About Tāmaki Makaurau

the Māori name for Auckland

Why should you learn English in Auckland?

2nd safest country in the world

Global Peace Index 2018

23rd best city in the world to get a university education

QS Best Student Cities 2018, Quacquarelli Symonds

200+ different ethnic communities call Auckland home

Auckland Growth Monitor 2018

3rd most liveable city in the world

Mercer Quality of Living Survey 2018

An outstanding lifestyle

Discover an excellent balance between work, study and play while you learn English in Auckland. As an international student you can work up to 20 hours per week, so earn while you study and take advantage of Auckland’s superb shopping, dining and outdoor lifestyle in your free time.

We have more than 200 different cultural groups from around the world living here, giving our city a rich cultural mix that’s reflected in our restaurants, meeting places, events, music and art.

Here are 6 reasons to learn English in Auckland

High academic standards

New Zealand's carefully designed education pathways and internationally recognised academic qualifications provide graduates with the skills to compete and succeed anywhere in the world.

Exciting career opportunities

With 1.5 million people and counting, and home to a third of the country’s population, Auckland is New Zealand’s largest city and one of our fastest growing. As New Zealand’s financial and economic powerhouse, we need skilled people to help us grow and there are opportunities in many sectors.

So many things to see and do

Where else can you go sailing, horse riding, hiking, surfing, paddle boarding or mountain biking all within an hour of the city centre? Dive into our calendar of events year round, including cultural festivals, sports events, concerts and theatre.

Friendly people

Get ready for a warm welcome. Aucklanders are super friendly and we’ll do our best to make our city feel like a home away from home.

Care for your well-being

If you come here as an international student, you’ll enjoy a high level of care. All schools and institutions are legally required to prioritise the well-being of international students.

Lots of courses to choose from

Our international students can choose from many high quality institutions offering a wide range of subjects, courses and superb career opportunities.

Auckland Activities

So many things to see and do in and around Auckland for students

Discover an amazing underwater world

Dive into one of Auckland's top attractions, SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's, and walk through our crowd-favourite oceanarium tunnels, learn all about conservation at the Turtle Rescue Centre and marvel as our King and Gentoo Penguins dive in and out of the water within their icy habitat.

Bungy Jump Auckland NZ's Only Ocean Touch

AJ Hackett Bungy New Zealand have been throwing people off things since 1988 and we are very proud of our impeccable safety record. When you climb with AJ Hackett Bungy, you climb with the most experienced Bungy company in the world.

New Zealand's Best Bus Tour Network

Kiwi Experience offers award-winning Hop-on Hop-Off bus passes and Small Group Tours that take you to the heart of New Zealand. Kiwi Experience takes care of it all leaving you to focus on the memory-making and unrivalled experiences with like-minded travellers from across the globe.

The arts & culture
of New Zealand.

Our core team is made up of mature professionals, well-known in their respective fields, all bringing a delightful mix of dedication, passion and ambition to deliver the finest arts & culture experiences.