About Auckland Academy
Excellence in education since 2020
Our History
Founded in 2020, Auckland Academy has grown from a small institution with just 80 students to become a respected teaching-focused university, serving over 1,200 students from around the world.
Our commitment to academic excellence, research innovation, and student success has earned us recognition as a growing institution in the Asia-Pacific region.
Today, we offer comprehensive programs across multiple disciplines, supported by world-class faculty and state-of-the-art facilities.
By The Numbers
From undergraduate to doctoral programs
Distinguished professors and researchers
Represented in our student body
Graduates employed within 6 months
Our Milestones
Foundation
Auckland Academy established with 80 students and 4 undergraduate programs on Symonds Street, Auckland.
First Full Year
Enrollment reaches 250 students. Postgraduate programs in Business and Environmental Science launched.
Campus Growth
Completion of the Clark Building renovation. Student numbers pass 500. First research grants awarded.
First Graduates
Inaugural graduating class of 120 students. Kowhai Hall student residence opens. Programs expand to 12.
Research & Recognition
AI Research Lab established. QS World University Rankings debut. Enrollment surpasses 900.
5th Anniversary
Celebrates five years with 1,100+ students from 18 countries. Carbon neutrality achieved across campus.
Expanding Horizons
1,200+ students, 15 programs, new Center for Sustainable Technology. QS ranking improves to top 400.
Our Faculty
Dr. Sarah Mitchell
Dean of Engineering
PhD in Mechanical Engineering, MIT
Prof. James Chen
Head of Computer Science
PhD in Computer Science, Stanford
Dr. Emily Thompson
Director of Research
PhD in Environmental Science, Oxford
Our Values & Commitments
We believe a great university must do more than teach — it must lead by example on the issues that define our time.
Sustainability
- -Carbon neutral since 2022
- -80% renewable energy on campus
- -Gold ACTS sustainability rating
- -Net-zero Scope 3 by 2035
Diversity & Inclusion
- -Students from 18+ countries
- -Rainbow Alliance & Pride events
- -Gender-neutral facilities
- -Equity Futures Scholarship Fund
Indigenous Partnership
- -Te Kawenata partnership with Ngāti Whātua
- -Bilingual foundation program
- -Māori Health Research Unit
- -Tikanga embedded in governance
Gender Equity
- -47% women in senior academic roles
- -Women in Research accelerator fund
- -Parental leave top-up scheme
- -Annual Gender Equity Report
Our Mission
To provide world-class education that empowers students to become innovative leaders, critical thinkers, and responsible global citizens.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that celebrates diversity, encourages creativity, and promotes excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement.