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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

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Other education courses

Postgraduate programmes

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

Teacher education course

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

Meet the 2021 X Challenge Finalists

10 Sep, 2021

Read about the eight finalists who will be battling to win $20,000 of cash and prizes in AUT's entrepreneurship competition.

Semester 2 - teaching online

09 Sep, 2021

Given the uncertainty of alert levels under the Delta variant, AUT has decided that all teaching will remain online for Semester 2.

AUT climbs up the global rankings

02 Sep, 2021

AUT continues to climb up the global university rankings joining the University of Otago in second place in NZ and the top 250 universities in the world.

Five questions: Professor Andrew Gibbons

09 Jul, 2021

We asked Professor Andrew Gibbons five questions about his research ahead of his Inaugural Professorial Address.

New Professors and Associate Professors

30 Nov, 2020

Nine academics have been appointed to the position of Professor, effective from 1 January 2021. 19 academics have been appointed as Associate Professors.

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Phone 0800 AUT AUT (0800 288 288)

School of Education
AR101, North Campus
90 Akoranga Drive
Northcote, Auckland
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South Campus
640 Great South Road
Manukau, Auckland
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Great graduatesNick MailauPrimary School Teacher, Kauri Flats SchoolBachelor of EducationHe first realised that he loved working with young people when he started coaching basketball in Year 13, says AUT teacher education alumnus Nick Mailau.He first realised that he loved working with young people when he started coaching basketball in Year 13, says AUT teacher education alumnus Nick Mailau. Since graduating from AUT in 2020, he now enjoys applying his skills as a teacher at Kauri Flats School.

Great graduatesAlysha MoorePrimary Teacher, Willow Park 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 5 students at Willow Park 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 graduatesGeorge AitkenYear 8 Teacher, Devon Intermediate School, New PlymouthBachelor of EducationWhat he enjoys most about his job is watching his students have lightbulb moments, says George Aitken who works at Devon Intermediate School in New Plymouth.What he enjoys most about his job is watching his students have lightbulb moments, says education alumnus George Aitken who now works at Devon Intermediate School in New Plymouth. Being able to spend more time practising his skills in a school environment was what initially attracted him to AUT, George says.

Great graduatesKelly WattsMaster of Teaching and LearningShe appreciates that her studies focus on the future of the education system, says Kelly Watts who is currently completing a Master of Teaching and Learning.She appreciates that her studies focus on the future of the education system, says Kelly Watts who is currently completing a Master of Teaching and Learning, supported by a Teach New Zealand Kupe Scholarship. The noho marae experience at the start of the degree was one of the highlights of the year, Kelly says.

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