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Faculty of Science
A global impact
The Faculty of Science is a global leader in creating new knowledge, revolutionary technology and innovative teaching which will transform our regions and the world. We are at the forefront in exploring solutions to the complex challenges of today and the emerging concerns of tomorrow.
The Faculty is home to authorities in their fields who engage in cutting-edge research and teaching. We provide our graduates with the expertise and skills to make a positive difference.
We offer a broad range of study and research opportunities across both established and emerging science disciplines, with over 40 coursework degree options available for students to follow their passion and develop their careers.
We are active collaborators with industry and our communities, and well versed in working across traditional disciplinary boundaries.
Schools and research centres
Solving global challenges
Professor Chris Scarlett from the School of Environmental and Life Sciences is changing the way we treat pancreatic cancer, and it all began with the simple sea sponge.
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From ecological conservation, to working with cells, to unravelling the mysteries of the human mind, and using data and mathematics to analyse real-world problems, you can help affect positive change on our communities and planet.
A degree from the Faculty of Science gives you the flexibility to explore your interests and make an impact through the pathway that’s right for you.
Research
Our researchers work beyond boundaries. By collaborating across teams and disciplines, and with industries, governments and other institutional partners, our researchers push the limits of human knowledge.
By using and creating trailblazing technologies, we strive to explore and affect our world and the universe.
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Faculty highlights
Latest news
News • 4 Nov 2019
New monitoring technique lets your Remotely Operated Device do the snorkelling
Researchers at the University of Newcastle and Macquarie University have found a novel way to remotely track fish in shallow water environments.
News • 28 Oct 2019
National Grant is easy as pie for Central Coast food basin
It’s a $2.23 billion industry and employs almost 20,000 locals; now, the Central Coasts’ food sector has been awarded one of four national grants through the newly-launched Central Coast Food Alliance (CCFA).
News • 17 Oct 2019
Estimating calorie content not clear-cut for all
We make food decisions several times a day – from what time we eat to how much – but a new joint study by the University of Newcastle and the University of Otago, New Zealand study has found we are not very good at judging the energy-density of what we consume.
Upcoming events
Event • 19 Nov 2019 at 9:00am
the Educator Network Showcase
Theme: Student Retention and Success19 November 2019(9am - 1:30pm)NeWSpaceThis event will be co-hosted by the Student Success Strategy Implementation Team. We are very pleased to announce that the keynote speaker…
Event • 19 Nov 2019 at 5:00pm
Bachelor of Coastal and Marine Science Program Launch Newcastle
Is the ocean and coast part of your lifestyle? Are you wanting to learn about our diverse coastal and marine environments?The Faculty of Science at the University of Newcastle invites…
Event • 21 Nov 2019 at 5:00pm
Bachelor of Coastal and Marine Science Program Launch Central Coast
Is the ocean and coast part of your lifestyle? Are you wanting to learn about our diverse coastal and marine environments?The Faculty of Science at the University of Newcastle invites…
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Faculty contacts
Heads of School
- Professor Michael Bowyer
Head of School, School of Environmental and Life Science - Professor Thomas Nann
Head of School, School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences - Professor Kristen Pammer
Head of School, School of Psychology
Enquiries
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Faculty Administration
fsci-pvcunit@newcastle.edu.au
Phone: +61 2 4921 2007