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Sport and recreation

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

Undergraduate courses

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 courses

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.

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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.

News

AUT graduates heading overseas as part of the Internz programme

Gaining skills for the workplace

14 Dec, 2018

Auckland Council are proud to sponsor the overall achievement prize for the AUT Edge Award, an extra-curricular employability award at AUT.

Meet the new Internz

28 Nov, 2018

21 AUT graduates have been hand-picked by major companies including Lululemon, Enviropod, Paramount Recording Studios and Sundance Institute to be internat

Can you help the Foodie Godmother?

02 Nov, 2018

AUTSA’s Foodie Godmother needs donations of food and personal hygiene products for students in need. Can you help?

New Professors and Associate Professors

01 Nov, 2018

AUT has announced the promotion to Professor of seven senior academics. A further 16 academics have been appointed as Associate Professors.

AUT number one for sport science in NZ

26 Oct, 2018

New rankings place AUT as New Zealand’s top university for sport science.

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Great graduatesDamian TuilomaCoach Developer, Harbour Sport
Performance Director/Business Owner, DT Fitness and PerformanceBachelor of Sport and RecreationAUT is the gold standard when it comes to studying sport and recreation, says Damian Tuiloma who now runs his own business, DT Fitness and Performance.AUT is the gold standard when it comes to studying sport and recreation, says Damian Tuiloma who decided to start a career in sport after he had finished playing rugby. After researching what university had the most to offer, he chose AUT because he wanted to learn from the leaders in the sport and recreation industry. He also appreciated that AUT is the home of AUT Millennium, a prominent sport research facility.

Great graduatesTara CoeLearning Support Advisor, Skills Active AotearoaBachelor of Sport and RecreationAs learning support advisor at Skills Active Aotearoa, AUT Bachelor of Sport and Recreation alumna Tara Coe loves helping others further their skills.She loves helping others further their skills, says sport and recreation alumna Tara Coe who now works at Skills Active Aotearoa, the industry training organisation for the recreation, sport and exercise industries. She has always been passionate about sport, says Tara who grew up in Waiuku. Moving from a farm and country high school to Auckland had its challenges, she admits but she says that AUT has a way of shaping people and helping each student in a way that suits their individual needs.

Great graduatesTheresa HillWrangler, The Ranch at Emerald Valley, Colorado Springs, USABachelor of Sport and RecreationShe loves her work, says AUT sport and recreation alumna Theresa Hill who is currently interning at The Ranch at Emerald Valley in Colorado Springs.She loves her work, says sport and recreation alumna Theresa Hill who is currently interning at The Ranch at Emerald Valley, which is part of luxury hotel The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs. She had long considered applying for this internship, says Theresa who graduated in 2017 and got the sought-after internship through the AUT Internz International Scholarship Programme.

Great graduatesHenry WattStrategic Partnerships Executive, IMG, LondonBachelor of Sport and RecreationHaving always wanted to work abroad, Bachelor of Sport and Recreation alumnus Henry Watt loved being able to intern in New York right after graduating from AUT.Sport is a multi-billion-dollar industry in New Zealand, says Bachelor of Sport and Recreation alumnus Henry Watt. Choosing where to study was easy for Henry. He decided to enrol at AUT because AUT’s School of Sport and Recreation is often talked about as the best in the country, and is closely linked to AUT Millennium. He also liked that his second and third year at AUT included workplace experience.

Great graduatesWataru HiramatsuMaster of Sport and ExerciseComing to AUT for postgraduate study was an easy decision, says Wataru Hiramatsu who dreams of working as a rugby strength and conditioning coach one day.Coming to AUT for postgraduate study was an easy decision, says Wataru Hiramatsu who dreams of working as a rugby strength and conditioning coach one day. Being able to learn from experts in his field has been one of the highlights of his studies, Wataru says. He enjoys being able to access the facilities at AUT Millennium, and learning from high-profile guest speakers.

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Contact details

School of Sport and Recreation
AF Block, Level 2, North Campus
90 Akoranga Drive, Northcote
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