Teaching
A course by
AUT
This major prepares students to teach and lead in health, physical education, and sport within schools and other educational settings, with a strong emphasis on practical learning and the role of physical activity in education.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 3 years

Develop knowledge of how physical activity, sport, and health concepts are taught and promoted within schools and education environments.

Gain practical skills to support and lead learning experiences in health and physical education, including curriculum design and educational delivery.

The Health and Physical Education major within the Bachelor of Sport, Exercise and Health at AUT is designed to shape educators who can inspire young people through impactful learning experiences in health, physical education, and sport. Students learn about sport and health in educational settings, people’s learning processes, and supporting learning in health and movement-based subjects. The major prioritizes practical, hands-on learning, and features strong work-integrated opportunities. Graduates often become teachers, sports coordinators, and wellbeing directors, especially within schools.
What you need to know first

Education
Sport and Recreation
Health Promotion
Youth Work

Health, physical education and outdoor education teacher
Sports director/co-ordinator
Teaching
A course by
AUT
This major prepares students to teach and lead in health, physical education, and sport within schools and other educational settings, with a strong emphasis on practical learning and the role of physical activity in education.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 3 years

Develop knowledge of how physical activity, sport, and health concepts are taught and promoted within schools and education environments.

Gain practical skills to support and lead learning experiences in health and physical education, including curriculum design and educational delivery.

The Health and Physical Education major within the Bachelor of Sport, Exercise and Health at AUT is designed to shape educators who can inspire young people through impactful learning experiences in health, physical education, and sport. Students learn about sport and health in educational settings, people’s learning processes, and supporting learning in health and movement-based subjects. The major prioritizes practical, hands-on learning, and features strong work-integrated opportunities. Graduates often become teachers, sports coordinators, and wellbeing directors, especially within schools.
What you need to know first

Education
Sport and Recreation
Health Promotion
Youth Work

Health, physical education and outdoor education teacher
Sports director/co-ordinator
Incorporate Māori perspectives and broader cultural understandings into physical education and wellbeing teaching.
University Entrance or equivalent
Relevant NCEA subjects recommended: Health Education, Physical Education, Biology, Science, English, Mathematics
Education consultant for sporting organisations
Sport and physical activity learning advisor
School wellbeing director
Kaiwhakahaere working with kōhanga/puna reo
Incorporate Māori perspectives and broader cultural understandings into physical education and wellbeing teaching.
University Entrance or equivalent
Relevant NCEA subjects recommended: Health Education, Physical Education, Biology, Science, English, Mathematics
Education consultant for sporting organisations
Sport and physical activity learning advisor
School wellbeing director
Kaiwhakahaere working with kōhanga/puna reo