University of Newcastle

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.

• Read about the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Nicholas Saunders
• Download the University's Organisational Chart (PDF, 836KB)

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.
• View our current world rankings

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.