Engineering, Science and Environment
The college of Engineering, Science and Environment brings together expertise in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) to deliver life ready graduates and transformative solutions to our region and the world.
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.
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.
Our Schools
School of Architecture and Built Environment
School of Computer and Information Sciences
School of Engineering
School of Science
Research stories
Reducing methane emissions in mining
Driven by a desire to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, Professor Behdad Moghtaderi is transforming the mining sector – and helping improve our quality of life at the same time.
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Driving innovation in the minerals sector
University of Newcastle researchers have improved conventional soft soil testing to better support new infrastructure projects, reduce project delays, and save taxpayer money.
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Digging for soft soil infrastructure solutions
University of Newcastle researchers have improved conventional soft soil testing to better support new infrastructure projects, reduce project delays, and save taxpayer money.
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Research Institutes & Centres
Tackling the issues that matter to our regions and our world.
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
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.
Architecture student gains invaluable experience through remote Indigenous community design project
For Bachelor of Design (Architecture) Indigenous student Indianna Eckford, a recent work-integrated learning placement offered far more than a professional experience. It provided firsthand insight into how architecture can improve health, wellbeing and quality of life in remote Indigenous communities.
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Sugarloaf koalas show no evidence of chlamydia as population exceeds expectations
A new report has revealed the Sugarloaf-Stockrington koala population is far larger than previously understood and, encouragingly, found no evidence of chlamydia in any of the wild koalas tested.
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Earth Science Week Inspires Discussion on Critical Minerals and Sustainable Futures
The College of Engineering, Science and Environment (CESE), and the Discipline of Earth Science welcomed staff, students and members of the community for its 2026 Earth Science Week Lecture, celebrating this year's theme, Critical Minerals for a Thriving Society.
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New discoveries in tree ring dating
Every tree keeps a diary. One ring for every year to record exactly how the seasons play out. Current student and Patricia Jensen Science Scholarship recipient, Madeleine Hatfield, is learning how to analyse tree rings to understand seasonal changes over time, helping climate scientists read Australia’s past.
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Staying the course through cost pressures
Phoebe is studying a Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management while doing everything she can to balance her studies with rising living expenses.
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Australia’s next generation of STEM leaders go head-to-head at Parliament House
More than 250 of Australia’s brightest young science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) problem-solvers will put their skills to the test at the final of the National Science and Engineering Challenge at Australian Parliament House in Canberra on Wednesday.
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College contacts
General enquiries
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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.