University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealands leading tertiary institution; the largest and most comprehensive of New Zealands universities having both Engineering and Medical and Health Science Faculties. It maintains a world class library complex and e-research facilities. It is an international university; a member of Universitas 21, the Association of Pacific Rim Universities and Worldwide Universities Network. These networks provide opportunities for staff and students to maintain strong international links. As an international University, the student population is diverse reflecting students international origins and the local population. The University is New Zealands largest provider of university education for Pacific students and is the leading provider of postgraduate education for both Maori and Pacific students. The University of Auckland is New Zealands largest research organisation with staff and postgraduate students involved in fundamental and applied research. The Universitys research centres have fostered collaborations between researchers and led to international awards and recognition for pioneering research.

The mission of The University of Auckland is to be a research-led, international university, recognised for excellence in teaching, learning, research, creative work, and administration, for the significance of its contributions to the advancement of knowledge and its commitment to serve its local, national and international communities.

Foundation year: 1883
Short name: UOA
Type: Public
Students: 30040
Faculty: 1630
Faculty/Students Ratio: 18:1
Region: Oceania
Location: Auckland