The University of Auckland is New?Zealand’s largest and most prestigious university, ranked #1 in NZ and consistently placed in global top university rankings for research strength and graduate employment outcomes. It has a vibrant international community and offers world?class education across disciplines. The Earthquake Engineering programme sits within the Faculty of Engineering — a research?intensive faculty that engages closely with industry and real?world infrastructure challenges.

 

What Is It About? / Why Study It

The Master of Earthquake Engineering trains students to design, analyse and strengthen buildings and infrastructure so they perform effectively under seismic (earthquake) loads. This area is critical in regions with seismic activity, including New?Zealand, and graduates are in demand for careers in civil and structural engineering, disaster?resilience planning, and infrastructure assessment.

Reasons to study this degree:

• Prepares engineers to manage real?world earthquake risk and resilience.

• Combines structural and geotechnical engineering expertise — a unique interdisciplinary focus.

• Strong connections with industry and research, especially related to earthquake responses (e.g., Canterbury/Kaikoura).

• Enhances technical and research skills for global engineering careers.

 

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the Master of Earthquake Engineering commonly pursue roles such as:

• Structural or Earthquake Engineer

• Geotechnical Earthquake Specialist

• Infrastructure Resilience Analyst

• Consultant in engineering design, disaster risk reduction

• Researcher or PhD candidate in engineering science

 

Visa & Work Info (International Students)

International students planning full?time study in New?Zealand must:

• Apply for a New Zealand Student Visa before arrival.

• Show proof of enrolment, finances, health insurance, and English proficiency.

• Student visas generally allow part?time work while studying and full?time during breaks, subject to visa conditions.