Overview

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad, formerly known as AustraLearn, offers semester and year abroad programs at the University of Auckland. Studying for a semester or a year at the University of Auckland is an academic and cultural experience you will never forget. The University of Auckland is ranked 61st in the world, the highest of all New Zealand’s universities (Times Higher Education, October 2009,). It is also New Zealand’s leading research university. The University of Auckland will give you the edge you need to be a successful, globally-confident citizen.

Enroll at The University of Auckland today and experience the very best in learning and research, academic lecturers, international student support, and social life. The University of Auckland is a member of Universitas 21 and the Association of Pacific Rim Universities, prestigious international consortiums of research-led universities. With over 40,000 students including more than 4,700 international students from over 93 countries, you too can be part of The University of Auckland's truly global community.

Location

About Auckland

Convenient Central Campus Location
The University of Auckland has five campuses in and around Auckland. The majority of programs are offered at the main City Campus, putting you just five minutes from Auckland’s bustling central business district (CBD).

New Zealand
New Zealand is a modern, English speaking country with a rich cultural heritage. Despite a relatively small population of around 4.3 million, New Zealand has become world renowned in many areas including scientific discovery, sporting achievements, and dynamic political and economic reform.

New Zealanders are very proud of their diverse heritage, strongly influenced by the indigenous Maori culture, the past British colony, and its more recent migrants, mainly from the Pacific Islands and Asia. New Zealand people are well-travelled and outward looking with a reputation for being warm, welcoming, and friendly to visitors. Auckland is the perfect gateway to rest of New Zealand. Many exciting and interesting places are just a day trip away.

Auckland - A top 5 city

• Auckland, ranked 4th out of 215 world cities for quality of life*, is a vibrant, cosmopolitan center.
• New Zealand’s largest city with a population of around 1.4 million, and the country’s economic hub.
• Auckland’s unique geographic position means that you can live in a large city but still be within half an hour of stunning beaches, mountain bike tracks, nature walks and subtropical islands.
• The city has great cafés, restaurants and bars, excellent theatres, galleries and museums, terrific shopping, and colorful Polynesian and Asian cultural influences.
• If you are into sports, Auckland hosts many national and international sporting events including the 2011 Rugby World Cup. 

 * Mercer Human Resource Consulting, 2009

Around the University

The University of Auckland’s main campus is located in the heart of the city, right across leafy Albert Park from the central business district. Students are a short walk from numerous restaurants, bars and great shopping. The University is also a short walk from the Viaduct Harbor and Auckland waterfront where ferries leave for other parts of the city and the stunning islands of the Waitemata Harbor. The neighboring Auckland Domain is one of Auckland’s most beautiful parks, home to the impressive Auckland Museum. Other attractions such as the Auckland Art Gallery and the Skytower are also close by. The University is also very near to Auckland’s central transport hub and is well served by buses, trains and ferries.
 

Academic Highlights

Around the world, The University of Auckland has earned a great reputation for academic and research excellence within a supportive learning environment. By choosing The University of Auckland, you will give yourself a foundation that will set you apart for the rest of your life. As the only New Zealand University to be ranked among the top 100 universities in the world, we can give you the edge you need to be a successful, globally confident citizen.


In 2009, the Times Higher Education World University Rankings placed us at:

• 61st place amongst the world's universities
• 37th place in Social Sciences
• 42ndplace in Arts and Humanities
• 40th place in Life Sciences and Biomedicine
• 55th place in Engineering and IT (Technology)

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The University of Auckland offers study abroad programs in eight schools and faculties:

• Arts
• Business School
• Creative Arts & Industries
• Education
• Engineering
• Law
• Medical & Health Sciences
• Science
   

University Services

Extensive Student Support Network

Being away from home is enough of a challenge in itself. That’s why the University has facilities and an extensive range of support on offer to international students, whatever your background or needs. Our team of International Student Support staff is available to help you with anything you need including study advice, immigration, health, money, accommodation, and personal support. There is also a 24-hour, 7-days-a-week emergency number available if you urgently need help or to talk to someone.

