We dream big.

Through excellence and innovation in education and research, the College of Engineering, Science and Environment is committed to changing our world for the better. We focus on the development of innovative, resourceful and creative graduates - future leaders in industry, the profession and the community.

Top 1% ? university in the world
Ranked 1 ? in NSW for skills development
$200 Million investment in the future of STEMM
About our College

About our College

Spread across the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), we are global leaders uncovering new knowledge, creating revolutionary technology, and delivering innovative teaching.

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Tackling the issues that matter to our regions and our world.

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Education

Education

We offer a world-class learning experience that sees our graduates equipped to pursue a fulfilling career in a broad range of fields, and effect meaningful change in the world.

International Engagement

International Engagement

Our strong global footprint is moulded by our people, partnerships and research outcomes, which extend beyond our region and across the world.

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Career-ready placements

We engage with industry to help build stronger communities, bring the world closer to a sustainable future, and broaden real-world opportunities for our students.

Early career researchers awarded more than $2.1m ARC DECRA funding to drive future innovation

Early career researchers awarded more than $2.1m ARC DECRA funding to drive future innovation

Four outstanding early-career researchers from the University of Newcastle have secured more than $2.1 million in the highly competitive Australian Research Council (ARC) Discovery Early Career Researcher Awards (DECRA).

Sustainable beauty innovators and blood donation champions among students recognised at Employability Excellence Awards

Sustainable beauty innovators and blood donation champions among students recognised at Employability Excellence Awards

The University of Newcastle has recognised its next generation of change-makers, from entrepreneurs tackling waste and sustainability, to passionate leaders driving community health initiatives, at this year’s Employability Excellence Awards.

Celebrating 30 Years of the Don McNair Herbarium

Celebrating 30 Years of the Don McNair Herbarium

Thirty years ago, a local auto-electrician’s passion for native flora laid the foundation for one of the Hunter region’s most significant botanical collections. Today, the Don McNair Herbarium holds more than 14,500 specimens, supporting research, teaching, and conservation.

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Celebrating 30 Years of the Don McNair Herbarium

Celebrating 30 Years of the Don McNair Herbarium

Thirty years ago, a local auto-electrician’s passion for native flora laid the foundation for one of the Hunter region’s most significant botanical collections. Today, the Don McNair Herbarium holds more than 14,500 specimens, supporting research, teaching, and conservation.

Science and Engineering Challenge celebrates National Finals

Science and Engineering Challenge celebrates National Finals

More than 240 High School students from eight schools across the country put their STEM skills to the test at the national finals of The University of Newcastle’s Science and Engineering Challenge (SEC).

Celebrating 25 Years of the Science and Engineering Challenge

Celebrating 25 Years of the Science and Engineering Challenge

On Thursday 30 October, we celebrated 25 incredible years of the Science and Engineering Challenge at a special anniversary dinner hosted at The University of Newcastle, Australia.