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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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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.
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
Modern apes smarter than pre-humans
Scientists suggest living great apes are smarter than our pre-human ancestor Australopithecus, a group that included the famous ‘Lucy’.
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Why do trees lose their leaves?
Professor Andrew Lowe says it all comes down to water.
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Biodiverse soil dust linked to reduced anxiety
Growing evidence links natural green space exposure with a range of health benefits, including for mental health.
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01 Jan
Earth Sciences Seminars - 2019
A summary of seminars and events hosted by the Department of Earth Sciences at the University of Adelaide. 01 Jan A summary of seminars and events hosted by the Department of Chemistry at the University of Adelaide. 27 Nov
Public lecture: Coral reef bright spots
Visiting reef biodiversity conservation expert Professor Josh Cinner to deliver a seminar on, 'locating and learning from bright spots among the world’s coral reefs'. 06 Dec
The Derrick Rowley Lecture 2019
Professor Richard Flavell presents on Mesenchymal cells in intestinal homeostasis, inflammation and cancer.