School of Humanities and Social Science
The School offers a vast range of teaching and research opportunities that contribute to the advancement of human understanding. We take pride in our stimulating teaching and vigorous research to foster the development of our students and staff.
Areas of Study
News
New Professor of History appointed
Congratulations to Philip Dwyer on his appointment as a Professor of History within the School of Humanities and Social Science.
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Congratulations to Philip Dwyer on his appointment as a Professor of History within the School of Humanities and Social Science.
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Staff Promotions
Congratulations to Professor Pam Nilan and Associate Professor Alistair Rolls on their recent promotions
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Congratulations to Professor Pam Nilan and Associate Professor Alistair Rolls on their recent promotions
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Events and Highlights
Newcastle Writers Festival
5-7 April 2013
The inaugural Newcastle Writers Festival will showcase more than 50 writers, with sessions covering a range of topics and genres, including true crime, history, romance, poetry, sport and memoir.
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5-7 April 2013
The inaugural Newcastle Writers Festival will showcase more than 50 writers, with sessions covering a range of topics and genres, including true crime, history, romance, poetry, sport and memoir.
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2013 NewMac Postgraduate Symposium
2 March 2013
The conference is run by Humanities postgraduate students, for Humanities postgraduate students, from the Universities of Newcastle and Macquarie in conjunction.
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2 March 2013
The conference is run by Humanities postgraduate students, for Humanities postgraduate students, from the Universities of Newcastle and Macquarie in conjunction.
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