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Keep up-to-date with what's happening across the University of Newcastle.
May 2013
NeW Space city campus on its way
University of Newcastle students will soon have access to a state-of-the-art learning precinct, right in the heart of Newcastle’s CBD.
Come and see us at a Careers Expo in May and June!
The University of Newcastle will be attending a number of Career Expos around NSW. High School students are invited to come along, talk to us and get all the info they need to make the decision that’s right for them.
It's not too early to start thinking about uni accommodation
When choosing to study at The University of Newcastle, students don’t need to be on their own when finding a place to live; we offer on-campus accommodation and free off-campus accommodation advice.
Students can now get fit on the Central Coast for free!
Central Coast students now have free access to cutting-edge facilities, classes and fitness assessments with the opening of the Ourimbah Gym Clinic.
IT careers expo coming to Newcastle campus in July
The Australian Computer Society (ACS) Foundation’s 2013 BiG Day In is an IT careers conference with a difference – and it’s coming to Newcastle for the first time.
UMAT applications open now
There have been some important changes to the Undergraduate Medicine and Health Sciences Admission Test (UMAT) application process.
RoboCup Junior comp returns to the Hunter
A robotic battle of epic proportions is set to take place in August when the University of Newcastle hosts the 2013 RoboCup Junior Hunter Regional competition.
Newcastle student athletes to compete on world stage
Four University of Newcastle students have qualified to represent Australian Universities at World level this July.
New nursing lecturer brings mental health focus to Port Macquarie campus
Working to improve the delivery of mental health services in regional areas is a passion that drives new nursing lecturer at the University of Newcastle’s Port Macquarie campus, Dr Graeme Browne.
Business and commerce students immerse themselves in Chinese culture
A group of University of Newcastle students recently travelled to China for the trip of a lifetime – all while gaining academic credit for their studies.
Applications open for University of Newcastle Summer Schools!
Held at the University of Newcastle, the Girls Choices Summer School and LIVE IT! (for boys) programs, are five-day residential experiences for Year 9 students from equity target groups across NSW.
Theology and spirituality - unlocking the world around us
For University of Newcastle theology lecturer, Dr Tim Stanley, a thirst for knowledge and understanding has led to the resurgence in academic studies in theology, spirituality, morality and ethics and religious education.
Profiles
Meet Angela
Studying: Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Radiation Therapy)
School: Callaghan College Jesmond Senior Campus
Hometown: Newcastle
Meet Laura
Degree: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws
High School: West Port High School
Hometown: Port Macquarie
Meet Rob
Studying: Bachelor of Podiatry
High School: Toormina High School
Hometown: Central Coast
Upcoming key dates
Applications for 2014 open
Central Coast Campus Open Day
Newcastle Campus Open Day
Port Macquarie Info Session
February 2013
$5.5 million boost to student services
University of Newcastle students are set to benefit from a $5.5 million injection into services and amenities across all campuses and online.
Students honoured with Young Citizen of the Year awards
Two University of Newcastle students have received Australia Day awards for their inspiring work as ambassadors for fellow youth.
Central Coast campus attracts record number of top students
A record-breaking 1,458 students have received a Main Round offer to study at The University of Newcastle’s Central Coast campus in 2013.
University of Newcastle to establish presence in Gosford
Minister for the Central Coast, Chris Hartcher has welcomed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding to bring a new University of Newcastle presence to the Gosford CBD.
Port Macquarie nurses have two reasons to celebrate
The Bachelor of Nursing program at the University of Newcastle’s Port Macquarie campus will celebrate two important milestones this year – a record number of 96 offers were made to students wanting to study the program in 2013 and the graduation of the 150th nursing student in March.
Newcastle named top uni for research
An independent Australian Government assessment of research excellence has placed the University of Newcastle equal 7th for research that is ‘well above world standard’.
Local students help to welcome Mid North Coast newest residents
Providing hands-on care to mums and babies is all in a day’s work for the 10 students who commenced a Bachelor of Midwifery degree at the University of Newcastle Port Macquarie campus in 2012.
Round-the-clock computer access gets thumbs up from students
University of Newcastle Central Coast campus students have shown how vital their new expanded library is to their studies, with a record number using the revamped facility last year.
New health scholarships on offer in 2013
The Faculty of Health will this year be introducing five new scholarships for full-time, undergraduate students who have demonstrated academic excellence.
Perfect score for engineering student on the road to research career
Electrical Engineering graduate (2012) and former Merewether High student, Kumaran Nathan, has become the first Newcastle engineering student to receive 100 per cent for his final year project.
HSC Music Day coming soon
Don’t miss the annual HSC Music Day for Year 11 and 12 students in May.
Law on the Beach turns 10
This year the University of Newcastle’s Law on the Beach program will celebrate a decade of providing legal advice against a beautiful backdrop of sun, sand and surf.
Communication students named national winners
Four Newcastle communication students, who shared their stories about growing up in regional Australia, were among 30 winners of the national ABC Heywire competition for 2012.
Nutrition and dietetics students join the healthy fast food challenge
Healthy, homemade meals were on the menu when the University of Newcastle Nutrition and Dietetics team hosted its inaugural Fast Food Challenge last month.
Arts graduate makes movie magic alongside Baz Lurhmann
Dreams of the silver screen have turned to reality for one University of Newcastle graduate whose work will feature in the upcoming feature film adaption of The Great Gatsby.
Revamped online student literacy programs available now
The Hyperjinks High and Hyperjinks Primary Information Literacy Programs have been redeveloped with new resources for both students and teachers.
iLEAD - a world of opportunity
iLEAD is an extra-curricular leadership program that provides University of Newcastle students with valuable skills in leadership, international awareness and community work – both overseas and at home.
Profiles
Meet Joy
Studying: Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management
High School: Irrawang High
Hometown: Newcastle
Meet Craig
Studying: Bachelor of Engineering (Civil)
High School: Mackillop Senior College
Hometown: Port Macquarie
Meet Justine
Studying: Bachelor of Communication/Laws
High School: Gorokan High School
Hometown: Budgewoi
