Study sport and recreation

Study sport and recreation with us, and you’ll learn at one of the world's best universities for sport science, ranked 38th in the world by university rankings organisation QS and 49th by the Shanghai Ranking (Academic Ranking of World Universities).

You have access to world-class facilities, high-achieving academics and researchers, and workplace experience with some of the biggest names in the sport and recreation sector. Our graduates shape successful careers in many fields – they work with elite athletes, manage events, help people make healthier lifestyle choices, and set up their own businesses. Join us and this could be you.

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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.

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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.

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AUT is set to host the prestigious, annual International Society of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity Conference in Auckland next month.
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AUT partners with Auckland FC
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21 Jul, 2025
AUT has hosted a U.K. Government and British NZ Business Association event, bringing together more than 100 sports and business leaders.
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AUT students working with Auckland FC
29 May, 2025
AUT’s partnership with Auckland FC is providing invaluable opportunities for students to engage first-hand with a professional sports organisation.
AUT is set to host the prestigious, annual International Society of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity Conference in Auckland next month.
AUT hosting prestigious conference
09 May, 2025
AUT is set to host the prestigious, annual International Society of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity Conference in Auckland next month.
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AUT Professor calls for NZ health reform...
24 Mar, 2025
AUT Professor of Public Health Dr Grant Schofield has launched a petition seeking reforms of the New Zealand health system.
AUT partners with Auckland FC
AUT partners with Auckland FC
31 Jan, 2025
AUT has become an official partner of New Zealand’s newest A-League club, Auckland FC.
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AUT LIVE – Our university open day!
Saturday 30 Aug, 9am - 3pm
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African Postgraduate Research Symposium
Monday 8 Sep, 11am - 2:30pm
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Copilot Writing Lab Session: Using GenAI for highlighting research significance
Monday 8 Sep, 10am - 11:30am
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Toi o te Ora – AUT Wellbeing Research Network Launch Event
Monday 8 Sep, 2pm - 5pm
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Research Ethics Interactive
Tuesday 9 Sep, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
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90 Akoranga Drive, Northcote
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640 Great South Road
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Amy Walker
Anuj Patel
Simone Barrett
Arana Rakena
Surabhi Date
Amy Walker
Great graduatesAmy WalkerCommercial Activations Coordinator, Auckland FCBachelor of Sport and RecreationShe loves working behind the scenes with the Auckland Football Club and getting to experience what it takes to put on a successful football match, says Amy Walker.She loves working behind the scenes with the Auckland Football Club and getting to experience what it takes to put on a successful football match, says Amy Walker.
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Anuj Patel
Great graduatesAnuj PatelBlack Sticks Analyst, Hockey New ZealandBachelor of Sport and RecreationHe loved being able to work and travel with the Black Sticks as part of the workplace experience component in his degree, says coaching alumnus Anuj Patel.He loved being able to work and travel with the Black Sticks as part of the workplace experience component in his degree, says coaching alumnus Anuj Patel.
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Simone Barrett
Great graduatesSimone Barrett Game Day and Events Manager, One New Zealand WarriorsBachelor of Sport and RecreationShe loves planning and executing all game days and events for the One New Zealand Warriors, says Simone Barrett who studied a Bachelor of Sport and Recreation in Management.She loves planning and executing all game days and events for the One New Zealand Warriors, says Simone Barrett who studied a Bachelor of Sport and Recreation in Management.
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Arana Rakena
Great graduatesArana RakenaHealth, Physical Education and Te Reo Māori Teacher, Rosmini CollegeGraduate Diploma in Secondary Teaching
Bachelor of Sport and RecreationWhat he loves most about teaching is that he can contribute to the local rōpū and iwi, says Arana Rakena who now works as a teacher at Rosmini College.What he loves most about teaching is that he can contribute to the local rōpū and iwi, says Arana Rakena who now works as a teacher at Rosmini College.
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Surabhi Date
Great graduatesSurabhi DateStrength and Conditioning Programme Lead, Indian Rugby Football Union, Pune, IndiaPostgraduate Diploma in Sport and ExerciseGiving back to your nation feels good, says Surabhi Date who is currently the strength and conditioning programme lead for the Indian Rugby Football Union.Giving back to your nation feels good, says Surabhi Date who is currently the strength and conditioning programme lead for the Indian Rugby Football Union.
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