News • 12 Dec 2025

A gift of life inspires a future in science

For Bachelor of Science (Advanced) graduate, Jessica McCourt, the culmination of her studies represents far more than a university degree – it marks a journey defined by grit, perseverance and remarkable poise in the face of health challenges.

News • 12 Dec 2025

Life-changing pathway delivers first doctors as graduations cap off 60th year

The University of Newcastle will culminate its 60th anniversary year by celebrating the first doctors to graduate from its Excellence …

News • 28 Nov 2025

University of Newcastle previews new Gosford building

The University of Newcastle has taken a major step in expanding higher education on the Central Coast, with construction now complete on the new Gosford Central building on Mann Street ahead of its Semester 1, 2026 opening.

News • 26 Nov 2025

Sustainable beauty innovators and blood donation champions among students recognised at Employability Excellence Awards

The University of Newcastle has recognised its next generation of change-makers, from entrepreneurs tackling waste and sustainability, to passionate leaders driving community health initiatives, at this year’s Employability Excellence Awards.

News • 17 Nov 2025

Science and Engineering Challenge celebrates National Finals

More than 240 High School students from eight schools across the country put their STEM skills to the test at the national finals of The University of Newcastle’s Science and Engineering Challenge (SEC).

News • 17 Nov 2025

Celebrating 25 Years of the Science and Engineering Challenge

On Thursday 30 October, we celebrated 25 incredible years of the Science and Engineering Challenge at a special anniversary dinner hosted at The University of Newcastle, Australia.

News • 17 Nov 2025

Science and Engineering Challenge celebrates National Finals

More than 240 High School students from eight schools across the country put their STEM skills to the test at the national finals of The University of Newcastle’s Science and Engineering Challenge (SEC).

News • 17 Nov 2025

Celebrating 25 Years of the Science and Engineering Challenge

On Thursday 30 October, we celebrated 25 incredible years of the Science and Engineering Challenge at a special anniversary dinner hosted at The University of Newcastle, Australia.

News • 11 Nov 2025

University recognises trailblazing geologist and advocate for women in science

Professor Beryl Nashar AO OBE, a trailblazing geologist, educator, and one of the founding figures of the University of Newcastle, has been recognised at Callaghan Campus with the GP (General Purpose) Building named in her honour.

News • 03 Nov 2025

HunterWiSE inspires the next generation in STEM

On Tuesday 21 October, more than 650 students, teachers, parents, community, industry and University colleagues gathered at the University of …

News • 30 Oct 2025

Polymer science PhD student wins prestigious ATSE award

University of Newcastle PhD student, Zachary Di Pietro, has been recognised at the prestigious Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE) awards for outstanding work in polymer science.

News • 30 Oct 2025

University proposes new student accommodation at Callaghan Campus

The University of Newcastle is continuing its investment in the Callaghan Campus, having submitted a Regionally Significant Development Application (RSDA) for the construction of a new student accommodation building.

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