Program Reviews

Overall, studying in New Zealand at the University of Auckland is great! It has large classes, but still so many resources to succeed academically. There's tons of clubs to choose from which are so great because they vary differently from the options at my home school. Some of these clubs include Underwater club and the Canoe club. I really liked the school accomodation and stayed at Carlaw Park. Living in the city is great with so many things to do, free events, and public transport is great. I really like the clubs and staff who continually work with the International students, helping them get involved and also just giving general support.

The transition from the US was really easy, because meeting people has been easy with orientation and the various social events, especially the community ones! The AUSA Buddy Program was also really helpful for transitioning with the basics, like grocery shopping and navigating the general go to area for restaurants and other shopping. Everyone is pleasant and helpful in my accommodation at UniLodge Whitaker, and I think it’s a good deal financially living here. The online system is also really clear so that’s helpful and informational emails throughout the semester have been a great source of guidance!

Studying abroad has so far been an experience I wouldn’t trade for the world, it truely is and incredible opportunity for anyone and something I think is important for as many people to be able to experience as possible. I was able to travel around the whole country and see so much that I never thought I would see in my lifetime. Going overseas gave me a chance to become more independent and learn as a person in many different aspects. I will never forget the memories, the people, the places and all of the picture I gathered from being abroad and I hope that everyone who wants to has the chance to live their dreams

SASS has put in a lot of effort to organize events for students and I enjoyed them a lot. New Zealand is a beautiful country so there are many opportunities to travel and explore the wonderful scenery. A great university to study as well with understanding and smart lecturer always ready to go the extra mile to ensure every aspect is understood by students properly.The education system is the best I've got the chance to study in. Furthermore life at campus is awesome as there are activities everyday

I am studying at the Law School via an exchange program with the University of Virginia in the USA. Studying here has been a fantastic experience! Everyone has been kind and supportive. The school has a great energy to it and Auckland City is a vibrant diverse place. New Zealand itself has been breathtaking to visit and discover.

My study at the law school has also been a eye opening experience. Learning a different legal system and language(Yes even though most speak english the Maori language is interwoven into a lot of the culture) has been an exciting challenge.

My exchange year here in university of Auckland was fulfilling and something that I will never forget. Not only have I got to know many people from all over the world through study abroad society, other clubs and from my dorm, the studying environment could not be anything better because of the aspiring professors and interesting courses offered here. I feel like I have never got bored with the lifestyle here throughout the semester because there are a lot of beautiful places to explore and most of which are an easy access from the city as well.

This is a really interesting course and fantastic for anyone considering a career in GP or Paediatrics. The community program is great to learn about services available to support children outside of the Hospital setting, and I have met some incredibly inspiring people with this program. The faculty staff and support form the medical side is amazing, unfortunately the administration at University of Auckland is much more challenging and has room for improvement. Great vibrant city and a fascinating country to travel.

I loved studying at Auckland uni! Especially since I had already been living in nz for a year under a different visa. It’s a good thing I was used to the country already, because they have the worst international student office! No one knew what forms I needed and when, as if they had never seen an international student before. I used my DIY knowledge to help other students standing in line at the international student office also being given the run around, and I would try to help the best I could since no one at the desk was ever able to answer their questions. Wouldn’t trade my experience at Auckland uni for a second, except any moment I spent inside the international student office.

I went to NZ for my masters degree at UoA but my motives were not purely academic. I had visited the south island previously and fell in love with the raw, natural beauty of the country. When presented with the opportunity to study at a prestigious university in one of the world's most breath-taking countries I could not refuse (not to mention it was so much cheaper than pursuing a masters degree in the US). My program of study was a research masters so I was offered flexibility in when I studied and when I traveled. Throughout my year in NZ I was able to travel to Australia, Samoa, and all over NZ multiple times. On weekends when I needed a little rest from traveling I would explore the farmers markets around Auckland, visit art galleries, and hit up some local bars; Auckland is the best city for you if you're the kind of person who wants to have fun on the weekends but have a normal-paced life during the week. If the laid-back lifestyle of NZ is what you're after then the only smart option in UoA.

Coming to New Zealand I was expecting to meet a bunch of kiwis, but instead I've met people from all over the world. I have new friends from Europe, Asia, Africa, and Central and South America. As a city, I've found that Auckland isn't much different than some of the other large cities in the United States, but the mix of cultures has been much appreciated. The marine science graduate program at UoA is quite challenging in terms of the work load and students are introduced to a wide range of ecology topics. Overall, I'm happy with my decision to do graduate school here.