University of Auckland

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Public university in Auckland, New Zealand



The University of Auckland is a public research university located in Auckland, New Zealand. Established in 1883, it is the largest university in the country, with over 40,000 students enrolled across its various campuses. The university is renowned for its research output and academic excellence.

History[edit | edit source]

The University of Auckland was founded in 1883 as a constituent college of the University of New Zealand. Initially, it was housed in a disused courthouse and jail. The university became independent in 1961 when the University of New Zealand was dissolved.

Campuses[edit | edit source]

The university has several campuses spread across Auckland:

  • City Campus: The main campus located in the heart of Auckland city.
  • Grafton Campus: Home to the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences.
  • Newmarket Campus: Focused on engineering and research.
  • Epsom Campus: Specializes in education and teaching.
  • South Auckland Campus: A new addition aimed at increasing accessibility.

Faculties and Schools[edit | edit source]

The University of Auckland comprises eight faculties:

  • Faculty of Arts
  • Faculty of Business and Economics
  • Faculty of Creative Arts and Industries
  • Faculty of Education and Social Work
  • Faculty of Engineering
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences
  • Faculty of Science

Research[edit | edit source]

The University of Auckland is a leading research institution in New Zealand. It is part of the Association of Pacific Rim Universities and the Universitas 21 network. The university's research output is significant, with numerous publications and collaborations worldwide.

Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]

The university has produced many notable alumni, including:

Related pages[edit | edit source]

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Gallery[edit | edit source]

  • University of Auckland Logo

  • Clock Tower

  • University House

  • Plaque commemorating the Queen Mother

  • Recreation Centre

  • T. W. Leys

  • George Fowlds

  • Mick Brown

  • Ian Barker

  • John Graham

  • Roger France

  • Alfred Nathan House

  • Science Centre

  • Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences

  • Building 529

  • Tamaki Campus

  • International Innovation Centre

  • General Library

  • Rom Harre

  • Jane Taylor

  • Lucy Lawless

  • David Lange

  • Helen Clark

  • Jo Aleh

  • Roger C. Green

  • University of Auckland

  • University of Auckland Clock Tower

  • University House, University of Auckland - an old synagogue

  • Plaque Queen Mother UoA

  • Recreation Centre UoA

  • George Maurice O’Rorke

  • T. W. Leys

  • George Fowlds in 1927

  • University of Auckland

  • Mick Brown 2013

  • Ian Barker 2018

  • John Graham KNZM

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