Information Commons: a University Library service

You will discover every opportunity to develop your IT, information literacy, English language and learning skills here. Whichever campus you are based at, you will be spoilt for choice with access to multi-purpose computers, printers, scanners, photocopiers, and wireless networking technology.

Student Learning Center

Library

Housing

As a GlobaLinks Learning Abroad student you are guaranteed pre-arranged accommodation to fit your lifestyle. There are a variety of housing options available which you will apply for after acceptance. Read below for more specific options offered at this university:

Living in a University of Auckland-managed residence is more than just having a room and a place to eat and sleep.

The residences offer you a great lifestyle and also academic and pastoral support. One of our priorities is that you feel at home during your stay with us. Excellent study and living facilities, an active social program and the chance to build lifelong friendships with people from across New Zealand and all over the world contribute to an ideal learning and living environment for you.

There are a variety of accommodation options available, from catered halls of residence, self-catered apartments to shared flats. International students are eligible to live in all of these residences and the fees are the same for all students.
 

Orientation

In addition to the GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Bridging Cultures Program which is included in your program fees, Auckland International, the University’s international office, arranges an extensive orientation program for new international students. International Orientation is an entertaining way to find out all you need to know about studying at The University of Auckland, living in Auckland and enjoying your New Zealand experience. Plus you could win fantastic prizes! Last semester, students won bungy jumps, NZ backpacker bus passes, sailing adventures and much more.

By attending the information sessions you'll learn about ID cards, accommodation, flatting and other aspects of student life. You can also find out about the support services that are available to help you reach your academic potential. The social activities and day excursions connected with International Orientation are fantastic fun.

 

Special Programs/Excursions

• Auckland museum and Maori cultural performance
• Harbor cruise and Rangitoto island
• Bay of Islands
• Rotorua with Maori cultural activities
• Coromandel
• Bungy jumping
• Ski/snowboarding trip
• Sporting events

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Extracurricular Activities

International Student Activities
Auckland international provides a comprehensive Orientation Week to help you settle in to the University, followed by an exciting program of activities and festivals run throughout the year to help you make friends and meet local people. In addition, workshops and information sessions are regularly held in iSPACE (our International student lounge) to help you adjust to life at The University of Auckland and in New Zealand.

Clubs and Sports
On campus there are around 120 clubs and societies, ranging from cultural associations from all over the world, to clubs for tramping, canoeing, photography, film, and yoga. If fitness and sport is more your thing, the Recreation Center has a great range of facilities and services, including a sports hall, gym, climbing wall, and aerobics. Meet and compete against your fellow students in one of the center’s social sports clubs including football, rugby, basketball, netball, and badminton.

Community Involvement

While abroad, we recommend getting involved in your local community. It's an awesome way to meet locals, experience the true New Zealand culture, and create long lasting memories. From volunteering to festival-going, we challenge you to make the most of your international experience... See a sample of community involvement opportunities available in Auckland or discover your own upon arrival!

You'll get a taste of how enriching community involvement can be during your first few days in New Zealand on the GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Bridging Cultures Program. The program includes one day of pre-arranged volunteering with the local community. You'll interact directly with locals while giving back to and sharing your own culture with the community that first welcomes you to New Zealand. Plus, you can continue your volunteer efforts later in the semester by signing up for the GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Conservation Volunteer Weekend.

Enhance Your Experience

Global Identity Course

While studying at The University of Auckland, you can maximize your study abroad experience by enrolling in the Global Identity course (EdPA 3103 Connecting Your International Experience to Your Future). The course will help you articulate the value of your experience to future employers, demonstrate your intercultural development and skills, and understand intercultural interactions.

This one-credit, online course is offered by the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities exclusively for students studying with GlobaLinks Learning Abroad. LEARN MORE>

Global Citizens Development Modules

The Global Citizen Development modules are online learning components designed to help you explore your study abroad destination and experience at a whole new level. These modules are not mandatory, however we strongly encourage your participation as they will introduce you to the opportunities and challenges you may encounter when participating in a study abroad program, as well as expose you to cultural insights and knowledge about your host country to help make your program abroad even more successful and fulfilling. Through the 3 modules, you will refine your skills in cross-cultural observation, adaptation, and communication.  

