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AUT is one of the world's best universities for sport science, ranked in the top 27 in the world by the prestigious world university rankings organisation QS and the top 50 by ARWU (Academic Ranking of World Universities). Our courses are developed through world-leading research and input from top industry partners.

Undergraduate programmes

Undergraduate study in sport and recreation will give you a solid grounding in your chosen area.

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor of Sport and Recreation

Graduate certificates and diplomas

Postgraduate programmes

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

Certificates and diplomas

A certificate or diploma will give you an introduction to your chosen subject and can prepare you for further study.

Certificate in Sport and Recreation

Short courses

A short course will develop your skills and knowledge in an area of personal or professional interest.

Academic departments

Research in sport and recreation

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

More about our research

Sport and recreation facilities

AUT is New Zealand’s leading sports university – we have excellent gyms and sport centres, offering group exercise classes and personal training services. AUT Millennium is our world-class sports training and research facility.

News

Professor Jarrod Haar, Professor Patria Hume, Professor Denise Wilson

AUT student Caitlin Farnham and Matt Walsh, CEO of the Sky Sport Breakers

AUT expertise behind Emirates Team NZ

25 Mar, 2021

AUT researchers Dr Dan Plews and Dr Adam Storey played an integral part in the New Zealand syndicate’s resounding success in retaining the America's Cup.

New Royal Society Te Apārangi Fellows

16 Mar, 2021

Three AUT academics have been elected as Fellows to the Academy of the Royal Society Te Apārangi.

Analysis of Kiwis’ physical activity

10 Feb, 2021

A series of global report cards on physical activity shows New Zealanders increased their level of physical activity by six percent between 2015 and 2019.

Breaking into the workforce

24 Nov, 2020

After having her internship delayed due to COVID-19, fourth year student Caitlin Farnham is excited to finally be working with the Sky Sport Breakers.

Students focus on sustainable food

27 Oct, 2020

Around 50 students within the School of Sport and Recreation spent Semester 1 thinking, writing and studying food and nutrition.

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FIND YOUR GREATNESS

Contact details

School of Sport and Recreation
AS Building, Level 1
AS104A, North Campus
90 Akoranga Drive, Northcote
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South Campus
640 Great South Road
Manukau, Auckland
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Great graduatesChynna LaughtonEvent Manager, Eden ParkBachelor of Sport and RecreationWhen she joined Eden Park for workplace experience in her final year at AUT, Chynna Laughton had no idea this would be the start to an exciting career.When she joined Eden Park for her workplace experience in the final year of her degree, Chynna Laughton had no idea that this would be the start to an exciting career in sport event management. Initially joining Eden Park as a marketing assistant, she quickly impressed her co-workers and was promoted to event manager within less than two years; an achievement she is very proud of.

Great graduatesShanee Kiriau Digital and Community Coordinator, International Working Group (IWG) on Women & Sport, Women in Sport AotearoaBachelor of Business
Bachelor of Sport and RecreationShe loves contributing to social change in sport, says Shanee Kiriau who is currently the digital and community coordinator for Women in Sport Aotearoa.She loves contributing to social change in sport, says sport and recreation alumni Shanee Kiriau who is now the digital and community coordinator for Women in Sport Aotearoa and is involved in the International Working Group (IWG) on Women & Sport. Shanee enjoys being involved in a variety of diverse projects, constantly looking at ways to strengthen and advocate for female leadership within the sport sector.

Great graduatesErika IkedaPostdoctoral Fellow, Medical Research Council Epidemiology Unit & Centre for Diet and Activity Research, School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United KingdomDoctor of Philosophy
Master of Health Science
Postgraduate Diploma in Health ScienceShe chose AUT because of the calibre of her supervisor, says sport and recreation alumna Erika Ikeda who came to AUT as an international student from Japan.She chose AUT because of the calibre of her supervisor, says sport and recreation alumna Erika Ikeda who came to AUT as an international student from Japan. The opportunities for multidisciplinary research and collaboration are what Erika has enjoyed most about her studies at AUT. She also appreciated having access to the Sports Performance Research Institute New Zealand (SPRINZ) and its fantastic facilities.

Great graduatesBruce AlisonHead of Health and Physical Education / Dean, Otamatea High SchoolBachelor of Sport and RecreationHis studies at AUT helped him find his calling, says AUT sport and recreation alumnus Bruce Alison who now teaches at Otamatea High School in Northland.His studies at AUT helped him find his calling, says sport and recreation alumnus Bruce Alison who now teaches at Otamatea High School in Northland. After initially thinking he wanted to become a personal trainer, the opportunity to coach intermediate students in his first year at AUT inspired him so much he decided to focus on health and physical education as a career.

Great graduatesJessica MilicichGoalkeeper, Het Ravijn Water Polo Team, The NetherlandsBachelor of Sport and RecreationWith an ambition to qualify for the Olympics, AUT sport and recreation alumna Jessica Milicich is a top athlete who has already represented New Zealand.With an ambition to qualify for the Olympics, AUT sport and recreation alumna Jessica Milicich is a top athlete who has already represented New Zealand at the Water Polo World Championships. She has recently moved to Europe to fulfil her sporting goals and help her campaign towards the Olympic qualification tournament in 2021.

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