Teaching and Learning Awards

Awards are an institutional or national acknowledgement of a job well done.

Excellence Awards - Teaching Excellence

The University of Newcastle Teaching Excellence Awards recognise and celebrate outstanding teachers, including early career and sessional teachers and the important role they play in student learning outcomes. Find out more...


Australian Awards for University Teaching

The Australian Awards for University Teaching (AAUT) program is federally funded, recognising excellence and innovation in learning and teaching.  National applicants are determined by the University of Newcastle selection committee based on institutional recognition.

The Learning Design and Teaching Innovation team provides:

  • support and advice for staff who have been endorsed to apply for national teaching and learning awards, and
  • assistance with preparing the components of your application.

LDTI is available to guide you through the nomination process, ensuring that the procedure is clear and achievable.
Contact awards@newcastle.edu.au for further information.