This is your chance to experience university life beyond books! Discover student clubs, meet the student association, take a photo with our mascot Hunter, grab your freebies, enjoy live music by students and alumni and so much more!
Find the fun at our Central Coast Campuses (Ourimbah and Gosford), 10am-2pm
Food & drink
There will be food trucks serving up food and drink at Ourimbah and The Roastery open at Central Coast Clinical School, Gosford.
Freebies
Merch Madness will be open at Ourimbah campus from 10am-2pm where you can win University of Newcastle merchandise by spinning a wheel or tossing a ball. Free Krispy Kreme’s Ourimbah campus and free coffee and muffins at the CCCS.
The Expo
Explore your study options by visiting the Expo, speaking with academic staff and current students, and attending program presentations. It’s a great opportunity to gather valuable insights and plan your future. The Expo is open all day from 10am-2pm at Ourimbah campus.
Top 5 things to do at Central Coast Open Day
The Expo & presentations
Explore your study options by visiting the Expo, speaking with academic staff and current students, and attending program presentations. It’s a great opportunity to gather valuable insights and plan your future. The Expo is open all day from 10am-2pm at Ourimbah campus.
Pit stop for Health
Get ready for ‘Pit Stop for Health’—a student-led health check that’s all about you! Use your ‘Pink Slip’ to assess everything from sleep and social support to blood pressure, waist circumference, alcohol consumption, and exercise. It’s your go-to stop for a quick and easy health boost! Pit Stop for Health is open all day 10am-2pm ay Central Coast Clinical School, Gosford.
Beneath the waves (Coastal and Marine Science)
Experience the thrill with the Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV)! Pilot an ROV and discover what lies "beneath the waves." These innovative tools are transforming how we monitor, map, and explore our coasts and oceans. Get ready for an exciting underwater adventure! The ROV is on display all day from 10am-2pm at Ourimbah campus.
Visit our Central Coast Clinical School, Gosford building
You'll discover state-of-the-art research facilities, equipped with the latest technologies and innovations. Experience our advanced labs, high-tech equipment, and functional classrooms designed for both learning and collaboration. See firsthand how our dynamic workspaces are tailored to foster creativity and cutting-edge research. Campus tours running on the hour from 10am-2pm.
Mann Street campus
Visible from the Central Coast Clinical School is the future Mann Street site — a new part of our Gosford campus, opening in 2026. Explore the programs you could study there from Semester 1, 2026 here.
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.
