Faculty of Science and Information Technology
Welcome to the Faculty of Science and Information Technology. We offer a range of innovative degree programs and courses, and provide excellence in teaching to students in the areas of undergraduate, honours and postgraduate coursework and postgraduate research.
Schools
Study Options
Undergraduate
Postgraduate
International
Information for students from overseas considering studying in our Faculty.
Information about our international partnerships and links.
Research
Priority Research Centres
- Advanced Particle Processing
- Brain and Mental Health Research
- Complex Dynamic Systems and Control
- Computer Assisted Research Mathematics & its Applications (CARMA)
- Energy
- Organic Electronics
- Reproductive Science
Faculty Research Information
News
Science and Engineering Super Challenge hits the Hunter
Students from 24 schools across NSW will converge on Newcastle tomorrow to take part in a massive three-day science and engineering challenge.
Students from 24 schools across NSW will converge on Newcastle tomorrow to take part in a massive three-day science and engineering challenge.
Marine Research Centre another step closer
A national centre of excellence in marine research and education will be a reality for the Central Coast by Christmas with the keys to its new home handed over this week.
A national centre of excellence in marine research and education will be a reality for the Central Coast by Christmas with the keys to its new home handed over this week.
Gene breakthrough secures crops' future
University of Newcastle researchers have achieved a major scientific breakthrough in the quest to protect crop longevity, yield and quality .
University of Newcastle researchers have achieved a major scientific breakthrough in the quest to protect crop longevity, yield and quality .
New partnership fosters growth in geosciences
The University of Newcastle is joining with the NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) to help cement the future viability of the minerals and energy sectors in NSW.
The University of Newcastle is joining with the NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) to help cement the future viability of the minerals and energy sectors in NSW.
Events
Honours and Research Expo
Thursday 17 September
Don't miss the opportunity to find out about further study and careers in research
Thursday 17 September
Don't miss the opportunity to find out about further study and careers in research
Scholarship Applications
Applications are currently open for a range of research scholarships aimed at Undergraduate, Honours and Research Higher Degree students.
Applications are currently open for a range of research scholarships aimed at Undergraduate, Honours and Research Higher Degree students.








