Bachelor of Education ([Specialty] Teaching)

Prepare yourself for a career in early childhood or primary/intermediate education, and learn from staff who are passionate about teaching.

Teachers play an essential role in motivating, inspiring and educating the people who will go on to shape the future of our society. AUT's education programmes include 24 weeks of teaching placements, so you can get first-hand experience in the workplace and graduate with confidence in your skills.

You can apply for TeachNZ scholarships to support your studies.

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Minimum entry requirements

*You can't use Discretionary Entrance to gain admission to this programme.

International student entry requirements

Teaching Council requirements

You also need to successfully complete the compliance checks below before you can start your studies:

After you've applied to study at AUT, we will send you a link to explain these Teaching Council requirements you need to meet.

This process can take approximately 6 weeks as some of the compliance checks take time.

*A safety check will be completed to ensure you meet all the requirements as set out in section 31 of the Vulnerable Children Act 2014
** Evidence of English language competency required prior to start of first semester (If you do not meet the criteria set, please contact the School of Education as there may be other options available).

Preferred New Zealand school subjects

Language rich subjects from AUT’s subject list, art and design subjects, languages, mathematics subjects, Dance, Digital Technologies, Drama, Health Education, Physical Education.

Each semester students complete a teaching placement, as well as the courses below.

Year 1

In your first year you choose to study teaching for either:

  • Early childhood centres or
  • Primary and intermediate schools

All students complete

Early Childhood teaching students complete

Primary teaching students complete

For courses in Year 2 and 3 refer to the page for the Bachelor of Education specialty you're interested in.

At the start of Year 3 you can choose to continue with mainstream teaching or specialise in Pacific teaching.

The course EDUC552 Introduction to Te Reo Maori requires one overnight stay on a marae. If you are unable to complete this component, you won't be able to pass this course and subsequently won't meet the requirements for the qualification.

Quick facts
Programme code:
AK3594
Level:
7
Points:
360
Duration:
3 years full-time / part-time available
Campus:
North Campus
South Campus
Starts:
28 Feb 2022
Fees:
Domestic
$6,311 - $6,994
  • This represents the approximate tuition fee range based on a full-time workload of 120 points in 2021. The exact fees will depend on courses selected and may exceed this range.
  • Fees are subject to change year to year. If you are planning for beyond 2021, fees may vary from those stated.
  • There may also be other fees and charges you need to pay. Learn more about fees to study at AUT
  • Check if you're eligible for fees-free study
International
$30,092
  • This represents the approximate tuition fee range based on a full-time workload of 120 points in 2021. The exact fees will depend on courses selected and may exceed this range.
  • Fees are subject to change year to year. If you are planning for beyond 2021, fees may vary from those stated.
  • There may also be other fees and charges you need to pay. Learn more about fees to study at AUT
  • International students' tuition fees reflect the full cost of tuition. Domestic students' tuition fees are less due to a proportion of the tuition fees being funded by the New Zealand Government.

Scholarships at AUT

Alysha Moore
George Aitken
Justin Maclaren
Nick Mailau
Alysha Moore
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.
George Aitken
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.
Justin Maclaren
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.
Nick Mailau
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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The information on this page was correct at time of publication. For a comprehensive overview of AUT qualifications, please refer to the Academic Calendar.

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