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The role of an engineer is ever-changing. It can range from building complex computer systems and influencing the infrastructure we use every day, to finding new ways to harness energy or even designing prosthetic limbs to help amputees.

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Research that matters

Rock falls can be the cause of dangerous and sometimes fatal accidents all over the world. Professor in Civil Engineering, Anna Giacomini has found a way to protect drivers from this hazard.

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As a global leader in engineering education, including being ranked No. 16 in the world for Automation and Control Engineering, this is the place to develop world-changing solutions.

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Inaugural Showcase debuts cutting-edge solar and hydrogen technologies

Inaugural Showcase debuts cutting-edge solar and hydrogen technologies

More than 200 industry, government officials, researchers, start-ups and university staff came together yesterday to celebrate the achievements of the Trailblazer for Recycling and Clean Energy program in its first year, namely establishing $117M in industry co-funded R&D projects focused on bringing disruptive technologies to market.

ARC Fellowships advance human rights research and ‘greener’ belt conveyor technology

ARC Fellowships advance human rights research and ‘greener’ belt conveyor technology

The University of Newcastle’s Associate Professor Amy Maguire and Professor Craig Wheeler have been awarded prestigious Australian Research Council (ARC) Mid-Career Industry Fellowships. More than $2.2m combined will fund their respective projects to support national human rights law reform; and to halve the energy used in Australia’s belt conveyer systems.

National University Teaching Awards celebrate outstanding educators at the University of Newcastle

National University Teaching Awards celebrate outstanding educators at the University of Newcastle

Five University of Newcastle academics have been honoured with the prestigious Australian Awards for University Teaching.

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Academic Excellence Scholarships Recognising Outstanding Performance

Academic Excellence Scholarships Recognising Outstanding Performance

The 2024 University of Newcastle Academic Excellence Scholarships have been awarded. These scholarships recognise the outstanding performance of domestic and international students. Click here to view the recipients!

Empowering women in STEM: HunterWiSE and Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group launch new scholarship initiative

Empowering women in STEM: HunterWiSE and Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group launch new scholarship initiative

Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group (NCIG) has proudly supported HunterWiSE since 2019. This year, NCIG will strengthen its collaboration with HunterWiSE to fund new scholarships for female students in their second or subsequent year of a degree in science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) at the University of Newcastle.

$438,000 funding to boost cleantech innovation in the Hunter

$438,000 funding to boost cleantech innovation in the Hunter

Local clean technology innovators will have more opportunity to bring their products to market with the NSW Government awarding $438,375 in funding for the University of Newcastle’s Hunter Cleantech Accelerator.

Science, Technology and Maths Expo

Science, Technology and Maths Expo

Looking for a job or placement opportunity? The Science, Technology and Maths Expo is the perfect opportunity to connect with employers and learn more about your future industry and career options.

Effective Financial Management of Research Workshop

Effective Financial Management of Research Workshop

The workshop is tailored to Research Grant Holders, Heads of School who approve financial transactions and administrative staff who process financial transactions and/or provide advice to researchers on expenditure.

Innovative Use of Ed Tech for Active Learning

Innovative Use of Ed Tech for Active Learning

Explore the educational technology available to increase student engagement through active learning.

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PD+H: Commercialising health tech and health care related products

PD+H: Commercialising health tech and health care related products

Join our new presenter Ben Wright as we look at how to commercialise healthtech and health care related innovations:

Webinar Series: Master of Environmental Management and Sustainability

Webinar Series: Master of Environmental Management and Sustainability

Explore the Master of Environmental Management and Sustainability at the University of Newcastle with our two-part webinar series. Don't miss this opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of the program and its real-world applications.

Engineering and Built Environment Expo

Engineering and Built Environment Expo

Looking for a job or placement opportunity? The Engineering and Built Environment Expo is the perfect opportunity to connect with employers and learn more about your future industry and career options.