School of Engineering
Overcoming the challenges our world faces.
The role of an engineer is ever-changing. It can range from building complex computer systems and influencing the infrastructure we use every day, to finding new ways to harness energy or even designing prosthetic limbs to help amputees.
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Research that matters
Rock falls can be the cause of dangerous and sometimes fatal accidents all over the world. Professor in Civil Engineering, Anna Giacomini has found a way to protect drivers from this hazard.
Why study engineering?
As a global leader in engineering education, this is the place to develop world-changing solutions.
Research
School research
Our research focus ensures that students are exposed to cutting edge thinking and taught by staff at the forefront of developments in their chosen field.
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High achievers scholarships
Offered since 2014, the Catherine and Peter Tay High Achiever Engineering Scholarship gives one new student $32,000 over the four years of their degree. There are numerous other scholarships available to Engineering students.
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Student work
Our engineering graduates are highly sought after with many students landing a job before they even finish their degree. In their final year our students bring theory and practice together in sophisticated research projects.
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$10,000 to build your idea
The Circular Economy Grand Challenge is open. Get a team together, propose a way to help suppliers, businesses or consumers cut waste, and you could win up to $10,000 to build and test it over six months.
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International recognition for Girls in Control initiative
The international Girls in Control initiative has received the 2026 IFAC Foundation Diversity and Inclusion Award, recognising its contribution to advancing diversity and inclusion within the global control engineering community.
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New national research centre sets sights on improving ear health for Indigenous children
Improving ear health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children is at the heart of a landmark national research initiative, to be led by Indigenous researchers and coordinated by the University of Newcastle.
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Thousands connect with science during National Science Week
Thousands of students, families and community members engaged with University of Newcastle researchers, educators and outreach teams during a vibrant National Science Week program that brought science, engineering and innovation to life across Newcastle, the Central Coast and Sydney.
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New HSC Study Hub attracts students from 70 schools across NSW
Students from more than 70 secondary schools across New South Wales travelled to the University of Newcastle during the winter school holidays to take part in the HSC Study Hub, a free program designed to help students prepare for HSC examinations and connect with university expertise.
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Natural restoration is key to reviving threatened tropical rainforests
As nations race to restore ecosystems and curb climate change, research has shown that letting nature do the work is a cost-effective and viable solution.
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2026 University Book Fair
Grab a bargain at the early bird hour of 4pm Friday 11 September! Join us for the 2026 University Book Fair. The fair hosts an assortment of rare and collectible books, making it an unmissable occasion for every book lover.
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HSC Study Hub Maths Exam Readiness Session
Ready to crush your math and computing goals? Join us for an intense study sesh that’ll boost your HSC prep!
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HSC Study Hub Computing Exam Readiness Session
Ready to crush your math and computing goals? Join us for an intense study sesh that’ll boost your HSC prep!
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HSC Study Hub Maths Exam Readiness Webinar
Ready to crush your math and computing goals? Join us for an intense study sesh that’ll boost your HSC prep!
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HSC Study Hub Maths Exam Readiness Session
Ready to crush your math and computing goals? Join us for an intense study sesh that’ll boost your HSC prep!
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HSC Study Hub Maths Exam Readiness Session
Ready to crush your math and computing goals? Join us for an intense study sesh that’ll boost your HSC prep!
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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.