School of Environmental and Life Sciences
Challenging global perspectives
The School of Environmental and Life Sciences is committed to developing research and teaching skills that encourage critical thinking and problem-solving strategies.
From animal conservation work to human reproduction research, we are focused on developing solutions to the issues our planet, flora and fauna, and humankind face.
The fight for plastic free oceans
Emilee, a Bachelor of Science student at the University of Newcastle’s Central Coast campus, has a vision of the world’s oceans free of plastic pollution.
Study environmental and life sciences
Students in the School of Environmental and Life Sciences are taught by top academics and use world-class facilities while earning their qualifications. We also have strong connections to industry, which students can access through field trips and Work Integrated Learning opportunities.
Research
The School of Environmental and Life Sciences has developed an enviable reputation, with many of our researchers being recognised at both national and international level for their work studying our planet and life on it.
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Latest news
News • 11 Nov 2019
What was happening to the climate 55 million years ago?
Climate emergency: Lessons from the Past?Professor Silvia Frisia, who leads a team investigating prehistoric climates, discusses the history of climate change with ABC Newcastle's Kia Handley.
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 • 1 Nov 2019
Proud to be a Women in STEM Decadal Plan Champion
The University of Newcastle is proud to be named as a Women in STEM Decadal Plan Champion by the Australian Academy of Science.
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…
School contacts
School Executive Officer
- Andrea Thomas
Executive Officer
General Enquiries
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School administration enquiries
Science-IT-SELS@newcastle.edu.au
Phone: +61 2 4921 5080