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2023 Graduations
Watch the live stream from 10am 12 December 2023
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Open Days 2023
With our Open Day events now wrapped up, it's time to catch up on anything you might have missed. Check out our suite of on-demand info sessions, degree presentations, and webinars.
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Acknowledgement of Country 00:40
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal Nation, Darkinjung Nation, Biripai Nation, Worimi Nation, Wonnarua Nation and Eora Nation. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.
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.
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Our world-leading researchers translate new knowledge into innovations that make a real difference.
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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
Clock is ticking for ovarian cancer
If a woman is diagnosed with early stage ovarian cancer, her chance of survival is high. But early detection tests don’t exist, yet. Our researchers are on the cusp of calling time for ovarian cancer.
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The ripple effect of drought
Drought is like a creeping cancer. It insidiously infects communities. It spreads profound and multifaceted challenges that demand multidisciplinary treatment.
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Fight for justice
The fight to free Kathleen Folbigg – the woman once dubbed Australia’s worst female serial killer – started in 2013 with the University’s Legal Centre and its law students helping to drive the movement.
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Rerouting trauma
How cultural insight and the neuroscience of trauma is changing the conversation around youth violence.
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Run like a girl
The game changing program revolutionising female participation in sport
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Protecting Indigenous knowledges
During his research to unlock the archives, Dr Hodgetts found that the keys had been long-kept from cultural knowledge-holders.
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University ranks 74 in the world for sustainability
The University of Newcastle’s commitment to sustainability has been placed in the spotlight today, with the university ranking 74 in the world in the QS 2024 Sustainability Rankings.
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Hunter medical students earn while they learn
An Australian-first initiative to boost healthcare staff and provide medical students with invaluable paid experience is now underway in Hunter New England Local Health District, thanks to a new partnership with the University of Newcastle and TAFE NSW.
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Construction set to begin on the University of Newcastle’s new Central Coast Campus
Work on the University of Newcastle’s new $63.8 million Central Coast Campus at 305 Mann Street in Gosford CBD is set to begin following the launch of the project’s construction phase today.
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New research reveals encouraging step for Hunter renewal
New research has revealed that the majority of Hunter residents support the need for the region to transition to new sources of employment, a finding buffeted by the strong showings for the region in key social areas such as resilience and community.
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Republic of Korea collaboration: Universities combine with Port of Newcastle on green ammonia research centre
The University of Newcastle and Port of Newcastle have today signed a tripartite agreement with Pusan National University in the Republic of Korea that will see the development of a collaborative research centre for green ammonia power generation.
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Great Hall celebrates 50 years of cheering graduates across the stage
Today marks the 50th anniversary of the University of Newcastle’s Great Hall, which was officially opened by the Governor of New South Wales, Sir Roden Cutler on 28 November 1973.
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Featured events
Info Day 2023
Join us on campus at our Info Day to get all your questions answered to kick start your uni journey!
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Nursing Facility Tour Callaghan Campus
Come and see our world class nursing simulation laboratories. Our team will show you around the Richardson Wing and answer any program questions you may have before you study in 2024!
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Health Sciences Health Education Research Building Tour
Join us for a tour of our Health Education and Research facilities at Callaghan campus. See where you could study in 2024 for our Medical Radiation Sciences, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology or Nutrition and Dietetics programs.
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Health Sciences Health Education Research Building Tours
Join us for a tour of our Health Education and Research facilities at Callaghan campus. See where you could study in 2024 for our Medical Radiation Sciences, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology or Nutrition and Dietetics programs.
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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.