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We are historians, educators, Aboriginal artists, social workers and physical activity experts. Lawyers, business strategists, financial analysts, entrepreneurs, and global marketers. We are content-creators, musicians, game designers and filmmakers. We are Indigenous rights advocates, innovators, criminologists, poets and global change agents. We are so much more.

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About our College

Our College is highly respected for our teaching quality and research, with learning methods that ensure our students have high-level professional skills to graduate confident, skilled and life-ready.

Our Indigenous Commitment

Our Indigenous Commitment

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education and Research Framework will see the University, our communities and our region work together to achieve excellence.

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Our Schools

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The Asia Pacific Research Centre (APRC) has been established within the College of Human and Social Futures to play a leading role at the University of Newcastle, Australia, to pursue partnerships, engagement, and impact in the Asia Pacific region.

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Teaching and Learning

Teaching and Learning

Our students gain a professional edge through real-world, practical experience designed to give them the skills, knowledge and professional networks needed to excel in your chosen field.  

International Engagement

International Engagement

Our College has a strong reputation for global collaboration and success through our partnerships, research, and student experience opportunities.  

Creative Industries

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Work Integrated Learning

By collaborating with industry on ground-breaking research and through connecting students with opportunities for real-world experience, our students graduate work and life-ready.   

Green growth in Asia not ‘greenwashing’ but strategic energy shift

Green growth in Asia not ‘greenwashing’ but strategic energy shift

A new book endorsed by former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd and prominent scholar Ross Garnaut explores why East Asia has become a leader in green energy industries but has been slow to reduce carbon emissions.

LGBTQIA+ engagement with ‘hybrid spaces’ in the Hunter: perspectives on consent, safety and expression

LGBTQIA+ engagement with ‘hybrid spaces’ in the Hunter: perspectives on consent, safety and expression

As part of an ongoing program of research into LGBTQIA+ experiences in the Hunter, researchers at the University of Newcastle are looking for members of the LGBTQIA+ community aged 18 and over who speak English to share their experiences of engagement with ‘hybrid spaces’ – such as the use of devices like mobile phones, tablets or gaming in public space.

Intentions alone not enough to succeed in refugee employment

Intentions alone not enough to succeed in refugee employment

Australian businesses want to employ refugees but don’t know where to start and require support, according to a new study.

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Real-world, hands-on experience key to all students’ success

Real-world, hands-on experience key to all students’ success

Practical and professional experience placements have been a regular feature for students studying engineering, medicine, nursing and education degrees for many years, and today the University of Newcastle has announced that from 2023 onwards all undergraduate programs will include a placement embedded in a workplace.

Ourimbah graduates ready to make their mark

Ourimbah graduates ready to make their mark

When Matthew Craig crosses the stage during the University of Newcastle’s Ourimbah graduation ceremony this week, he will do so knowing he is graduating ready to make a difference in the lives of young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across the Central Coast.

Maths with Mariners: the event inspiring kids to kick their learning goals

Maths with Mariners: the event inspiring kids to kick their learning goals

Central Coast Mariners have teamed up with the University of Newcastle to kick off an event set to inspire Central Coast high school students to engage with mathematics.

Healthy at Home: the future of Digital Innovation to support ageing in place

Healthy at Home: the future of Digital Innovation to support ageing in place

Don't miss this event that explores the potential of sensor technology to improve care experiences and health outcomes for older people.

John Monash Scholarships Information webinar

John Monash Scholarships Information webinar

Do you know an Honours Student graduating in 2023 that maybe interested in pursuing postgraduate studies overseas? The John Monash Scholarships open 1 May 2023 and are amongst the most important postgraduate scholarships currently available in Australia.

PVC's Conversations with Thought Leaders - Heads of School Welcome

PVC's Conversations with Thought Leaders - Heads of School Welcome

The College of Human and Social Futures will host the first Pro Vice-Chancellor's Conversations with Thought Leaders event for 2023 on Tuesday, May 30 at the University of Newcastle's Conservatorium of Music in the Harold Lobb Concert Hall, with Professor Kate Nash and Professor James Skinner the two Thought Leaders for the evening.

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Advance HE Fellowship - Preparing an Application

Advance HE Fellowship - Preparing an Application

Advance HE Fellowship application preparation workshop. This workshop will look at Associate Fellow, Fellow and Senior Fellow applications and provide you with tips and suggestions.

Collaborative Music Student Showcase at The Clarendon Hotel

Collaborative Music Student Showcase at The Clarendon Hotel

We have an incredible line up of your soon-to-be new favourite bands, performing together for the first time at The Clarendon Hotel!

Writing Weekly Learning Outcomes Workshop

Writing Weekly Learning Outcomes Workshop

This workshop addresses the principles and design of writing weekly learning outcomes. You Learn how to write effective weekly learning outcomes using Bloom’s revised taxonomy. Incorporating weekly learning outcomes can ensure constructive alignment between assessment, learning activities, and course learning outcomes, and enhance student engagement.

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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.