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Teaching and Learning

The University of Newcastle’s teaching and learning environment is cutting-edge, providing contemporary curriculum and work experience opportunities to some 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students.

The University’s progressive teaching and learning is illustrated through its innovative problem-based learning – the basis for programs in medicine, engineering, architecture, nursing, social work and law. Our key areas of focus include:

Centre for Teaching and Learning

Information about how the Centre facilitates and supports staff and students in their pursuit of excellence in teaching and learning.

Work-Integrated Learning

Work-integrated learning describes educational activities that integrate theoretical learning with its application in a workplace or profession. At the University of Newcastle, work-integrated learning is a key feature of making our graduates work-ready.

Academic Integrity

The principles of academic integrity are central to the pursuit of knowledge undertaken at all levels in universities and in professional life. Find out more.

Quality Assurance in Teaching and Learning

Information about how we review the quality of the student learning experience, and how we assess the relevance and quality of our degree programs.

State-of-the-art Central Coast library opens its doors

Wednesday, 22 February 2012. The University of Newcastle's Central Coast campus is celebrating the start of the 2012 academic year by throwing open the doors of its $3.2 million library redevelopment today.

Research shows smoking and infertility link

Wednesday, 15 February 2012. Research at the University of Newcastle suggests that exposure to cigarette smoke as a baby can reduce a female's fertility.

University presents award to Governor-General of Australia

Monday, 13 February 2012. The University of Newcastle is today presenting an award to the Governor-General of Australia, Ms Quentin Bryce AC CVO, for Outstanding Contribution to the Australian Community.

Family estrangement: adult children asked for their experiences

Thursday, 9 February 2012. A University of Newcastle academic is taking her research into family estrangement to the next level, examining the experiences of adult children who are not in contact with their parents.

Orientation Week

Monday, 20 - Friday, 24 February 2012. Following our Orientation Program is the best way to get to know your faculty and meet with the staff and students that will support you while you study.

Glenn Murcutt Exhibition - opening

Wednesday, 7 March 2012 at 5:00pm. Murcutt is Australia's most internationally recognised architect and this exhibition profiles a selection of his built work and current projects, through this drawings and working methods.Please join Glenn Murcutt at the Uni Gallery for the opening on Wednesday 7 March from 5pm.

2012 Alumni Lecture

Wednesday, 14 March 2012 at 5:45pm. This lecture will showcase the research work of Professor McMillen, who was recently appointed to the University of Newcastle as Vice-Chancellor. Professor McMillen will discuss how the health and nutrition of a mother can have a significant impact on the metabolic health of her children.

Graduate Careers Expo

Tuesday, 20 March 2012 at 10:30am. The Graduate Career Expo is a means for final year students and recent graduates to meet with organisations looking to recruit graduates. Many big name national organisations will be in attendance.