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Why Us?
Five reasons to choose UON
1. People who study here do well
Having a degree from the University of Newcastle will set you apart from the pack. Join our graduates, who are successful, well-equipped and in demand.
Nearly three quarters (73 per cent) of our bachelor degree graduates find a full-time job within four months of completing their qualification.
The median starting salary for our bachelor degree graduates is $2,000 higher than the national average.
As a University of Newcastle student, you will have access to high quality programs, state-of-the-art facilities and award-winning teachers.
Source: Australian Graduate Survey 2011
2. We're hands-on and responsive in the way we teach
At the University of Newcastle, we do things differently. The majority of our degrees are designed to give you the real-world experience you need to hit the ground running when you graduate.
More than 90 per cent of our undergraduate degrees include the opportunity for students to participate in work integrated learning.
Our award-winning academics think 'outside the box', creating a rewarding and challenging learning environment and inspiring you to learn in new and innovative ways. Many of our teachers are recognised as leaders in their fields and have received national recognition for their teaching methods.
3. A great environment for study
From the city to the bush to the beach, the University of Newcastle has it all covered. It's more than a place to study; it's a way of life.
Our three campuses at Newcastle, the Central Coast and Port Macquarie offer a unique lifestyle of beaches, cafes and music, as well as being cost-effective, friendly place to live.
You will be part of a diverse student population of more than 35,500 across three campuses, including some 7,800 international students from more than 80 countries.
Your student experience will be enhanced by an extensive range of services and access to quality facilities that provide opportunities for practical experience through mirroring industry.
5. A place of opportunity
At the University of Newcastle, we believe that everyone should have the opportunity to access a world-class education, no matter where they've come from.
We attract talented students who make a difference in the world. Whether you want to broaden your mind, increase your knowledge, change your career or travel the globe - take advantage of every opportunity on offer.
Excellence in equity for higher education
No matter who you are, this is your university - everyone has an equal chance to succeed. We offer students from all walks of life the opportunity to do well, regardless of their background and experiences.
We are a leader in providing students from low socioeconomic backgrounds with the preparation and support to reach their full potential.
Leaders in Indigenous education
We are proud that more Indigenous students choose to study with us than at any other Australian university. Our Indigenous enrolments have grown more than 20 per cent in recent years and we are home to the highly-respected Wollotuka Institute.
Enabling success
We know that everyone's pathway to uni is different.
To provide an alternative entry pathway and to prepare students for uni life, we offer a range of enabling programs - Open Foundation, Newstep and Yapug.
4. World-class research
Choose to study with us and you'll join a university that is known for oustanding success in research.
Our researchers have led the world in fields as diverse as geotechnical science and engineering, energy and resources, reproductive biology, plant biology, applied mathematics, and health and medical sciences.
We are home to two leading research institutes - the Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources (NIER) and the Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI). Both institutes demonstrate our understanding of community needs and our successful and valued partnerships with industry, business and the community.
Kick start your career in research
Interested in being part of the next big breakthrough? Start thinking about it now! You can choose to undertake a research higher degree after completing an honours degree. Our students are developing new theories, new solutions and new ways of thinking every day.
Undergraduate research
Look into summer vacation scholarships, they provide you with an opportunity to undertake supervised research in an area relevant to your degree before you graduate.
Postgraduate research
You can choose to undertake a research higher degree at the University of Newcastle after completing an honours degree or equivalent prior research learning. A research higher degree is the recognised qualification for a career in academia, and will open doors to new career paths.
There is plenty of support available for students engaged in research study including funding, a laptop, high quality supervision and community connections.
Find out more at our research higher degree pages.
How We Rank
- Ranked equal seventh in Australia for research that is above world standard (Excellence in Research Australia 2012)
- More than 90 per cent of our research rated at or above world standard (Excellence in Research Australia 2012)
- Ranked in the top three percent of universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2012, QS World University Rankings 2012)
- Rated a five star university for research (International agency, QS Stars 2011)
- Home to experts who rank in the top one per cent in the world for their field such as breast cancer researcher, Professor John Forbes
- Rated a five star university for research (International agency, QS Stars 2012)
- Ranked in Australia's top 10 universities for research funding