AUT has always been a place where students can walk in feeling welcomed and become part of a culture that strives for success. AUT has a great track record of preparing students for their future, and the opportunities given to students are evident in the success of past students.

AUT is more than just a university; it’s a village, a community that embraces you with open arms. Here you don’t just study – you belong. You’ll find a community that not only cares about your academic success but also your personal wellbeing.

AUT taught me how to network really well and this skill has been crucial for building relationships with other health professionals. Podiatry is usually a small cohort of students, so my classmates and I were always close. The lecturers were also easy to approach.

AUT isn't afraid to challenge the conventional methods of education. What makes AUT special is that it doesn't just give you answers – it encourages you to ask questions, think critically and bring your own identity into your work.

AUT’s reputation for being practical is being valued by Kiwi employers. I can still remember the lecturers using real-world examples to illustrate why materials behave differently under tension and can memorise writing the PID control loops to fly a drone.