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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

Delve into the amazing world of science with us

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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Study science with us – innovate, make discoveries and tackle the big issues.

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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 many disciplines.

Industry and community

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

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About the faculty

Conducting excellent research and creating the next generation of science talent in Australia is core to the Faculty of Science, as we play a leading role in Australia's ability to compete scientifically on the world stage.

Latest news

28 October 2020

Quality teaching spurs jump in Times subject rankings

The University shows strong performance in the Times Higher Education subject rankings.

28 October 2020

Professor Thomas Maschmeyer

Thomas Maschmeyer wins Prime Minister's Prize for Innovation 2020

The Prime Minister has recognised Thomas Maschmeyer for his work taking fundamental science to commercialisation in fields that address environmental problems: plastic-waste recycling and safe, scalable storage for renewable energy.

28 October 2020

Slime time! Why slugs, snails and spiders are invading your home

Heavy rain across Eastern Australia is driving garden slugs, spiders and mozzies indoors. What can you do to humanely remove these visitors from your home? Professor Dieter Hochuli shares his tips.

27 October 2020

Professor Edward Holmes.

Professor Edward Holmes named as NSW Scientist of the Year

One of the world's top authorities on viruses has been busy this year studying the emergence of SARS-CoV-2. His work has been recognised with the state's top honour for scientists.

21 October 2020

Artist's impression of exoplanet TOI 700. Credit: NASA

Australian invention to make it easier to find 'new Earths'

University of Sydney scientists have developed a sensor that will help decipher the 'twinkle' of stars and allow for ground-based exploration of exoplanets. Their invention will be deployed in one of the world's largest telescopes at Mauna Kea, Hawaii.

20 October 2020

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Careers in psychology

Psychology graduates work in a variety of roles in corporations and sporting groups, courts and gaols, hospitals and mental health facilities, universities, marketing and advertising, schools and private practice.

19 October 2020

Protect Antarctica Now

A team of female scientists, led by Australians, are urgently calling for a Marine Protected Area around the Antarctic Peninsula. One of the most diverse and wildlife-rich areas on the planet, the fate of the Peninsula's waters will be decided by a multinational government group today.

19 October 2020

Gelion smart solar benches at Cadigal Green, University of Sydney

University technology spin-off Gelion delivers smart solar benches

Safe, inexpensive and scalable: Gelion's new battery technology has been tested and installed on campus and is now ready for the commercial market in industry, agriculture and residential.

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