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Faculty of Science

Innovate, discover, and tackle world-wide issues

We have a global reputation for research excellence, top international rankings and award-winning researchers and projects.

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Study science

Science is more than just lab coats, test tubes and equations. It embodies a way of questioning, testing and analysing the world so you can draw conclusions based on evidence.

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Our research

Our research is shaped by the big picture. We look at real-world problems from all angles, combining the expertise and talents of scholars from quantum physics, animal health, environmental sustainability, chemistry, psychology and mathematics.

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Industry and community

We are committed to bringing scientific research and engagement activities to the community. We work with industry partners to find new ways to drive and apply our discoveries. Partner with us today.

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Schools

We comprise of eight schools that collaborate together to make discoveries and drive innovation in the fields of science.

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Scholarships

We offer a vast range of scholarships to new and continuing students in undergraduate, postgraduate coursework and postgraduate research degrees.

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About the faculty

We are educating the next generation of science talent in Australia, building successful industry partnerships, and driving research that addresses the biggest challenges of the 21st century.

Our people

Our leadership team encompasses representatives from all areas of science, working collaboratively to improve and enhance the faculty’s teaching and research.

Latest news

20 January 2023

New funding for Tech Central research

Researchers developing alternative proteins and assistive technology for the blind have received investment from the NSW Government in a new round of Tech Central funding announced today.

10 January 2023

Sea turtle at Taronga Zoo

University of Sydney and Taronga win QS Reimagine Education Award

The University of Sydney and Taronga Conservation Society Australia have been awarded the Silver Award in the QS Reimagine Education The Power of Partnerships Award for our partnership that has resulted in the innovative degree Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Taronga Wildlife Conservation).

04 January 2023

Professor Anita Ho-Baillie, Professor David McKenzie, Dr Jianghui Zheng and Dr Arafat Mahmud

University of Sydney wins millions to commercialise solar cells

Professor Anita Ho-Baillie is joining forces with Sydney-based renewable technology company SunDrive to commercialise perovskite-silicon cells - a significantly more advanced solar technology than present options on the market.

21 December 2022

2022 Physics Grand Challenges winners announced

The Physics Grand Challenges aims to support unconventional, innovative, interdisciplinary research projects with a total of $250,000 each to be awarded to two projects to use over a period of up to two years.

21 December 2022

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5 ways to keep your pets happy and safe this festive season

The festive season can be a busy and exciting time for humans and pets alike, but it’s important to be aware of potential hazards that can harm our small friends during this time. Here’s a list of what to watch out for and how to prepare for a safe summer.

20 December 2022

Lack of funding for dental health research despite growing impact on Australians

An analysis of research funding has found oral health sciences to have the lowest and most inequitable level of support, when compared with other research fields on burden of disease.

15 December 2022

$23 million for innovative health and medical research

Chronic pain treatments, neuron interfaces, and genetically engineered treatments for eye and liver disease are among 22 research projects at the University of Sydney which were successful in the latest round of NHMRC funding.

15 December 2022

A year of research in pictures

2022 was a year of amazing research across science, medicine and engineering at the University of Sydney. Here are some images that caught our imagination and attention.

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