2026 HDR Student Festival
HDR Student Festival text inside a colourful border of small science images
At the University of Newcastle there are over 1300 Higher Degree by Research students making breakthrough discoveries and solving the world’s most formidable problems.
The University’s HDR Student Festival features a range of conference-style activities in each School, as well as University-wide events to showcase the excellence and innovation of our HDR cohort. The Festival will help students raise their profile as they build and practice their presentation skills. The wider University community is invited to be a part of the exciting program of events.
The full program will be available here in July.
Event Information
- Date: 3rd - 6th August 2026
- Location: Callaghan, City Campus and Central Coast
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.