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Keep up-to-date with what's happening across the University of Newcastle.
May 2013
NeW Space city campus on its way
University of Newcastle students will soon have access to a state-of-the-art learning precinct, right in the heart of Newcastle’s CBD.
Come and see us at a Careers Expo in May and June!
The University of Newcastle will be attending a number of Career Expos around NSW. High School students are invited to come along, talk to us and get all the info they need to make the decision that’s right for them.
It's not too early to start thinking about uni accommodation
When choosing to study at The University of Newcastle, students don’t need to be on their own when finding a place to live; we offer on-campus accommodation and free off-campus accommodation advice.
Students can now get fit on the Central Coast for free!
Central Coast students now have free access to cutting-edge facilities, classes and fitness assessments with the opening of the Ourimbah Gym Clinic.
IT careers expo coming to Newcastle campus in July
The Australian Computer Society (ACS) Foundation’s 2013 BiG Day In is an IT careers conference with a difference – and it’s coming to Newcastle for the first time.
UMAT applications open now
There have been some important changes to the Undergraduate Medicine and Health Sciences Admission Test (UMAT) application process.
RoboCup Junior comp returns to the Hunter
A robotic battle of epic proportions is set to take place in August when the University of Newcastle hosts the 2013 RoboCup Junior Hunter Regional competition.
Newcastle student athletes to compete on world stage
Four University of Newcastle students have qualified to represent Australian Universities at World level this July.
New nursing lecturer brings mental health focus to Port Macquarie campus
Working to improve the delivery of mental health services in regional areas is a passion that drives new nursing lecturer at the University of Newcastle’s Port Macquarie campus, Dr Graeme Browne.
Business and commerce students immerse themselves in Chinese culture
A group of University of Newcastle students recently travelled to China for the trip of a lifetime – all while gaining academic credit for their studies.
Applications open for University of Newcastle Summer Schools!
Held at the University of Newcastle, the Girls Choices Summer School and LIVE IT! (for boys) programs, are five-day residential experiences for Year 9 students from equity target groups across NSW.
Theology and spirituality - unlocking the world around us
For University of Newcastle theology lecturer, Dr Tim Stanley, a thirst for knowledge and understanding has led to the resurgence in academic studies in theology, spirituality, morality and ethics and religious education.
Profiles
Meet Angela
Studying: Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Radiation Therapy)
School: Callaghan College Jesmond Senior Campus
Hometown: Newcastle
Meet Laura
Degree: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws
High School: West Port High School
Hometown: Port Macquarie
Meet Rob
Studying: Bachelor of Podiatry
High School: Toormina High School
Hometown: Central Coast
