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.
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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Global evidence reveals the scale of humanity’s imprint in Earth’s geology
A major international review argues that human-driven change since the mid-20th century is significant enough to mark the beginning of a new geological chapter in Earth’s history: the Anthropocene.
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Where Culture meets STEM: Empowering future leaders in Wadeye
The University of Newcastle’s National Science and Engineering Challenge, SMART program and the Wollotuka Institute travelled to Wadeye to deliver a series of hands-on science, technology, engineering and mathematic (STEM) activities that connect learning with culture.
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University of Newcastle engineering leader awarded prestigious Engineers Australia Fellowship
Associate Professor Adrian Wills, Interim Dean and Head of School, School of Engineering has been awarded Fellow membership of Engineers Australia, one of the highest honours conferred by the professional body.
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National Science and Engineering Challenge Final
This year’s National Science and Engineering Challenge final will be held in the Great Hall at Australian Parliament House, Canberra. The top scoring school from each state and territory, plus a local wild card school will compete in increasingly difficult STEM challenges with the winner crowned as National Champions for 2026!
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Securing the Pipeline: Turning the tide on Australia’s STEM decline
The number of students studying Advanced Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry in year 12 has steadily decreased. STEM skills are essential for Australia’s future industrial and economic security. Action is required to turn the tide on Australia’s STEM decline.
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Master of Architecture webinar
Join Program Convenor, Dr Timothy Burke, to learn more about how studying the Master of Architecture at the University of Newcastle can help you achieve your career goals, hear about the program and engage in Q&A.
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College contacts
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