Graduate plans to make the global energy crisis ‘a thing of the past’
Alaa Al-Ahmad studies a PhD in Philosophy (Physics) at the University of Newcastle.
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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 • 18 Dec 2019
Disadvantaged students set to benefit from research grant focussed on mental health
More than $480,000 has been awarded to explore new ways to improve the mental well-being of university students from low socioeconomic backgrounds.
News • 27 Nov 2019
Local researchers shine in global Highly Cited Researchers list
Four University of Newcastle researchers have been announced as Highly Cited Researchers for 2019 by Clarivate Analytics' Web of Science Group.
News • 22 Nov 2019
OPINION: Newcastle know-how to our region and the world
If I told you Australia’s biggest-earning innovation for the past quarter century came from Newcastle, would you believe me? Indeed, it has outstripped earnings from other icons like WiFi and the Black Box, but is little known for its economic contribution to the country.
Upcoming events
Event • 28 Jan 2020 at 9:00am
Mathematics in Industry Study Group (MISG) Workshop
The MISG workshop aims to provide practical, working solutions to real-life problems using methods from the mathematical sciences.Visit the MISG website.Since 1984, the annual MISG workshop has brought together leading…
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Faculty contacts
Heads of School
- Professor Sandy Steacy
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