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Our 2020-2025 Looking Ahead Strategic Plan.
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Equity, Excellence, Engagement and Sustainability underpin everything we do.
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Open Days 2025
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Acknowledgement of Country 00:40
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal Nation, Darkinjung Nation, Biripai Nation, Worimi Nation, Wonnarua Nation and Eora Nation. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.
Indigenous collaboration
We are proud of our record in Indigenous higher education, innovation and engagement, which has been driven by relationships with the Indigenous community and through the work of the Wollotuka Institute.
Our research impact
Our world-leading researchers translate new knowledge into innovations that make a real difference.
Collaborate and engage
Whether you are a business, NGO, charity organisation or simply an engaged member of the community, there is an opportunity for you to collaborate and engage with the University.
Our stories
Pathway to purpose
From limited beginnings to limitless dreams - equity in education is giving Arthur Demetriou the chance to change the face of medicine.
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Through sage smoke and story
A transformative week in Canada saw University of Newcastle students and educators connect with global participants, sharing Indigenous knowledge and building lifelong cultural bonds at the inaugural International Traditional Indigenous Knowledges Institute Gathering.
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Thriving Schools
A new way of teaching has helped turn the tables at Cessnock High School. The results speak for themselves.
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How early entry schemes help Year 12 students experiencing disadvantage
During September, many Australian universities start making early offers to Year 12 students for a place next year. This is ahead of the main rounds of offers, due in January.
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Sick of eating the same things?
Did you start 2025 with a promise to eat better but didn’t quite get there? Or maybe you want to branch out from making the same meal every week or the same lunch for work almost every day?
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Teaching the Hunter
Eric Roach was just 19 when he graduated from Newcastle Teacher's College in 1953. His time there launched a career that would span almost four decades, and instilled in him a passion for teaching that would transcend generations.
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2025 King’s Birthday Honours celebrates distinguished Australians
The University of Newcastle proudly acknowledges the outstanding Australians recognised in the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours, particularly those that make up the diverse and accomplished University community.
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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.
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Astronomers gain unprecedented insight into the formation of a planet 850 lightyears away
On a quest to understand how planets are formed – and ultimately how Earth fits into the cosmic picture – astronomers have uncovered the chemical composition of an exoplanet 850 lightyears away with unprecedented precision.
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First researchers announced for accelerator program tackling sepsis, stroke, IVF and hearing
The Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) has announced the first group of innovators selected for the Newcastle Permanent Innovation Accelerator Program, with projects aimed at faster sepsis detection, safer stroke treatment, improving IVF success, and monitoring hearing through everyday visual behaviour.
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Newcastle engineer shines under Australian Academy of Science spotlight
In recognition of his boundless contributions to the field of electrical engineering, the Australian Academy of Science has today announced University of Newcastle Emeritus Professor Rick Middleton as a Fellow of the Academy.
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Newly-refurbished University of Newcastle building opens at Callaghan Campus in honour of Alumnus Dr Vic Levi
Today marked a significant milestone at the University of Newcastle with the official opening and renaming ceremony of ‘The Vic Levi Building’, formerly known as the Health and Physical Education Building, at Callaghan Campus.
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Featured Events
Trimester 2 - Welcome Week (Newcastle City)
Welcome Week is a great opportunity to find out what you need to know about university life and being a University of Newcastle student.
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Semester 2 - Welcome Week (Online)
Welcome Week is a great opportunity to find out what you need to know about university life and being a University of Newcastle student!
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Graduation - Newcastle City
July Graduation Ceremonies – Celebrating 60 Years of Excellence Congratulations on completing your studies! This incredible milestone deserves to be celebrated with your family, friends, and fellow graduates.In 2025, the University of Newcastle proudly marks its 60th anniversary.
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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.