Alumni
What does a winemaker, veterinarian and physicist have in common? A science degree from the University of Adelaide.
The Faculty of Sciences has more than 26,000 talented and successful alumni who work across a diverse range of fields and professions. Our graduates make an impact on the world, by sharing their science knowledge and skills to inspire others to think innovatively and creatively.
Notably, sciences at the University of Adelaide is home to Nobel Laureates Sir William Lawrence Bragg and Sir William Henry Bragg (both Physics, 1915), as well as 26 Rhodes Scholars and 45 Fulbright Scholars.
By choosing the University of Adelaide to study, you'll be able to make the most of our alumni benefits including career services, library membership, parking permits, Bupa corporate health insurance, travel insurance, alumni publications and exclusive events invites.
We encourage you to take advantage get involved in various networks or reunions; as well as contribute through bequests or donations and volunteering opportunities.
Graduate stories
Phiala Shanahan
- Forbes Magazine 2017 'top 30 under 30'
- Researcher - Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Sacha La Forgia
- Founder, Adelaide Hills Distillery
- Best International Gin, 2017 American Distilling Institute Awards
Dr Alisha Richardson
- Veterinary medicine graduate
Steve Dorman
- Director, Hills Cider Company
Michelle Birkett
- Zookeeper - Adelaide Zoo
Nat Wiseman
- Manager, Village Greens of Willunga Creek
- Co-founder, Wagtail Urban Farm
Tom Chambers
PhD candidate in atmospheric physics and optics
Tell us your story
Inspire others to study science. Share with us your stories about where life has taken you since your graduation day.
Stay connected
Sciences Alumni Network
Connecting sciences alumni for professional development and collaboration.
This network connects alumni from the four schools of the Faculty of Sciences:
Roseworthy Old Collegians
Celebrate the past and promote the future of the Roseworthy campus with the Roseworthy Old Collegians Association (ROCA).
Roseworthy Veterinary Alumni
Connect with fellow Roseworthy campus graduates and hear about new career opportunities through our Facebook group and website.
Wine Alumni Network
Keep up to date with industry and the University across the fields of viticulture, oenology, wine business and wine marketing.
Chemistry @ Adelaide
You'll be in your element when you join our chemistry network and connect with graduates from around the world.
Physics @ Adelaide
Develop new connections within industry and the University, and keep in contact with your former physics classmates.
Earth @ Adelaide
Network with other earth sciences graduates and staff and stay in touch with new opportunities in your field.
See all networks or start your own
Promote personal and career development by connecting with the various University alumni networks.
Alumni contact
Carolyn McLean
Alumni Relations Officer (Sciences)
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