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The Faculty of Sciences is a multidisciplinary hub of cutting-edge teaching and research.
- We develop the future leaders of science and actively partner with innovative industries to solve scientific problems.
- We're a synergy of four research intensive schools; thriving research centres and groups; and strong cross-institutional collaborations.
- Study science with us and get more than just a degree. Start your career and help shape the future by choosing science at the University of Adelaide.
Study with us
Your future career starts here.
Study with us and learn from scientists working at the cutting-edge of their fields.
Our research
World-class scientific expertise and facilities with high-quality training at honours, masters and doctorate levels.
Engagement & industry
Industry, researchers, STEM teachers, alumni, students, and future scientists... work with us to shape the future of science.
Our faculty & schools
The Faculty of Sciences is spread across three vibrant campuses. Explore our four schools who each specialise in areas of teaching and research.
Our co-location with major national and global research organisations keeps our researchers and students at the forefront of developing technologies and the latest discoveries in science.
Agriculture, Food & Wine Animal & Veterinary Sciences Biological Sciences Physical Sciences
In Their Element Podcast
Inspiring stories from our science graduates who’ve turned their innate spark of curiosity into awesome, real-world careers.
Student support
Ask us for help; find a study plan or scholarship; become a mentor or study overseas.
Science news
Scientists in the news this week: September 2020
Here are the stories of University of Adelaide scientists and science graduates in the news this week.
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Research shows potential of gene editing in barley
Plant scientists show potential to rapidly improve barley grain quality through CRISPR genetic tool.
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Climate change may eliminate world’s largest lizard
The Komodo dragon could be driven to extinction by climate change unless significant measures to intervene are taken soon.
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