Education

At AUT, we create 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.

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

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Easier access to teacher education
AUT increases presence in QS subject ran...
28 Mar, 2018
New global rankings show AUT now has 13 subjects ranked, with two of them featuring in the top 50 in the world.
Easier access to teacher education
Easier access to teacher education
16 Feb, 2018
By offering education programmes at the South Campus, AUT aims to make teacher education more accessible to South Aucklanders and address the teacher shortage.
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Jeanne Teisina
Leanne Mato
Cushla Shepherd
Paul Stevens
Leisha Calder
Jeanne Teisina
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.
Leanne Mato
Great graduatesLeanne MatoTeacher, Northcote Central KindergartenBachelor of EducationAUT alumna Leanne Mato discovered her passion for teaching when she helped at her kids’ nursery school. Now she teaches at Northcote Central Kindergarten.AUT education alumna Leanne Mato discovered her passion for teaching after working in sales and marketing for many years. She had helped at her children’s nursery school and found she loved it. To help her become the best teacher she could be, Leanne decided to return to university to complete a teaching degree. She now uses the skills she developed at AUT every day, Leanne says.
Cushla Shepherd
Great graduatesCushla ShepherdYear 8 Teacher / Lower Middle School Dean, Orewa CollegeMaster of Educational LeadershipMaster of Educational Leadership student Cushla Shepherd is researching how to enable teachers and leaders to adjust to changes in the curriculum and society.Cushla Shepherd’s research aims to enable teachers and leaders to adjust successfully to changes in the curriculum and society in general. She came to AUT based on a recommendation from a teacher friend, Cushla says. As a Year 8 teacher, Cushla was used to leading the class, rather than being a pupil. As a master’s student, she has been reminded of what it takes to study.
Paul Stevens
Great graduatesPaul StevensSpecialist Subject Teacher, Visual Arts (Photography and Design), Albany Senior High SchoolGraduate Diploma in Secondary TeachingWith a background in photography and art history, Paul Stevens decided to become a secondary teacher. He studied AUT's Graduate Diploma in Secondary Teaching.Being in the classroom is a thrill, says AUT teaching alumnus Paul Stevens who teaches photography and design at Albany Senior High School. With a background in photography and art history, Paul decided to become a secondary teacher to realise his passion for working in the community. The workplace experience was the highlight of Paul's studies.
Leisha Calder
Great graduatesLeisha CalderPrimary School Teacher, Hauraki Primary SchoolMaster of Teaching and LearningFor AUT Master of Teaching and Learning alumna Leisha Calder igniting passion and interest in her students is one of the most exciting aspects of teaching.If you have a passion for developing young minds and challenging yourself give teaching a go, says AUT teaching alumna Leisha Calder. One of the most exciting aspects of teaching for her is igniting passion and interest in her students. It feels great to be a part of their learning journey and help them believe in themselves, she says. Leisha would highly recommend the AUT Master of Teaching and Learning.
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