The Australian Awards for University Teaching (AAUT) were established in 1997 by the Australian Government to celebrate and reward excellence in university teaching.

Since then, with an honour roll that includes many highly respected and celebrated members of the sector, the Australian Awards for University Teaching have become a valued form of recognition for university educators Australia wide.

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About the awards

The Australian Awards for University Teaching recognise the impact that educators have on the learning and teaching experiences and outcomes of university students. They celebrate and reward programs practices that support students and enhance learning and promote excellence in learning and teaching in all aspects of higher education.

Recipients, with the support of their institutions, contribute to systemic change in learning and teaching through the ongoing sharing and dissemination of knowledge. This year, there are four award types promoting and recognising excellence in learning and teaching.

Award programs

This year there are five award types promoting and recognising excellence in learning and teaching:

  • Citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning
  • Awards for Programs that Enhance Learning
  • Awards for Teaching Excellence
  • Award for Australian University Teacher of the Year
  • Career Achievement Award

For more information on awards and to download the up-to-date information packs for each of the awards categories, visit the Universities Australia website.

2023 AAUT key dates

Stage 1: Call for Expressions of Interest (EOI)

Due Monday 10 July 5PM (AEST)

Stage 2: Full submission for internal review

Due Monday 14 August 5PM (AEST)

  • Monday 14 August: Full submissions due for internal review
  • Wednesday 23 August: Internal review panel meeting
  • Monday 28 August: Panel feedback to applicants

Stage 3: Endorsement by DVC HE

Due Monday 11 September 5PM (AEST)

  • Monday 11 September: Final submissions due for endorsement by panel and DVC HE
  • Notification of outcome: February 2024

2023 AAUT information packs

For instructions on how to submit your nomination, please download the relevant information pack:

Support for award programs for VU staff

For more information regarding application support, please email [email protected]

Award mentors for 2023 applicants

The AAUTN Award Mentor Scheme draws on the skills and experience of Australian Teaching Award winners who have volunteered to act as mentors for future awards applicants.

Mentors can provide advice and support for aspiring award applicants on the development of their award applications. This may take the form of:

  • advice on the most suitable award type based on career stage and experience (Citation, Award for Teaching Excellence etc.)
  • guidance on structuring a narrative around the mentee’s teaching experience
  • advice on what teaching and education activities are worth focusing on
  • feedback on mentee’s written application.

Citation endorsement

The VU awards panel is responsible for endorsing citations for submission. No applications may be submitted outside of this process.

Awards resources for VU staff

The following resources provide a guide for developing an award application: