School of Computer and Information Sciences
Become a visionary thinker and explore tomorrow’s big challenges today.
Visionary solutions for complex problems
Responding to the demand for graduates with quantitative and analytical skills, we prepare students and researchers to be visionary thinkers, exploring tomorrow’s big challenges today.
Study areas
The School provides a modern, relevant, and comprehensive learning experience, with graduates earning sought-after qualifications that lead to exciting career opportunities.
Research
The School undertakes excellent and impactful research, with our consistently high rankings being one of the strongest contributors towards the University’s international success and recognition.
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Wanting to combine her interest in data, with her passion for helping others, Eni Murtini decided to study a Master of Data Science. Hear about her experience in the program so far.
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Our students and researchers undertake impactful studies and consistently feature highly in international rankings.
Our mission
We empower students and researchers to explore innovative solutions to the complex challenges of tomorrow through fundamental, applied, and translational research.
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University PhD Candidate Amplifies Youth Voice in Regional Transition Talks
University of Newcastle emerging academic Myles Egan helped bring youth perspectives to the forefront of regional decision-making last week, joining former Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull and senior industry leaders at the Committee for the Hunter’s inaugural Hunter Agenda 2026 forum.
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Driving down phone use behind the wheel
A University of Newcastle study has shown that a targeted online intervention can significantly reduce mobile phone usage among young drivers – with reported behaviour change sustained for at least one month.
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University Skills Hub to accelerate transition to new energy economy
Construction has commenced on the University of Newcastle’s New Energy Skills Hub, a purpose-built facility that will help develop the critical skills needed for the Hunter’s energy transition.
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Collaborative research for a safe and healthy coastal environment
The University of Newcastle and Central Coast Council have partnered to undertake a comprehensive scientific study of ocean outfalls and surrounding marine environments.
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Narrating Return at Newcastle Art Gallery
As part of the launch of Newcastle Art Gallery’s major reopening exhibition Iconic, Loved, Unexpected, a spatial exhibition in Gallery 10 Narrating Return will open at Newcastle Art Gallery on 27 February.
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Exceptional educators celebrated in national teaching awards
Two academics from the University of Newcastle have been recognised for their innovative and creative teaching styles at the Australian Awards for University Teaching (AAUT).
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School contacts
School Executive Officer
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Vicki Gumbleton
School Executive Officer
General enquiries
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School administration enquiries
Phone: 02 4921 5538
CESE-SCIS-Admin@newcastle.edu.au
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