Course Catalog

To determine if the classes you need are available at this university, select Courses/Subjects to view the specific course options.

Tips: For advice on navigating the university’s course catalog, use the Selecting Courses link. You may also view the suggested grade and credit transfer information through the Grade Conversion.

If you have any questions about course availability, please contact studyabroad@globalinksabroad.org.  

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Fees

Fee Includes

Program Fees: As a GlobaLinks Learning Abroad study abroad participant, you will be required to enroll as a full-time student; typically this is 3-4 classes, which is equivalent to 12-16 U.S. semester credit hours. Your program fees are in U.S. dollars and include the host university semester tuition for 4 subjects, university administrative fees, overseas health insurance, the Basic ISIC card, our renowned Bridging Cultures Program on-site orientation and the GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Personalized Support and Service.

With GlobaLinks Learning Abroad you will receive Personalized Support and Service through our four point philosophy to manage your program:

1.) Personal Program Selection & Planning: Personal service & advising, academic planning and credit transfer assistance, program location, housing advice, financial assistance.

2.) Pre and Post Orientation and Preparation: Our MyLearn on-line enrollment information and process, comprehensive program information and departure webinar, immigration visa support and advice, airline ticket and group flight assistance, global citizen development modules.

3.) Cultural Integration: On-site Bridging Cultures Program, on-site resident director services and advising, academic support, guaranteed housing and placement, volunteer and community involvement opportunities.

4.) Reflection and Application of the Experience: Beyond Study Abroad Program, The EnCompass Alumni Program, program evaluation opportunity, resume building and review, alumni handbook and transcript services. 

Housing Fees: The Housing Fees are approximates and are in addition to the Program Fees. GlobaLinks Learning Abroad offers you “Housing to Fit Your Lifestyle” and you are guaranteed a placement in a wide variety of quality housing options to accommodate your academic, personal and budgetary needs during your experience abroad. The housing fees listed indicate an approximate cost for the options available on that program which may represent apartments/flats, houses and/or dormitories/residential halls, living within the local community or on-campus with locals and other international students. Private single rooms are standard (although double rooms are available) and are fully furnished, including comfort amenities with access to internet and telephone. Students who choose to arrange their own accommodation upon arrival will be charged the Program Fee only, as they will be responsible for making payment directly to the housing provider once accommodation has been arranged.

Additional Subject & Gym Membership Fees: Additional charges may apply for science, media, fine arts, or journalism subjects at some universities and students who undertake subjects where the university requires additional fees will be billed directly by the home university upon final enrolment. Gym and student union memberships are optional to students. If you wish to join, you may do so on arrival by contacting the international office at your host university.

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Programs in Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji Coordinator

Name: Christie J. Cutler Title: Senior Coordinator, Outreach and Student Services Department: BIO: Christie manages study abroad admissions and participant pre-trip services for students attending Universities in Australia and New Zealand including Australian National University, AUT University, Griffith University, Lincoln University, Massey University, University of Auckland, University of Canberra, University of Canterbury, University of Waikato and University of Wollongong . Christie graduated with a B.A. in Spanish from Rollins College in 2005. Her study abroad experience in Asturias, Spain sparked her interest in international education. Since college, Christie has run community service programs in Costa Rica and Peru, taught English in Spain, and worked with study abroad and exchange students at Middlebury College in Vermont. Christie holds a Masters in Intercultural Relations, with a focus on International Education, from Lesley University. In addition to her work and study experiences, Christie has also traveled to Argentina, Brazil, the Caribbean, the Dominican Republic, England, Italy, Mexico, New Zealand, Scotland and Uruguay. Advice From The Coordinator: Auckland, known as the "City of Sails", is one of the most exciting waterside cities. To really appreciate it, you have to get out on the water and sail on the harbor or ferry out to one of the nearby islands.