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AUT graduates are responsive early childhood, primary and secondary school teachers who are prepared for the challenges of future-focused education.

You’ll not only learn academic knowledge related to your programme, but also gain practical teaching experience in an early childhood centre or primary school where you’ll experience the classroom and the role of the teacher for yourself.

Undergraduate programmes

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

Teacher education courses

Other education courses

Postgraduate programmes

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

Teacher education course

Master of Teaching and Learning (Primary)

Other education courses

Certificates and diplomas

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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News

Early childhood education teacher teaching five young children at a low desk.

The bumpy road ahead for ECE teachers

04 Jun, 2020

For early childhood teachers the $151m ‘pay bump’ is a long time coming – and it’s not the only bump they need, writes Associate Professor Andrew Gibbons.

Early Learning Action Plan

13 Dec, 2019

Our nation discourages a career in early childhood education by its social and structural discriminations in status and pay, writes Dr Andrew Gibbons.

AUT gets 5 QS stars in all categories

13 Nov, 2019

AUT has received the maximum five stars for the first time in every category according to the global education analysts QS in their recent results.

New Professors and Associate Professors

07 Nov, 2019

AUT has announced the promotion of 12 leading academics to the position of Professor. A further 15 academics have been appointed as Associate Professors.

AUT moves up 50 places in world rankings

12 Sep, 2019

AUT is now in the top 1% of world universities and in the top 50 for research citations.

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Events

AUT LIVE: the most open day

Saturday 29 Aug, 7:30am - 3:30pm

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Great graduatesAlysha MoorePrimary Teacher, Grey Lynn SchoolBachelor of EducationHer own experiences of primary school inspired AUT education alumna Alysha Moore to become a primary teacher herself and make an impact on the next generation.Her own experiences of primary school inspired AUT education alumna Alysha Moore to become a primary teacher herself and make an impact on the next generation. Her studies at AUT helped her become the teacher she is today, the education alumna says. After graduating in 2018, Alysha has now fulfilled her dream to become a primary school teacher, and is teaching Year 3 and 4 students at Grey Lynn School.

Great graduatesJustin MaclarenBachelor of EducationAbout to graduate with a Bachelor of Education, Justin Maclaren came to teaching after a successful music career; a passion he hopes to share with his students.About to graduate with a Bachelor of Education this August, Justin Maclaren came to teaching after a successful career in music and entertainment; a passion he hopes to share with his students. After struggling in his own early education, Justin initially had some doubts if he would succeed at university. However, he needn’t have worried. He would highly recommend the degree to others considering a career in teaching, Justin says.

Great graduatesJeanne TeisinaManager, Akoteu Kato Kakala Early Childhood Education CentreMaster of Education
Master of Educational Leadership
Doctor of EducationEnrolling in the Doctor of Education felt like the natural next step, says Jeanne Teisina who is passionate about Tongan early childhood education in NZ.Enrolling in the Doctor of Education felt like the natural next step, says Jeanne Teisina who is passionate about Tongan early childhood education in New Zealand. For her doctoral research, Jeanne is drawing on her experience as a manager of a Tongan language nest. She loves that AUT has created a space to share her voice through her research, and she feels a strong of sense of belonging at AUT.

Great graduatesNgaariki MuruYear 5 and 6 Teacher, Point Chevalier SchoolBachelor of EducationThe life of a teacher is about much more than teaching, says Ngaariki Muru who completed a Bachelor of Education and now teaches at Point Chevalier School.The life of a teacher is about much more than teaching, says Ngaariki Muru who completed a Bachelor of Education and now teaches at Point Chevalier School. Ngaariki was first introduced to AUT’s teacher education programme by a friend. He considers the teaching placements throughout his studies a highlight of his degree.

Great graduatesNick MailauBachelor of EducationHe realised that he loved working with young people when he started coaching basketball in Year 13, says Nick Mailau who is completing a Bachelor of Education.He first realised that he loved working with young people when he started coaching basketball in Year 13, says Nick Mailau who is graduating with a Bachelor of Education this August. The Bachelor of Education has equipped him with the tools to become a teacher in Aotearoa, Nick says. As a proud Tongan, Nick also appreciated being able to specialise in Pasifika education as part of his degree.

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