Our vision is to be a world-leading university for our regions.
We are committed to delivering an exceptional student experience, preparing graduates for life, and serving our regions by taking research that matters to the world and bringing our global expertise home.
Our Plan
Our 2020-2025 Looking Ahead Strategic Plan.
Our Values
Equity, Excellence, Engagement and Sustainability underpin everything we do.
Study with us
Choose a degree or course that excites and motivates, where you will gain the knowledge, industry connections and real-world experience needed to create the career you want.
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Live Stream from Wednesday 17th July 10am
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Open Days 2024
Open Day is packed with everything you need to know about going to Uni. Participate in degree presentations, info sessions and tours of the campus. Enjoy a hands-on experience with our program activations, and ask our student ambassadors questions about uni life.
What's on
Check out our full calendar of upcoming events happening across our campuses. We can't wait to see you here.
Indigenous collaboration
We are proud of our record in Indigenous higher education, innovation and engagement, which has been driven by relationships with the Indigenous community and through the work of the Wollotuka Institute.
Our research impact
Our world-leading researchers translate new knowledge into innovations that make a real difference.
Collaborate and engage
Whether you are a business, NGO, charity organisation or simply an engaged member of the community, there is an opportunity for you to collaborate and engage with the University.
Our stories
Teacher transformation scores top marks
A new way of teaching has helped turn the tables at Cessnock High School. The results speak for themselves.
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Big dreams built through remote community partnership
The unlikely pairing of outback Menindee and seaside Newcastle have successfully bridged the distance
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Partnering to solve the Pacific plastics plight
Microplastics are notoriously hard to detect but their impact is significant. How deep is the problem in the Pacific Ocean? Scientists from Australia and Samoa teamed up to find out.
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Run like a girl
The game changing program revolutionising female participation in sport
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Is bioenergy ever truly green? It depends on 5 key questions
Plans to revive an old coal-fired power station using bioenergy are being considered in the Hunter region of New South Wales. Similar plans for the station have previously not gone ahead.
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Young Catholics seek new ways to ‘do church’
During a time of promising reformation in the Catholic church, unparalleled new insight into the thoughts and feelings of Catholic women has revealed a hunger for radical change.
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City of Newcastle honours research legacy of distinguished Laureate Professor Roger Smith
An internationally recognised researcher who has advanced our understanding of human birth has been named the 19th Freeman of the City of Newcastle. In a career that spans more than 35 years, Distinguished Laureate Professor Roger Smith AM has sought answers with his research into pregnancy, premature birth and stillbirth.
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University of Newcastle appoints contractor for major refurbishment at Callaghan Campus
The University of Newcastle has taken a major step forward in the transformation of the Health and Physical Education (HPE) building at Callaghan Campus, with the appointment of Graphite Projects as the main works contractor.
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Strengthening trans-Tasman relationship with strategic partnership
The University of Waikato and the University of Newcastle have further strengthened their relationship with the signing of a strategic partnership agreement this month.
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New research plants the seed to grow food crops with sea water
Budding new plant biology research is paving the potential to produce food crops that not only survive but thrive in salty conditions.
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Matilda masters expanding her health career
After working in infectious disease during the COVID-19 pandemic, Matilda Boey knew she wanted to contribute further to Singapore’s health system, inspiring her to study a Master of Public Health.
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Brendan constructs new life path after government career
Coming to University after a 12-year career in government, Brendan Bowler was looking to try something new and found his passion along the way.
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Featured events
50 Years 50 Stories Exhibition
The 50 YEARS FIFTY STORIES exhibition and commemorative book have been made possible with the help of a wonderful team of current undergraduate students, including photographers, designers, and writers, some of whom are Open Foundation graduates themselves. Pals. Pathways.
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Campus Tours Callaghan
Come and explore the vibrant atmosphere of the University of Newcastle's Callaghan Campus in Australia. This in-person event is a fantastic opportunity to get a firsthand experience of our beautiful campus.
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Campus Tours Ourimbah
Whether you are a prospective student, a parent or carer, or simply curious about the university experience, this tour is an ideal way to get a firsthand look at everything Ourimbah Campus has to offer.
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Campus Tours Central Coast Clinical School
Join us for an exciting in-person tour of the Central Coast Clinical School! This event is a fantastic opportunity to explore our state-of-the-art facilities and learn more about the cutting-edge medical education and research happening on campus.
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Campus Tours NUspace
Join a tour of NUspace. You'll have the opportunity to discover the latest technologies, interactive classrooms, and collaborative study areas that make NUspace a hub of creativity and learning. Our knowledgeable staff will be available to answer any questions you may have.
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Campus Tours Q Building
Join us for an exciting tour of the Q Building! Explore the state-of-the-art facilities and immerse yourself in the vibrant campus atmosphere. This in-person event is your chance to discover the cutting-edge technology and innovative spaces that make the Q Building a hub of creativity and learning.
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The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.