The University of Newcastle

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The University of Newcastle is committed to the highest possible standards in teaching, learning and research. Our high academic standards, superb recreational facilities, natural surroundings, award-winning buildings and excellent access to the latest technology are all part of the reason why students choose to study at the University of Newcastle.


The University of Newcastle is recognised nationally and internationally for excellence in key areas, including engineering and research performance. We are committed to the pursuit of quality and strive to further improve our results in all aspects of higher education.


Research and Teaching Quality

The University of Newcastle is a dynamic, research intensive University ranked in Australia's top 10. The University has an international reputation for expertise in innovative approaches to teaching and learning.

We have award winning teachers, Federation Fellows, Centres of Excellence and highly cited researchers in many disciplines.

We enjoy significant research and teaching partnerships with universities throughout Asia and the Pacific as well as Europe, North America and Africa.
Student Community

The University of Newcastle has a student population of over 26,000, including over 3,500 international students from more than 80 countries studying both on and off-shore in business, engineering, medicine, nursing, science, teaching and technology.

History

The University of Newcastle became an autonomous institution in 1965. Since then, the University has pioneered a series of initiatives and achievements.

Newcastle was one of the first Australian universities to introduce the Master of Business Administration as well as the first integrated Professional Program for Law students.

Problem-based learning, pioneered by Newcastle some 25 years ago, forms the core of our programs in medicine, engineering, architecture, construction management, nursing and law.

Faculties

Undergraduate and postgraduate programs are delivered through five faculties:

    * Business and Law
    * Education and Arts
    * Engineering and Built Environment
    * Health
    * Science and Information Technology

The University of Newcastle is committed to equity, ethics, innovation and excellence.