Visionary solutions for complex problems

Responding to the demand for graduates with quantitative and analytical skills, the School of Information and Physical Sciences (SIPS) prepares students and researchers to be visionary thinkers, exploring tomorrow’s big challenges today.

38.9% projected employment growth ? for Cyber Security by 2026
World top 300 ? for Mathematics
Ranked 1 ? in Australia for median income one year after graduation

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The School provides a modern, relevant, and comprehensive learning experience, with graduates earning sought-after qualifications that lead to exciting career opportunities.

Research

The School undertakes excellent and impactful research, with our consistently high rankings being one of the strongest contributors towards the University’s international success and recognition.

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Wanting to combine her interest in data, with her passion for helping others, Eni Murtini decided to study a Master of Data Science. Hear about her experience in the program so far.

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Our students and researchers undertake impactful studies and consistently feature highly in international rankings.

Our mission

We empower students and researchers to explore innovative solutions to the complex challenges of tomorrow through fundamental, applied, and translational research.

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Pulsating microneedles painless alternative to traditional needles

Pulsating microneedles painless alternative to traditional needles

A new transdermal drug delivery method using pulsating, fabricated microneedles presents a promising alternative to traditional painful subcutaneous injections. 

200,000 lives transformed: a historic graduation 60 years in the making

200,000 lives transformed: a historic graduation 60 years in the making

The University of Newcastle will reach a momentous milestone this week, celebrating 200,000 graduates in its 60th year as a university of – and for – its regions.

$1.27m ARC Linkage funding to improve animal health and grow Australia’s biomanufacturing capability

$1.27m ARC Linkage funding to improve animal health and grow Australia’s biomanufacturing capability

Delivering innovative solutions to improve food security, public health and environmental sustainability, two University of Newcastle research teams have secured more than $1.27million through the latest round of the Australian Research Council (ARC) Linkage Projects funding

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Big beanie day at the Bar on the Hill

Big beanie day at the Bar on the Hill

The Mark Hughes Foundation Centre for Brain Cancer Research at the University of Newcastle took to the Bar on the Hill on Monday June 16 for a massive Mark Hughes Foundation Beanie for Brain Cancer beanie day.

University of Newcastle ranked 2nd in World for Climate Action

University of Newcastle ranked 2nd in World for Climate Action

The University of Newcastle’s strong commitment to sustainability has been recognised globally, with the university ranking second in the world for Climate Action in the 2025 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings.

Secret koala population uncovered on city fringe

Secret koala population uncovered on city fringe

A landmark survey has uncovered a hidden koala population living on the fringe of a major city, using thermal drone searches with spotlight verification and statistical modelling.