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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.
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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.
Student support
Ask us for help or browse resources and study plans to help manage your studies.
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.
School of Agriculture, Food & Wine
At the centre of the Southern Hemisphere’s largest hub of agricultural science, plant science and food and wine science.
School of Animal & Veterinary Sciences
World-class education and training to future animal and veterinary scientists in an intensive research environment.
School of Biological Sciences
Home to cutting edge research and teaching in ecology and environmental science, evolutionary biology and molecular and biomedical science.
School of Physical Sciences
A synergy of innovation and discovery in the fields of chemistry, earth sciences and physics.
Science news
Science graduates share tales of career success in new podcast
Hear inspiring stories from science graduates in the University of Adelaide’s new podcast series.
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Scientists in the news this week: July 3, 2020
Your round-up of University of Adelaide scientists and science graduates in the news this week.
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New DNA test created to locate rare underwater animals
Scientists create new species-specific tests that can detect endangered and hard-to-find aquatic animals through the DNA they shed in the water.
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06 Mar
Earth Sciences Seminars - 2020
A summary of seminars and events hosted by the Department of Earth Sciences at the University of Adelaide. 05 Jun
Ecology and Evolution Series - Winter
Public lecture series throughout June, July and August. 04 Sep
Ecology and Evolution Series - Spring
Public lecture series each Friday in September, October and November. 31 Dec A summary of seminars and events hosted by the Department of Physics at the University of Adelaide. 31 Dec A summary of seminars and events hosted by the Department of Chemistry at the University of Adelaide.