Professional learning for teaching

The Teaching Catalyst Programme is not only for academic staff who are new to teaching in a university setting—it is also recommended for seasoned academics who are new to the University. The programme covers learning and teaching practices and policies at the University of Auckland and it is required as part of the continuation process.

Enrolments for 2024 will be available soon and enrolments will be available through Career Tools.

Organisational Development (OD) offer professional development opportunities for both Academic and Professional staff. Find out how to browse the catalogue through Career Tools.

To support an application for continuation and promotion, there is an expectation that all academic staff will have their teaching formally observed at least once in the first two years at the University, and that all teachers engage in regular informal observation of colleagues and have their own teaching observed throughout their career.

Our guide for peer review of teaching describes the process and provides suggestions for having your teaching reviewed.

Organisational Development runs a number of programmes designed for current and emerging academic leaders including:

• Academic Leaders Programme
• Women in Leadership Programmes
• Academic Heads Programme
• New Academic Heads and Associate Deans

The programmes aim to inspire discussions and thought leadership amongst cohorts of academic leaders.

Higher Education Accreditation Fellowships offer academics the chance to improve teaching skills, gain recognition for teaching excellence, network with peers, and enhance career prospects. Staff are encouraged to apply for HEA fellowships to showcase their achievements and commitment to delivering high-quality education.

To support an application for continuation and promotion, there is an expectation that all academic staff will have their teaching formally observed at least once in the first two years at the University, and that all teachers engage in regular informal observation of colleagues and have their own teaching observed throughout their career.

Our guide for peer review of teaching describes the process and provides suggestions for having your teaching reviewed.

This training resource helps Graduate Teaching Assistants (GTAs), Teaching Assistants (TAs), Tutors, and anyone with a teaching support role, get up to speed with what it means to be an effective tutor.

Teaching Assistants, who are new to the role of lab demonstrator, will benefit from hearing about the experience of others. Teaching in Labs presents tips, anecdotes and viewpoints for running a successful lab session. We also draw your attention to the Hot Tips for Lab Teaching booklet.

A range of development opportunities is offered by Organisational Development (OD), for both professional and academic staff, at all levels of their career.

The Research Hub connects staff with learning opportunities, policy and procedures, and support services to help you with your research endeavours.

Check out what development opportunities are available by launching the Researcher Development Opportunities Calendar.

Thinking about supervising research candidates?

The Supervisor Accreditation page will provide you with the information you need to get started, including Doctoral Supervision Policy and Procedures.

Visit and bookmark the Supervision Hub for key resources, accreditation information, development opportunities, guides, checklists and more.

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Programme directors and major/specialisation leaders help to improve the performance and quality of our academic programmes. Learn more about these roles and the available support.

FMHS staff interested in learning about health sciences e-learning might consider enrolling in CLINED 717: Advanced E-Learning in Clinical Education. This wholly online 15-point course is offered in Semester Two each year. The course can be taken as a stand-alone Certificate of Proficiency and you could be eligible for a tuition fee waiver.

A course on providing safe, inclusive and equitable learning spaces for LGBTQIA, Takatāpui and MVPFAFF+ students and preparing all students to live and work in diverse communities.

This self-paced, online Canvas course takes you through topics such as tangata whenua and tangata moana identities, key concepts and terms, intersectionality, pronouns, curricular inclusion and more. The course has been developed by Ranga Auaha Ako, Learning and Teaching Design Team with the support of an advisory group of University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau students and staff.