campus,
Kai-f serves a range of fresh food, coffees, drinks and snacks.

Culture and diversity

Auckland and AUT are diverse communities, and we celebrate
diversity and cultural activities across all of our campuses. We
have a range of support services for our different communities,
as well as many student-run clubs and societies.

Mori Liaison Services Te Tari Takawaenga Mori are here to

ensure that Mori students receive the tautoko they need to get
the most out of their time at AUT. We offer friendly, professional
and confidential support and provide career and course advice,
scholarship information, workshops and academic and cultural
advice. We will also keep you informed about key kaupapa Mori
social and cultural events across all campuses.
Visit www.aut.ac.nz/startingout/maori

Pasifika students
Pasifika Student Support provides cultural support for all
of AUT University's Pasifika students. We offer friendly and
helpful advice on scholarships, financial assistance, career and
course advice, workshops, learning support, and advocacy and
liaison with AUT staff and faculty. We also hold social activities
to bring students together for cultural exchange and support.
Visit www.aut.ac.nz/pasifika

International students
Moving to a different country to study is a big step and we know
that it can be difficult at times. International Student Support
is here to help all international students at AUT with their
transition into New Zealand life and university. At the beginning
of each semester there is a Noho Marae cultural exchange
weekend, where you can learn about Mori culture, Mori songs,
haka, poi, enjoy a traditional Mori feast, and make lifelong
friends. Visit www.aut.ac.nz/isss

Deaf and disabled students

Disability Student Support provides information and a range
of support services to Deaf students and students with
impairments to help them participate fully in the learning
environment. Please contact us as early in the semester as
possible to make sure we can get you the support you need.
Visit www.aut.ac.nz/disability

Chinese students
The Chinese Centre is a home away from home for all Chinese
speaking students. Our friendly staff can help you with advice
on programme selection and information on enrolment. They
can help you with understanding Western study styles, New
Zealand job search skills and AUT policies that are relevant to
you. They also provide workshops, group tutoring sessions, and
social activities along with ongoing learning support to help you
to understand the academic and cultural ways of New Zealand.
Visit www.aut.ac.nz/student_services/chinese_centre

LGBT students
AUT is a place where students can be open about and proud of
their sexual orientation. At Out@AUT we celebrate diversity,
organise party events and weekly socials.
Visit www.facebook.com/outataut

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University Life

AuSM (Auckland Student Movement) is an incorporated society

owned and run by students. AuSM promotes and maintains the
rights and welfare of students, and services include liaison and
advocacy, legal information services, food bank, activities and
events. They also run the Vesbar and the AUT student magazine
debate. Visit www.ausm.org.nz

Mori students

University admission to
AUT bachelors degrees
Admission categories
You may be granted University Entrance under one of
the following categories:

To gain admission to bachelors degrees, you must have

met the requirements for University Entrance plus any
specified admission requirements for a programme,
such as specific subjects, portfolios, interviews
and auditions.

NCEA University Entrance

For more information on all admission categories and

specific programme requirements please see the
AUTUniversity Calendar or visit www.aut.ac.nz/calendar
Please note: AUT University, like all other New Zealand
universities, is required to manage enrolments.
This is because of policies that restrict the number
of funded places available for domestic students in
tertiary education.

A
 d Eundem Statum admission (at an equivalent
level) this includes Cambridge International
Examinations (CIE)* and International Baccalaureate
Diploma Programme (IB) if taught in a New Zealand
secondary school
D iscretionary Entrance
S pecial Admission
* Domestic students who study CIE in another country may be
eligible for this admission depending on subjects covered and
levels attained with the qualification. As requirements vary
such students should seek advice from AUT University.

Common University
Entrance requirements

UNIVERSITY ADMISSION

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Standard

NCEA

CIE *

IB****

Numeracy

A minimum of 14 credits at level 1 or

higher in Mathematics or Pngarau on the
National Qualifications Framework

A minimum grade of D in IGCSE**

mathematics or any mathematics subject
at AS or A level

Any mathematics subject from IB Group 5

Literacy

A minimum of eight credits at level 2 or

higher in English or Te Reo Mori selected
from credits according to the National
Qualifications Framework schedule of
approved achievement standards and
unit standards.
Four credits must be in reading and
Fourcredits must be in writing

A minimum grade of E in an English

Language and/or English Literature
subject at AS or A level

Literature or language and literature

(SLor HL) from IB Group 1, with English as
the language

General Subjects

A minimum of 42 credits at level 3 or

higher on the National Qualifications
Framework, including:
Minimum of 14 credits at level 3 or
higher in each of two subjects from
approved subject list
A further 14 credits at level 3 or higher
taken from no more than two additional
domains on the National Qualifications
Framework or approved subjects list

A minimum of 120 points on the UCAS

Tariff*** at AS or A level from an approved
list (equiv to NCEA approved subject list)

IB Diploma with minimum 24 points

Must include at least three subjects

(excluding Thinking Skills) with grades D
or above

*Different regulations if CIE taken outside of NZ or UK. See the AUT University Calendar.
** IGCSE = International General Certificate of Secondary Education.
*** UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Services for the UK) Tariff = system which converts AS and A level grades into points.
**** New Zealand residents who have taken IB but have not been awarded the Diploma may apply for discretionary entrance.

