International Students 2022 Undergraduate and Postgraduate Degrees Every Path Welcome, Every Student Celebrated
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International Students 2022 Undergraduate and Postgraduate Degrees Every path welcome, every student celebrated. At the centre of everything we do at the University of Newcastle, are our shared values, which we believe in living and breathing every day. We stand for: Excellence We pursue the exceptional and strive for innovation in our teaching, research and operating environment. Engagement We are deeply connected to the challenges and opportunities in our regions and beyond. Equity We are committed to widening participation, promoting diversity and fairness, overcoming injustice and increasing success for all. Sustainability We are ethically minded and prioritise responsible management of our environment and financial resources. Jessica, Bachelor of Medical Science/ Doctor of Medicine Skip, of Bachelor of Social Science/ Bachelor of Laws (Honours) 1 Contents 2 Welcome to the University of 30 Other pathways Newcastle, Australia 32 Living with us 4 Why study with us 34 Cost of living 6 Our location 36 Arrivals and orientation 8 Our campuses 37 Meet new people 10 About Newcastle 38 Get to know your campus 12 About Sydney 39 Student support 13 Expand your world view 40 Stay connected 14 International scholarships – Alumni 16 Life-ready graduates 42 Global experiences – Careers checklist 43 Key dates 17 Real-world experience – Work Integrated Learning Study Options 18 Leading industry collaboration 44 Architecture, Building and Construction 20 Entrepreneurial opportunities 47 Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences – I2N 50 Business and Management 21 Life-ready students – Student highlights 56 Communication and Creative Industries 22 Global impact starts with you 59 Computing, Maths and Technology – CIFAL Newcastle 62 Education 23 Learn to lead 67 Engineering – iLEAD Plus 73 Health and Medicine 24 Research excellence 81 Law 26 Inspired learning 84 Science and the Environment 28 English Language Pathways – ELICOS and IELTS Find out more about studying with us. The University of Newcastle acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which our campuses are located. The Worimi nation and the Pambalong clan of the Awabakal nation (Newcastle), the Darkinjung people (Central Coast) and the Gadigal clan of the Eora nation (Sydney). We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. We also acknowledge and pay respect to the other Aboriginal and Torres Merewether Beach, Newcastle Strait Islander nations from which our students, staff and community are drawn. 2 Welcome I am so pleased you are interested in studying with the We are ranked number one for industry collaboration in University of Newcastle, Australia. We are excited to Australia3 and this gives you a competitive advantage for welcome students from across the globe to our campuses in employment after your studies. Newcastle, the Central Coast, Sydney and Singapore. More Our communities, students and staff have told us they want than 113 nationalities are currently represented among our us to be leaders in climate action so we are doing what 37,946 students1 and we welcome the cultural richness and we can to protect our planet for future generations. That diversity these students bring to campus life. We also love is why the University of Newcastle now uses 100 per cent being a place where you can experience some of the best renewable electricity and we are on track to being carbon Australia has to offer. neutral by 2025. We are a university that has made a big impact and we are We are taking a range of other steps to minimise our now ranked as one of the top 200 universities in the world2. own impact on the planet, investing in research into We are home to some of the world’s best researchers, next-generation resources and incorporating sustainable committed to solving global challenges, and leading practices and theories into our education programs. We educators who are passionate about sharing knowledge and recognise the important role universities have in this global creating a better future for all. challenge and take our responsibility seriously. If you are 2020 in particular highlighted the need for the world looking for a place where opportunity abounds, we would to remain connected across borders and to collaborate love for you to join us at one of our beautiful campuses. internationally on high-impact solutions to the COVID-19 pandemic. For our University community, even though we were physically distanced, we were all still able to remain connected through our education and friendship. I was pleased that throughout 2020, despite the pandemic, we were able to support our international students, and I cannot wait to welcome students from across the globe back to our campuses. Professor Alex Zelinsky AO This is a place where everyone can succeed. We welcome Vice-Chancellor and President students from all backgrounds and circumstances, and we work hard to support them to excel in their studies. What sets the University of Newcastle apart are the connections our academics bring. Their strong industry Looking Ahead experience and collaborations bring exciting real-world Strategic Plan 2020-2025. opportunities for our students. 1 The University of Newcastle Data Warehouse as at 4 February 2020. 2 QS World University Rankings 2021. 3 Innovation Connection IC Report 2014-2020. The City of Newcastle welcomes you 3 As Lord Mayor of Newcastle, I strongly support the University of Newcastle's Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025. The strong partnerships the University has established with government, business and the community have helped raise Newcastle’s international profile and have been key to the city’s transformation into a smart, liveable and sustainable global city. The City of Newcastle, the local government body which I lead, is at the forefront of the smart city movement in Australia. Consistent with the University, we have helped Newcastle win recognition as a centre for technology innovation and confirmed it as a great study destination that strongly values fairness, equality and inclusivity. Nuatali Nelmes Lord Mayor The City of Newcastle Newcastle City campus, NUspace 4 Why study with us? Choosing to study at the University of Newcastle can give you a competitive advantage with your future career. Here are some of the top reasons to study with us. Newcastle campus, Callaghan Study at a university ranked 197 Gain additional post-study work in the world1 opportunities in Australia You will have access to world-class The Australian Government allows students programs,1 inspiring and collaborative learning that2 meet study and skills criteria2 to stay in environments, and opportunities to put theory Australia after they complete their study and gain into practice with real-world experiences. valuable work experience. To promote living and working in regional areas, students are eligible Learn from our passionate and talented teaching to stay for up to two years if they complete their staff who have strong industry connections studies at our Sydney campus, for up to three years and experience. from our Newcastle campuses, or for up to four years from our Central Coast campus. Build your professional networks Experience more career and connect with our industry opportunities and earn 3 partners 4 higher salaries We offer the chance to tap into the University's 89.5 per cent of our undergraduates and 94.3 per industry connections for practical work experience cent of our postgraduates gain employment within as part of your study, greater connection with local, four months of completing their studies. Our regional and national industry partners, and the students start post-study work with higher salaries opportunity to grow your professional network. You than the Australian average3. See page 19 for more can open more doors with us. See page 16-19 for information. more information. Central Coast campus, Ourimbah We are a 5 Top 50 university in the Asia-Pacific region4 Newcastle City campus, NUspace Study free from distraction Engage in practical learning in a welcoming setting experiences while you study Newcastle and the Central Coast have the We have built practical learning convenience5 and benefits of a big city, without the 6experiences into all of our study programs. usual distractions from study. In Sydney, our strong This ensures you will be well prepared for work industry partner connections benefit postgraduate environments, and ready to take on new challenges. study programs. Our campus environments See pages 16 to 23 for more information about enhance study effectiveness. See page 8 for more Work Integrated Learning (WIL) and leadership information. programs including iLEAD Plus. Enjoy a more affordable Be part of a vibrant student Australian study experience community For study and living, Newcastle and the Our international and domestic students 7Central Coast are more affordable than most major 8love studying at our beautiful campuses. With cities in Australia. We also run workshops and friendly support services and staff, we help make classes to help you find part-time work while you your stay safe and secure, so you can focus on study. With a range of international scholarships, your study and gain unforgettable experiences in there are many affordable ways to study with us. Australia. See page 34 and 39 for more information. 37,946 No. 1 students from 113 nations ranked university in Australia for educated and supported by 2,766 industry collaboration5 full-time equivalent staff 6 1 QS World University Rankings 2021 2 Department of Home