Auckland University of Technology - Foundation Studies (UP Education Group)

PROFILE AUCKLAND UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY - FOUNDATION STUDIES (UP EDUCATION GROUP)

locationNew Zealand

Established in 2001

Year of Establishment

Auckland University of Technology Foundation Studies delivered by UP Education Group in New Zealand is a university preparation pathway designed for international students, offering academic and English language foundations aligned with AUT degree entry requirements, with benefits including structured academic support, small class learning, and direct progression opportunities to AUT undergraduate programmes.

ACHIEVEMENTS

The programme is recognized for providing structured university pathway education for international students through curriculum alignment with AUT degree requirements and quality assurance under New Zealand education regulations.

  1. Delivers AUT aligned foundation programmes for international students.
  2. Operated by an established tertiary education provider in New Zealand.
  3. Supports progression to undergraduate study at Auckland University of Technology.

FACILITIES

The programme provides modern learning environments designed for pathway education, including academic classrooms, student support services, and access to campus learning resources. Facilities support both academic preparation and student wellbeing. Students study within an urban university setting.

  1. Lecture rooms, City Campus
  2. Computer labs, City Campus
  3. Library access, City Campus
  4. Student support services, City Campus

LOCATION

AUT City Campus

55 Wellesley Street East, Auckland, New Zealand

INTAKE & PROGRAMMED OFFERED

Intake

PRE UNIVERSITY

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 6.0

UNDERGRADUATE

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: NA

POST GRADUATE

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: NA

Programmes

List of all foundation programmes

  1. Foundation Studies in Business
  2. Foundation Studies in Engineering and Computer Science
  3. Foundation Studies in Health Sciences
  4. Foundation Studies in Art and Design
  5. Foundation Studies in Social Sciences

TUITION FEE & LIVING COST

TUITION FEE

APPLICATION FEE

NA

PRE UNIVERSITY

UNDER GRADUATE

POSTGRADUATE

NZD 26,000 to NZD 30,000 per year

NA

NA

Living Cost

Approximately NZD 1,800 to NZD 2,500 per month including accommodation.

ACCOMODATION

on-campus
University Managed Student Residences

These residences are located near the AUT City Campus and are designed for tertiary students. They provide a secure living environment with access to academic facilities.

  1. Furnished rooms
  2. Shared or studio options
  3. Utilities often included
  4. Estimated price range NZD 280 to NZD 450 per week
off-campus
Private Student Apartments

Private apartments are available around Auckland CBD and nearby suburbs with good public transport access. They offer flexibility for students preferring independent living.

  1. Single or shared rooms
  2. Private rental arrangements
  3. Access to city amenities
  4. Estimated price range NZD 220 to NZD 400 per week