For the most up to date entry requirements please visit www.aut.ac.nz/calendar

NCEA approved subjects

AUT language rich subject list

For a list of NCEA approved subjects for University

Entrance visit the NZQA website, www.nzqa.govt.nz

Classical Studies (Classics), Drama, English, Geography,

Health Education, History, History of Art (Art History),
Media Studies, Social Studies

Changes to UE with NCEA from 2014

School applicants will need to apply for degree level programmes in 2015 using the new 2014 University Entrance (UE)
requirements; so these are to become the new minimum entry requirements for university degree level study. For more
information please visit www.nzqa.govt.nz

Discretionary Entrance
Discretionary Entrance is available to applicants who
have attained a high level of achievement in Year 12 and
wish to undertake university study.

Admission at equivalent level

(Ad Eundem Statum)
An applicant will be considered for Ad Eundem Statum
admission if they:

International students cannot apply for

Discretionary Entrance.

H
 ave successfully gained University Entrance through
CIE or IB or an approved qualification from a New
Zealand secondary school of special character

Please note: There is a non-refundable assessment fee.

H
 ave successfully completed a recognised
foundation programme, or other recognised tertiary
qualification/study of at least 120 points at level 3 or
at least 60 points at level 4 in one course of study

Discretionary Entrance application requirements

In the year you apply, you must:
H
 ave not completed Year 13 in a New Zealand
secondary school or undertaken Year 13 but not
attempted to qualify for University Entrance
H
 ave not otherwise qualified for admission (or have
attempted to qualify for University Entrance)
B
 e a domestic student (New Zealand or Australian
citizen or permanent resident). If Australian,
applicants' most recent schooling must have been
in New Zealand
B
 e under 20 years of age on the first day of the
semester in which you begin study and meet other
requirements of the programme for which you apply.
People who missed University Entrance in Year 13
may be considered for mid-year admission in the year
following their NCEA assessment.

N
 CEA level 2 certificate endorsed with minimum of
Merit or CIE/IB equivalent
M
 inimum of 14 credits in each of four NCEA level 2 (or
higher) subjects, at least three of which must be on the
approved subject list
M
 eet UE literacy and numeracy standards, or
their equivalents.
The discretionary entrance application is a twostep process. Applicants indicate they wish to apply
through discretionary entrance on the standard
application form. If they meet the initial discretionary
entrance criteria they are sent a second form
in which they provide further information and a
school recommendation.
The recommendation will support the maturity,
motivation, capability and readiness of the applicant to
undertake degree-level study and will also verify that
the applicant was not enrolled in Year 13 beyond 1 June
in the year prior to admission. For more details, please
refer to the AUT University Calendar or visit
www.aut.ac.nz/calendar
Please note: Applicants are considered on a case-by-case basis
and must also be selected for the programme for which they
have applied. There is a non-refundable assessment fee of
$50.00

Please note: Applicants will be required to supply an official

academic transcript with their application.

Bursary
If you sat Bursary (prior to 2004) rather than NCEA
please refer to the AUT University Calendar or visit
www.aut.ac.nz/calendar

Special Admission
If you are over 20 years old you can apply through
Special Admission for degree-level study without a
University Entrance qualification if you are a New
Zealand citizen or permanent resident. You must be 20
years of age on or before the first day of the semester
in which the programme commences. Your ability
to deal with your chosen programme will be taken
into consideration.

English language
requirements
International students studying at secondary school
and applying for University Entrance must achieve
UE Literacy through New Zealand secondary school
qualifications NCEA, CIE or IB; not IELTS.
For more details, please refer to the English language
requirements in the General Academic Regulations
section of the AUT University Calendar or visit
www.aut.ac.nz/calendar

International students
Contact the international centre for information
regarding studying at AUT, if you are not a citizen or
permanent resident of New Zealand or Australia, or a
citizen of the Cook Islands, Niue or Tokelau islands.
Tel: +64 9 921 9637
Email: international.centre@aut.ac.nz

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UNIVERSITY ADMISSION

Minimum academic criteria for Discretionary Entrance

Have

qualifications from an overseas secondary
school or tertiary institution deemed by AUT
University to be sufficient for entry into an
undergraduate degree programme.

Fees
The 2013 tuition fees for domestic students are shown below
(based on full-time study/completing 120 points a year).

HOW TO PAY YOUR FEES

The 2014 tuition fees for domestic students will be advertised on

www.aut.ac.nz/fees as soon as they have been set.

ONLINE

Pay by credit or debit card or by internet

banking at http://arion.aut.ac.nz

International students should visit www.aut.ac.nz/fees for fees

and information.

