Pro Vice-Chancellor's Welcome
Welcome to the Faculty of Science and Information Technology at the University of Newcastle. We are committed to providing a range of degree programs that produce creative, adaptable, well-trained graduates who are fully equipped to participate in the key role that science and information technology plays in our changing environment.
Degree programs across a wide range of disciplines
The Faculty is diverse in terms of its discipline areas, including:- Aviation Management
- Biological Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Chemistry
- Communication
- Digital Media
- Earth Sciences
- Environmental Studies
- Exercise and Sports Science
- Food and Human Nutrition
- Herbal Therapies
- Human Geography
- Information Technology
- Mathematics
- Natural History Illustration
- Natural Resource Management
- Statistics
- Photonics
- Physics
- Psychology
- Visual and Graphical Design
Find out more about our degree programs
A great time to study science and information technology
There are extremely exciting things happening in all areas of science and information technology. Change is continuing as a result of ongoing scientific discovery. Our degree programs provide you with the key to understanding, evaluating and participating in a variety of areas.
It is a fascinating time to be studying in our Faculty. Advances in science and information technology are seen as the key to economic development. There are enormous expectations placed on these areas to provide the basis for an ever-increasing standard of living.
Internationally competitive in research
During your studies you will experience a high level of contact with staff who are acknowledged for their strong research performance and productive research partnerships with industry and the community. The knowledge and skills you will acquire in your degree program will enable you to obtain an exciting career in a continually changing international environment.
I welcome you on behalf of all members of the Faculty of Science and Information Technology, and we look forward to working with you towards the successful completion of your degree.
Professor Bill Hogarth
Pro Vice-Chancellor
Faculty of Science and Information Technology