Celebrating excellence in employability
The Employability Excellence Awards celebrate the collective efforts of our employability community - students, staff, and industry partners - who prepare our graduates for the future. These awards showcase the collaborations and initiatives that connect learning with real-world impact, fostering innovation and opportunity across our University community.
Key dates for this year's awards will be announced in mid-2026.
Award Categories
View award details, eligibility, and selection criteria below. Visit Nomination Guidelines for tips on how to write your nomination, and to view terms and conditions.
Previous Award Recipients
Explore the outstanding achievements of our past award recipients.
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.