POST

Pay by cheque, credit or debit card by

completing the payment slip on your
statement/tax invoice, detach and post to:

Undergraduate qualifications
Fee (per year)

Fee Payment
AUT University
Private Bag 92006
Auckland 1142

Approximately $5,567.00* (GST Inc)

Postgraduate qualifications

FAX

Pay by credit or debit card by completing the

payment slip on your statement/tax invoice
and fax to (09) 921 9985

IN PERSON

City Campus: Fee Payments, WA building

Doctor of Philosophy
Fee (per year)

Approximately $5,720.00* (GST Inc)

North Shore Campus: AUT Student Centre,

AG building

Other postgraduate programmes (except MBA and MPA)

Fee (per year)

Approximately $7,225.00* (GST Inc)

Other fees:
Compulsory student services fee, which helps AUT fund student
services, buildings and other facilities that you use: $520.00 for a
full-time student (based on 120 points a year).
Some additional fees (such as for course materials or elective
papers) may be charged for your programme of study. Please
check with your faculty/department.
Fees must be paid in full by the date specified on your feesinvoice.
For more information about fees please call AUT Student Centre
on 0800 AUT UNI (0800 288 864).

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* Part-time students pay a proportion of the fee based on the

number of academic points they are studying.

Scholarships and awards

Scholarships and awards are a great way to fund your university
study, and there is a wide range of scholarships and awards
available to AUT students at all stages of their study. AUTs
Scholarships Office provides information and practical advice on
scholarships, awards and the scholarship application process. You
can also visit www.aut.ac.nz/scholarships for a comprehensive
and current list of scholarships offered by AUT and external
funders, as well as application forms and closing dates.
For further information call (09) 921 9837 or visit
www.aut.ac.nz/scholarships

Student loans and allowances

Student loans and allowances are administered and paid by
StudyLink. Please apply early as the application process can take
some time. Your enrolment does not have to be complete before
you can apply for a student loan or student allowance.
To find out more call 0800 88 99 00 or visit
www.studylink.govt.nz

Help with planning and budgeting

Studying can be hard on your finances. Student Financial
Services help students manage their money, offering a full and
comprehensive budgeting service. They also assist students in
financial hardship through food and transport grants, and provide
assistance with student loans and allowances.
For more information visit
www.aut.ac.nz/student_services/financial

Manukau Campus: Campus Reception,

MBbuilding

STUDENT LOAN
(STUDYLINK)

StudyLink will pay your fees directly to AUT.

See your student loan documentation for
more information.

How to apply
Below is your step-by-step guide to the application process
for domestic students. International students should visit
www.aut.ac.nz/international

1. Apply early
P laces are limited. Submit your application well before the
semester starts
Semester 1 try to apply by 29 November 2013
Semester 2 try to apply by 30 May 2014
To check if your programme has a specific closing date visit
www.aut.ac.nz

2. Complete the application form

A pply online at http://arion.aut.ac.nz or fill in the application form for
domestic students
Indicate your programme(s) of choice and major (if known)
You will be automatically assessed for all your programme choices at
the same time
To find out if there is additional information or documentation you
need to supply visit www.aut.ac.nz/calendar
If completing the printed application form: check that you have
completed all sections in full, signed and dated the application form
(application form is invalid if not signed and dated) and included all
required certified documentation

3. Submit your application

We will send you an acknowledgment email/letter, which explains

how to check the status of your application on Arion
We will contact you if we need more information from you

5. We assess your application

We assess your application to ensure you have met the entry criteria
for the programme(s) you are applying for
We consider your academic history and relevant experience to
ensure you can succeed in your programme
We let you know via Arion if your application has been successful
Four possible outcomes
Offer of Place You have met all the criteria for entry to your chosen
programme and we would like to offer you a place to study at AUT
Provisional Offer of Place You have met some of the criteria for
entry to your chosen programme of study and we would like to offer
you a provisional place to study at AUT. If you do not meet the rest
of the requirements, such as gaining University Entrance, then this
offer will be rescinded
Declined You have not met the criteria for entry to your chosen
programme or all available places have been taken
Decision pending We are unable to make a decision just yet, but will
let you know when we expect to make a decision

6. You accept or decline online

http://arion.aut.ac.nz

For more information visit www.aut.ac.nz/apply

HOW TO APPLY

4. We acknowledge your application

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AUT Student Centre

Private Bag 92006, Auckland 1142
Tel: 0800 AUT UNI (0800 288 864)
Email: studentcentre@aut.ac.nz
www.aut.ac.nz

City Campus
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AUT Student Centre

0800 AUT UNI (0800 288 864)
Private Bag 92006
Auckland 1142
studentcentre@aut.ac.nz
www.aut.ac.nz
CITY CAMPUS
55 Wellesley Street East, Auckland Central
NORTH SHORE CAMPUS
90 Akoranga Drive, Northcote, Auckland
MANUKAU CAMPUS
640 Great South Road, Manukau, Auckland
AUT MILLENNIUM INSTITUTE
17 Antares Place, Mairangi Bay, Auckland

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