Study education

Whether you want to study to become a teacher or would like to create change in the wider education system, AUT offers a wide range of education and teacher education degrees. Our graduates work in all areas of education - including early childhood, primary and secondary school teaching - and are well prepared for the challenges of future-focused education.

Our widely regarded education programmes focus on academic knowledge and provide you with invaluable practical experience in teaching and education, through work placements in schools or education-related organisations.

Undergraduate study in education will give you a solid grounding in your chosen area.

Teacher education courses

*To specialise in working with Pacific children, apply for either the Early Childhood or Primary specialty. You can include Pacific-related courses and practicum placements as part of your degree.

Other education courses

Postgraduate study in education will build on your knowledge and expertise in your area of interest.

Teacher education course

Other education courses

Online study options for educational leadership - offered by AUT Online

A certificate or diploma will give you an introduction to your chosen subject and can prepare you for further study.

Research in education

We believe in high-quality research that has impact, and have world-class researchers and research strengths across education.

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Great graduatesMaliha TazmeenEarly Childhood Education Teacher, Alten Road Early Childhood CentreMaster of Teaching and LearningShe has always been passionate about positively impacting future generations, says Maliha Tazmeen who came to AUT as an international student from India.She has always been passionate about positively impacting future generations, says Maliha Tazmeen who came to AUT as an international student from India.
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Yang Song
Great graduatesYang SongEducator, Learning Steps Childcare CentreMaster of Teaching and LearningHe loves building connections with children and their family members, says Yang Song who completed a Master of Teaching and Learning (Early Childhood).He loves building connections with children and their family members, says Yang Song who completed a Master of Teaching and Learning (Early Childhood).
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Marie Loraine Esekielu
Great graduatesMarie Loraine EsekieluScience Teacher, McAuley High SchoolGraduate Diploma in Secondary Teaching
Bachelor of ScienceShe had always wanted to gain a uni qualification to repay her parents for their hard work, says Marie Loraine Esekielu who came to AUT as an adult student.She had always wanted to gain a uni qualification to repay her parents for their hard work, says Marie Loraine Esekielu who came to AUT as an adult student.
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Charity Wanjiku Alogwu
Great graduatesCharity Wanjiku Alogwu Teacher, Epsom Normal Primary SchoolMaster of Teaching and LearningFrom the very first day, AUT staff made her feel welcome and at home, says Charity Wanjiku Alogwu who came to AUT as an international student from Kenya.From the very first day, AUT staff made her feel welcome and at home, says Charity Wanjiku Alogwu who came to AUT as an international student from Kenya.
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Arana Rakena
Great graduatesArana RakenaHealth, Physical Education and Te Reo Māori Teacher, Rosmini CollegeGraduate Diploma in Secondary Teaching
Bachelor of Sport and RecreationWhat he loves most about teaching is that he can contribute to the local rōpū and iwi, says Arana Rakena who now works as a teacher at Rosmini College.What he loves most about teaching is that he can contribute to the local rōpū and iwi, says Arana Rakena who now works as a teacher at Rosmini College.
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