Auckland Institute of Studies - AIS

A limited number of academic scholarships are available each semester for current AIS students enrolled in Level 5 diploma, Level 6 diploma, bachelor degree and graduate diploma programmes.

Scholarships are awarded on the basis of excellence of academic results over the previous two semesters, and take the form of a reduction in tuition fees for further study in the programme. Factors other than academic excellence in academic results may be taken into consideration when awarding scholarships, and achievement of the minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) does not imply automatic entitlement.

Two levels of scholarship are available:

• Academic Excellence Scholarship valued at 15% of tuition fees for the next semester, requiring a minimum GPA of 7.5
• Academic Merit Scholarship valued at 10% of tuition fees for the next semester, requiring a minimum GPA of 6.5

How to Apply

Academic Scholarship Application Forms are available from Student Services - Administration and must be submitted before the end of the first week of each semester.

Postgraduate Programmes

Excellent performance by current AIS students in postgraduate diploma and master degree programmes is recognised by the award of certificates and trophies. No application is necessary. 

Each semester, the results for postgraduate students who have achieved 10 or more, and 20 or more, modules are reviewed. A GPA is calculated on the first 10 or 20 module results, and where a GPA of 6.0 or above has been achieved, a “Certificate of Academic Excellence in Postgraduate Studies” and a trophy will be awarded. 

Students who have already received an award for their first 10 modules, who then achieve a GPA of 6.0 or above for 20 modules, will be awarded a “Certificate of Sustained Academic Excellence in Postgraduate Studies” and a trophy.

A “Recognition of Academic Achievement Ceremony” is held each semester for the award of all undergraduate/graduate scholarships and postgraduate certificates and trophies.

AIS is a unique tertiary institution with a distinctive international focus. A high standard of teaching occurs within the framework of the AIS strategic vision.

Employment at AIS offers the opportunity to work with a wide variety of cultures. Throughout the year staff and students celebrate significant events such as Chinese New Year and Diwali.

Staff have free use of both our library and sports hall/gymnasium facilities, and there are also benefits for those who wish to study at AIS.

Dormitory Accommodation

For those who wish to make AIS their home in Auckland, the AIS Dormitory, a three-level building situated at the St Helens Campus, provides accommodation for 120 residents in single, twin and multi-share rooms. The rooms are fully furnished, each with its own study area.

The dormitory office is located on Level 1, adjacent to the main entrance of the dormitory, and is open on weekdays from 8.30am to 5.00pm. Our security staff oversee the dormitory after hours and during weekends and public holidays. Level 1 accommodates both male and female students, whereas Level 2 is for female students only, and Level 3 is reserved for male students. A kitchen for the preparation of meals, and a dining room area, are available, and mini fridges for rooms can also be hired. New residents will receive a Dormitory Handbook upon arrival which contains all the information needed on residing in this facility.

New students, especially, find that dormitory accommodation helps them to settle into life in Auckland. While some students reside in the dormitory for the entire length of their study at AIS, others decide to experience homestay accommodation or move out into flats or apartments.

The feeling of contribution gained from group living is a key feature of life in a dormitory, particularly on an international campus such as AIS. There are opportunities for fun and companionship, for working, talking, relaxing and growing in a community of people of similar age and similar interests. There may be irritations and distractions too, but learning to deal with these, to understand different points of view, and to become tolerant of some aspects of human nature, is of considerable value.

Intending residents should book well in advance, as there is normally a waiting list for residency.

Homestay Accommodation

Many students are keen to experience the New Zealand lifestyle while they are studying with us, and homestay accommodation offers an excellent opportunity to do so. AIS has an extensive list of carefully selected and approved homestay families to choose from and can arrange placement for students who wish to live in a family environment. Homestay students also benefit from the opportunity to practice their English.

Homestays can be organised prior to arrival in New Zealand, although some students chose another form of accommodation when they first arrive, such as the AIS dormitory, and later decide to move into a homestay. In either instance, two weeks’ notice is required to arrange homestay accommodation.

Homestay rates cover accommodation and two meals (breakfast and dinner) per weekday, and three meals during weekends and on public holidays. A member of the homestay family is required to escort their student to and from AIS on their first day of study.

Homestay payments are paid by AIS on behalf of the student.