Engineering, Science and Environment
The college of Engineering, Science and Environment brings together expertise in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) to deliver life ready graduates and transformative solutions to our region and the world.
We dream big.
Through excellence and innovation in education and research, the College of Engineering, Science and Environment is committed to changing our world for the better. We focus on the development of innovative, resourceful and creative graduates - future leaders in industry, the profession and the community.
About our College
Spread across the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), we are global leaders uncovering new knowledge, creating revolutionary technology, and delivering innovative teaching.
Our Schools
School of Architecture and Built Environment
School of Engineering
School of Environmental and Life Sciences
School of Information and Physical Sciences
School of Psychological Sciences
Research stories
Reducing methane emissions in mining
Driven by a desire to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, Professor Behdad Moghtaderi is transforming the mining sector – and helping improve our quality of life at the same time.
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Driving innovation in the minerals sector
University of Newcastle researchers have improved conventional soft soil testing to better support new infrastructure projects, reduce project delays, and save taxpayer money.
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Digging for soft soil infrastructure solutions
University of Newcastle researchers have improved conventional soft soil testing to better support new infrastructure projects, reduce project delays, and save taxpayer money.
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Education
We offer a world-class learning experience that sees our graduates equipped to pursue a fulfilling career in a broad range of fields, and effect meaningful change in the world.
International Engagement
Our strong global footprint is moulded by our people, partnerships and research outcomes, which extend beyond our region and across the world.
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Career-ready placements
We engage with industry to help build stronger communities, bring the world closer to a sustainable future, and broaden real-world opportunities for our students.
Hydro Harvester scales up to quench market thirst
The University of Newcastle has officially unveiled technology capable of harvesting up to 1000 litres of drinkable water per day – from air.
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Accelerating Startups with the Trailblazer for Recycling and Clean Energy Program
Housed at the University’s Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources (NIER), the Trailblazer for Recycling and Clean Energy (TRaCE) program is moving innovative technologies out of the lab and into global manufacturing.
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Scientists unlock key to breeding ‘carbon gobbling’ plants with a major appetite
The discovery of how a critical enzyme ‘hidden in nature’s blueprint’ works sheds new light on how cells control key processes in carbon fixation, a process fundamental for life on Earth.
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Scientists uncover the climate of a planet 280 light-years away
An international team of researchers has mapped the weather – including temperature, cloud cover and winds – on an exoplanet that is roughly 280 light-years from Earth.
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Connecting Interpreters with the Deaf Community Instantly.
Rachel Sperinck is the founder of PAH! App, an app that connects Auslan interpreters with the Deaf Community quickly and easily.
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Partnering to prevent local extinction of threatened marsupial
City of Newcastle (CN), the University of Newcastle and FAUNA Research Alliance have joined forces to investigate ways to protect Squirrel Gliders in the Lower Hunter.
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Journal Insights Tool Info and Demo session
Join us for a hands on demonstration of our new University’s Journal Insights Tool – are you unsure what journals to target to communicate research outputs and publications? Are you creating your publication plan for the next year – then this session is for you
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HPREP 2 - Health Research Support Services across our Regional Partners – What do I need and where can I access it?
HPREP 2 - Health Research Support Services across our Partners – What do I need and where can I access it?
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Startup Stories - Liam Manning (SAPHI)
Hear the experiences of an entrepreneur and business owner – the highs, the lows, the wins, the mistakes, the inside story.
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PD+Micro Credentials: What have we learned about development and quality learning in Micros?
In this seminar we discuss the need for attention to standards and governance in the development and credentialling of micros. Roadblocks and challenges to development and being quick to market will be discussed.
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PD+Base: A Marketing approach to research commercialisation (Value Proposition)
Building on Webinar "Audience Identification", participants will learn how to bring together their invention/offering and the potential market to test market response. This webinar is about how you demonstrate that there are customers for your invention.
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Research Profile Speed Session
Research Advantage is pairing up with the UON Library to deliver a Research Profile Speed Session. A well-optimised researcher profile is essential for every researcher.
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College contacts
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The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.