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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*Changes to this programme are currently subject to CUAP approval

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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 education or
  • Primary and intermediate schools

All students complete

  • EDUC550 People, Whānau and Communities of Aotearoa
  • EDUC551 Development of the Child in Aotearoa
  • EDUC554 Past and Present Perspectives of Aotearoa
  • EDUC513 Te Reo Māori and Tikanga I*
  • EDUC514 Te Reo Māori and Tikanga II

*The course EDUC513 Te Reo Māori and Tikanga I includes a one-day noho marae visit with participation required from morning through until late evening.. If you're unable to complete this component, you won't be able to pass this course and subsequently won't meet the requirements for the qualification.

Early Childhood Teaching students complete

  • ECET504 ECE Practicum I - Professional Relationships
  • ECET505 ECE Practicum II – Teacher Identity
  • EDCR521 Te Whāriki
  • EDCR522 Wellbeing / Mana Atua
  • EDCR523 Belonging / Mana Whenua

Primary Teaching students complete

  • EDPT502 Primary Practicum I - Professional Relationships
  • EDPT503 Primary Practicum II – Teacher Identity
  • EDCR501 Integrating Curriculum: English, Mathematics and Statistics
  • EDCR502 The Arts in an Innovative Learning Environment
  • EDCR503 Physical Education, Health, and Wellbeing

Year 2 and 3

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

Students wishing to have their qualification endorsed with the Pacific specialty will need to complete the following two practicum courses at a Pacific early learning service or primary/intermediate school:

Early Childhood Teaching practicum courses

  • ECET704 ECE Practicum V – Learning-Focused Culture
  • ECET706 ECE Practicum VI - Professional Learning

Primary Teaching practicum courses

  • EDPT704 Primary Practicum V – Learning Focused Culture
  • EDPT705 Primary Practicum VI - Professional Learning

Pacific speciality

If you want to specialise in working with Pacific students, you also need to complete the following courses:

  • EDUC624 Tapasā: Working with Pacific Learners
  • EDCR719 Pacific Gagana and Aganu'u
  • EDCR736 Pacific Talanoa
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
$6,418 - $7,113
  • This represents the approximate tuition fee range based on a full-time workload of 120 points in 2022. 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 2022, 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
$30,400
  • This represents the approximate tuition fee range based on a full-time workload of 120 points in 2022. 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 2022, 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

George Aitken
Nick Mailau
Justin Maclaren
Alysha Moore
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.
Nick Mailau
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.
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.
Alysha Moore
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.
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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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